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Hoffman Corner may have buyer; name’s familiar

BY DEBRA NEUTKENS EDITOR

GEM LAKE — Hy-Vee hasn’t given up on the neighborhood after all.

The Iowa-based grocer backed out from plans last year to build a mega supermarket in the area, but it’s back with a proposal to build a mega convenience store.

The location is Hoffman Corners at County Road E and Highway 61.

Owned by Don and Sheila Waldoch, the 2.3-acre parcel has been for sale for years. A luxury car dealership at that address stalled in 2013 when the city nixed a proposal to rezone the piece.

Hy-Vee on the other hand, appears to fit the retail-only bill.

Plans are preliminary, the Planning Commission has yet to review the application. A slight snafu regarding the property was discussed by the City Council June 19, which was a tip-off HyVee was coming.

At issue is a sliver of land, less than a tenth of an acre east of the highway, that technically sits in Vadnais Heights. The piece has to be annexed by Gem Lake before Waldoch can get a clean title under one municipal roof.

City Attorney Patrick Kelly was directed by council to draft a resolution in cooperation with the Vadnais Heights city attorney to get the ball rolling on the annexation process. What Vadnais will ask for the tiny parcel is anyone’s guess, but Kelly figures Gem Lake’s neighbor will at least ask for reimbursement of its attorney fees. That could be $3,000 to $5,000, Kelly said, maybe less.

Waldoch pays the city of Vadnais Heights about $95 a year in property taxes on the parcel. He expects Vadnais will ask for some compensation for that revenue loss, as well.

Hy-Vee is proposing a 10,600-squarefoot “Fast and Fresh” store with a Starbucks on one end and a Market Grill on the other. The store would also have an off-sale wine/liquor area and gas pumps.

For comparison, a new Quick Stop is 5,000 square feet, or half that size.

The application, submitted June 12, will require an amendment to the zoning ordinance to allow liquor and gas pumps.

Hy-Vee rolled out plans for a SEE MEGA CONVENIENCE, PAGE 9A

Newspaper man stuffs time capsule with, well, newspapers

BY DEBRA NEUTKENS EDITOR

When the area historical society director ceremoniously opened the time capsule tucked away for almost 80 years in the base of a flag pole, in it were five copies of the White Bear Press.

“I'm not shocked,” said Executive Director Sara Hanson, who emceed the official reveal of capsule contents June 21 at Marketfest.

After all, it was White Bear Press owner and

publisher Cpt. Warren A. Stickley who packed the copper box and placed it in 1940, with help from the WPA (Works Project Administration), in the limestone base surrounding the Soldier's Memorial flag pole.

Stickley, who bought the newspaper in 1923, was a captain in the Spanish American War. He evidently had a soft heart for veterans and loved recording history. In fact, Stickley helped organize the White SEE TIME CAPSULE, PAGE 8A

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This front page from May 24, 1940 was one of five newspapers found in the 78-year-old time capsule.

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Processional of pets Above: Some of the dozens of participants in the annual Manitou Days Pet Parade and Blessing march along a looping route down Clark Avenue in White Bear Lake Sunday, June 24. The procession started at the Civil War Monument and concluded in front of St. John in the Wilderness Episcopal Church, the sponsor of the event.

At right: Eden Mimann and Lila Faulkner are ready to receive an official certificate after their Corgi Belle was given a blessing from Rev. Randy Johnson following the parade.

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Loon Chronicles III: Making the most of it We honestly did not know what to expect on White Bear Lake. We were hoping to find a well-hidden nest built by one of the other two pairs of Loons. No luck. If there is a nest, it remains a secret. Timing would suggest a hatch before the Fourth of July, at the latest. So, just like the Loon pair, we made the most of it during our early morning boat rides. The Loon pair appears to have put last week’s tragedy behind them. They are still very much a pair, with a new-found lightness and playfulness about them. Preening seems to be their big focus right now. Without a nest and chicks to fill their days, looking their best for each other seems like a positive way to deal. Foot waggles and coy exchanges were on display each morning; a fun way to start the day. On the other hand, maybe they remain in denial and do not want to be reminded about their recent loss, so they are choosing to ignore all of the new families making their way into the open water. We spotted a very large Wood Duck family making its first crossing through the War Zone. Too many chicks to count! Later, we spotted a new small gaggle of bright yellow Goslings testing the edge of the water. They were swimming as a family by sunset. We will keep looking for evidence of a new Loon family. In the interim, we are sure that there will be plenty of activity and antics to keep us all amused.

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Club members are collecting new or gently used bike helmets at collection sites around White Bear Lake. Drop-off locations include: • Lake Area Bank, 1400 Hwy. 96 E., White Bear Lake • Mahtomedi District Education Center, 1520 Mahtomedi Ave., Mahtomedi • MidCountry Bank, 1310 Hwy. 96 E., Suite 116, White Bear Lake • South Shore Trinity Lutheran church, 2480 South Shore Blvd., White Bear Lake The donation period ends July 30.

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Manitou Days contest draws pies aplenty Celebrity baker Marjorie Johnson partook of plenty of pie at this year's Manitou Days pie judging contest Saturday, June 23. Johnson was one of four judges tasting 21 pies at the third annual event sponsored by Grandma's Bakery.

“Debbie's Caramel Apple Crunch” baked by Debbie St. Marie was named the 2018 Best Pie in White Bear Lake. She won a blue ribbon and a copy of Johnson's book “The Road to Blue Ribbon Baking.”

The second place winner is Donna Beck with “Sour cream Lemon Pie.” The third-place winners called themselves eight granddaughters who entered “Beary Bluebeary Pie.” This is the first year Johnson was tapped to cojudge the pies. Grandma's Bakery General Manager Mickey DeRose introduced the 4 foot 8 inch dynamo (as described on her website), noting she has won 1,200 blue ribbons for her baking, more than anyone.

She has also appeared nationally on the Tonight Show, The View, The Martha Stewart Show and Rosie O'Donnell Show.

The other three judges included Grandma's Bakery owner John Lupo, one of 200 certified master bakers in the United States; Danny “Klecko” McGleno, a bread baking specialist; and Ben LaFrinier, a “connoisseur of all things pie” and return judge.

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The four judges hunker down to begin tasting the 21 pies.

On the left are judges Danny McGleno and celebrity baker Marjorie Johnson. On the right are judges John Lupo, owner of Grandma’s Bakery, and Ben LaFrinier.

DEBBIE’S CARAMEL APPLE CHOO-CHOO CRUNCH Cook on stove medium/low about 15 min. until starts to thicken, stirring often: 13 Kraft caramels 3 T vanilla 3 T Malibu rum 4 ½ C sliced granny smith apples 1 ¾ C sugar 4 T cornstarch Mix together in bowl: 1 stick butter ½ C flour 1 C oatmeal ½ C firmly packed brown sugar a few shakes of cinnamon

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ALEXIS LUM Alexis just finished 4th grade at St. Odilia School. She comes into Mathnasium several days a week, always with a positive attitude towards doing her homework and her math “workouts.” She has made great strides in her math abilities and understanding. She knows that continued effort will pay off in the long run, and that is why she is the Mathnasium Student of the Month!!

Spray glass pie plate with Baker’s Joy and dust with flour To assemble: Lay pie crust on glass pan and pinch sides Lay on bottom of crust 1 C chopped walnuts Add caramel apple mixture Sprinkle oatmeal mixture on top of apple mixture Bake pie in preheated 370 degree oven for 50 minutes After pie is baked, drizzle Smucker’s caramel topping on top.

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Park Rx

ur eyes were hazed and our brains were boggled after a couple hours of paperwork and screenwork on our budget.

I dug out the Park Rx kit I had picked up at Ramsey County Library - White Bear Lake earlier that week and my husband and I were soon biking past the Minnesota River and Mississippi River on a glee-filled escape to the outdoors where everything seems much simpler.

We didn’t even have to fork out $7 to get into the park, something our budget back home appreciated.

Our eyes appreciated the sights of summer and our brains soaked up the fresh air.

The Park Rx kit is a free community resource aiming to get families Story out and about.

Chaser There are 10 kits at Ramsey County Library - White Bear Lake Sara Marie Moore that contain a seven-day state park pass, information on the state’s 75 parks k and d recreation areas, and “Vitamin N: 500 Ways to Enrich the Health and Happiness of Your Family and Community and Combat Nature-Deficit Disorder” by Richard Louv.

About a decade ago when the phrase “nature-deficit disorder” rose to prominence, I found it rather trivial.

Then I worked at a daycare full of likely nature-deficit children, whose playground was in a back parking lot. Some of the children huddled around dandelions that grew in the cracks by the fence. The wood chips were the favorite toys of others.

I also caught up with the smartphone crowd and realized how easy it was to be stuck to a screen that can access anything, anywhere. I see youth everywhere staring at phones and pads. I wonder what it would be like to be a kid with a portable screen of endless stimulation and games.

I was a child in the days of Mr. Rogers, Pac-Man and Mario Brothers — and few other screen options. Instead, I caught frogs or joined a neighborhood game of capture-the-flag in the woods. I was blessed to grow up where the great outdoors were accessible and with parents who knew how to limit screen time, even in those simpler days.

Today, it is much more challenging to spend time outdoors. But it is essential to the well-being of both children and adults. Humans have a natural instinct to engage with nature, not to mention the importance of exercise.

“Nature-deficit disorder” is not meant to be a description of a medical condition but rather a phrase to describe the human need to experience the earth.

With multiplying screens and mounting materialism, it’s easy to enter the nature-deficit camp.

Enter Park Rx, a national movement to bring families outdoors.

The local kits are sponsored by a grant from the Greater White Bear Lake Community Foundation in partnership with Ramsey County Library, Minnesota State Parks and Trails and BearPower, a northeast metro initiative to keep families active.

The kits may expand to other Ramsey County libraries if the pilot program is successful.

They cannot be requested and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. They can be checked out for seven days, so plan ahead early in the week.

They cannot be renewed.

Residents of Anoka, Washington and other metro counties can use their county library card through an agreement with the Metropolitan Library Service Agency.

Crossing a bridge to Pike Island, we happened upon a tree with a hollow trunk. Its fresh green leaves reached to the sky. We stepped inside and just stood there for a bit, taking in the hug from nature.

We jumped swiftly back onto our bikes. They were due in several minutes at the Nice Ride kiosk or we’d be charged another $6. Our budget back home would appreciate it.

Sara Marie Moore is editor of the Shoreview Press and Vadnais Heights Press.

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New program connects isolated youth and seniors

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eniors in our community are living longer than ever.

By 2020, it is estimated that people age 65 and older will outnumber school-age youth. At the same time people of all ages, including seniors, are lonelier than ever before.

According to a recent Cigna Health Insurance survey of over 20,000 U.S. adults, nearly half of survey respondents that they Movers and reported sometimes or felt alone Shakers always or left out.

While loneliness Jerry Hromatka is on the rise across all age groups, seniors often have fewer resources to combat the problem. Physical frailty, lack of transportation and retirement from work can hamper seniors’ ability to get out of the house and interact with others. Our long, cold winters don’t help, either. And in our increasingly busy society, many younger generations find it difficult to regularly socialize with their elders.

In the midst of these two problems, lies an opportunity.

Research confi rms that one of the best ways to combat loneliness is to get out and be with people.

Research also shows that helping people through volunteer work reduces loneliness while also lowering levels of depression and anxiety in the volunteer.

Ironically, one generation experiencing high levels of loneliness is exceptionally qualified to help seniors combat theirs. According to the Cigna study, members of Generation Z (people age 18 to 22) report some of the highest rates of loneliness.

They are also the most technologically literate adult generation we have ever seen.

While improper use of technology and social media apps like Facebook, Instagram and SnapChat can increase feelings of isolation in some, there is evidence that other apps like FaceTime and Skype which allow people see and speak directly with others, can do much to alleviate feelings of isolation and loneliness. We are fortunate that seniors who need our help are surrounded by youth and adults who have the skills to reduce it.

Because of this, Northeast Youth & Family Services is working on a new initiative to help match young people and adults in our community with seniors who need help accessing social media applications that will allow them to connect with loved ones and form new social groups. It will complement our existing program that matches

volunteers of all ages and youth who need a job with seniors who need chore help. The in-person interactions between volunteers and seniors who participate in this new initiative will also work to reduce feelings of loneliness.

In addition to just being a good thing to do for seniors, a study conduted by AARP and Stanford University also indicates that a reduction in senior loneliness has significant physical health benefits that can result in fewer hospitalizations and lower overall medical costs While this project is still in the development stages, there are many volunteer opportunities out there right now for people who either feel lonely or want to help reduce it in others the old-fashioned way. Websites like volunteermatch .org will quickly connect you to people who need your help.

As our “silver tsunami” continues, so will advances in healthcare, housing, and products designed to help seniors live longer. But there is no substitute for the human contact which helps all of us live better lives.

So take a moment to see where you can volunteer. It will be good for you and others.

Jerry Hromatka is executive director of Northeast Youth and Family Services.

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Your Legal Rights: Beware of Medicare Card Fraud Over 55 million people receive Medicare benefi ts, including about 950,000 Minnesotans.

In the past, Medicare cards have included beneficiaries’ Social Security Numbers Movers & (“SSN�) to help identify them and process Shakers their claims. To help protect against idenLori Swanson tity theft, Medicare is issuing new cards without people’s SSNs. Unfortunately, scammers are trying to take advantage of the transition to new cards to defraud Medicare beneficiaries.

Changes to the Medicare Card

A federal law requires that SSNs be removed from all Medicare cards

by April 2019. The new cards will use a unique “Medicare Beneficiary Identifier� (“MBI�) to identify people rather than their SSN. MBIs will have 11 characters, including a combination of numbers and uppercase

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by CMS is: 1EG4TE5-MK73.

What to Know

CMS began sending new Medicare cards to beneficiaries in April 2018 and will continue to do so on a rolling basis until April 2019. New cards are being sent to beneficiaries in waves based, in part, on the state in which they live. According to CMS, Minnesota is in wave three, which will occur sometime after June 2018.

New Medicare cards are sent automatically to beneficiaries. There is no activation process or fee to receive a new card, and beneficiaries do not need to take any action to receive their new card as long as the address they have on file with Social Security is correct. Moreover, CMS states that it will not call beneficiaries and ask them to provide personal or financial information to receive a new Medicare card.

How the Scam Works

New Medicare cards are being issued to prevent fraud, but con

Tour continues in benefi ciary’s memory This year’s Tour de Bar beneficiary, Amy (Wilde) Hansmann, passed away at home June 19 from ovarian cancer. Tour chairman Mike Shearen said they will continue with the Aug. 4 benefi t in her memory. The funds raised will be given to Amy’s husband Doug and four children.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, June 26 at Church of St. Pius X in White Bear Lake. Interment St. Mary of the Lake Cemetery.

artists are already perpetrating new scams in an attempt to take advantage of the process. The scams vary, but typically begin with a phone call from a scammer posing as a representative of Medicare or another government agency, and attempting to get the beneficiary to reveal personal information.

Under one variation, scammers ask a benefi ciary to pay a processing fee to receive or activate their new Medicare card. The scammer may even threaten to cancel a beneficiary’s Medicare benefits if they don’t pay the fee. In another variation, the scammer claims that the beneficiary must verify his or her SSN to receive their new Medicare card.

The scam artist can use this information to commit identity theft.

In yet another variation, the scam artist claims a beneficiary is owed a refund for a transaction on their old card and asks the beneficiary for his or her bank account information to process the supposed refund. The scammer can use this information to drain the beneficiary’s bank account.

DEATH NOTICES

Marcia Magnussen Metz Marcia Magnussen Metz, 56, of White Bear Lake, died June 19. Celebration of life 11 a.m.

Friday, June 29 at Honsa Family Funeral Home in White Bear Lake.

Carolyn Ann Nordstrom Carolyn Ann Nordstrom, 67, of Gem Lake, died June 9. Memorial service was June 19 at Eagle Brook Church in White Bear Lake.

Who to Contact

If you receive a suspicious call, hang up and report the incident to CMS by calling (800) 633-4227. People targeted by this scam are also encouraged to report the matter to the Federal Bureau of Investigation by calling (763) 569-8000 and the Federal Trade Commission by calling (877) 3824357.

For additional information, contact the OfďŹ ce of Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson as follows: OfďŹ ce of Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson 445 Minnesota Street, Suite 1400 St. Paul, MN 55101 (651) 296-3353 (Twin Cities Calling Area) (800) 657-3787 (Outside the Twin Cities) TTY: (651) 297-7206 or (800) 3664812 www.ag.state.mn.us

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Glenna Price Glenna Price, 88, of White Bear Lake, died June 15. Mass of Christian Burial 11 a.m. July 6 at St. Mary of the Lake Church in White Bear Lake.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

L k A Lake Avenue nott suited it d ffor traffic generated by Lake Links

I applaud the work of the Lake Links Association to create more safe biking options around White Bear Lake. There are defi nitely dangerous stretches, especially in Dellwood, that require safer accommodations for bikers.

The publicity about the Lake Links initiative has already generated increased traffic along Lake Avenue.

Bike groups speed along the road, which is probably a good option for bikers going 20-plus miles per hour.

We moved to White Bear Lake four years ago from Minneapolis, where territory for bikers and walkers is clearly marked. When I asked a representative of the Lakes Links Association how Lake Avenue would be handled, he said “it would stay the same and rely on walker and biker education to make it work.� When you look at the interactive map the association has created, Lake Avenue is declared “done and beautiful�.

In a recent conversation with my neighbors, many voiced concerns about increased traffic on Lake Avenue, where bikers and walkers already encounter confusion that has led to dangerous encounters.

One solution would be to clearly mark the sidewalk and the street, instructing bikers, walkers and fast bikers where to go. Another might be to route bikers along a protected bike lane on Highway 61.

We need a better answer than “educating bikers and walkers� on Lake Avenue. Let the dialogue begin.

Lynn Nelson White Bear Lake

Safety concern at Manitou Days parade

The Manitou Days parade is always such fun and a way to connect with our community. I appreciate the many organizations and volunteers that participate in it. However, that pleasure is diminished when candy is thrown at the children. The effect is bedlam and even fighting. The young mother with her three children sitting beside me tried so hard to keep her children from running into the street but it was impossible because there was so much candy being thrown around them. Some participants handed out the candy, but very few. Please, please have the organizers stress and put in writing to each participate that it makes it dangerous to the children to throw candy at them. I saw children hitting heads trying to get the candy. Each year I hope that this message gets across to everyone – organizers, parents and children. Let’s have a safe parade.

Sandra Bjorndahl White Bear Lake

Reconsider plan to boot bookstore

When is enough, enough for you Tyler Conrad? Why? Our precious, beloved and quaint bookstore.

For the sake of the White Bear community, please reconsider your plan.

Janice Gibbs White Bear Township

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RAMSEY COUNTY SHERIFF REPORTS The Ramsey County Sheriff's Offi ce reported the following incidents:

Vadnais Heights • A trailer originally left at the intersection of I-35E and I-694 with a flat tire in the wee hours of June 14 was recovered later that day in the 3600 block of Rustic Place hooked to an older vehicle. Suspects on the scene, a 39-year-old man from Blooming Prairie and a 27-year-old woman from Inver Grove Heights were booked into jail on felony possession of stolen property charges.

• A double-axle PJ brand trailer went missing between June 14 and June 19 from the yard of a residence in the 3400 block of Centerville Road.

A cut padlock was found at the scene. The open trailer is valued at $3,400. No suspects.

• When a home health nurse in the 900 block of Heritage Court called 911 about a drunken resident the afternoon of June 15, deputies delivered the 66-year-old man to a local hospital for an evaluation.

• Witnesses reported a “drunk and disorderly” man acting out in an apartment on County Road D the evening of June 16. The 50-year-old Maplewood resident was booked into jail on a disorderly conduct charge.

• A couple had a “falling out” at Kwik Trip on Highway 61 the night of June 16. When the 60-year-old man allegedly punched his 50-yearold girlfriend in the face (she was found with a cut lip and a chipped tooth), employees called 911 but the man left in his vehicle. The Hugo suspect is facing charges of fi fth-degree assault, domestic assault and disorderly conduct.

• A Highway 61 homeowner who swore he had torn up a June 18 check he had written for $380 and thrown it in the garbage was surprised when the check cleared. An investigation cannot begin until he reports it to his bank, the homeowner was told.

• When the shoplifting suspect saw the deputy outside Target in the 900 block of County Road E the afternoon of June 18, she tossed her handbag into the tall grass. The 29-year-old North St. Paul woman, already wanted on an Anoka County warrant for her arrest for fi nancial transaction card fraud, was cited for theft of $354 worth of items in the recovered handbag.

Deputies attempted to book her into jail, but she was rejected by jailers until she sobered up. That meant some time at Regions Hospital before her stint behind bars.

• A man with a vehicle that had no license plates and an unreadable temporary license was cited for that offense the afternoon of June 18 in the parking lot at Walmart. The 60-year-old local was also cited for driving after revocation and had to fi nd another driver before moving the vehicle.

