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Calendar EVENTS MARKETFEST AND CLASSIC CAR SHOW When: 6-9 p.m. Thursdays, June 18 – July 30 Where: Downtown White Bear Lake Details: Over 140 food, merchandise and service vendors; children’s activities including a petting zoo, inflatables and more; two stages with live music each night; classic car show. 25th Anniversary party on July 9 includes cupcakes from Grandma’s Bakery and party favors. Contact: marketfest.org
FREE SUMMER MOVIE SERIES – THE LEGO MOVIE When: 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 1 & Thursday, July 2 Where: White Bear Township Teatre, 1180 County Rd. J Details: Free family films shown on Wednesdays and Thursdays from June 17-August 20. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Contact: 651-653-3243 or mullerfamilytheatres.com
Fourth of July Fireworks, Flyover & Music WHEN: 8 p.m. music, 8:30 p.m. flyover & 10 p.m. fireworks Saturday, July 4
WHERE: Memorial Beach
When: 8-10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 4 Where: VFW Post 1782, 4496 Lake Ave S., White Bear Lake Details: Annual ‘support our troops’ pancake breakfast fundraiser hosted by VFW 1782 Ladies Auxiliary. All-you-caneat pancakes, served with sausage. $7/adults and youth, $3/children 8 and under. Contact: sharon6582@aol. com or vfwpost1782.org
BIRCHWOOD FOURTH OF JULY PARADE When: 10 a.m. Saturday, July 4 Where: Begins at County Line Rd. and Wildwood Ave., Birchwood Details: Brief ceremony and community gathering at Wildwood Park follows parade. Contact: cityofbirchwood. com
WILDWOOD WRITER’S GROUP When: 2-3:30 p.m. Monday, July 6 Where: Wildwood Library Details: Aspiring memoir writers can join this group that meets the first Monday of each month. No registration required;
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ONGOING EVENTS
DETAILS: Music by Shoreview Northern Lights Variety Band followed by fireworks display over White Bear Lake. In case of rain, fireworks on July 5
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everyone welcome. Contact: 651-426-2042
BEGINNING KNITTING
When: 1-2:30 p.m. Monday, July 6 & 13 Where: White Bear Lake LINDA HENRY Library BOOK SIGNING Details: Local knitting When: 10 .m.-noon Friday, instructor Diane Augustin July 3 teaches youth ages 9-14 Where: Lake Country how easy it can be to Booksellers, 4766 Washington knit. Supplies provided. Square Registration required. Details: Author Linda Contact: 651-724-6007 Henry talks about and signs copies of her new children’s AARP REFRESHER book, “The Cookie Garden.” When: 12:30-4:30 p.m. Contact: 651-426-0918 Tuesday, July 7
‘SUPPORT OUR TROOPS’ PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Reflections-Documenting Local Life with an Evolving Medium’ exhibition showcases the work of Paul Dols, who has photographed the White Bear area communities for more than 20 years as photographer/ photojournalist for Press Publications’ newspapers. Contact: 651-407-0497 or whitebeararts.org
Where: White Bear Area Senior Center, 2484 East County Road F Details: Defensive driving class for seniors 55+ consists of an overview of safe driving. No writing or driving tests required. Completion of course will reduce car insurance premiums by 10 percent. Registration required. Contact: whitebearregistration.org
FREE SUMMER MOVIE SERIES – ‘MR. PEABODY & SHERMAN’ When: 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 8 & Thursday, July 9 Where: White Bear Township Teatre, 1180 County Rd. J Details: Free family films shown on Wednesdays and Thursdays from June 17-August 20. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Contact: 651-653-3243 or mullerfamilytheatres.com
WILDWOOD LIBRARY BOOK CLUB When: 7-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 8 Where: Wildwood Library Details: Book club is free and open to the public. July selection is ‘The Storied Life of A.J. Firky.” Contact:651-426-2042
COMO ZOO: A JOURNEY THROUGH AFRICA When: 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 10 Where: White Bear Lake Library Details: Children of all ages go on a tour through the African desert, savanna and tropical rainforest. Includes live plants and animals. Learn to count in Swahili and listen to folktales. Free; seating is first-come, first-served. Contact: 651-486-2200 or rclreads.org
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DEAN HOVEY BOOK SIGNING When: 10-11:30 a.m. Friday, July 10 Where: Lake Country Booksellers, 4766 Washington Square, White Bear Lake Details: Author of ‘Undeveloped’, a mystery set in Pine County, will talk about and sign copies of his latest book. Contact: 651-426-0918
5TH ANNUAL CRUISIN’ FOR ST. JUDE When: 9 a.m. registration Saturday, July 11 Where: The Village, 3600 Hoffman Road Details: Motorcycle run and pig roast to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Ride begins at 10:30 a.m. Food, beverages, door prizes, raffle, and pig roast starts at 4 p.m. Registration $25/rider; $15/passenger includes t-shirt. Contact: 612-803-6288 or terrydehkes@gmail.com
PARENT’S NIGHT OUT When: 4:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday, July 11 Where: White Bear Area YMCA Details: Children ages 2-10 years old can be dropped off at the Y to enjoy pizza, games, crafts and activities while parents have a night off. $20 members; $25 nonmembers. Save $5 per child if registered by May 7. Contact: jill.kranz@ ymcatwincities.org
25TH ANNUAL GOLDEN LAKE GALLOP When: 8:30 a.m. Saturday, July 11 Where: Golden Lake Park Pavilion 1, 53 W. Golden Lake Rd., Circle Pines Details: Fun run is open to runners and walkers of all ages and includes a 4-mile or 2-mile run or 2-mile walk around the lake. $10 registration or $20 includes t-shirt. Proceeds benefit Centennial High School’s cross country program.