White Bear Township • Four young adult males left Cub Foods in the 1000 block of Meadowlands Drive at 2 a.m. June 13, one carrying a 12-pack of beer that he had not paid for and was too young to purchase anyway. The beer-carrying shoplifter denied the charge but video does not lie. The 19-year-old out of North St. Paul was mailed a citation for the $12 theft.

• A 2017 Ford Explorer was stolen out of a driveway in the 1600 block of County Road H2 overnight on June 13. No suspects.

• Eleven tanks and seven diving vests went missing from a scuba diving school in the 5000 block of Highway 61 the afternoon of June 15. The total felony-level loss was estimated at $9,000.

An unknown person was seen by a witness loading supplies into a vehicle. An investigation is underway.

• A 34-year-old White Bear Lake man was arrested after careening in reverse down Otter Lake Road the evening of June 17 with his pickup truck hood raised and his windshield shattered.

The man, whose license is already canceled inimical to public safety, was booked into jail on a pending careless driving charge.

• Deputies were looking June 18 for a 23-year-old woman who does not get along with Mom, on warrants for her arrest for several violations in the past year of an order for protection and a no-contact order.

• A pair of pit bulls, no strangers to county animal control, went into a neighbor’s yard in the 5200 block of Grand Avenue the evening of June 18 and attacked a 15-pound terrier that was on a leash. It was the sixth time the pit bulls had been cited for untoward behavior in the past two years. There were no injuries to the tough little terrier.

• A son shoved his Mom June 19 for getting after him for not doing his chores on Stacker Place.

He threw rocks causing bruises. He went to jail on a domestic assault charge.

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 dispute between roommates in the 300 block of Wildwood Avenue was reported June 13 over rent arrangements. The unwanted party in the dispute agreed to leave the scene to cool off.

• A resident in the 3800 block of East County Line Road at 8:44 p.m. June 13 reported operators of four-wheelers and dirt bikes on his property as part of an ongoing complaint. Washington County Sheriff's deputies advised the bikers of the noise curfew at 10 p.m.

• A resident in the 520 block of Hall Avenue reported a stolen vehicle recovered by the Centennial Lakes

Police Department June 14.

Grant • A Lake Elmo man, 43, was cited June 13 on Highway 36 and Keats Avenue for failure to display current registration, after being pulled over by deputies on routine patrol.

• A Stillwater man, 32, was arrested June 14 in the 10000 block of 83rd Street N. on warrant, fi fth degree drug possession and giving false information to an arresting officer, after deputies pulled him over on a suspicious vehicle complaint.

The complainant had reported the subject for fleeing at a high rate of speed after being approached.

• A resident in the 9200 block of Knollwood Avenue N. on June 14 reported fi nding a lock that had been cut off his woodshed, after

reporting suspicious activity on his property earlier that day.

Mahtomedi • A West St. Paul woman, 32, was reported for parking outside a residence in the 700 block of Mahtomedi Avenue and accessing the wi-fi of that residence to use the internet on her cell phone at 1:38 a.m. June 13. The subject agreed to leave the area.

• A resident in the area of 69th Street N. and Hyde Avenue N. was reported at 12:20 a.m. June 14 for leaving a bonfi re unattended. The resident agreed to put the bonfi re out after deputies advised him to so.

• A case of burglary was reported June 14 in the 70 block of Mahtomedi Avenue. Missing are a Bible, photos and other items.

• Five juvenile males and four juvenile females from Mahtomedi, White Bear Lake, Hugo and Maplewood all received citations for underage consumption at 8:12 p.m.

June 14 in the park in the 75 block of Quail Street.

• A bartender at the Dugout Bar in the 960 block of Mahtomedi Avenue at 11:38 p.m. June 14 reported another employee for using drugs on the job. The subject reportedly became upset, started fi ghting and fled. Deputies were unable to locate the subject.

Willernie • A mom and son verbal domestic was reported June 14 in the 300 block of Kimberly Road as part of ongoing verbal disputes in that household.

WHITE BEAR LAKE POLICE REPORTS The White Bear Lake Police Department reported the following incidents: • Two windows were smashed out of a vehicle in the 4000 block of Bellaire Avenue June 15.

• A $9 rotisserie chicken was stolen from the deli in the 2600 block of County Road E June 15.

• A domestic assault was reported to officers in the police department lobby June 15.

• A White Bear Lake man, 24, was cited for a noise ordinance violation after three warnings about his loud party in the 2400 block of Martin Way June 16.

• A Mahtomedi man, 35, was arrested for multiple outstanding felony warrants after fleeing officers on foot from Arby’s in the 1000 block of Meadowlands Drive. He had been reported for changing clothes in the Walgreens parking lot.

• A domestic assault was reported in the 2000 block of Birch Street June 16.

• A male reported being assaulted by four or five other males in the 4700 block of Centerville Road June 16. Review of surveillance video is pending.

• A White Bear Lake man, 59, was arrested for third-degree DWI near White Bear Avenue June 16.

• A 2011 black Chevy Silverado worth about $21,000 was stolen from a parking lot. The own-

er’s cell phone and wallet were inside.

• A White Bear Lake man, 20, was arrested for an outstanding warrant and giving a false name to a police officer in the 4700 block of Centerville Road June 17.

• Two lawn mowers were reported stolen from a business in the 1000 block of Birch Lake Blvd.

June 18.

• An Xbox One was reported stolen during a burglary in the 3500 block of Century Avenue June 18.

• A $20 bottle of Tito’s vodka was reported stolen in the 2100 block of Fourth Street June 18. The suspect was caught on video, identified and cited for misdemeanor theft. The suspect was trespassed from the business for one year.

• Check forgery was reported in the 3400 block of Bellaire Avenue June 19.

• A White Bear Lake man, 44, was arrested for an outstanding felony warrant in the 4800 block of Karen Place June 19.

• A bicycle was stolen from a garage with an open door in the 2600 block of Riviera Drive June 19.

• An assault was reported in the 3500 block of Century Avenue June 19.

• A Florida man was arrested for carrying a weapon without a permit and being in possession of a fi rearm while having a blood alcohol

concentration over 0.04 June 20. Officers spotted the suspicious vehicle parked on the side of Highway 61 near Buerkle Road.

• A sick raccoon was sent to raccoon heaven in the 1900 block of County Road F June 20.

• A malnourished dog was reported in the 3700 block of Highland Avenue June 20. An officer instructed the owner to bring the dog to the vet for an examination and to obtain a city dog license.

• A bike was stolen from a bike rack at the ice cream shop in the 2100 block of Fourth Street June 20. The Eastern Vulture was worth $250.

• Checks were stolen in the 3600 block of Hoffman Road June 20.

• Two suspects were caught shoplifting about $160 worth of merchandise in the 1800 block of Buerkle Road June 20.

• Two males were seen on camera when a burglar alarm went off in the 4600 block of Centerville Road June 20. The area was checked by an officer but no one was located.

• A laptop and custom-made jewelry worth about $1,900 was reported stolen in the 4500 block of Shady Lane June 21. An unknown suspect damaged doors to enter the residence.

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Visitors treated to circus parade, in miniature

BY DEBRA NEUTKENS EDITOR

Piece by miniature circus piece, Ned Kronberg painstakingly arranges the “smallest show on earth.”

The collection of tiny tents, lions and elephants, circus performers and spectators has taken the White Bear ringleader a lifetime to compile.

In celebration of Manitou Day's railroad theme, 81-year-old Kronberg shared part of his miniature circus June 16 at City Hall. His parade display was equivalent to 11 city blocks and included an assortment of model rail cars that would have moved a traveling circus.

It took him three hours to set up and half that time to take down.

For the retired meat cutter, circuses are serious business. There's no clowning around.

He takes great care in assembling his display, placing a tiger in its ring just so, or arranging the wagons adroitly around the big top.

Kronberg has been featured in the Press before. A story in 2003 noted that he exhibited one of his circuses at the Great Circus Parade in Milwaukee and that same summer, shared part of his collection with the famed Circus World Museum in Baraboo, Wisconsin.

He's a member of Circus Model Builders International, an organization formed in 1935.

Transporting the delicate pieces is risky because of breakage, he said at the time, but it's worth it.

Kronberg enjoys sharing his love for the big top, something he's done for 50 years, and seeing visitors' reactions to his unique hobby.

The former model railroad builder got his start when he became enamored with the logistics of how circuses moved across the country in their hay day, transporting hundreds of people, animals and tents.

Today, there are about 25 circuses left in the United States and they travel by truck, Kronberg said. “The animal rights people have done a good job closing them down,” he maintained. “We hope in time people realize that circuses take good care of their animals and they return.”

The City Hall display was co-sponsored by the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society and the Area Chamber of Commerce, headquartered in the old White Bear railroad depot.

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White Bear Collector Ned Kronberg in an earlier Press story on his miniature circus.

PUBLIC SAFETY BRIEFS Father’s Day weekend proves to be a deadly one

Father’s Day weekend had 11 traffic fatalities in eight fatal crashes on Minnesota roads Friday through Sunday.

Five of the 11 people who died were riding motorcycles, another five were motorists and one was a pedestrian.

The 11 fatalities on Minnesota roads were the most in one weekend since Oct. 14-16, 2016. Seven out of the 11 fatalities occurred in the seven-county metro. Alcohol is suspected in two of crashes and drugs is suspected in two others.

One of the victims was unbelted. Four of the crashes were speed-related. Nine of the victims were male and two were female and most of the victims age ranges were 34 to 81 years old with one being unknown.

100 deadliest days on Minnesota roads

Memorial Day through Labor Day marks the 100 deadliest days on Minnesota roads. Preliminary numbers show the 100 stretch last year accounted for 121 of the 358 fatalities, making up 34 percent of all traffic deaths in 2017.

Police crack down on drunk driving

White Bear Lake Police hosted the Toward Zero Deaths Hi-Viz DWI Saturation on Saturday, June 16.

Eleven officers and five volunteer reserve officers produced the following:

111 9 5 11 3

traffic stops people taken to jail DWI arrests drivers cited for driving after revocation/suspension vehicles towed

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The miniature circus parade on display at City Hall June 16 was equivalent to 11 city blocks. It contained thousands of pieces. The display was co-sponsored by the historical society and chamber of commerce and part of Manitou Days.

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Bear Lake Area Historical Society.

Included with the newspapers was a typed letter from Stickley, dated May 29, 1940. Hanson read the letter aloud. It was entitled, “The Realization of a Dream” and addressed “To Whom it may be that reads these lines in years to come: “For a number of months as I walked uptown from my home at 101 Clark Avenue, I had a dream of a tall flagpole with a beautiful base, in a park at the head of the avenue. Now I am happy to say that that dream has come true.

“However, as I dreamed, I realized that a determined effort would be necessary in order to bring about a realization of this dream.

“In the issue of my paper, the White Bear Press, of July 7, 1939, a copy of which is herewith, I proposed the erection of a municipal flag pole. I decided afterward to dedicate it to the memory of all American soldiers.”

Stickley went on to say how the pole was erected Nov. 7, 1939 and dedicated “with ceremony” on Armistice Day. A photograph of the ceremony was included.

The “entire complement,” as Stickley called it, was completed Friday, May 17, 1940 and was to be dedicated on Decoration Day May 30, the day after he wrote the letter.

“The pole stands 78 feet above the ground, set 8 feet into a steel sleeve and a concrete foundation 6 feet square and 8 feet deep,” he wrote. Stickley added that Kasota stone that once was part of a Stillwater prison cell block was used for the base. The prison stood for 75 years before it was razed in 1935.

“It is in no small degree of satisfaction that I have seen the accomplishment of this undertaking — seen my dream in stone and steel, for it was practically a one-man job,” the publisher continued.

“For months I had tried to interest the public and organizations but without success. I finally undertook it alone and that is why I am so deeply interested in the dedication of it tomorrow.

“I wonder how long it will stand. Today, Hitler threatens the world and I wonder what the conditions will be here and elsewhere when this is read.”

Respectfully submitted, W.A. Stickley Hanson had one word when she finished reading the publisher's letter: “Wow.” The letter, she added, was the one item in the time capsule that surprised her.

Among other items in the box, made by a metal smith named M.J. Mackenhausen, was a list of past commanders of the

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White Bear Lake Lions Carol and Lynn Farley wait with anticipation as the Historical Society’s Sara Markoe Hanson removes a cardboard protector from the copper time capsule during Marketfest. Mayor Jo Emerson holds the microphone, ready to announce the first item pulled from the box, discolored after spending almost 80 years in the base of the veteran’s flag pole.

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Current White Bear Lake Mayor Jo Emerson holds a photo from the capsule of Charles Buckbee, the city’s mayor in 1940.

American Legion Post 168 from 1920 to 1940, and a list of “paid up” members of the Legion as of May 20. The Legion Auxiliary had an envelope placed by Mrs. W. G. Schaffner, president. That mention elicited cheers from auxiliary members present for the opening. And there was a report from both the Girl and Boy Scouts with names.

Stickley's photograph was included, as was a photo of then Mayor Charles Buckbee and Lester Palmer, a former city alderman and past Legion commander who was involved in the planning committee. There was a financial statement for the flag pole fund showing it cost $349.72 and a sketch of the design.

The box and reproductions of the contents will be on display at the Historical Society's booth, near the corner of Washington Avenue and Fourth Street, for the remainder of Marketfest. Photographs of items will be posted online.

Hanson reminded onlookers that the time capsule is only one small piece of the project. “The flag pole is being restored after 80 years and the Lions stepped up to spearhead that fundraising effort. There is still a small amount to raise.”

When the base is ready, the copper box from 1940 will be filled with new items, resealed and entombed once again in the memorial flag pole. Just what will go in the time capsule remains to be seen.

An editorial note here is warranted: it should include a White Bear Press.

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Capt. Warren Stickley, owner/publisher of the White Bear Press, wrote this 1940 letter for the time capsule, which was buried the next day at the base of the Soldier’s Memorial flag pole. Capt. Stickley put this photograph of himself in the capsule.

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The time capsule was cut open a few days prior to Marketfest for safety reasons, sealed with evidence tape to assure no peeking and stored at the White Bear Police Department. Chief Julie Swanson and Cpt. Dale Hager delivered the capsule for the official unveiling June 21.

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Members of the American Legion Auxiliary gathered at the flag pole the day the base was dedicated and the time capsule buried.

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MEGA CONVENIENCE: Set for review FROM PAGE 1A

super-sized convenience store and gas station in Lakeville last year. The grocery chain promised to offer timestrapped customers prepared meals and scaled-down versions of its produce, dairy and meat departments, plus its Market Grill restaurant.

Headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, the grocer already operates 142 smaller convenience stores, including 16 in Minnesota, throughout its eightstate business region. Many of the stores are adjacent to the chain’s supermarket stores or in a nearby lot.

The Waldochs regret that their renters have to relocate, but they’re excited about the project, noted Sheila Waldoch. “This corner has been a good place for entrepreneurs to start and grow. We know most don’t want to move.”

They’ve owned the corner since 1999.

Mouldings, Doors & More owner Dennis Olson has been on Hoffman Corner for nine years. He considers the location a prime spot. While he’s not happy about the move, Olson admits it’s the Waldoch’s right to sell the piece.

“This property has been for sale for years,” Olson said. “Every year when I renew my lease I think, ‘maybe this is the last year.’ This time, I think it will be the last year. It’s never a done deal

until it’s done but I still have to plan on moving. I can’t wait until it’s finalized.”

The owner of Jerry’s Upholstery called the corner’s re-development “devastating.”

“I built my reputation on that corner for 35 years,” said Jerry Udstuen. “To have to move is stressful. None of us were ready for this to happen. I want to stay in the White Bear area but I can’t find anything to fit my needs. The only thing I can find is in Burnsville and there’s no way I’m moving there.”

Don Waldoch said he’s tried to be straight up with his renters regarding the proposal. “We’ve told them what was going on but we haven’t given dates. It could all blow up yet. I don’t count my chickens until those eggs are hatched.”

Hy-Vee’s application will be reviewed by the Planning Commission July 9 and discussed by City Council July 10; “hopefully to approve it,” said Gem Lake Mayor Bob Uzpen. “I see no reason why the Planning Commission would not recommend approval.”

Council also approved a $900 traffic study by SEH Inc. to count the number and types of vehicles going both directions on Schueneman and Hoffman Roads. “I want to know how much abuse those roads get on a daily basis,” Uzpen said. “That will tell us if the roads need to be redone.”

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New Absentee and Early Voting Locations for White Bear Township and Gem Lake Residents - Absentee voting begins June 29, 2018 for the Primary Election. You are able to vote before Election Day by the following ways: Vote by Mail – Ramsey County Elections will administer all mail voting. Voters interested in receiving a ballot by mail will be able to apply online at www.mnvotes.org or you can submit a hard copy of the application to Ramsey County Elections Office, PO Box 64098, St. Paul, MN 55164.

In-Person Absentee Voting – (Voters place ballot in a secure ballot envelope). Ramsey County Elections will administer in-person absentee voting for the state primary at the Ramsey County Offices, 90 Plato Blvd West, St. Paul from June 29 through August 6. For the state general election, you are able to in-person absentee vote at 90 Plato Blvd West, St. Paul and at the Arden Hills Public Works Building, 1425 Paul Kirkwold Drive, Arden Hills from September 21 through October 29. All Ramsey County voters will be able to vote at these locations.

Early Voting – (Ballot is placed in ballot counter) Ramsey County Elections will administer early voting for the state primary from August 7 through August 13 and for the state general election from October 30 through November 5. Early voting will take place at the following locations. All Ramsey County voters will be able to cast their early voting ballot at any of these locations: City of St. Paul Ramsey County Elections Office Highland Park Community Center Martin Luther King Recreation Center Ramsey County Public Works Building Arlington Hills Community Center Suburban Ramsey County Ramsey County Libraries – WBL, Maplewood, Shoreview & Roseville Como Park Historic Streetcar Station in Arden Hills St. Anthony City Hall

There will also be extended hours for the State General Election as follows: Sunday, Nov. 4th 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Early voting hours at all other locations will be as follows: Monday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Tuesday through Friday 12:00 noon – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

For more information and links for directions to voting locations, visit our website at www. whitebeartownship.org/administration/elections.

For Military and Overseas Absentee Voting, contact the Absentee Ballot Coordinator at 651.266.2171 or by email at elections@ co.ramsey.mn.us.

IT’S FIREWORKS TIME - KEEP IT LEGAL & KEEP IT SAFE – With the 4th of July nearing, please keep in mind the following: Keep it legal – permitted fireworks include sparklers, cones & tubes that emit sparks, novelty items like snakes & party poppers. Prohibited fireworks include, but are not limited to firecrackers, bottle rockets, missiles, roman candles, mortars & shells.

Keep it Safe - Read & understand fireworks directions, read caution labels before igniting • Use fireworks only with close adult supervision & keep fireworks away from children – sparklers alone burn at 1800o • Never aim or throw fireworks at a person, animal, building, vehicle, wooded area or flammable items • Stay away from failed fireworks (“duds”) for an extended amount of time to make sure they don’t ignite • Check wind direction before lighting fireworks or avoid having it blow into trees, onto house roofs, fields, etc.

July 4 – Independence Day Township Offices Closed

Early voting hours at the Ramsey County Elections Office are as follows: Monday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

July 15 – Cow Appreciation Day July 21 – National Junk Food Day

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Time capsule winner spot on Winners of the 1940 time capsule guessing game were announced Friday, June 22, the day after the box was opened to a Marketfest crowd.

The White Bear Lake Area Historical Society received 60 guesses on the capsule's contents.

The winner is Mike Lillie, who guessed the box contained information on why the memorial was built and what it stands for. “It may also contain the paperwork for it like organizations that donated efforts and money in support of what it took to actually get the go ahead for the build.”

“He was pretty right on,” said the historical society's Meg Todd.

Lillie won two tickets to the Historic House Tour or Gangster Bus Tour and a copy of “Looking Back at White Bear Lake – a Pictorial History” by Cynthia Vadnais. Second place went to Debra Elias, who won Vadnais' book and a copy of “White Bear Lake – A Boating Tour.”

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Pastor of retirees off to minister in Colorado retirement community

BY SARA MARIE MOORE VADNAIS HEIGHTS EDITOR

The senior pastor at Redeemer Lutheran Church in White Bear Lake, known for her work for those in the second half of life, has received a new call to a retirement community in Colorado.

Pastor Pamela Stofferahn has worked at the church for 10 years.

When she learned about the aging boomer population in the White Bear Lake area, she and her staff came up with ideas on how to engage them.

The church launched a retirement workshop and marriage retreat geared to older adults. Social, spiritual and service activities were increased.

The church's focus on those in their silver years led Lyngblomsten senior housing, healthcare and services in St. Paul to partner with the church to offer “2nd Half with Lynblomsten” seminars, activities and resources at the church about a year and a half ago.

A Lyngblomsten site coordinator and social worker office at the church. A community nurse visits members in their home to do wellness checks.

The program offers respite and information for caregivers, said Lynn Amon, site coordinator. “It really

supports the model of aging in place,” she noted.

Many seniors have a desire to stay in their hometown as long as possible.

The programs are open to anyone in the community — it doesn't matter where you attend church or what school district you live in, she said.

Seniors of any ability are able to participate.

The goal of the program is to help older adults stay engaged and connected, which is just as important to health as taking medication, Stofferahn noted.

During Stofferahn's tenure, the church also increased its outreaches to the community. About 30 members are reading buddies to students at Willow Lane Elementary. The church also helped with the startup of Open Hands Midway, a resource center for the homeless.

“We are people of faith for the sake of the world,” she said.

The church also launched Worship on the Farm at Bruentrup Heritage Farm in Maplewood about five years ago. They have invited other area Lutheran churches to partner in the summer Wednesday evening services.

“It's a lower-risk way to check church out,” Stofferahn said.

YOU SHOULD KNOW: Redeemer R d Lutheran L th Ch Church h iis h hosting ti ffree mobile markets through the food shelf this summer. The Lyngblomsten community nurse will also offer free wellness checkups at the markets. The next market is 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 10 at the church, 3770 Bellaire Ave. in White Bear Lake.

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Redeemer Lutheran Church Senior Pastor Pamela Stofferahn is moving to Colorado.

Stofferahn will be using her experience working with those in the second half of life when she moves to Ridgway, Colorado, to serve at United Church of the San Juans, a community that draws retirees. Her husband Ken recently retired from the University of Wisconsin – River Falls as a professor.

“I feel an absolute sense of God's calling us there largely because of the experience I've gained in this congregation,” she said. “It's a thrill to know God needs us.”

They have one adult son who lives in Oregon. They have lived in Hudson, Wisconsin, for 30 years. They love the outdoors and are excited to explore a new frontier, she said.

Associate pastors Candace Moser and Stefanie Fauth will oversee the church until an interim senior pastor is hired.

“Redeemer has a terrific staff so the congregation is in good hands,” Stofferahn said. “It is an absolutely lovely congregation so it is going to be hard to leave.”

“She is going to be sorely missed,” Amon said. “She has been such a champion for our local seniors.”

Her last day is June 30.

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Worship on the Farm Bruentrup Family Farm 2170 E. County Road D Maplewood, MN Meal 5:30 pm Worship 6:30 pm

3770 Bellaire Avenue, White Bear Lake 651-429-5411 rlcwbl.org

3878 Highland Avenue White Bear Lake • 651-429-5337 www.churchofstpiusx.org Masses: Mon.-Fri. 8 am • Wed. 6:30 pm First Sat. 8 am, Sat. 5 pm Sun. 8 & 10am, 7:30pm • Reconciliation: Sat. 3:30 - 4:30 pm

Sunday 9 & 10:30 a.m.

Sanctuary

Contemporary Worship Saturday 5 p.m.

Sunday 8:45 & 10:15 a.m.

Great Hall NURSERY AT ALL SERVICES ST. ANDREW’S LUTHERAN CHURCH 900 STILLWATER ROAD, MAHTOMEDI WWW.SAINTANDREWS.ORG 651-426-3261

First Christian Church of St. Paul (disciples of Christ) Mahtomedi, Minnesota

Monday & Wed-Fri: Mass at 9 a.m.

Tuesday: Mass at 6 p.m. a.m.

Saturday: Mass at 5 p.m.

Sunday: Mass at 9 a.m. & 11 a.m.

Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday 3:30-4:30 p.m.

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Masses: Saturday – 5:00 PM Sunday – 7:30, 9:00, & 11:00 AM

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Worship time: Sundays 10am Sunday Mornings May 27 — Sept. 2 9:00 am Worship 10:00 am Fellowship time

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South Shore Trinity Lutheran Church South Shore Blvd. at Bellaire Avenue White Bear Lake, MN 651-429-4293 LCMS

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LAKEWOOD WORSHIP CENTER Sunday School and Fellowship at 9:00 am Family Worship Service at 10:30 am Lts. Michael & Erin Metzier, Pastors 2080 Woodlynn Ave. , Maplewood • 651-779-9177

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Sunday 8 and 9:45 a.m.

Dial-A-Devotion 651-429-0078 www.sstwbl.org Lakeside Services at 9:45 a.m July 8, 22 & 29th Bring a lawn chair or a blanket - Join us!

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A Welcoming & Inclusive Faith Community Rev. Shay MacKay

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My Soul” and “Wisdom Tree and the Red Swing” and Mayr Boros will be signing “The Dance of When: 4-7 p.m. Wednes- Creation.”

Contact: 651-426-0918 day, June 27 Where: 1965 E. County Road E, White Bear Lake BEACH PILATES Details: Celebrate When: 8 a.m. Friday, the community-based June 29 thrift store with halfWhere: Memorial price deals, cake and ice Beach, 4980 Lake Ave., cream. All sales benefit White Bear Lake local non-profits.

Details: Personally Contact: 303-408-6577 instructed class overlooking the water. Free; bring a mat and water bottle.

FAMILY FUN NIGHT Contact: 651-313-5121 When: 6-8 p.m.Thursor summitpilates.org day, June 28 Where: Lions Park, 4410 Lake Ave S., White DONUTS WITH COPS Bear Lake When: 9 a.m.-noon Details: BearPower Friday, June 29 hosts games, activities Where: Railroad Park, and food. Free.

Downtown White Bear Contact: 651-430-8739 Lake or powerupkids.org Details: Free donuts and coffee and opportunity to meet with local HARRY POTTER police officers.

ESCAPE ROOM Contact: whitebear When: 1:30-4:30 p.m. lake.org Thursday, June 28 Where: Wildwood Library, 763 StillwaterSTEM SATURDAYS AT Road, Mahtomedi WILDWOOD: FAMILY Details: Program for LEGO BUILD DAY kids ages 11-18. Teams When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. have 30 minutes to get Saturday, June 30 out of a crazy professor’s Where: Wildwood office before it’s too late.

Library, 763 StillwaterRegistration required.

Road, Mahtomedi Contact: 651-426-2042 Details: Drop-in proor washcolib.org gram for families. Legos provided.

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Friday, June 29 Where: Lake Country MEET THE GARDENER Booksellers, 4766 WashWhen: 10:15-11 a.m. ington Square, White Monday, July 2 Bear Lake Where: Tamarack Details: Carol MacAlNature Center, 5287 Otter lister will be signing her Lake Road, White Bear three books, “Thinking Township Out Loud,” “Windows to Details: Meet with

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gardeners and help plant, tend and taste the harvest. Free; no registration required.

Contact: 651-407-5350 or tamaracknature center.org

‘SUPPORT OUR TROOPS’ PANCAKE BREAKFAST

When: 8-10:30 a.m.

Wednesday, July 4 Where: VFW Post 1782, 4496 Lake Ave S., White Bear Lake Details: Annual fundraiser hosted by the Auxiliary includes allyou-can-eat pancakes $8/ adult and youth; $4/child 8 and under. Food shelf donations also collected.

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BE A 4-H SCIENTIST: POWERFUL PLANTS

When: 2-3 p.m. Monday, July 9 Where: Wildwood Library, 763 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi Details: Participants ages 8-12 will dissect soil, learn about parts of plants and discover edible plants. Registration required.

Contact: 651-426-2042 or washcolib.org

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4th of July fireworks, flyover and music WHEN: 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 4 Bear Lake

Band; 8:30 p.m. flyover with T-6 planes; 10 p.m. fi reworks display over the lake. In case of rain, fi reworks on July 5.

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Where: Tally’s DockContact: 651-426-2042 side, 4440 Lake Ave. S. in or washcolib.org White Bear Lake Details: Family-friendly concerts; food and CONCERT AT beverages available for VADNAIS SQUARE sale.

When: 7-9 p.m. TuesContact: www.cg day, July 17 hooks.com for schedule of Where: Vadnais performers Square, County Road E and City Center Dr. Details: Celebrate summer with a free 3RD ANNUAL outdoor concert and steet WALK FOR WATER dance featuring “Bad When: 7-8:30 p.m.

Girlfriends.”

Wednesday, July 11 ‘CONFESSION & Contact: 651-204-6000, DISCRETION’ EXHIBIT Where: West Park, 2350 11th St., White Bear cityvadnaisheights.com When: Through July Lake 12 Details: 5K along Lake Where: White Bear Ave. benefits the Palabek Center for the Arts, 4971 Refugee Settlement in Long Ave., White Bear Uganda. Participants will Lake enjoy cake, refreshments, BIRCHWOOD MUSIC Details: International music, and celebratory artists Margo Selski and IN THE PARK sparklers. See website to Erica Spitzer Rasmussen When: 6 p.m. Sunday, register or donate. blend their artwork toJuly 8 Contact: lifecoreyoga. gether to create feminine Where: Birch Beach, com/events yet bold and powerful Birchwood Details: Amy & Adams themes.

Contact: 651-407-0597 perform folk, love balCRITTER CAMP lads, rock, Bluegrass and or whitebeararts.org DROP-OFF DAY When: Monday, July 16 original songs.

Contact: cityofbirch Where: Wildwood wood.com Library, 763 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi Details: Kids ages 3-7 TALLY’S DOCKSIDE can drop off their favorite SUMMER CONCERTS MARKETFEST stuffed animal for a week When: 6 to 9 p.m.

When: 6-9 p.m. Thursat “camp.” Pick up party Wednesdays, Fridays and days, June 14 through When: 5-8 p.m. Monday, July 9 Where: White Bear Lake VFW 1782, 4496 Lake Ave. S. Details: Fundraiser for Suburban Ramsey County Beyond the Yellow Ribbon. $6 burgers. Open to the public.

Contact: 651-426-4944

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July 26 Where: Downtown White Bear Lake Details: Free family festival includes more than 150 retail and food vendors, live music, children’s activities, farmers market, classic car show.

Contact: www.market fest.org

VADNAIS HEIGHTS FARMERS MARKET

When: 2-6 p.m.

Wednesdays, through Oct. 17 Where: Helene Houle Medical Center parking lot, 1155 E. Co. Road E Details: 30 selling spaces with produce grown within 50 miles of St. Paul.

Contact: 651-485-9532 or cityvadnaisheights. com

MAHTOMEDI AREA FARMERS MARKET

When: 8 a.m.-noon Saturdays through through Sept. 23 Where: Veteran’s Memorial Park Details: Brings local growers, producers, artisans, musicians, nonprofits and cool people together in the heart of Mahtomedi.

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CONCERT ON THE TERRACE: DEAN MAGRAW

When: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, June 28 Where: Stillwater Public Library, 224 Third St. N. Details: Performance by guitarist and composer Dean Magraw is free and open to the public.

Contact: 651-275-4338 or stillwaterlibrary.org

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White Bear Lake Farmers Market WHEN: 8 a.m.-noon Fridays, June 29- Oct. 26

WHERE: Washington Ave. and 4th St., downtown White Bear Lake

organic produce, natural meats and cheeses, honey, syrup, baked goods, plants and flowers.

CONTACT: 651-747-3650 or www. whitebearlake.org

DETAILS: Produce includes

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MIDWEST SKI OTTERS SHOWS

Saturdays, June-Sept.

Where: Tamarack Nature Center, 5287 Otter Lake Road, White Bear Township Details: Free drop-in program with nature discussions, touchable artifacts and interactions with animals. All ages.

Contact: 651-407-5350 or www.parks.co.ramsey. mn.us/tamarack

When: 6 p.m. Sundays beginning second Sunday in June throughout the summer Where: Goose Lake on Hoffman Road in White Bear Lake Details: White Bearbased team of 120 amateur BOOK HOUNDS BOOK CLUB skiers from metro area Contact: www.ski When: 10-11 a.m. otter.com Wednesdays in June Where: Above GoodBALD EAGLE WATERSKI kids, 4758 Banning Ave., White Bear Lake CLUB SHOWS Details: Book club for When: 7 p.m. Thursbabies through age 10 days, mid-June through includes visit with a local Aug. author each week, music, Where: Centerville projects and snacks.

Lake in Centerville Free; families participate Details: Members of together. all ages perform waterskiing tricks. Club also performs at summer STAND UP festivals throughout the PADDLE BOARDING: state.

SUNSET PADDLE Contact: www.bald When: 7-8 p.m. Tueseaglewaterskishows.com days, June 12-Aug. 14 Where: Square Lake Park, 15450 Square Lake DROP-IN DISCOVERY Trail N., Stillwater STATIONS Details: Guided class; When: 10 a.m.-noon

equipment provided.

Ages 14+, $30/person.

Registration required.

Contact: co.washington.mn.us

SUP-YOGA

When: 9-10:15 a.m. Saturdays, June 16-Aug. 11 Where: Square Lake Park, 15450 Square Lake Trail N., Stillwater Details: Guided yoga instruction; equipment provided. Ages 14+, $30/ person. Registration required.

Contact: co.washington.mn.us

NEIGHBORHOODS NEARBY

When: 6-8 p.m. Thursday, June 28 Where: Sunrise Park, Lino Lakes Details: Family-friendly community event with performance by the band Drop Tailgate, concessions, free arts and crafts, bounce houses.

Contact: ci.lino-lakes. mn.us

CANOE AND KAYAK

BY THE LIGHT OF THE MOON

When: 7-10 p.m. Friday, June 29 Where: Wargo Nature Center, 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes Details: View wildlife, sunset, and a full moon. $5/person; registration required.

Contact: 763-324-3350 or anokacounty.us

CAMPING THOUGH THE DECADES

When: 1-4 p.m. Saturday, June 30 Where: North Star Scouting Museum, 2640 Seventh Ave. E., North St. Paul Details: Public opening of the newest exhibit at the Scouting Museum.

Free admission.

Contact: northstar museum.org

CURALS 2018 ALS BENEFIT CONCERT

When: 3-10 p.m. Saturday, June 30 Where: Hill-Murray YOU ARE LEAVING High School Theater, THE AMERICAN SECTOR: FOREIGN 2625 Larpenteur Ave. E., CORRESPONDENTS IN A Maplewood CHANGING WORLD Details: National recording artist Dan When: 7 p.m. ThursNavarro performs, with day, June 28 Where: Marine Village Dan Schwartz, George Hall, 121 Judd St., Marine Faber, Lehto & Wright and Cool Hand Luke. on St. Croix Food and silent auction Details: Mark Porubcansky, Scandia resident throughout the concert.

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Contact: 651-433-0500 X 227 or dnr.state.mn.us

When: 7-8 p.m. Saturday, June 30 Where: William O’Brien State Park Riverside Amphitheatre, Marine on St. Croix Details: Walk along the water with a naturalist to hear nature sounds and then make s’mores around a campfire. Free with park entry.

Contact: 651-433-0500 X 227 or dnr.state.mn.us

SUMMER TUESDAYS

ST. PAUL HIKING CLUB

RAMSEY COUNTY FAIR

LIGHT A SPARK

WINE MEETS ART FESTIVAL

When: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, July 1 Where: Rice Lake Elementary School, 575 Birch St., Lino Lakes Details: Hike part of the Rice Creek North Trail around Reshanau Lake. Hike is about 5 miles and lasts arrow.

1.5-2 hours.

Contact: 651-335-8079 or stpaulhike.com

When: 7-10:30 p.m.

Tuesday, July 4 Where: Johnson Terrace, Stillwater Public Library, 224 N. 3rd St. Details: Fundraiser for the Stillwater Public Library Foundation includes music and entertainment, activities for kids, magician, cakewalks, food, cash bar and viewing of fireworks. $50/adult; $25/child 6+; 5 and under free. Supports the Stillwater Library Foundation.

Contact: stillwater publiclibraryfoundation. org

When: 5-9 pm Tuesdays, July 10, 17, 24 & 31 and Aug. 7, 14 and 21 Where: Lowell Park, Downtown Stillwater Details: Free family event includes market vendors, food, music, stage performances until 8:30; family movie at dusk.

Contact: summer tuesdays.com When: July 11-15 Where: 2020 White Bear Ave., Maplewood Details: Parade, senior lunch, rose show, classic car show, talent show, pinewood derby, K9 demos, fireworks Friday night.

Contact: 651-770-2626 or www.ramseycounty fair.com

When: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Saturday, July 14 & Sunday, July 15 Where: Saint Croix Vineyards, 6428 Manning Ave., Stillwater Details: Interact with local artists while sampling local wine, beer and food. Live music, vendors and free tours.

Contact: 651-430-3310 or scvwines.com

UNIVERSE IN THE PARK

When: 8:30-10:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 7 Where: Short talk on the night skies with the U of M Astronomy Department and viewing of the moon, planets and more

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LOOKING BACK Week of June 24 – June 30, 2018 Culled from the archives of the White Bear Press at the resource library of the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society.

1918 Tuesday has been allotted White Bear to furnish flowers for the flower booth.

These flowers are to be sold for the benefit of the Soldiers and Sailors Club House. All who have flowers are asked to contribute. Mrs. Rogers has charge of this in White Bear and those wishing to send flowers should communicate with her…. Once you experience the pleasure of a spray or shower in your bath, you wouldn’t be without it for any money.

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1943 William Octave Peltier, left last Friday to return to Farragut, Idaho, after spending a few days with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Octave Peltier, 212 Murray Avenue. William finished his boot training at Farragut and will now be transferred for further training…

1968 Congratulations -Helen Hedman Carlson has been advised that she has again been elected as auxiliary member of the Board of Managers for Bethesda Lutheran Infirmary for the coming year….

1993 Five young women will compete for the title of Miss White Bear Lake on

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Can you identify these White Bear parade goers? The Historical Society needs your help.

Thursday evening, June 24 at Lakewood Community College. Despite the small number of contestants, pageant organizers expect a spirited competition as the women vie for over $2,500 in scholarships and prizes. The contestants and their sponsors are: Alexandra Kingsley, Smarte Carte; Shawn-Marie Tester, Gary Stoltzman, Edina Realty; Lisa Olson, Premier Bank; Sarah Peacock, White Bear Hair Affair; Melissa Lewis, One-Hour Martinizing; and Amy DeFlorin, Great Clips…

History’s Mysteries Each week this month we will be running a photo that we need help identifying. This week’s image of a “Children’s Parade” (ca. 1940) is part of the Snap Fournelle Collection at the WBLAHS. None of the individuals are identifi ed.

If you can identify any of the other players, please contact us at offi ce@whitebearhistory.org or 651-407-5327.

Looking Forward to the Past Upcoming Historical Society Events Saturday, July 14th Fillebrown House 4735 Lake Avenue, White Bear Lake

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Tour times: 10:00 AM & 11:30 AM. Tours last approx. 1 hour Tickets: $7 WBLAHS members FREE Reservations Recommended: whitebearhistory.org or call 651-407-5327 Tours also on July 28, August 11 & August 25

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They were treated to Culver’s custard upon their return. — Scott Eggert 4. Vadnais Heights Economic Development Corporations’s Northeast Metro Young Professionals tour the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office with Sgt. Kevin Otto and Communications Coordinator Randy Gustafson. — Submitted

5. The Saint Paul Vulcan Krewe made their mark on Dylan Rolling (left) and Sara Rae Peterson before the start of the Manitou Days Parade June 15. These two were part of a nearly 40-member walking parade group supporting Mahtomedi Early Childhood. — Stephanie Berwald

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6. On June 25, the level of White Bear Lake was 923.72, according to the recording device near the Manitou Island bridge. A week earlier, the level was 0.2 feet lower. — Debra Neutkens 7. Story Stroll participants count to 10 along with Andrea Hermanson, Wildwood’s Youth Services Librarian, during a June 20 guided book read outside Mahtomedi District Education Center. The group travelled from one story board to the next reading the Ten Pigs: An Epic Bath Adventure by Derek Anderson. The next stroll is August 8 at Wildwood Park, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., with the guided stroll at 10 a.m. — Cathy Wyland

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Large, small and everything in between on display at boat show

Above: The wide variety of water craft on display at the annual White Bear Lake Classic & Vintage Boat Show included the “Queen Mary,” a 38foot cruiser built at Johnson Boat Works in 1940. At right: Jason Brown accepts the People’s Choice Award from Joe Soucheray for himself and Pete Sampair for the “Queen Mary.”

Other awards included: Favorite Inboard Award: Bob and Sue House of Nisswa: 1947 Century Seamaid, 19 feet, with a 140 hp Fireball Six engine.

Favorite Outboard Award: Roger Ocel of White Bear Township: 1957 Larson Falls Flyer, 14 feet, with a 1957 Evinrude 35 hp engine.

Favorite Paddle/Row Boat Award: Rob Engstrom of Shell Lake, Wis: 2015 Homebuilt Guide Row Boat, 15 feet (built with the redwood siding from his neighbor’s house).

Favorite Sailboat: Fletcher Driscoll, Dellwood: 1962 Johnson X Class Sailboat, 16 feet.

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Marathon in memory of lost brother-in-law

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Carissa Carroll, her husband and his parents drove a long six hours to Chicago after hearing Andrew Carroll – Carissa's brother-in-law – was in critical condition after falling at the Chicago O'Hare airport in January. He died two days later. The fall was an attempt to take his life.

Later Sally and Bill Carroll – Andrew's parents – got something in the mail. It was Andrew's Grandma's Marathon registration. Bill asked if Carissa would consider running in place of Andrew. Carissa had run marathons in the past but not since she had three children. Carissa texted her running partner Katie Bjorklund and they started training for the marathon.

Andrew played hockey at the University of Minnesota-Duluth as a four-year captain. After his time playing at Duluth, he went on to play professional hockey. Running the marathon in Duluth, a city and place where Andrew was known and loved, was emotional for Carissa.

“Going up to Duluth to run the marathon for him was fun and special because Andrew loved Duluth,” she said.

Carissa has run eight marathons in the past but training for Grandma's Marathon had a different feeling because of the circumstances.

“The training provided a time of reflection and healing,” Carroll said. “When you run in honor of someone, you keep in mind who that person was. Out of all the marathons I ran, this one felt like it had greater purpose.”

Bjorklund remembers getting a text from Carissa asking if she would be willing to run with her. Bjorklund panicked inside because she felt she was not in the greatest shape and they would already be a month behind in training.

“I thought about it for a couple minutes and decided that it's not really about me and it would be good for her if we ran this marathon together,” Bjorklund remembered.

Both women got sick during training. Carissa was battling the flu and Bjorklund had pneumonia. Still, after five months of training and getting a late start, they were ready to run Grandma's Marathon.

The pair ran with an AC20 logo on their running uniform to honor Andrew. AC are his initials and 20 was his hockey number at the University of Minnesota-Duluth. People at the marathon would recognize the logo and know it was Andrew's group.

In Duluth, Andrew was known as a hockey player and a hard worker. After his hockey days were over he wanted to run a marathon. He ran the Twin Cities marathon last October, and Carissa laughed remembering how he went out way too fast at the beginning and was practically shuffling at the end. He wanted to try it again and with Grandma's Marathon being in Duluth, it made a perfect match.

“The whole time it did not feel like real life,” Bjorklund said. “My husband Tyson and Carissa's husband Chris rode on some of Andrew's bikes to follow us around at the marathon and it felt wrong like he should've been here, not us.”

Andrew was working as a physical education teacher at Magnuson Christian School in White Bear Lake when he died.

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Carissa Carroll, right, of Shoreview, and friend Katie Bjorklund completed the Grandma’s Marathon together after learning Carroll’s late brother-in-law had registered for the marathon before he died by suicide in January.

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The late Andrew Carroll ran the Twin Cities Marathon in October 2017. He was a physical education teacher at Magnuson Christian School in White Bear Lake.

“We remember Andrew as humble, unassuming, coachable, polite and encouraging,” said School Director Cheri Buelow. “He was a gentle giant of a man.

Andrew knew the meaning of hard work. He had a heart for helping people. He loved to joke around with the students and always asked them about how they were doing in the sports they played.”

The school held a Mr. Carroll Day in May when they planted a tree in his honor.

“Everyone at Magnuson loved Mr. Carroll,” Buelow said. “We miss him so much.”

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Three Bear golfers play state tournament White Bear Lake had three golfers — Jake Paulson, Joseph Frattalone, and Isabella Hage — participating in the state Class AAA tournament June 12-13 at Bunker Hills in Coon Rapids. Paulson, a junior, placed 32nd, shooting 73-78- 151. Frattalone, a freshman, shot 84-83-167, placing 81st. Hage, a senior, shot 85-87-172, placing 43rd. Hage, who qualified for state by placing second in the section, averaged 88 for the season. Paulson placed fourth and Frattalone 11th in the sectional.

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Mahtomedi junior claims state trapshooting title with perfect score

BY CONRAD ENGSTROM PRESS INTERN

Shane Sullivan was having a perfect day on the range in the trapshooting class 7A state tournament June 17. He had shot 98 targets in a row and needed only two more to get a perfect 100 out of 100 and most likely take the state title in trapshooting. As he put his shell in his 12-gauge Benelli for the 99th shot, his action did not close all the way and when he pulled back his shell fell out. He had to put it back in, messing up his rhythm.

“Probably the worst time for that to happen because there was only one more shot after that,” Sullivan said.

Coach Bob Goebel, too nervous to watch Sullivan near the end of his round, had his back turned.

“I was not facing the field and I heard a sigh and asked one of the parents, ‘was that a good sigh or a bad sigh?’” Goebel said.

Sullivan hit his 99th shot making it 99 in a row and then nailed his 100th making his state tournament round a perfect one. Goebel jumped around for joy, Sullivan’s parents had wide smiles and his teammates were giving high-fives knowing Sullivan’s performance in the state tournament was special.

“I did not feel as nervous, which was good because those last shots I usually do get nervous,” Sullivan said.

Each athlete at the state tournament shoots four 25 rounds of targets, making your score out of 100. Sullivan’s best round of 25 before the state tournament was 23. Having never before shot a perfect 25 out of 25, and then pulling out four in a row on the biggest stage even surprised Sullivan.

Sullivan, who lives in Hugo, just finished his junior year at Mahtomedi High School. His love for trapshooting comes from his love of the outdoors and guns. He played other sports like football and hockey, but his bad ankles made him stop. He had surgery

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Shane Sullivan ready to go at the 7A state trapshooting tournament with his 12-gauge semi-automatic Benelli Montefeltro shotgun.

on his left ankle in the fall.

His performance in the state tournament tied him for first with Kyle Dupont of St. Michael-Albertville High School as the only two athletes to have perfect scores.

Mahtomedi as a team shot 482 out of 500, which was good enough for fourth place in class 7A. In all the classes, 482 out of 500 ranks Mahtomedi 16th overall. Goebel has been Mahtomedi’s trapshooting coach for all six years of its existence and he said it was the best state tournament they’ve had as a team.

Eleven of Mahtomedi’s athletes got 24 out of 25 on a round and 11 athletes had a perfect 25 out of 25 with Sullivan claiming the only perfect 100 out of 100 in his four rounds.

“Getting in a rhythm was big

for me and I think it helped a lot of people on our team because we had a lot of 25s,” Sullivan said.

Before Sullivan, the best a Mahtomedi shooter had done was 75 in a row and only once did someone score a perfect 50 after their first two rounds. Sullivan’s four perfect rounds shattered that school record.

He hopes to repeat as champion his senior year. After that, Sullivan has interest in studying aviation in college at either the University of North Dakota or Minnesota State University, Mankato.

His coach described Sullivan as “very coachable.”

“Shane is such a humble, modest kid,” Goebel said. “He gets along with everyone on the team.”

What’s your goal this year?

I’d venture to say that the majority of golfers have a specific number in mind when discussing their goals for the year. Like breaking 100, 90 or 80 for the first time. A score is not a goal. A score is an outcome of everything that happens during a 4 ½ hour round of golf. If your score Tee Time is the only goal, what happens when you shoot high numbers on the first Betsy Larey six holes? You probably give up, and then spend the next 12 holes sulking as you finish your round. Wouldn’t it be more enjoyable if you could come up with goals that you could actually attain?

When I meet a player for the first time, we talk about what their issues are and if there’s anything specific they want to work on. By far, the majority of golfers think they have a bad swing and need help. Once in a while I’ll get someone who says “I don’t hit the ball that bad, but I just can’t break 100.” If that sounds like you, think about your rounds and see if there isn’t a consistent pattern.

What I find is often times is that player doesn’t hit greens in regulation (get on in 3 on a par 5, 2 on a par 4 and 1 on a par 3). If that’s you, why wouldn’t you spend the majority of your energy and practice time on that short shot to the green?

I have a number of players who have come to that conclusion, and carve out practice time hitting shots from 75 yards in. If your practice area can’t accommodate that option, I think you should try to find one that

does. If you can get on the green on that shot and two putt, you shoot 90.

If you’re averaging more than two putts per hole, then obviously your putting needs attention. I believe that the majority of poor putters use their hands and arms (and many times their body) to make the stroke instead of their shoulders. It’s really difficult to control your distance if you putt that way. The other factors that will affect your putts include grip pressure and tempo.

So where do you start if you’re not sure what your issues are? I am a believer in going back to the basics, so let’s start with practice sessions. Instead of just beating balls on the range, why not have your practice time resemble real golf? That would mean hitting a ball with your driver, then switching to a fairway wood, a hybrid or iron, and then a short wedge. Play 18 holes on the range. Make sure you have a specific target for every shot. Then head to the practice green and play a 9 hole round with a chip/pitch, then try to make the putt. Take a notebook with you and track where your shots go. I guarantee you will see a pattern.

How about working on your alignment? I truly think that the majority of mid to high handicap golfers are not properly aligned to their target.

What could be more basic than keeping your eye on the ball? Surprisingly, a lot of people just don’t do it.

When I’m working with clients who have a hard time making consistent ball contact, I have them turn the ball up so they have to read the word on it, not just look at the ball.

Have you ever thought much about having a strategy when you play? That would include things like having a specific side of the fairway that you want to land in, teeing it up on the side of trouble as to avoid hazards, playing one more club on every shot, staying within your game and avoiding shots you might not be able to pull off, paying attention to your distance control on all of your long putts and more.

One of my favorites is the concept of being target focused. By that I mean on every shot the last thing you do before you take the club away is turn your head and stare at the target for three to five seconds. It’s really funny but a lot of golfers don’t even look at the target once they get over the ball. What a mistake that is.

These suggestions are just a few of the things that you have control over. Why not pick one or two and try it for two weeks? At the very least, you would start to become more process focused vs. score focused.

The only thing you have to do is commit on every single shot. Make a check on your card to make sure you did it. If you find that these help improve your game, I’d love to hear from you.

Betsy Larey is an LPGA Class A Teaching Professional who has taught adults and juniors for years. She teaches at Keller Golf Course in St Paul and Shadow Ridge range in Lino Lakes. She has taught at the PGA Tour Academy in St Augustine Florida and has coached at Carleton College and Flagler College. For lessons, you can reach her directly at betsylareygolf@gmail.com or call 651-470-2297.

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Sailing school has new waterfront director

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Olivia Staruck remembers her first sailing race fondly. She was a freshman in high school and the White Bear sailing team went to Wisconsin for the race. The rain that day made for windy conditions and first-time racer Staruck tipped and fell out of her sailboat into the freezing waters.

“Despite that being my first racing experience,” Staruck said, “when most would have quit, it made me want to get better. I was thinking to myself that this will never happen again.”

Now, Staruck is taking over as new waterfront director at the White Bear Yacht Club for the summer after just finishing up her sophomore year at UW-Madison.

A White Bear Lake graduate, she spent most of her summers sailing and competing. She competes on the UW sailing team as well, going to nationals the last two years. Next year she will be team co-captain.

“I think that Olivia will do great as captain,” said Hayden Frentzel, co-captain of the UW-Madison sailing team. “She is a very welcoming person, which will serve her well in coordinating with others, and rallying the team to practice hard.”

This is not Staruck's first summer working the waters of White Bear Lake. She's worked summers at the White Bear Yacht Club for the past three years, but this summer she takes on a bigger role.

“I hope to make our race teams grow in size,” she said.

“We have a lot of upcoming sailors that I hope will race for the future. I also hope to increase the number of kids

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Olivia Staruck is the new waterfront director at the White Bear Yacht Club. She just completed her sophomore year at UW Madison, where she competes on the sailing team.

Olivia with her UW sailing team partner Charlie Kutschenreuter. She will be co-captain of the team next year.

who continue to come out and sail. This is a sport you can do when you're six years old and when you're 80. I want to make sure kids fall in love with the water.”

The White Bear sailing school competes against teams like Lake Minnetonka, Wayzata and Lake Calhoun sailing schools. The season started June 11 and will go until the first week of August.

“We have kids who race competitively and kids who

just race for fun,” Staruck said.

Passion and patience are two traits that a good sailor must have, according to Staruck. Like any sport, if someone is committed and dedicated to it that is important in improving your skills. Sailing is no different.

“Sailing is not something that comes naturally to a lot of people so putting in the work when it seems challenging is important,” she said.

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Zephyr gets MVP nod for state baseball champs

BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR

Charlie Bartholomew was named Most Valuable Player of Mahtomedi’s state champion baseball team and headed a list of five all-conference players, announced coach Robert Garry.

Bartholomew, senior catcher, batted 0.379, drove home 16 runs, and anchored a very efficient Zephyr defense with expert handling of pitchers and a

rifle arm that curtailed opponents’ base running.

Also named all-conference were Austin Jerylo (senior, P-3B), Sam Jenson (sr OF), Jamie Berg (senior, OF) and Henry Laue (senior, 1B).

Getting honorable mention were Leo Bustos (sophomore, P-LF), Adam Devore (senior, DH) and Carter Shook (senior, SS).

Jenson got the team awards for top rookie and most improved. Alex Ganz

(senior OF) was named teammate of the year. Laue got the coaches award.

Named to the all-state tournament team were Bustos, Jerylo and Berg.

Mahtomedi was state Class 3A champion, after winning Metro East Conference and Section 4AAA crowns, and had a 21-4 record.

Berg and Jenson each hit .413 to lead the team. Berg was 31-for-75 with 15

RBI’s and led with 22 runs. Jenson was 19-for-46 with 11 RBI’s. Jerylo hit .333 and led with 22 RBIs and two homers.

Devore hit .383 with 11 RBI’s. Laue hit .328 with 12 RBI’s and led in extra-base hits with a homer and nine doubles.

Andrew Murphy had just 22 at-bats but got nine hits for a .409 average. Grant Taival had a 4-1 pitching record, 0.93 ERA, and 31 strikeouts in 43 innings.

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Mahtomedi catcher Charlie Bartholomew receives plaudits from teammates and coach Robert Garry after making a nice catch of a foul ball during the state championship 5-1 win over Rocori.

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Mahtomedi’s Determan posts strong 2:53 at Grandma’s Marathon

Michael Determan finished in the top five percent of runners at Grandma’s Marathon on Saturday, June 16 leading eight Mahtomedi residents. Determan, 39, covered the 26.2 miles from Two Harbors to Duluth in 2:53:31, which ranked 183rd among 3,334 men, and 36th of 454 in his age/gender group.

Others with Mahtomedi addresses among 6,107 finishers were Amy Determan, 39, in 4:02:38; Alexis Miller, 22, in 4:05:16; Jason Semerad, 45, in 4:42:45; Jami Jacobus, 47, in 4:43:22; Roger Felde, 67, in 4:44:32; Brian Wallenta, 32, in 5:13:32; and Mackenzie Crumb, 22, in 5:26:24.

WHITE BEAR SPORTS BRIEFS Price is Bear softball team’s top hitter, MVP

Emily Price was named MVP of the White Bear Lake softball all team after leading the Bears with a .419 batting average, 26 hits, and three home runs.

Price and Kari Breuer, both juniors, were named to the all-conference team.

Seniors Parker Nordstrom and Hannah Donahue got honorable mention. Breuer was also named to the all-section team.

Bear team awards went to Price (top offensive player), Breuer (top defensive player), Mady Peterson (hardest worker) and Beth Lilygren (Team Bear Award).

The Bears had a 6-13 record.

Lahren leads 10 White Bear Lake marathoners at Duluth

Chris Lahren was the top finisher among 10 White Bear Lake residents at Grandma’s Marathon on Saturday, June 16. Lahren, 32, ran the 26.2 miles from Two Harbors to Duluth in 3:18:44, which ranked 585th among 3,334 men, and 75th among 392 in his age/gender group.

Others from White Bear Lake among 6,107 finishers were Nicholas Oczak, 19, in 3:28:42; Zachary Nelson, 35, in 3:49:52; Laura Hansen, 60, in 4:24:32; Katherine Hawks, 42, in 4:32:14; Sam Kiss, 23, in 4:42:36; Thomas Haschke, 54, in 4:48:24; Kristin Martinez, 35, in 5:41:50; Carol Crockett, 56, in 6:10:52; and Kathryn Piha, 36, in 6:15:34.

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Name change for new neighborhood

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WHITE BEAR TOWNSHIP — A proposed development isn’t even built yet and it already has a new name: Three Oaks of White Bear Township.

The neighborhood formerly known as Cambridge Downs is a 28 single-family, single-home development east of Centerville Road and north of County Road H-2.

During its regular meeting June 18, the Town Board approved a development agreement with the developer, North Oaks Company, LLC, and received and awarded bids for utilities and street work within the subdivision right-of-way.

The bid was awarded to EJM Pipe Services for $1.1 million to do the work with a fi nal completion date of Oct. 26, 2018.

The development agreement includes plans to construct a short segment of roadway connection from Centerville Road and Peterson Road and a short cul-de-sac to the north. The project is awaiting approval from Ramsey County to install a 100-foot turn lane and utilities. The developer is paying for the improvements; there will be no assessments.

The developer will also deal with landscaping and signage for the development.

Homes will be marketed to people 55 years or older, with a price point around $400K plus.

Proposed lots are 70 feet wide and average 13,000 square feet. Homes will have three bedrooms, with 1,600 feet on the main floor. Half will have basements.

In other action at the June 18 meeting, the board: • Held a public hearing to approve a home remodel and garage replacement for 2360 Hoxie Ave. The plan is to add a second story to the home and reconstruct and relocate the property’s garage.

• Held a public hearing to allow the construction of a 12 by 40 foot porch on the east side of the home at 5433 Ridgeway Ave. • Received bids and awarded contracts for the rehabilitation of lift station no. 10 to Lametti and Sons, Inc. for $330,300 and for TKDA to perform construction observation for an amount not to exceed $49,600. The funding will come from the water fund. The rehabilitation includes having the control panel replaced, replacing the bituminous driveway with concrete, and cleaning and lining the force main. The project will be done by the beginning of December.

• Approved the hiring of Timothy Cunningham for a public works maintenance position. The board authorized replacing the vacant position on April 16.

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COMMUNITY BRIEFS Scouts hold annual uniform drive

Pilgrim Dry Cleaners and the Northern Star Council team up every July to collect uniforms for youth who cannot afford to purchase one to join Scouts. This year marks the 11th annual Scouting for Uniforms drive.

The blue Cub Scout shirts are the most needed, but all pants, shirts and accessories can be donated and are appreciated. From July 1 through July 31, uniforms can be donated at any of the 26 Pilgrim Dry Cleaners locations.

Since the drive began in 2007, more than 4,000 uniforms have been repurposed through this campaign. To find a Pilgrim Dry Cleaners location near you visit www.pilgrimdrycleaners. com For those who don’t have a uniform, but still wish to contribute, checks for monetary contributions can be made out to “Northern Star Council

CHURCH BRIEFS BSA” and dropped at Pilgrim Cleaners or mailed to: Pilgrim Cleaners, Attn: Uniform Drive, 3217 85th Ave N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55443. Online donations can be made at: www.NorthernStar.org/Uniform-Drive

Golf for cancer research

Registration is open for the 7th annual Zachary NF Cancer Research Fund golf tournament. This year's event will again be held Monday, Aug. 6 at Dellwood Country Club.

The benefit supports the world class research of Dr. David Largaespada and staff as they search for cures of neurofibromatosis (NF) and cancer at the University of Minnesota. It is named after Zac Bartz, a boy who lost his battle with cancer in 2013 at age 11.

The tournament is hosted by Mahtomedi Liquor Barrel. To register, go to www.zacharynfresearchfund.com.

NORTHEAST METRO 916 WHITE BEAR LAKE, MINNESOTA BOARD NOTES MAY 2, 2018 The regular meeting of the School Board of Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District was held on Wednesday, May 2, 2018, at 6:00 p.m. at Bellaire School and the following business was transacted.

Meeting Called to Order The meeting was called to order by Chair Ptacek at 6:01 p.m.

Roll Call of Attendance Members present: Timm-12, Delvo-14, Kelly-15, Forsberg-16, Oksnevad-282, Sager-621, Livingston-622 (left at 7:05 p.m.), Chapman-624, Olson-831, K. Schwartz-833, and Ptacek-834. Members absent: Palmer-13, Azer-623, and J. Schwartz-832. Also present: Connie S. Hayes, superintendent.

Approval of Agenda Adopted the agenda as posted, limited discussion to the approved agenda, and accepted the list of items proposed for consent adoption.

Board Calendar Dates • Thursday, May 17, 2018 – ALP/CAP Graduation at 6:00 pm in the Capitol Room at Capitol View Center • Thursday, May 17, 2018 – South Campus/WELS-South Graduation at 7:00 p.m. in the Capitol Room at Capitol View Center • Thursday, May 31, 2018 – Bellaire Education Center/WELS-North Graduation at 4:00 p.m. in the cafeteria at Bellaire School • Wednesday, June 6, 2018 – School Board meeting at 6:00 p.m.

• Thursday, June 7, 2018 – Area Learning Center Graduation at 6:00 p.m. at Metro Heights Academy • Tuesday, June 12, 2018 – 916 Education Foundation 31st Annual Golf Tournament at Indian Hills Golf Club in Stillwater • Wednesday, June 20, 2018 – School Board work session at 4:00 p.m.

Questions and/or Comments from Citizens Present on Non-Agenda Items None Presentation: Hazelden Kate Roselle, addiction prevention specialist, gave the school board an overview of the partnership Northeast Metro 916 has had for the last two school years with the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. The goal of this partnership is to meet student needs with regard to substance abuse and addiction treatment.

Presentation: Quora Construction Update Jamin Wood, facilities and operations manager, updated the school board on the construction of Quora Education Center, which is still proceeding according to anticipated timelines. ALC summer school will be held in Quora in May, and administrative offices will move to the building in summer 2018.

Video Presentation: Staff Appreciation Video-Pankalo The school board viewed a short video featuring the students from Pankalo Education Center thanking staff for their hard work throughout the school year.

Presentation: Revised FY’18 Budget Kim Eisenschenk, director of finance, shared the final revised budget for the FY18 school year, which includes updated revenues and expenditures.

She responded to a question on where the contract settlements appear in the fund balances, and heard concerns about member district late notice of increases in tuition, spending fund balances for ongoing costs like salaries, and a comment about not having to deficit spend to pay for a contract.

Discussion: Request for Dyslexia Services The school board discussed a resolution passed by the Stillwater school board requesting that Northeast Metro 916 explore options for offering services that serve students who have dyslexia.

Erin Florin, a concerned community member, read a statement encouraging 916 to provide this needed service.

Leaders from 916 will meet with special education directors in June to assess interest in pursuing this service, along with curriculum coordinators.

There was legislation passed last year and MDE now has a dyslexia specialist hired.

Dissemination of Superintendent Evaluation Tool The school board received a tool that they will use to evaluate the performance of Superintendent Hayes. The tool is due by May 31. The board chair will provide a summary of this evaluation at the August board meeting.

Superintendent’s Report Superintendent Hayes shared information on: (a) Employee Recognitions; (b) The Hills Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF); (c) Leadership Cohort; (d) School Resource Officers (SROs); (e) School Safety; (f) Mahtomedi School Board Presentation; (g) ARIS Expansion; (h) Operations Cabinet; (i) Safety Committee; and (j) New Vans for Inter-District Transportation.

Member Livingston left at this point in the meeting.

Closed Session In accordance with Minn. Stat. § 3D.03, entered into closed session for the purpose of discussing negotiations strategy at 7:50 p.m. Reconvened the meeting at 8:58 p.m.

Approval of the Consent Agenda Approved the consent items, accepted as part of the approval of the agenda, consistent with the recommended actions presented by the administration.

Approval of Minutes Payment of Bills and Acknowledgment of Wire Transfer Report Personnel (Resignation, Employment, Adjust Hours/FTE, Leave of Absence, Transfer, Reassignment) Approval of Joint Purchasing Agreement Approval of Joint Powers Agreement for Data Sharing among Ramsey County and the City of St. Paul with St. Paul Public Schools and Northeast Metro 916 Last month the Board heard a presentation from the Ramsey County Attorney on a Community Innovation Project. As part of this project, Ramsey County is requesting that Northeast Metro 916 be a part of a Joint Powers Agreement that would allow for the sharing of juvenile justice data. The intent of this program is to gather student data and other related juvenile justice data in order to derive predictors that lead to contact with the justice system.

Volunteers sought for water steward program

The Vadnais Lake Area Water Management Organization (VLAWMO) is partnering with the Freshwater Society to host two Master Water Stewards for the 2018-2019 cohort. Stewards complete 40 hours of training led by the Freshwater Society, then work with their host site (VLAWMO) to plan and implement a local water quality project. Upon completion of this capstone project, stewards continue to volunteer annually with the watershed organization. Volunteer activities are a blend between volunteer interests and the needs of the watershed. A volunteer information session will be held at 6 p.m. July 18 at the Vadnais Heights City Hall. Visit vlawmo.org or call 651-204-6070 for more information.

Entered and agreed to the provisions of the presented Joint Powers Agreement which contains the covenants and mutual agreements pursuant to Minn. Stat. §§ 471.59 and 13.02, Subd. 18, which establishes a joint powers board.

Renewal: Property, Casualty, Liability and Errors & Omissions Insurance This is the seventh year for our school district to be insured by Hanover Insurance Company. The proposal represents a decrease in premium of $2,546, 84 or 2.17 percent from FY18. However, when Quora is opened this year, we will need to add the property insurance coverage to that site and remove Capitol View. The building change is not currently reflected in the rate proposal.

Renewed the Property, Casualty, Liability and Errors & Omissions insurance with the Hanover Insurance Group for a premium of $114,784.61 for the period of May 1, 2018 through May 1, 2019.

Acceptance of Workers’ Compensation Insurance Proposal For the fourth year in a row, our mod factor for Workers’ Compensation has decreased. For this renewal, the decrease has improved from 2.30 to 2.13. This is based on the 2014, 2015 and 2016 school years. Although our mod rate decreased, our premium increased by $42,216.00 or 7.62 percent.

Although the mod factor did improve, workplace injuries are something we continue to focus efforts on, and are developing strategies to decrease the number and severity of the instances district-wide.

Accepted the proposal from State Fund Mutual (SFM) to provide workers’ compensation insurance for the period of May 1, 2018, through May 1, 2019, for a premium of $596,432.00.

FY’19 Budget Assumptions The administrative staff of Northeast Metro 916 are working on developing the financial budget for the next fiscal school year. Assumptions are a key driver for projections and need to be determined before meaningful work can be performed in budget development.

Approved the 2018-19 financial assumptions for budget development for Northeast Metropolitan Intermediate School District 916 as presented.

Final Revisions to FY’18 Budget The District budget procedure provided the Board with two opportunities to review the district’s annual operating budget this year. Preliminary Board approval was obtained in June 2017. Below is a motion to approve final revisions to the FY18 budget, said modifications reflecting changes in revenue (i.e., grants, revised tuition) and in expenditures (i.e., salary contract projections and settlements, grants) which have occurred after the June approval.

Approved the final 2017-18 operating budget for Northeast Metropolitan Intermediate School District 916 as follows: Final Final Revenues Expenditures Career & Technical 01 Career & Technical $2,751,879 $2,911,809 04 Area Learning Center 4,624,136 4,296,969 Subtotal $7,376,015 $7,208,778 Special Education 02 Special Ed General $35,032,777 $34,934,614 30 Contract Srvs/Projects 7,691,756 8,523,802 Subtotal $42,724,533 $43,458,416 Post-Secondary Education 03 Agency Fund $13,342 $13,342 09 Career & Tech/SpEd Trust 45,970 45,970 10 Projects Federal 1,678,527 1,678,527 Subtotal $1,737,839 $1,737,839 District-Wide 08 District-Wide General $11,403,789 $11,725,299 08 Reserve for L-Term Fac Maint 373,100 376,133 08 Reserve for Q-Comp 819,000 687,000 20 Internal Service Fund 208,744 126,456 26 27

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Bldg Const – PEC, QEC Bldg Const – KB, PEC, QEC Subtotal GRAND TOTAL

181,000 4,821,850 $17,807,483 $69,645,870

$21,142,066 3,966,975 $38,023,929 $90,428,962

Resolution Discontinuing and Reducing Educational Programs and Positions Discontinued the following programs and positions, or portions thereof: .1 FTE Teacher, Honors Mentor Connection Resolution Relating to the Termination and Nonrenewal of the Teaching Contract of Long-Term Substitute Probationary Teachers Robyn Nooney, Autism Resource Specialist; and Amy Crumrine, Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing Resolution Relating to the Termination and Nonrenewal of the Teaching Contract of Probationary Teachers Caitlin Eide, Teacher, Emotional Behavior Disorders; Courtney Erlien, Teacher, Language Arts and Reading; Matthew Field, Teacher, Auto Mechanics; Laura Gunderson, Speech and Language Pathologist; Amy Hansen, Teacher, Autism; Jodi Larson, Teacher, Moderate to Severe Mentally Handicapped; Jamie Mair, Teacher, Autism; Kayla Maleitzke, Teacher, Emotional Behavior Disorders; Bryan Mulrooney, Teacher, Emotional Behavior Disorders; Amy Rodriguez, Teacher, Honors Mentor Connection; Alija Triviski, Teacher, Academic and Behavioral Strategist; Anna Warn, Licensed School Nurse; Caitlin Zabel, Teacher, Developmental Disabilities; and Angeles Valeria Lopez Torres, Teacher, Design & Digital Media (.2 FTE) Approval of Food Service Agreements Northeast Metro 916 contracts with our member districts to provide food services to the students in our programs located across multiple member districts.

Approved the food service agreements with Stillwater Area Public Schools ISD 834 for the 2018-19 school year for Pankalo Education Center and the Auditory/Oral Program.

Retirements (10+ Years) Accepted the resignation of Barbara Young, teacher, upon the occasion of

St. Andrew's Lutheran Church offers a free resource counselor for those experiencing difficult seasons on life’s journey. If you or a loved one are in need of someone to talk to, please contact Resource Counselor Heidi Lender at 651-762-9155 or hlender@saintandrews.org. There is no cost for this service.

Bulk food available

Community of Grace Lutheran Church will hold Fare for All 2 to 4 p.m. Friday, July 13. Fresh produce and frozen meat bought from wholesalers at deal prices will be available. Packages range in price from $10 to $25. The church is located at 4000 Linden St., White Bear Lake.

Outdoor worship and picnic

First Presbyterian Church of White Bear Lake will hold outdoor worship at Podvin Park 10 a.m.

July 15. A picnic will follow. Please bring a chair and side dish or dessert to share. The park is located at 1700 Ninth St., White Bear Lake.

her retirement, effective June 4, 2018. Barbara will have provided the school district with 16 years of service.

Designation of Identified Official with Authority for the MDE State Educational Record Review and Submission (SERVS) Financial System The Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) requires that school districts designate an Identified Official with Authority to comply with State Access Control Security Standard 1.0. The Identified Official with Authority (IOWA) is the only person who has the authority to sign legal documents on behalf of the organization. Now that a permanent director of finance is hired, the district will replace the superintendent with that official.

Authorized Kim Eisenschenk to act as the Identified Official with Authority for Northeast Metropolitan Intermediate School District 916.

Resolution Approving Long-Term Facility Maintenance Program Budget and Authorizing the Inclusion of those Projects in the District’s Application for Long-Term Facility Maintenance Program Revenue Approved a long term facility maintenance program budget for its facilities for the 2019-2020 school year in the amount of $125,895. The various components of this program budget were presented as Exhibit A are incorporated herein by reference and directed the administration to apply to the Commissioner of the Department of Education for approval.

Lease Amendment – Metro Heights Academy This lease amendment provides an extension to an existing lease space for Metro Heights Academy, a regional area learning center in Fridley. The new lease terms are for an additional 56 months.

Approved the lease agreement with Rice Creek Partners, LLC, for 10,028 square feet of space at 7110 University Ave NE, Fridley, for the period November 1, 2018 through June 30, 2023, with lease rates as follows: $11.09 per square foot 11/01/18 to 6/30/19; $11.37 per square foot 7/01/19 to 6/30/20; $11.65 per square foot 7/01/20 to 6/30/21; $11.94 per square foot 7/01/21 to 6/30/22; and $12.24 per square foot 7/01/22 to 6/30/23 Ratification of International Union of Operating Engineers Local 70 Contract A tentative settlement has been reached with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 70 consisting of 13 employees. The contract is proposed for a two-year time frame.

Motion failed due to a tie vote of 5:5 to approve a new contract for the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 70 for the period July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2019. On vote: aye—Timm, Forsberg, Oksnevad, Sager, Ptacek; nay—Delvo, Kelly, Chapman, Olson, K. Schwartz.

Ratification of 916 Administrative Support Staff Local 284 Contract A tentative settlement has been reached with the 916 Administrative Support Staff Local 284. The contract is proposed for a two-year time frame.

Motion failed due to a tie vote of 5:5 to approve a new contract for the 916 Administrative Support Staff Local 284 for the period July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2019. On vote: aye—Timm, Forsberg, Oksnevad, Sager, Ptacek; nay—Delvo, Kelly, Chapman, Olson, K. Schwartz.

Acceptance of Quote for Installation and Wiring at Quora Quotes were requested for the audio visual system wiring and installation of projection systems in Quora Education Center. Quotes were received from Tierney Brothers and RAV Technologies. This cost was not part of the original construction budget.

Accepted the low quote from Tierney Brothers Inc. in the amount of $73,768.55 for the audio visual system wiring and installation of projection systems in Quora Education Center.

Resolution Reinstating Reduced Educational Positions Reinstated the following position, or portions thereof: .2 FTE Teacher, Entrepreneurship and Digital Marketing Bid Award for Capitol View Center Pre-Demolition Asbestos and Hazardous Material Remediation Prior to demo of the existing Capitol View building, we are required by law to remove all of the hazardous materials including batteries (back-batteries in lighting), lighting ballast, circuit boards, asbestos, transformer oils, etc. Techtron Engineering Inc. helped us identify those hazards, create a project scope and schedule that works with the construction schedule, and solicit bids for the abatement project. Hazardous abatement is not part of the Quora construction budget, but is addressed in the Long-Term Facilities Maintenance budget. Bids were opened publicly on April 20 at Bellaire. The results of the bids were: Envirobate - $247,000; ECCO Midwest - $184,000; Environmental Plant Services - $374,700; Mavo - $235,367.

Accepted the low bid from ECCO Midwest in the amount of $184,000 for pre-demolition asbestos and hazardous material remediation for Capitol View Center.

Appointment of School Board and Other Representative to the Joint Powers Agreement with Ramsey County (and Others) Board The Joint Powers Agreement is formed with Ramsey County, the City of St. Paul and St. Paul Public Schools. The agreement provides that the school district has three members on the joint powers board including the superintendent, a school board member and another representative appointed by the school board. The JPA Board will meet at least quarterly and more if necessary. Each member on the JPA will serve a three-year term, or until the appointee is replaced by the school board when an employee or board member is no longer with the school district. The Northeast Metro 916 school board members that have school districts in Ramsey County are Mounds View, North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale, Roseville, and White Bear Lake.

Appointed Marre Jo Sager as the temporary school board representative to the JPA Board, with final action on the representative at a subsequent board meeting. Also appointed Dan Naidicz, director of special education, to the new JPA Board as he could be a valuable resource on content for decisions to be made by the JPA Board.

Board Forum Written reports were submitted by Members Olson, Ptacek, and Timm.

The Board noted that at this point everything is up in the air at the legislature.

Meeting Adjourned Adjourned the meeting at 9:51 p.m.

Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on June 27, 2018.

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CITY OF DELLWOOD ORDINANCE NO. 2018-01 REGARDING ADMINISTRATIVE CITATIONS & NOTICE OF VIOLATIONS Section 1. The Dellwood City Code is hereby amended to include the following ordinance summarized below: The City of Dellwood amended Section 30.16 of the City Code to specify procedures for issuing administrative citations and penalties as related to the enforcement of the city code. The procedures include the levying and collection of fines for uncorrected violations. The ordinance includes procedures for appealing administrative orders and citations. Also included are amendments to Section 30.11 related to fees that includes a graduated fine structure.

Section 2. The full ordinance will be in effect on the date of this summary publication.

Section 3. The full ordinance is available for review during regular office hours in the office of the City Clerk.

ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DELLWOOD THIS 12TH DAY OF JUNE, 2018.

Joanne Frane – City Clerk Published one time in the White Bear Press on June 27, 2018.

CITY OF DELLWOOD ORDINANCE NO. 2018-02 AMENDING THE SIGN ORDINANCE Section 1. The Dellwood City Code is hereby amended to include the following ordinance summarized below: The City of Dellwood amended Chapter 94 of the City Code regarding signs. The amendments include amendments to the definitions and performance standards related to the placement of signs within the City including prohibited signs, real estate signs, portable signs, and election campaign signs.

Section 2. The full ordinance will be in effect on the date of this summary publication.

Section 3. The full ordinance is available for review during regular office hours in the office of the City Clerk.

ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DELLWOOD THIS 12TH DAY OF JUNE, 2018.

Joanne Frane-City Clerk Published one time in the White Bear Press on June 27, 2018.

CITY OF MAHTOMEDI WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA NOTICE OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT HEARING ECHO LAKE AREA IMPROVEMENTS TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: NOTICE is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Mahtomedi will hold a public hearing and meet in the City Council Chambers at 600 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, Minnesota, at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 17, 2018 to consider the making of the following improvements in the 2019 Public Improvement Program. The scope of the improvements will be discussed and decided at the public hearing.

ECHO LAKE AREA IMPROVEMENTS This project includes street rehabilitation, storm sewer, watermain and sanitary sewer improvements along the following streets: • Ashley Lane • Dunbar Way • Prestwick Place • Barrington Place • Hillswick Place • Prestwick Terrace • Berwick Lane • Hillswick Terrace • Windsor Lane • Berwick Place • Iverness Place • Dunbar Knoll • Kilbirnie Way ESTIMATED COST OF PROJECT - $2,438,979. The estimated cost includes construction and overhead costs for the project. The overhead costs include funds for administration, legal, fiscal, engineering design, geotechnical exploration, preparation of plans and specifications, easement acquisition, field surveying, and inspection. The overhead costs are estimated at 28% of the construction cost. Given the scope of the project, a 10% contingency has been included. The estimated unit prices for construction costs are based on actual bid tabulations from recent local projects of similar scope. The project cost estimates reflect the estimated construction cost, which includes contractor costs for labor, equipment and materials. Estimated costs include all utility improvement costs associated with street reconstruction.

The lots proposed to be specially assessed are Lot 1 Block 1, Lot 10 Block 4, Lot 1 Block 5 and Lot 5 Block 10 all in Echo Lake Addition, and Lot 28 Block 1, Lot 1 Block 2, Lot 14 Block 2 and Lot 10 Block 3 all in Echo Lake 4th Addition. These 8 lots are generally described as corner lots with direct access to streets within the project area but also have frontage along either Long Lake Road or Lincolntown Avenue. The properties proposed to be specially assessed are more particularly described in the project feasibility study by address and/or by using Washington County property tax parcel identification information.

The project is proposed to be specially assessed against tax parcels abutting or with direct access to said improvements. The area, described above, will be subject to special assessment of the project costs pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429. The City’s Consulting Engineer will be present to describe the physical and financial impact of the proposed project as described in the project feasibility study and proposed plans and specifications.

Persons desiring to be heard with reference to the proposed improvements will be heard at said time and place of the public hearing. Written or oral objections will be considered at the public hearing.

The City’s assessment policy is on file with the City Clerk. The City’s assessment policy is immediately available for public inspection by contacting the City Clerk Mary Solie at City Hall, 600 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, Minnesota 55115, or by telephone at 651-426-3344.

The City’s project feasibility study will be on file with the City Clerk on or before the date of the hearing and said feasibility study will be available for public inspection by contacting the City Clerk Mary Solie at City Hall, 600 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi, Minnesota 55115, or by telephone at 651-426-3344.

The feasibility study includes the estimated cost of the improvement as recommended, a reasonable estimate of the total amount to be assessed, and a description of the methodology used to calculate individual assessments for affected parcels. Any updates on estimated assessment amounts will be available at the hearing together with the assessment methodology. A reasonable estimate of the total amount to be assessed and a description of the methodology used to calculate individual assessments for all affected parcels will be available at the hearing.

Mary Solie, City Clerk Published two times in the White Bear Press on June 27 and July 4, 2018.

CITY OF MAHTOMEDI WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA ORDINANCE NO. 2018-04 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 11, SECTION 11.01, 5., B., OF THE ZONING CODE RELATING TO ZONING MAPS THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MAHTOMEDI ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS: Section One. Amendment. The Mahtomedi Zoning Code is hereby amended to rezone the property described below from the current zoning designation of RR- Rural Residential Zoning District to the new zoning designation of R1-C – Low Density Residential Zoning District.

20.030.21.21.0035 20.030.21.21.0034 17.030.21.34.0048 17.030.21.34.0047 17.030.21.34.0051 17.030.21.34.0050 Section Two. Zoning Maps. The Zoning Maps of the City of Mahtomedi referred to and described in the Mahtomedi Zoning Code are incorporated by reference in Chapter 11, Section 11.01, 5., B., are so changed and shall not be republished to show the aforesaid rezoning, but the Clerk shall appropriately mark the said Zoning Maps on file in the Clerk’s Office for the purpose of indicating the rezoning hereinabove provided for in this Ordinance and all

of the notations, references, and other information shown thereon are hereby incorporated by reference and made a part of this Ordinance.

Section Three. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect upon its publication as provided by law.

Passed in regular session of the City Council on the 19th day of June, 2018.

CITY OF MAHTOMEDI Jud Marshal, Its Mayor Mary Solie, Its City Clerk Published one time in the White Bear Press on June 27, 2018.

CITY OF MAHTOMEDI NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that on July 11, 2018, 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, 600 Stillwater Road, the Mahtomedi Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to solicit public response to a request from Jay and Jessica Shortridge for a Conditional Use Permit for a side yard setback reduction in order to expand the existing attached garage at 65 Pine Street. The Planning Commission will make a recommendation regarding the proposed request to the City Council for their meeting to be held on July 17, 2018, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall.

Those persons having an interest in said meetings are encouraged to attend.

Scott Neilson, City Administrator Published one time in the White Bear Press on June 27, 2018.

CITY OF MAHTOMEDI NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that on July 11, 2018, 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, 600 Stillwater Road, the Mahtomedi Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to solicit public response to a request from Rick and Tara Meyer for a rear yard setback variance in order to construct a deck at 580 Eastgate Parkway.

The Planning Commission will make a recommendation regarding the proposed request to the City Council for their meeting to be held on July 17, 2018, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall.

Those persons having an interest in said meetings are encouraged to attend.

Scott Neilson, City Administrator Published one time in the White Bear Press on June 27, 2018.

CITY OF MAHTOMEDI PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Notice is hereby given that on July 11, 2018, 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, 600 Stillwater Road, the Mahtomedi Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to solicit public response to a proposal from Lake Area Discovery Center, on behalf of St. Jude of Lake Church, 700 Mahtomedi Avenue, for a conditional use permit amendment to allow up to 104 children in their daycare center. The Planning Commission will make a recommendation regarding the proposed request to the City Council for their meeting to be held on July 17, 2018 7:00 p.m. at City Hall.

Those persons having an interest in said meetings are encouraged to attend.

Scott Neilson, City Administrator Published one time in the White Bear Press on June 27, 2018.

CITY OF MAHTOMEDI NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that on July 11, 2018, 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, 600 Stillwater Road, the Mahtomedi Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to solicit public response to a request from Phillip Williams and Katherine Christopher for a minor subdivision in order to combine and divide the properties described as 250 Laurel Road and PID 20.030.21.21.0046 into two lots, and a variance from the minimum front yard setback requirement.

The Planning Commission will make a recommendation regarding the proposed requests to the City Council for their meeting to be held on July 17, 2018, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall.

Those persons having an interest in said meetings are encouraged to attend.

Scott Neilson, City Administrator Published one time in the White Bear Press on June 27, 2018.

NORTHEAST METRO 916 WHITE BEAR LAKE, MINNESOTA BOARD NOTES APRIL 4, 2018 The regular meeting of the School Board of Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District was held on Wednesday, April 4, 2018, at 6:00 p.m. at Bellaire School and the following business was transacted.

Meeting Called to Order The meeting was called to order by Chair Ptacek at 6:03 p.m.

Roll Call of Attendance Members present: Timm-12, Palmer-13, Delvo-14, Kelly-15, Forsberg-16, Oksnevad-282, Sager-621, Livingston-622, Azer-623, Chapman-624, Olson-831, J. Schwartz-832, and Ptacek-834. Members absent: K. Schwartz-833. Also present: Connie S. Hayes, superintendent.

Approval of Agenda Adopted the agenda as posted, limited discussion to the approved agenda, and accepted the list of items proposed for consent adoption.

Board Calendar Dates • Wednesday, April 18, 2018 – Program Visit to Pankalo Education Center from 9:00 am to 10:00 am, 8568 Eagle Point Boulevard, Lake Elmo, 55042 • Wednesday, May 2, 2018 – School Board meeting at 6:00 p.m.

• 2018 Graduation Schedule Questions and/or Comments from Citizens Present on Non-Agenda Items None Introduction of New Finance Director Superintendent Hayes introduced Kim Eisenschenk, our new director of finance. Kim shared that she had served as the business manager at Sauk Rapids-Rice for the last 12 years. Before Sauk Rapids-Rice, she served at Hutchinson and Dassel-Cokato school districts. She also worked as an auditor and accountant prior to working for school districts.

Presentation: Data Sharing John Choi, Ramsey County Attorney; Scott Williams, Ramsey County Deputy Manager for Safety and Justice; Ben Rosene, Ramsey County Assistant Attorney; and Toni Carter, Ramsey County Commissioner presented on their efforts to develop a new referral system that uses data-driven decisionmaking to transform the way our public systems work together in support of youth. By sharing data across agencies, they aim to improve youth connectedness to school, community, and caring adults, and help youth avoid contact with the justice system.

Presentation: Construction Update Gregg Dahlgren, interim business manager, presented the final construction costs for Pankalo Education Center in preparation for a vote the board will take next month on whether to authorize payment from Northeast Metro 916’s fund balance to cover the remaining balance. Member district business managers requested the district use this financial strategy in order to minimize costs to member districts and their constituents.

Approval of the Consent Agenda Approved the consent items, accepted as part of the approval of the agenda, consistent with the recommended actions presented by the administration.

Approval of Minutes Payment of Bills and Acknowledgment of Wire Transfer Report Personnel (Resignation, Employment, Adjust Hours/FTE, Leave of Absence, Transfer) Donations Resolution Recognizing 10-Year Employees Resolution Recognizing 15-Year Employees Resolution Recognizing 20-Year Employees Resolution Recognizing 25-Year Employees

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Resolution Recognizing 35-Year Employees Resolution Recognizing 40-Year Employees Approval of Joint Purchasing Agreement Bid Award – School Furnishings III – Sico America, Inc. Resolution Discontinuing and Reducing Educational Programs and Positions Discontinued the following programs and positions, or portions thereof: .2 FTE Teacher, Design & Digital Media .2 FTE Teacher, Entrepreneurship and Digital Marketing .6 FTE Teacher, Education & Human Services .3 FTE Teacher, Engineering Occupations Approval of Annual Review Policies Per Board Policy 208, the following board policies need to be reviewed annually at the March or April board meetings. During the month of March, each policy was reviewed by district administration and legal counsel, and it was determined that no changes are necessary to the existing policies. The identified policies can be viewed on the district web site.

• 410 – Family Medical Leave Policy • 413 – Harassment and Violence • 413F -Form: Harassment and Violence Report • 414 – Mandated Reporting of Child Neglect or Physical or Sexual Abuse • 414F Form: Mandated Reporting of Child Neglect or Physical or Sexual Abuse • 415 – Mandated Reporting of Maltreatment of Vulnerable Adults • 506 – Student Discipline • 514 – Bullying Prohibition Policy • 522 – Student Sex Nondiscrimination • 522F -Form: Unlawful Sex Discrimination Toward a Student • 524 – Technology Responsible Use Safety Policy • 616 – School District System Accountability • 806 – Crisis Management Acknowledged the review of the annual review policies (410, 413, 414, 415, 506, 514, 522, 524, 616, and 806) by district administration and legal counsel and the determination that no changes are necessary.

Approval of 2018-19 School Calendar The first draft of the 2018-19 school calendar was presented at the March board meeting. There have been a few minor changes made since that meeting: • All calendars – August 28 and 30 switched • Quora & Bellaire Calendar, and Special Ed & ALC Calendar – November 21 changed from “Licensed Staff – Site Determined Staff Development” to “Licensed Staff – No Meeting Day” • Career & Tech Calendar – February 15 changed from “All Staff – Site Determined Staff Development” to “Licensed Staff – No Meeting Day; Education Assistants – Site Determined Staff Development” Approved the 2018-19 Basic School Calendar as presented for the following programs and/or employees: Licensed Staff and Student Calendar Career & Technical Center Assessment Center, Bellaire Education Center, Project Return, Quora High School, WELS North, WELS South 916 Mahtomedi Academy, Aris, Auditory-Oral Program, East View Academy, Karner Blue, Metro Heights Academy, Pankalo, South Campus, Willows Approval of Amendment to Services Agreement with Comcast This is an amendment to our existing services agreement with Comcast to add Fiber services replacing our existing TIES supplied internet services at two sites, Metro Heights Academy and Karner Blue Education Center. This moves the board approved deployment of Comcast Fiber at these two sites forward by approximately one year.

Approved the updated contract to the Services Agreement with Comcast Cable Communications Management, LLC, at an additional monthly cost of $1,700, with an estimated service date of May 1, 2018 through June 30, 2021.

Reading of Service Award Resolutions At this point in the meeting, Chair Ptacek and Vice-Chair Forsberg read the resolutions recognizing 10, 15, 20, 25, 35, and 40 year employees.

Retirements (10+ Years) • Accepted the resignation of Diane Clausen, Administrative Assistant, upon the occasion of her retirement, effective 8/3/2018. Diane will have provided the school district with 21 years of service.

• Accept the resignation of Deborah Peterson, Due Process Specialist, upon the occasion of her retirement effective 9/28/2018. Deborah will have provided the school district with 26 years of service.

Approval of Change Order for Quora Education Center In August 2016, the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industries (MN DLI) requested a number of changes to the plans including items such as hardware changes on doors at egress and electrical changes for things such as emergency exit signs, emergency lighting devices, and fire signage. The initial estimate prepared was $77,906.98 to complete the changes. The architects for the project, LSE, challenged both the interpretation of the code as well as the cost associated with several of the scope items. After review of this over a period of many months, LSE conceded the interpretation, but was able to reduce the cost for the district. The current cost for the changes is now $56,521.06, for a savings of $21,385.92 from the original estimate to meet the MN DLI plan review comments. Since this was not part of the bid package, and because the cost exceeds the board’s threshold for board approval for contracts, this change order needs school board approval. The cost for this change order will be covered by the contingency fund.

Approved Contract Change Order #99.02 as presented in the amount of $56,521.06 for the Quora Education Center project.

Board Forum • MSBA Day at the Capitol was March 19. Member Forsberg reviewed legislation that has been introduced, some of which we would like to see happen and those we would not want to happen. It is most effective to contact the chair of committees. Member Ptacek shared resources related to the federal special education resolutions passed by Minnesota school districts and information on the special education cross-subsidy.

• AMSD – Member Delvo shared several resources from AMSD about the special education cross-subsidy.

• SEE – Member Ptacek noted that SEE organizes 2018 SEE Days at the Capitol on behalf of its member districts.

• Superintendents’ Report – Superintendent Hayes shared information on (a) Century Foundation Scholarship Celebration, (b) Employee Recognitions, (c) 916 Joint Powers Agreement Update, (d) Contract Negotiations, (e) Board Room Update, (f) Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility, (g) Legislation, and (h) MASA Board.

Meeting Adjourned Adjourned the meeting at 8:12 p.m.

Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on June 27, 2018.

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF RAMSEY DISTRICT COURT SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION COURT FILE NO. 62-TR-CV-18-31 NOTICE OF HEARING In re Thomas C. Buckley Living Trust YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that a hearing on the above-captioned matter will commence on July 30, 2018, at 2:45 P.M. on the Petition of George and Desa Zraick regarding their rights as qualified beneficiaries of the abovenamed trust. Notice hereof shall be given by publication at least 20 days before the hearing and by mail as provided by law by mailing a copy of this Notice of Hearing at least 15 days before the date of the hearing to the trustee of qualified beneficiaries pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 501C.0203.

DATED JUNE 19, 2018 /s/ Kelly Mickelson Deputy Court Administrator Published two times in the White Bear Press on June 27 and July 4, 2018.

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INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 624 WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN 55110 MINUTES MAY 14, 2018 Abbreviated Minutes-complete information available from the Superintendent’s Office or on-line at www.isd624.org.

A meeting of the White Bear Lake Area School Board was held on Monday, May 14, 2018, in Community Room 112 at District Center, 4855 Bloom Avenue, White Bear Lake, MN. PROCEDURAL ITEMS: Chair Mullin called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Roll Call – Present: Mullin, Newmaster, Wilson, Beloyed, Chapman, Ellison, Fahey. Ex-Officio: Kazmierczak, Student School Board Representative: Rensted. Pledge of Allegiance. Ellison moved and Newmaster seconded to approve the agenda as presented. Voice vote: all ayes. Motion carried. Beloyed moved and Wilson seconded to approve the consent agenda consisting of: approval of minutes of regular meeting of April 9 and work-study meeting of April 23; Payment of invoices based upon a random sample, all of which met the standards and guidelines as set by the Board; Passage of resolution regarding acceptance of gifts with thank you letters directed to the donors; Approve field trips; and Passage of resolution to approve personnel issues as recommended. Roll call vote: all ayes. Motion carried. PUBLIC FORUM – no speakers. INFORMATION ITEMS: 1) Recognize Student Liaisons to the School Board – Dr. Kazmierczak welcomed Ashley Rensted and Makena Pratt to the front and spoke on behalf of the School Board to commend and recognize them for their role as the 201718 Student Representatives on the School Board. Don Mullin, School Board Chair, presented each student with a gift bag. Kirk Schneidawind and Gregg Abbott from the Minnesota School Boards Association presented Ashley Rensted with a scholarship from MSBA. They issue two scholarships each year to a graduating senior who is a student representative to a school board. Sixty students throughout the State of Minnesota applied and we are proud that Ashley Rensted was selected to receive one of the scholarships this year. 2) Superintendent’s Report - Before the meeting the following were recognized: MN D.A.R.E. Statewide Poster Contest winner; MNSOTA Middle Level Honor Orchestra student; MBDA 6-8 All State Honor Band student; Middle School Honor Choir students; and National History Day students. Coffee with Dr. K is May 17 from 11:30 - 12:30 pm at Caribou Coffee on Highway 61. A complete list of graduation ceremonies is on the district website. An informational video of the Strategic Plan narrated by Cynthia Heaney is available on the district website. Student Report - Students have won awards in the Writenow! competition and the Visual Arts Contest hosted by the WBCA. Students performed a mock crash at South Campus. Prom was held on May 5th and students participated in walk-throughs at community nursing homes. Students will have the opportunity to walk through the halls of their elementary school in their cap and gown to inspire the younger students. The spring play “Antigone in Munich” is May 18, 19, 20. Information is on the district website. DISCUSSION ITEMS: 1) White Bear Lake Area Schools Career Pathways Update - Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning Sara Paul presented an update on the Construction, Manufacturing, IT, and Healthcare career pathways, summer opportunities, and looking ahead to next year. Also present were Teaching and Learning Coordinator Jill Pearson and Principal Don Bosch.

Career Navigators Jeremy Kerg and Jennifer Moore introduced the following students who shared how their involvement has accelerated them into college and career opportunities: Charlie Rupprecht (Manufacturing); Blake Gressen (Construction); Jordan Freund (IT); Phyllica Dehoop (Health). The presentation is available on the district website. OPERATIONAL ITEMS: 1) Wilson moved and Fahey seconded to approve discontinuing operating at both middle schools under the IB MYP framework. Roll call vote: ayes: Newmaster, Wilson, Beloyed, Fahey; nays: Mullin, Chapman, Ellison. Four ayes – three nays - Motion carried. 2) Ellison moved and Wilson seconded to approve continuing operating under the IB PYP framework at Matoska International. Roll call vote: all ayes, Nays – none. Motion carried. 3) Ellison moved and Chapman seconded to approve Policy 516, Student Medication; Policy 530, Immunization Requirements; and Policy 525, Violence Prevention, as recommended by the Policy Committee and Cabinet: Voice vote: all ayes, nays none. Motion carried. BOARD FORUM - Fahey reported that 360 students were recognized at the North Campus Awards ceremony and two North students won an essay writing contest sponsored by the Ramsey County Bar Association. Willow elementary has completed their plan for next year and is working on the details. A focus is literacy and each grade level will have a half hour of What I Need (WIN) time per day. Students will be assessed and grouped according to need and a team of approximately ten staff will provide interventions or extension activities. A school wide program The Leader in Me will be implemented. The goal for the year was to hand out 10,000 positive behavior awards and the number is currently 19,697. Ellison reported that the district is known throughout the state for its participation in National History Day. Mullin wished everyone a safe summer and encouraged everyone to read. ADJOURNMENT – Wilson moved and Mullin second to adjourn the meeting at 8:40 p.m.

Submitted by: Ellen Fahey, clerk Published one time in the White Bear Press on June 27, 2018.

INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 624 WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN 55110 MINUTES MAY 21, 2018 A work study session of the White Bear Lake Area School Board was held on Monday May 21, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. in Community Room 112 at the District Center, 4855 Bloom Avenue, White Bear Lake, MN. PROCEDURAL ITEMS: Call to order - Chapman called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Roll Call Present: Beloyed, Chapman, Ellison, Fahey, Mullin (absent), Newmaster, Wilson. Student Representative: Rensted. Ex-officio: Kazmierczak. Cabinet: Cooper, Daniels, Garrison, Maurer, Paul, Wald DISCUSSION ITEMS: 1) College Readiness Update - Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning Sara Paul, Teaching and Learning Coordinator Jill Pearson, Principal Alison Gillespie, teachers Susan Furtney and Brietta Hutson, and students Qiana Dukek, Yajaira Lansiquot, and Megan Gamradt reported on college-level courses available to students in Grades 9 - 12. Currently there are 19 AP courses, 18 College in the Schools courses, 4 Century in the High School Courses, and 4 Project Lead the Way courses. Also reported were developments for 2018-19 and beyond. The presentation is available on the district website. 2) SeeSaw at Elementary - Director of Technology Mark Garrison, Digital Learning Specialist LuAnne Oklobzija, teacher Nick Marty, and student Owen Howard reported on the use of SeeSaw at elementary as their digital parent communication tool. SeeSaw replaces Schoology K-5. The presentation is available on the district website. 3) Project Search Update - Director of Student Support Service Kathleen Daniels and Transition Education Center Student Support Supervisor Sara Derby reported on the first full year of Project Search and our partnership with Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare.

The presentation is available on the district website. 4) OPEB Trust with PFM - Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations Tim Wald and Director of Finance Tom Wieczorek presented a recommendation to move OPEB funds from Wells Fargo to PFM Asset Management. Donn Hanson and Jason Palmer from PFM shared information about their services. The presentation is available on the district website. 5) FY19 Preliminary Budget - Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations Tim Wald and Director of Finance Tom Wieczorek presented the preliminary FY19 and projected FY20, FY21, and FY22 budgets. The presentation is available on the district website. 6) Facilities Update: a) White Bear Sports Center Agreement - Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations Tim Wald, Director of Student Activities Brian Peloquin, and Hockey Coach Jerry Kwapick presented a recommendation that beginning in July 2018 the district enter into an agreement with City of White Bear Lake to lease ice time at the White Bear Sports Center for the girl’s hockey program. b) Comprehensive Facilities Update - Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations Tim Wald presented an update and proposed timeline for facilities planning. Wold Architects and Engineers will facilitate the planning process that may lead to a bond referendum. The presentation is available on the district website. 7) Follow up to International Baccalaureate (IB) Vote: Moving Forward - Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning Sara Paul reported on the framework that will guide the process of transitioning from the MYP at Middle School and continuation of the PYP at Matoska. The presentation is available on the district website. Wilson moved and Newmaster seconded to go into closed session at 7:52 p.m. Voice vote: all ayes. Motion carried. 8) Negotiation Study Session - This portion of the meeting may be closed to consider strategy for labor negotiations, includ-

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ing negotiation strategies or developments or discussion and review of labor negotiation proposals, conducted pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 179.A.01 to 179.A.25. Vice Chair Chapman reconvened the meeting at 8:00 p.m. Board members present: Beloyed, Chapman, Ellison, Fahey, Mullin (absent), Newmaster, Wilson. Administrators present: Superintendent Kazmierczak, Copper, Wald, Wieczorek. ADJOURNMENT - Wilson moved and Newmaster seconded to adjourn at 8:16 p.m. Voice vote: all ayes. Motion carried.

Submitted by: Ellen Fahey, Clerk Published one time in the White Bear Press on June 27, 2018.

INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 624 WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN 55110 MINUTES JUNE 11, 2018 Abbreviated Minutes-complete information available from the Superintendent’s Office or on-line at www.isd624.org.

A meeting of the White Bear Lake Area School Board was held on Monday, June 11, 2018, in Community Room 112 at District Center, 4855 Bloom Avenue, White Bear Lake, MN. PROCEDURAL ITEMS: Chair Mullin called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Roll Call – Present: Newmaster, Wilson, Beloyed, Chapman, Ellison, Fahey, Mullen. Ex-Officio: Kazmierczak. Pledge of Allegiance. Beloyed moved and Newmaster seconded to approve the agenda as presented. Voice vote: all ayes. Motion carried. Ellison moved and Wilson seconded to approve the consent agenda consisting of: approval of minutes of regular meeting of May 14 and work-study meeting of May 21; Payment of invoices based upon a random sample, all of which met the standards and guidelines as set by the Board; Passage of resolution regarding acceptance of gifts with thank you letters directed to the donors; Approve field trips; and Passage of resolution to approve personnel issues as recommended.

Roll call vote: all ayes. Motion carried. PUBLIC FORUM – no one spoke.

INFORMATION ITEMS: 1) Excellence in Financial Reporting Awards - Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations Tim Wald that we received an Excellence in Financial Reporting award from the Association of School Business Officials and the GPOA’s Certificate of achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting. The district has received these awards for eighteen consecutive years. 2) Superintendent’s Report - Before the meeting students were honored for representing the district in the MEGA Moody Math contest, Girls Golf, Boys Golf, Trap and Skeet Shooting, Girls Track, Boys track, and Archery. Congratulations to all our graduates and their families. Photos can be found on the district’s Facebook page. The “What it means to be a White Bear grad” video was recorded at Senior Walk during which seniors walked the halls of their former elementary school. Thank you to the 40 district retirees who served the district for a total of more than 858 years of service. Watch for our Writing Contest winners as they walk in the Manitou Days Parade. Their articles will be in the White Bear Press. Stop by the district’s Marketfest booth on Thursdays June 14 - July 26. Leadership meetings focused on the Strategic Plan are taking place this week and work will continue this summer and into the fall implementing change through a phased approach. Thank you to all students, families, community members, and staff for a terrific school year.

Additional information can be found on the district website. DISCUSSION ITEMS: 1) First Reading of School Board Policies: a) 404, Employee background Checks and 404.1, Form - Volunteers Criminal Background Checks, b) 420, Students and Employees with Communication or Infectious Diseases and 420, Procedures for policy 420, c) 507, Corporal Punishment, d) 513, Student Promotions, Retention, e) 703, Annual Audi, f) 706, Accepting of Gift, and g) 905, Advertising. Policies were reviewed and will be on the July 16 board agenda for a second reading. OPERATIONAL ITEMS: 1) Wilson moved and Chapman seconded to approve the fiscal year 2019 Preliminary Budget.

Roll call vote: all ayes, Nays: none. Motion carried. 2) Chapman moved and Newmaster seconded to approve the Joint Powers Agreement between the Ramsey County Children’s Mental Health Collaborative and the White Bear Lake Area Schools. Roll call vote: all aye, Nays: none. Motion carried. 3) Wilson moved and Ellison seconded to approve the OPEB Investment Agreement to transfer funds from Wells Fargo to PFM Asset Management. Roll call vote: all aye, Nays: none. Motion carried. 4) Ellison moved and Newmaster seconded to approve the dairy bid with Agropur, Inc. totaling an estimated $158,139.40 for the 2018-19 school year with the option to renew two additional years. Roll call vote: all aye, Nays: none. Motion carried. 5) Beloyed moved and Fahey seconded to approve acceptance of the Fuel Up to Play 60 and United Healthcare Nutrition Equipment grant in the amount of $10,000.

Roll call vote: all aye, Nays: none. Motion carried. 6) Chapman moved and Newmaster seconded to approve the property and casualty insurance package with the Minnesota Insurance Scholastic Trust (MIST) in the amount of $289,138 effective July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019. Roll call vote: all aye, Nays: none. Motion carried. 7) Wilson moved and Ellison seconded to accept the quote of $573,885 from Dakota Truck Underwriters for workers’ compensation insurance effective July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019. Roll call vote: ayes: Newmaster, Wilson, Beloyed, Chapman, Ellison, Fahey, Mullin. Nays: none. Motion carried. 8) Wilson moved and Fahey seconded to approve the proposed lead in drinking water testing plan. Roll call vote: all aye, Nays: none. Motion carried. 9) Newmaster moved and Chapman seconded to approve the resolution approving Northeast Metropolitan Intermediate School District No. 916’s Long Term Facility Maintenance Budget and Authorizing the inclusion of a proportionate share of those projects in the District’s application for Long Term Facility Maintenance Revenue as presented. Roll call vote: all aye, Nays: none. Motion carried 19) Newmaster moved and Fahey seconded to approve Marco’s bid totaling approximately $384,786.62 for a new phone system Roll call vote: all aye, Nays: none. Motion carried. BOARD FORUM - Mullin thanked all those involved in the organization of graduation. Kathleen Daniels was thanked for her years of service. Wilson thanked all retirees.

Newmaster commented on the diverse graduation celebrations each with their own unique style. Fahey reported on the AVID celebration held on May 24th.

Approximately 400 students are involved in this program at Central, Sunrise, North Campus, and South Campus. Two alumni of the program, Zac Villarreal and Farris Al-Humayani, spoke at the celebration. ADJOURNMENT - Wilson moved and Mullin seconded to adjourn at 8:36 p.m.

Submitted by: Ellen Fahey, Clerk Published one time in the White Bear Press on June 27, 2018.

RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA SOLICITATION OPPORTUNITIES Ramsey County releases solicitation opportunities on Onvia DemandStar its official web site as an alternative method of public notice pursuant to Section 331A.03 of the Minnesota Statutes. Individuals may go to the Onvia DemandStar section of the Ramsey County Purchasing Webpage www. co.ramsey.mn.us/ba/procure.htm to access registration information.

SOLICITATION: RFB-PRMG17267-KR OPENING DATE: JULY 19, 2018 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY SEEKS A PRIME CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE ALL SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT, MATERIAL, LABOR, AND INCIDENTALS TO PERFORM SALT STORAGE BARN REPAIRS FOR THE EAST/WEST SALT STORAGE BARN AT THE RAMSEY COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS FACILITY IN ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA 55112.

PRE-SOLICITATION RESPONSE CONFERENCE: RAMSEY COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS FACILITY LOCATED AT 1425 PAUL KIRKWOLD DRIVE, ARDEN HILLS, MN. JULY 09, 2018. 1:00 P.M. CST. SOLICITATION: RFP-PH555-15013/KB OPENING DATE: JULY 12, 2018 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY SEEKS A CONTRACTOR TO CONDUCT STATEWIDE HEALTH IMPROVEMENT PARTNERSHIP ACTIVITIES TO DECREASE USE OF AND EXPOSURE TO TOBACCO IN THE COMMUNITY. PRE-SOLICITATION RESPONSE CONFERENCE: 90 PLATO BLVD WEST, 2ND FLOOR, LILYDALE ROOM, ST. PAUL, MN 55107 JUNE 28, 2018. 3:00 PM CST. SOLICITATION: RFP-RCNH4924/KBB OPENING DATE: AUGUST 02, 2018 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY, THROUGH THE RAMSEY COUNTY CARE CENTER DEPARTMENT, SEEKS TO CONTRACT WITH ONE THERAPY PROVIDER TO PROVIDE PHYSICAL, OCCUPATIONAL AND SPEECH THERAPY SERVICES FOR CLIENTS AT THE RAMSEY COUNTY CARE CENTER LOCATION (RCCC).

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STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF RAMSEY SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS COURT FILE NO. 62-PR-18=515 Estate of Shirley Ann Keating, Decedent Notice is given that an application for informal probate of the Decedent’s will dated October 30, 2015 (“Will”), has been filed with the Registrar. The application has been granted.

Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Kathryn Keating, whose address is 1792 Florence Street, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 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 with the Court (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 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 months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred.

Dated June 13, 2018.

Laura J. Stevens, Registrar Michael F. Upton, Court Administrator Self-Represented Litigant: Kathryn Keating 1792 Florence Street White Bear Lake, MN 55110 Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on June 20 and 27, 2018.

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF RAMSEY DISTRICT COURT SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS COURT FILE NO. 62-PR-18-338 Estate of Patricia K. Andren, a/k/a Patricia Kathleen Andren, Decedent Notice is given that an application for informal probate of the Decedent’s Will dated October 22, 1981 (“Will”), has been filed with the Registrar.The application has been granted.

Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Melissa Andren, whose address is 3330 Arcade Street South, Vadnais Heights, MN 55127 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 with the Court (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 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 months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred.

Dated April 18, 2018 Laura J. Stevens, Registrar Michael F. Upton, Court Administrator Self-Represented Litigant: Melissa Andren 3330 Arcade Street South, Vadnais Heights, MN 55127 Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on June 27 and July 4, 2018.

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF RAMSEY DISTRICT COURT SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE COURT DIVISION NOTICE AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND FORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATVIE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS COURT FILE NO. 62-PR-18-537 In the Matter of the Estate of Joseph LaMar Zollinger, Deceased.

IT IS ORDERED AND NOTICE is given that on Tuesday August 7, 2018 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 June 18, 2015, and codicil dated N/A, and separate writing under Minn. Stat. § 524.2-513, dated N/A (“Will”) and for the appointment of Paul Kirton Zollinger, whose address is 2142 Arcade Street Maplewood, Minnesota 55109, 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.

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.

BY THE COURT Dated: June 19, 2018 By: Holly Piotrowski, Deputy Court Administrator Adam W. Heaton, Esq. 1740 4th Street #101 White Bear Lake, MN 55110 Attorney License No: 326835 Telephone: 651-967-7884 Fax: 651-967-0830 Email: aheaton@awh-law.com Published two times in the Vadnais Heights Press on June 27 and July 4, 2018.

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SCHOOL BRIEFS 524 graduates off on their way

White Bear Lake Area High School celebrated 524 graduates this year. At the ceremony, this year's student speakers were Leah Gebeke, Ryan Hall-Hunt and Yajaira Lansiquot. Each year, there are Bear Awards given to students who are selected by the White Bear faculty and administration. The 2018 Bear Award recipients were Connor Barton for academic achievement, Kaylie Rusler for leadership and Sydney Peterson for community service.

Walk for Water passed to new students

The Walk For Water event organized by local students Isabel Birkeland and Sydney Peterson the last two summers has been passed on to two other student philanthropists — Ivory Drusch and Lucy Guidinger.

The third annual Walk for Water will raise funds for the Palabek Refugee Settlement in Uganda. The walk will be held 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 11 at West Park in White Bear Lake. Registration begins at 6:30 p.m. After the 5K walk along Lake Avenue, participants will enjoy cake, refreshments, music and celebratory sparklers at West Park. To register or donate, go to lifecoreyoga.com/events and scroll down the page to find “WBL Walk 4 Water.”

Elementary school cuts water use

Matoska International Elementary School has been working on water conservation initiatives. The school received the first metro Soil and Water Conservation District campus groundwater conservation assessment,

WHITE BEAR AREA SENIOR PROGRAM Senior Center is located at 2484 East County Road F, White Bear Lake, 651-653-3121 Visit us online at www.whitebearseniorprogram. org

WHITE BEAR SENIOR CENTER parking lot will be under construction this summer. The Senior Center has moved temporarily to Matoska School from June 18 through August 8. Matoska School is south of the Senior Center at 2530 Spruce Place (off Bellaire Ave and County Road E). Our phone number remains the same 651-6533121. There will be NO Craft Corner Gift Shop and NO Library while we are at Matoska School. Fitness Classes will be held in the Matoska School Cafeteria.

Meals on Wheels will continue to operate out of the Senior Center.

WHITE BEAR SENIOR CENTER AND MEALS ON WHEELS will be CLOSED on Wed July 4th. Happy Fourth of July!!

UKULELE GROUP on Mondays, July 2, 9 and 16 from 10:00-11:30 at Matoska School. For all skill levels! Come early at 9:30 for some lessons on July 9 and 16. FREE

MEDICARE INSURANCE COUNSELING on Tues July 3 and July 17 from 9:00-Noon at Matoska School. Call ahead to schedule a private one-hour appointment for answers to your questions regarding Medicare, health insurance, supplements, or long-term care. Call 651-653-3121. FREE

NEW! SUMMER GARDEN CLUB at Matoska School every Tuesday from 9:3010:30. Come join us on any Tuesday to help keep the Matoska Gardens watered, weeded, and harvested! Produce will be donated to Giving Gardens.

COMPUTER AND TECHNICAL DEVICE HELP on Wed July 18 from 9:00-11:00am at Matoska School. One-onone assistance provided by White Bear Lake Library. No appointment needed. FREE

READERS GROUP on Monday July 23 at 10:00 at Matoska School.

SENIOR SURF DAY on Wed July 25 from 9:00-11:00 at Matoska School. Basic Computer and Internet class for adults who have little or no experience with computers. Registration required. Call 651-653-3121. FREE

FRIENDS WHO CARE SOCIAL GROUP. Wed from 1:00-2:15pm. July 4-No

with the help of students and staff members. After the findings were presented earlier this spring, the school made 16 inexpensive water-saving improvements within a week, which has started to save 664,797 gallons of groundwater (during the water fixtures' lifespans that were used to cut down on unnecessary water usage) and $3,109 for the district.

Looking for school AmeriCorps volunteers

Minnesota Alliance With Youth is currently looking for people to serve a term of service as an AmeriCorps Promise Fellow in White Bear Lake Area Schools for the 2018-2019 school year. The Promise Fellow will work one-on-one with sixth through 12th graders struggling with academics, attendance and school engagement to get them back on track for graduation. For more information visit www.mnyouth.net or call 651-528-8589.

Survey on district services for Latino families

White Bear Lake Area Schools Latino Cultural Liaison Briana Santoscoy is seeking input from Hispanic families on district services. To complete the survey, visit www.isd624.org or call 651-407-7625. Mientras llegamos al fin de este año escolar, estoy colaborando con el Departamento de Comunicaciones del Distrito Escolar de White Bear Lake para solicitar información que ayudará al distrito a servir a nuestras familias Latinas en la mejor manera. Utilizaremos la información que comparten para planificar la manera en que comunicaremos con nuestras familias Latinas durante el próximo año escolar 2018-2019.

boats for this fun event! For those over age 60.

No wheelchair accommodations. We are able to sign up 75 people. Bring a friend or a group of friends! Must register -call 651-653-3121. FREE

SENIOR CENTER MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS begin July 1. Annual Fee of $20 is good from July 1, 2018 until June 30, 2019.

Membership is required for those attending ongoing group activities at the Senior Center. The fees help offset coffee expense, supplies, and facility costs. Membership is open to everyone no matter where you live. FREE Memberships available for low income seniors -call 651-6533121. We appreciate your participation and support of the Senior Center!

AARP SMART DRIVER CLASSES All summer classes held at District Center, 4855 Bloom Ave, White Bear Lake. Pre-register 651653-3121 or whitebear.ce.eleyo.com

*4-HOUR REFRESHER COURSE: Tues July 10 from 8:30am-12:30pm; Thurs July 12 from 12:30-4:30pm; Wed July 18 from 12:30-4:30pm; Tues July 24 from 5:009:00pm. Cost is $25.00.

*8-HOUR FULL COURSE: Tues & Thurs July 17 & 19 from 5:00-9:00pm. Must attend both days. Cost is $29.00 2ND HALF WITH LYNGBLOMSTEN: A Center for Enriching Lives after 50 located at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 3770 Bellaire Avenue, White Bear Lake. 651-429-5411.

Serving Seniors and their Caregivers. Visit www. lyngblomsten.org/2ndHalf to learn more or register for upcoming classes: HealthRHYTHMS Drumming – July 9, FREE Mobile Market- July 10, Age Boldly- July 25th , Art History Class-July 30th, Melt Your Stress Away!- Aug. 6-27. Join us, all are welcome!

MAHTOMEDI SENIOR CENTER The Mahtomedi Senior Center is located at 1520 Mahtomedi Ave. 651-407-2018

TAKE A CLASS, LEARN SOMETHING NEW – Check out upcoming Mahtomedi Community Education offerings.

For details, pick up a brochure or visit www. communityed.mahtomedi.k12.mn.us

Meeting; July 11 at Matoska School; July 18 at Jimmy’s; July 25 at Matoska School. Join this friendly group to chat and share life’s experiences.

Discover THE HMONG AMONG US at a Tuesday, July 17 Kathy Simmer history class.

Class runs 10 AM-noon at the District Education Center. Cost is $18.

CRAFT CORNER GIFT SHOP BOOTH at MarketFest on Thurs July 5 from

DEFENSIVE DRIVING: 8-HOUR CLASS, noon-4 PM, Wednesday and Thursday,

6:00-9:00pm.

SUMMER MOBILE MARKETS will be at Redeemer Lutheran Church from 11:30am1:00pm on Tuesdays July 10 and August 14. FREE produce for all -no age limit! FREE Wellness Checks with Nurse Becky!

FREE PONTOON CRUISE AROUND WHITE BEAR LAKE on Thurs August 23 from 1:00-3:00pm. White Bear Lake community members will volunteer their time and their

August 1 and 2; 4-Hour Refresher noon-4 PM, Monday, August 13

YOUTH THEATRE PRODUCTION SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS OF THE BLACK FOREST Performance: Thursday, August 9, 6:30 PM, Mahtomedi High School Chautauqua Theatre.

Tickets are $4 each and can be purchased at the door or earlier by emailing jamie.ohara@isd832.net.

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The Minnesota Gopher’s football team helped at the Lil’ Cubs Football Camp put on by White Bear Lake Area Schools community services and recreation last week.

ENJOY A DAY TRIP! – Join the fun on a Mahtomedi Community Education Summer Day Trip.

EXPERIENCE THE MINNESOTA LANDSCAPE ARBORETUM Thursday, July 12. Full! But get on the waiting list in case a trip can be added.

Discover GAMMELGARDENS MUSEUM Wednesday, July 25 Enjoy TEA IN THE PANOLA VALLEY GARDENS, Lindstrom, Wednesday, August 8.

Full! But get on the waiting list in case a trip can be added.

Take a TAYLORS FALLS SCENIC BOAT TOUR Wednesday, August 15

TEDTALK TUESDAYS 6:30-7:30 PM – fourth Tuesday of the month, Wildwood Library, Mahtomedi. Upcoming Tuesdays: June 26, July 24, August 28 and Sept. 25. View and discuss a TEDTalk with others at this free event. Future talks selected based on attendee suggestions.

RSVP encouraged but not required: info@ tedxmahtomedi.com. Refreshments provided by the Ox and Crow Coffeehouse.

BEAR BOATING –Enjoy the beauty of White Bear Lake on a summer senior pontoon ride. All trips board and disembark at the VFW boat launch on the west side of White Bear Lake (4496 Lake Ave. S).

--Thursday June 28, 6-8 PM, scenic tour --Thursday, July 26, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, fishing trip --Monday, July 30, 6-8 PM, scenic tour --Tuesday, August 7, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, scenic tour --Wednesday, August 29, 6-8 PM, scenic tour

BREAKFAST CLUB – Enjoy the most important meal of the day and explore various breakfast establishments. $5 fee covers transportation. Participants buy their own breakfast. Call 651-407-2024 to register. Choose the day that best fits your schedule.

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STORY STROLL WITH YOUR FAVORITE GRANDCHILD. Hike from page to page while reading a good book at a Story Stroll sponsored by Wildwood Library and Mahtomedi Community Education.

DISCOVER DOGS COLORFUL DAY: A MESSY STORY ABOUT COLORS

by Emma Dobbs Wednesday, August 8. Count the 10 colorful spots before the careless canine has his bath on a stroll at Wildwood Park, 345 Lincolntown Ave., Mahtomedi. Guided story stroll and snacks at 10 AM with a Wildwood Children’s Librarian. Stroll available from 10 AM-5 PM

JOIN A GROUP MEETING REGULARLY AT THE DISTRICT EDUCATION CENTER (DEC): Greeting Card Makers 9 AM, Monday; Stitchers 1 PM the second & fourth Monday; Cribbage 1 PM Tuesday; Evening Star Quilters 6:30 PM the second Tuesday; Dominoes & Easy Card Games 12:30 PM Friday; Bridge 1 PM Wednesday and Friday.

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Newtrax pitches senior circuit for Mahtomedi

BY LORETTA HARDING CONTRIBUTING WRITER

MAHTOMEDI — A decade or two ago, before funding dried up and well before the transportation needs of aging baby boomers started to be of concern, Mahtomedi and the surrounding area had a local transportation system in place by the name of Lake Area Bus. The area may see its reincarnation.

Mike Greenbaum and Scott Olson of Newtrax Senior Transportation attended the June 19 City Council meeting to present a brief overview of their nonprofit transit organization and outline their vision for a three-hour senior circuit around the area one day a week.

On mobility day, seniors riding what would be known as the North Loop could be picked up from Piccadilly Square, Briarcliff Manor or St. Andrew's Village by one of two wheelchair buses running that day and be shuttled to Target in Vadnais Heights, to Walmart or to Festival Foods.

Newtrax of Gem Lake was started six years ago and partnered with Phoenix Alternatives,

Inc. (PAI) to provide transportation services for adults with physical or developmental disabilities.

A pilot program was started in October 2015 with local civic organizations contributing funds to gauge interest in the project. Officials from Newtrax sat down and looked at ways to save organizations money by collaboration, Greenbaum said. Because PAI buses sit idle for three hours each day, they could be used during those three hours to meet unmet transportation needs within the community, he said. “The more we can use the vehicles, the more we can keep transportation costs down for our members,” he said. Newtrax also met with DART, a Washington County transit organization to see what works and what doesn't work.

During the 2015 pilot program, Newtrax discovered that their senior passengers were somewhat apprehensive about whether they would make it back home. “We would make certain everyone would get home,” Olson said. “It's very important for these vulnerable adults to have that feeling of security, and for drivers to know where they are going and to be flexible,” he said.

On an average day during the pilot study, the buses carried 15 to 20 riders before marketing for the program even began, Olson said.

When Newtrax launches the North Loop in mid to late July, fliers and maps will be distributed to all the senior facilities in Mahtomedi.

Once service has been established for Briarcliff Manor, Piccadilly Square and St. Andrew's Village, Newtrax will start to fi gure out a way to connect with seniors living independently without transportation.

Each bus serving the North Loop would cost $7,000 each, Olson said. Running four vehicles would cost about $26,000 and be fi nanced through voluntary contributions from the stores and banks visited by the seniors, by their residential programs, from riders and by the cities involved.

He recommended an annual contribution from Mahtomedi of $3,000 to $4,000.

Greenbaum said that in the future, Newtrax would potentially run more health care-related routes, perhaps with contributions from health care providers.

Congratulations to the 2018 Graduating Class of White Bear Lake High School and the Top Academic Achievers!

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I will be attending UW – Madison to study Biochemistry and focus on premedicine.

Majoring in Engineering at the University of St. Thomas.

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Congratulations to the 2018 Graduating Class of White Bear Lake High School and the Top Academic Achievers!

Denton Dean Anderson I will be attending the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities.

Samuel Andres I will attend UW– Stevens Point to pursue a career in Natural Resources.

Connor James Barton

Justin Blank I plan to attend the Honors College at Montana Stat University in Bozeman majoring in Environmental Science.

I will be attending University of Minnesota – Duluth to study Chemical Engineering in their honors program.

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Katelyn Cannon

Zachary Duncanson

Attending North Dakota State University with a Major in Biological Sciences.

I plan to study Biomedical Engineering at the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities.

Meghan Gamradt

Abigail Elise Kristensen

I will be attending Carroll University.

I plan on studying math at St. Olaf College.

Rachel Miniker

Kyle Neuendorf

Tejas Nivarty

Sydney Peterson

I will be attending the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, College of Education and Human Development.

Kyle will be attending UW – Madison in the fall of 2018 studying Electrical Engineering.

Chemical Engineering of the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities.

I will be attending the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota.

Ashley Rensted

Michael Joseph Rohlinger

Kaylie M Rusler

Scott Shield

I will be attending Georgetown University and majoring in Biochemistry.

I will be attending Kansas State University for Mechanical Engineering as well as Cross Country and Track.

Logan Fike I’ll be attending Northeastern University in Boston, MA to study business.

I will be attending the University of St. Thomas in the Fall and am planning to study Mechanical Engineering and Physics

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Forest Lake Wednesday, July 4: Enjoy fireworks over Lakeside Memorial at dusk.

Hudson, WI (St. Croix River) Sunday, July 1: Enjoy amazing fireworks over the St. Croix River at dusk.

Marine on St. Croix Monday, July 3: The annual fireworks will be held at dusk in downtown Marine.

Maplewood Wednesday, July 4: Held at Hazelwood Park at dusk.

Shoreview Friday, July 27: Fireworks held at the Slice of Shoreview at 10 p.m. with viewing from Island Lake County Park.

Stillwater Wednesday, July 4: Fireworks over the St. Croix River in downtown Stillwater begins at dusk.

White Bear Lake Wednesday, July 4: Fireworks at Memorial Beach at dusk.

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Young writers remember White Bear Lake’s train days Nine area students were chosen as winners of this year’s Manitou Days Student Writing Contest.

This year’s theme was “All Aboard Bears,” celebrating the 150-year history of trains in the White Bear Lake area.

The nine winners, chosen from 60 entries, are not ranked. Winners were

each given $50 from the White Bear Lake Rotary Club. They were also thrown a pizza and pool party at the White Bear Lake Country Inn and were invited to walk in the Manitou Days Grande Parade June 15.

Congratulations to: Otter Lake Elementary kindergartner Vanessa Johnson;

1927: A Ticket to The Past

BY ELLA VONGREY LIBERTY CLASSICAL ACADEMY, EIGHTH GRADE

I have many memories from that train.

I would sit in the very back row, Smelling the familiar scent of burning coal, Which was to me somehow comforting.

I would sit in dreamy solemnity And think…

Think about how many lives Must have been sitting on this very seat, Staring out this very window, And looking at this very scene.

I think about how many people Are fighting battles I know so little about.

So many who have ridden this train before me Have stories that I will never know.

A soldier who has been fighting for our freedom and is returning home, A mother who is riding the train, her child in awe of the wonders surrounding him, A husband who is grieving the devastating loss of his wife.

I realize that although we may seem disconnected, There is a common thread that binds us all.

This train.

Even though we have varying journeys, We are all on the same track.

The train is part of each of our lives.

It is part of our own stories.

Matoska International Elementary kindergartner Jemal Jumayeva; Lakeaires Elementary first grader Maisie Whitby; Matoska International Elementary third grader Emma Bjornson; Lincoln Elementary third grader Colin Greene; Lincoln Elementary fifth grader Alexa Moser; Central Middle School sixth grader Isa-

Everything I do, say, and think are a part of my journey.

They affect everyone around me, In such a manner I will never fully grasp.

Every word.

Every thought.

Every action.

I look down at the measly ticket in my hand.

Although it is only a single piece of paper, It stands for so much more.

Something about the constant bump of the train Provokes these nostalgic thoughts.

Though the ticket admits us on the train, It gives us so much more.

It gives us a glimpse of the many lives that have come Before us who are all on this same journey.

The journey of life.

Train Poems

BY NORAH DILLNER LIBERTY CLASSICAL ACADEMY, SEVENTH GRADE

A Train’s Whistle

Its shrill song shouts aloud Cutting sharply through the drowsy morning air Like a cheerful bird awakening a sleeping world Even when the wind or storms moan Its happy cry can still be heard Lightly piercing through the most heavy rain and fog O, the train’s whistle, its voice brings joy Encouragement to push on flows out with its song

bella Femrite; Liberty Classical Academy seventh grader Norah Dillner; and Liberty Classical Academy eighth grader Ella VonGrey.

Below are a few of the students’ writings. Check Press archives for more.

Sara Marie Moore

Proclaiming the grandeur and wonder that lives inside It begins the train’s greeting, it ends the train’s goodbye Always the same song no matter what the time The train’s whistle, a most brilliant invention

A Train’s Entrance

First, a whistle blows Then the train comes, blowing steam Lurching to a stop A Train’s Farewell People board quickly The wheels start moving fast Soon the train is gone

The Journey

As the train came into view; I felt a sense of dread Trains are marvelous and grand, my family always said But I had never traveled on any trains before What would I do? What would I see? So many things in store The train slowly rambled to a stop And I leaped on board with one quick hop I glanced back at my family, who were waving with great glee So I had the courage to start the journey that lay ahead of me The conductor showed me down the train and then I took my seat What would happen next? What things would I meet?

The train jolted with a start and I heard the whistle call We soon left the train station and the city of St. Paul I looked around from where I sat, so simple and yet still The view was spectacular, I saw great valleys and hills Soon we arrived at White Bear Lake, a quite amazing place And from there I waved the train goodbye with a smile on my face

Mahtomedi schools budget getting back on track

BY SARA MARIE MOORE VADNAIS HEIGHTS EDITOR

MAHTOMEDI — After making several budget cuts earlier this spring, Mahtomedi Public Schools' 2018-2019 preliminary general fund budget is no longer projected to be negative.

“I am happy to report that we have a balanced budget projection for 2018-2019,” said Director of Business Services Bill Menozzi at a school board meeting June 14.

The general fund, the largest fund in the district, has about equally projected revenues and expenditures of $39.5 million.

The district's total funds have a projected deficit. The food service budget is off by about $45,000. The internal service fund, used for medical insurance, is off by $98,000. The other post-employment benefits trust fund, used for teacher severance payments, is off by about $154,000.

That fund is expected to be at a deficit at this point, Menozzi said. The community service fund, debt service fund and other post-employment benefits debt service funds have a surplus.

Total revenue is expected to be $53.5 million and expenditures $53.7 million. The total projected deficit is about $187,000. Last school year, the total budget was off by $1.5 million.

The unassigned category in the general fund has a projected deficit of about $76,000. Surplus in other categories brings the total general fund budget in balance.

“This is really the area where the administration and school board had lengthy discussions on how to address a projected budget deficit for next year and you can see that we have largely done that with just a small deficit of $76,000 for next year,” Menozzi said.

The 2017-2018 total budget was originally projected to be off by about $1.6 million. Administration and the board took

several measures to bring it down by $1.4 million. Enrollment target numbers were adjusted up to 3,288, which is closer to the level from the 2015-2016 school year and also the last time the district had a balanced budget. It also offered early retirement incentives, negotiated labor settlements, eliminated certain contracts for next year and decreased its subsidy of the Q-comp program, an alternative compensation program for staff.

Several duties were also cut or consolidated across the district, including the principal position at Wildwood Elementary. Overseeing the school next year will be added to the duties of Lynne Viker, the district director of teaching, learning and accountability.

The district is currently out of compliance with its fund balance policy.

The district is supposed to maintain a fund balance of eight percent of general fund expenditures. The projected fund balance for 2019 is $2.3 million, or six percent of the budget. Due to the projected deficit, textbook and classroom supply purchases are frozen, according to policy.

Projected increases in enrollment for next school year should help balance the budget in the future.

“Enrollment drives budgeting in school districts,” Menozzi said.

The school board voted on the details of the district's open enrollment numbers the last few years but the details of the responsibility were put back in the administration's lap this winter due to the budget issues that were caused, according to Press archives. The new procedures will allow the administration to offer open spots to applicants sooner, thus ensuring students don’t make other plans while waiting to hear back from the district.

The board also increased the enrollment target number by 40, up to 3,288.

In spring 2017, Superintendent Mark Larson suggested the district could make up about $700,000 in a projected budget

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Lower district enrollment the last two school years caused some of the district’s budget issues. The last time the district had a balanced general fund budget was during the 2015-2016 school year.

shortfall by aiming for an enrollment of 3,292 students but the school board did not take his advice at that time, according to Press archives. The budget was suffering due to a drop in 60 students.

The district had 3,294 students during the 2015-2016 school year and 3,234 students in 2016-2017.

The district also needs more community support through an increased levy due to state funding’s failure to keep up with inflation, Menozzi said.

The school board unanimously approved the preliminary 2018-2019 budget.

In other action, the school board: • Approved a water management plan regarding lead. Minnesota statute requires schools to test for lead in potable water every five years. The schools were last tested for lead in 2016 and the Passages Transition School in 2018.

“All of our numbers were good,” said

Julie Osterbauer, coordinator of health and safety.

• Approved a 10-year long-term facility maintenance plan. The district expects to spend $780,000 in 2018 and $1.1 million in 2028. Tennis court resurfacing, parking lots repairs at Wildwood Elementary School, lighting and dimmers in the Chautaqua Fine Arts Center and a new air conditioning compressor replacement in the high school media center are in this year's budget.

• Approved a 10-year long-term facility maintenance plan for intermediate district 916. Mahtomedi's proportionate share is about $3,500 in 2018.

• Approved a dissolution of Technology and Information Educational Services (TIES), a Minnesota-based educational technology collaborative owned by 48 member districts. Almost all member districts voted in January to dissolve the collaborative.

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“DINA” (NR) [DVD ONLY] — A critically acclaimed, inspirational, insightful, heartwarming, quirky, somewhat repetitive, Antonio Santini and Dan Sickles 101-minute verité documentary that follows autistic, kangaroo-loving, 48-year-old widow Dina Buno as she prepares for her marriage in Philadelphia to AspergerSyndrome-afflicted Walmart door greeter Scott Levin from buying her wedding dress, attending her bachelorette party, getting married and finally going on her honeymoon.

“GOTTI” (R) [STRONG VIOLENCE AND PERVASIVE LANGUAGE.] — A violent, factually inspired, insightful, well-acted, 105-minute film, which includes archival film footage and photographs, that chronicles the infamous life of no-nonsense crime boss “Dapper Don” John Gotti (John Travolta), who had a loyal wife (Kelly Preston) and five children, as his reputation grew with other mobsters (Pruitt Taylor Vance, Stacy Keach, Chris Mulkey, William DeMeo, Leo Rossi, Chris Kerson, Patrick Borriello, Luis Da Silva Jr. et al.) and crooked NYPD cops in the seedy 1970s underworld of New York City and became head of the Gambino crime family in 1985 when he put a hit out on the Mafia don, which ultimately proved to be his downfall after he was found guilty of his murder while his devoted son John A. Gotti (Spencer Rocco Lofranco) eventually wanted out of the “made man” life to be with his wife (Jordan Trovillion) and kids.

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“JURASSIC WORLD: FALLEN KINGDOM” (PG-13) [INTENSE SEQUENCES OF SCIENCE-FICTION VIOLENCE AND PERIL.] — An entertaining, intense, action-packed, fastpaced, violent, 3D, star-studded (Geraldine Chaplin, Toby Jones, Jeff Goldblum, Ted Levine, BD Wong, and Justice Smith), 128-minute sequel highlighted by amazing special effects and a couple of surprises in which a wealthy scientist and philanthropist (James Cromwell), who has a precocious granddaughter (Isabella Sermon), hires two scientists (Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard) to lead a mission to the island that has an erupting volcano off of Costa Rica to save endangered dinosaurs, especially the raptor Blue, but the rescue mission does not go as planned when a greedy executor (Rafe Spall) wants to make millions.

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Animals that lay eggs don’t have belly buttons.

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Dolphins are unable to smell.

“HAMMER OF THE GODS” (R) [BLOODY VIOLENCE, LANGUAGE INCLUDING SEXUAL REFERENCES, AND SOME NUDITY] [DVD only] — A pointless, violent, 99-minute, 2013 film in which a sword-wielding Viking prince (Charlie Bewley) is joined by his bloodthirsty cohorts (Elliot Cowan, Clive Standen, Michael Jibson, et al.), and a big-boned warrior (Ivan Kaye) to search for his exiled brother in Saxony lands in Britain in 871 A.D. after his father (James Cosmo) is mortally wounded.

WEEKLY AVERAGES

Guess you can’t guess what the wettest period of the year JUNE 27-JULY 3, 2018 is? Well, maybe you can. Not only is this the wettest period High 81° on average it has been especially wetter here in the northern Low 61° and eastern Metro. I’ve totaled 6.79 inches of rain this month while the airport has totaled less than half my total. Another %Sun 71% midday heavy rain this past Sunday totaled nearly 1 inch east PCP 1.25” of 35E and north of 694 while west of 35E experienced a few drops. Temperatures for the month have returned closer to normal after a sizzling May but we’re still averaging slightly warmer than normal. We really haven’t been hit by a big severe weather event, (wind and hail), this season.

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A historic photo of the Connolly Shoe Factory in the early 1900s, taken before the roads were paved.

Current external shot of the Connolly Shoe Factory building, now home to JX Event Venue, Just Cuz Salon, Velveteen Speakeasy, Stillwater Escape Co. and The Collective photography studio.

You can’t escape fun at new Stillwater escape room

BY JACKIE BUSSJAEGER THE LOWDOWN EDITOR

Don’t panic. Although the clock is ticking down fast, you and your fellow operatives still have time to solve the clues and leave the scene with the evidence you need—with a little help from the employees at Stillwater Escape Company, perhaps.

Stillwater Escape Company, located in the old Connolly Shoe Factory on Second Street in Stillwater, gives teams a chance to put logic and teamwork skills to the test with a historically themed escape room.

“It’s similar to a video game, but you’re doing it in real life, solving puzzles,” explained Stillwater Escape Company Creative Director Willie Nielsen. He was already a big fan of escape rooms when he started as an intern with One23 Events, housed in the same building.

At one point, Nielsen participated in an escape room activity with studio owners Josh Schneiderkoosman and Judd Sather.

Nielsen has experienced more than 20 escape rooms around the Twin Cities with friends but noticed that escape room activities in the east metro were scarce.

Nielsen talked over the idea with Schneiderkoosman and Sather. The team had an opportunity to try out the concept with a themed Halloween party in 2017. One of the evening’s events was a 20-minute escape room.

“It became much bigger of a project that we thought it was going to be,” Nielsen said.

“That’s kind of what spurred it on.”

Once he had the go-ahead to develop an escape room in the building, Nielsen began researching the history of the building, creating a storyline for the room and sifting through thrift shops to buy props.

“Judd wanted it to be a historic Stillwater theme because we thought it would be a good starting place because a lot of friends and connections are in Stillwater,” Nielsen said. “I didn’t have any professional training, but I had done a lot of (escape rooms) and I’m a fairly creative person. I just kind of picked out things I

liked about them and worked through it that way.”

Construction on the escape room began in December 2017, and it opened a few months later in February 2018.

The inspiration for the room’s historic Stillwater theme was drawn from the company’s location inside the former Connolly Shoe Factory building. The escape room is built to resemble the office of owner Mr. Connolly and has a 1920s gangster-era theme. In the escape room scenario, Mr. Connolly is under investigation for criminal activity. Participants act as agents sent to look for a specific objective and to escape the room within an hour.

Stillwater Escape Company staffers watch the participants from cameras mounted inside the room, offering clues and helping participants along when they get stuck. Some people try to beat the clock with the best time possible, but for Nielsen it’s more about having fun.

Stillwater Escape Company strives to bring out that fun element, placing less emphasis on the time on the clock.

“We’re pretty lenient; we give three clues for free, and after that each clue costs you three minutes,” Neilsen explained. “That’s on your score, so you still get the full 60 minutes (to solve the puzzle). We give a lot more clues than most places do. We want people to experience most everything. We just want groups to have a good time. If it takes a lot of clues, at least you got close.”

For fi rst-time escapees, Nielsen had a few recommendations. Although group sizes can be as large as 10, the activity is most fun in smaller groups of two to four.

He recommended that anyone under the age of 15 come with a parent. The escape room is not recommended for children. “A lot of things will be over their head,” Nielsen explained.

Nielsen said he has been surprised by the outpouring of community interest in completing the escape challenge and looks forward to expanding the company with more escape room challenges in 2018 and 2019. The business will also add a rental space for parties.

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Without giving too much away, this vault door inside the escape room plays a role in the puzzles participants need to solve to complete the puzzle in an hour.

per person, with a discount of $5 for groups of 10. Larger groups can be split into smaller groups. Learn more about Stillwater Escape Company or schedule a visit at www.

stillwaterescape.com. The business can be reached at 651-357-8844, and is located at 123 Second St. N., Stillwater.

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School district, senior care center receive skills training grant ST. PAUL — White Bear Lake Area Schools and Cerenity Senior Care have been awarded a $95,000 grant through the Youth Skills Training Program to help connect students to opportunities in high-demand fields like health care. The partnership is one of five partnerships to receive a grant.

“The grant is specifically for certified nursing assistant training, which will be offered next year at the high school,” said Peg Black, Cerenity's director of community development.

At least 60 students will be doing the clinical portion of their education at Cerenity. Once they complete the course and their state certification testing, Cerenity will offer students nursing assistant hours. According to Black, the care center plans to offer part-time hours after school, and weekend and summer/holiday hours.

The Youth Skills Training Program was created by the Legislature in 2017 with bipartisan support to connect students to opportunities in high-growth, high-demand fields like

manufacturing, information technology, health care and automotive industries.

The program focuses on developing local partnerships, in coordination with employers and schools, to provide not only classroom instruction, but also paid-learning opportunities.

Grant recipients can use the funds for student recruitment, training, transportation, certifications or for program development.

“There are numerous high-demand industries facing severe workforce

shortages,” observed Sen. Roger Chamberlain (R-Lino Lakes). “Programs like Youth Skills Training will help those industries train the next generation of skilled workers. I am thrilled to see the program paying off right here in our local communities.”

Thirteen Minnesota school districts and more than 50 employer partners received grants from the Legislature.

A second round of applications will open this fall.

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MAHTOMEDI CITY COUNCIL NOTES MAHTOMEDI — The City Council conducted the following business at its June 19 meeting: • Approved a request from Kay Ellingwood, 76 Birch St., for a minor subdivision in order to combine and divide two properties into two lots. The property owner sought to move the property line to create two properties that are more even in width.

• Approved a request from Dan and Katie Campbell for a conditional use permit to create an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) at 124 Juniper St. in the R1-E Historic District.

Staff recommended conditional approval.

The fi rst of the two conditions are a proof of easement through the Majestic Pines Church property and paved driveway from the south to the accessory structure, accessing the proposed garage doors on the south side of the ADU or a depiction of alternate access to the ADU. The second condition was that either access to the structure must be asphalt, concrete, pavers or other acceptable hard surface material.

"You've got it but you don't have it," Mayor Judson Marshall said, noting that the church still had not approved the easement.

• Rezoned properties located in the Quail Street and Briarwood Avenue area from RR-Rural Residential to R1-C Low Density Residential.

Last March, the city rezoned several properties in the area but inadvertently missed several

other parcels. This action now rezones those parcels that were left out through the same process as the previous parcels. The rezoning of the properties was necessary due to the city's extension of public utilities to several properties in the area.

Properties zoned as rural residential are for properties without public utilities.

• Approved an extension agreement between and among members of the Ramsey/Washington Suburban Cable Commission and Comcast of Minnesota.

The two entities have been negotiating terms for franchise renewal since September 2017.

• Approved Construction Pay Voucher No. 1 in the amount of $145,000 to Douglas-Kerr Underground LLC for the Hickory Street improvements.

• Approved Change Order No. 1 for the Quail Street Utility extension.

To accommodate the construction of the gravity sanitary sewer, it was necessary to remove and replace the force main. This change order reflects a net increase of $21,500 from the original contract amount of $937,000 or an increase of 2.3 percent.

• Approved Construction Pay Voucher No. 1 in the amount of $301,000 to T. A. Schifsky & Sons for the Briarwood Area Improvements and Quail Street Utility Extension.

• Approved Construction Pay Voucher No. 1 in the amount of $411,300 for Phase 3 Historic District Improvements and Edgecumbe Drive Storm Drainage Improvements.

• Approved a resolution receiving the feasibility study, calling for a public improvement hearing on July 17 concerning Echo Lake improvements and authorizing plans and specifications.

At the May 15 public improvement hearing for the project, eight parcels were earmarked for different treatment regarding assessments.

According to the city assessment policy, these eight lots were assessed for only one-half the proposed assessments for a typical single family lot within the development. This action was based on the understanding that when the other streets abutting these properties (Lincolntown Avenue or Long Lake Road) were improved, that the other half of the assessment would be levied.

• Authorized city staff to draft a letter of support for Washington County's application for proposed Highway 12 multiple use trail improvements.

• Canceled the July 3 City Council meeting, due to the July 4 holiday.

The council next meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 17 at City Hall, 600 Stillwater Road.

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