CRITTER CAMP When: Anytime from 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday, July 13 for critter drop-off; and 2 p.m. Monday, July 20 for Critter Camp Party. Where: Wildwood Library Details: Children ages 3-7 can bring a favorite stuffed animal to the library for a week’s stay, where the critter will have fun and get into mischief. Pick up the animal on July 20 and participate in a party of songs and
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RAMSEY COUNTY FAIR When: July 15-19 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: ramseycountyfair.com
MUSIC BIRCHWOOD VILLAGE MUSIC IN THE PARK SERIES When: 6 p.m. Sunday, July 12 Where: Dellwood Beach, Birchwood Village Details: Amy and Adams perform original folk, love ballads, rock and bluegrass. Concerts are free. Contact: cityofbirchwood. com
LIVE@THE LIBRARY CONCERT: ‘SWITCHED AT BIRTH’ When: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 14 Where: Wildwood Library Details: Local bluegrass band features interpretations of country songs, traditional bluegrass, and easter European traditional music, along with jazz tunes. Held outdoors; no registration required. Contact: 651-426-2042
THEATER ‘TWELFTH NIGHT’ When: 7 p.m. Saturday, July 4 Where: Outdoor Theatre, Century College West Campus Details: Shakespeare & Company, Minnesota’s longest-running Outdoor Classical Repertory Theatre, is celebrating its 40th anniversary and kicks off with this comedy about a tangled knot of desires and dreams in the land of Illyria. Outdoor environment with no scenery encourages imagination and is similar to Shakespeare’s original theatre. Tickets $15/adult; $13/seniors; 12 and under free. Bring a blanket and picnic supper. Contact: 651-779-5818 or shakespeareandcompany.org
‘HAMLET’ When: 7 p.m. Friday, July 3 and 6 p.m. Sunday, July 5 Where: Outdoor Theatre, Century College West Campus Details: A Shakespeare & Company production of the story of corruption, betrayal, incest and murder. Outdoor environment with no scenery encourages imagination and is similar to Shakespeare’s original theatre. Tickets $15/ adult; $13/seniors; 12 and under free. Bring a blanket and picnic supper. Contact: 651-779-5818 or shakespeareandcompany.org
‘THE MISER’ When: 7 p.m. Saturdays,
July 10 & 18; 6 p.m. Sundays, July 12 & 26; 7 p.m. Friday, July 31 Where: Outdoor Theatre, Century College West Campus Details: Moliere’s comedy of stolen treasure, backstabbing, long lost heirs, and impossible endings comes to life in this Shakespeare & Company production. Tickets $15/ adult; $13/seniors; 12 and under free. Bring a blanket and picnic supper. Contact: 651-779-5818 or shakespeareandcompany.org
When: 10:30-11 a.m. Fridays, July 3 & 24 Where: White Bear Lake Library Details: Stories, songs, fingerplays and more to encourage the development of early literacy skills for children ages 2-5 and caregivers. Contact: 651-486-2200 or rclreads.org
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME When: 10:30-11 a.m. Mondays, July 6, 13, 20 Where: Wildwood Library Details: Stories, songs, fingerplays and more to encourage the development of early literacy skills for children through kindergarten age and caregivers. Contact: 651-426-2042
DOG GONE READING
When: 4:30-6 p.m. Thursdays, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Where: Wildwood Library Details: Children in grades K-7 can read to a certified training dog and its trainer for 15 minutes. RSVP BABY & ME ART: EDIBLE required. AND BUBBLE ART Contact: 651-426-2042 When: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Monday, July 6 Where: Wildwood Library MIDWEST SKI OTTERS SHOWS When: 6 pm Sundays Details: Program throughout the summer for babies/toddlers and Where: Goose Lake on caregivers includes Hoffman Road, White Bear fingerpainting and bubble Lake painting featuring edible Details: White Bear-based paint. Pre-registration team of 120 amateur skiers required. from metro area Contact: 651-426-2042 Contact: www.skiotters. com NORTHERN CLAY CENTER
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When: 103 p.m. Wednesday, July 8 Where: White Bear Lake Library Details: Afternoon of creativity with clay sculpture. For ages 6 and up. Free; first-come, first-served basis. Contact: 651-724-6007 or rclreads.org
ARTS CENTER BOOK CLUB When: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, July 9 Where: White Bear Center for the Arts, 4871 Lone Ave. Details: Book for July is ‘Caveat Emptor: The Secret Life of an American Art Forger’, by Ken Perenyi. Free with registration. Contact: 651-407-0497 or whitebeararts.org
BALD EAGLE WATERSKI CLUB SHOWS When: 7 pm Thursdays, through August Where: Centerville Lake in Centerville Details: Members of all ages perform waterskiing tricks. Club also performs at summer festivals throughout the state. Contact: 651-983-0161
SAVE THE DATE WHITE BEAR LAKE ROTARY STRIVE SCHOLARSHIP RACE/TACO JOHN’S RUN BABY RUN
When: 8 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 1 Where: Lion’s Park, 4200 Lake Ave. S. BEGINNING WATERCOLOR Details: 5K Run/walk and When: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 10K run. $25 before July 29; Monday, July 13 & 20 Where: White Bear Center $35 Race Day and after July 29 Contact: whitebearrotary. for the Arts, 4871 Lone Ave. org Details: Instructor Lisa Fertig teaches the fundamentals and techniques PINE TREE APPLE TENNIS CLASSIC of using watercolor. $45/ When: Aug. 6-9 member; $56/non-member. Where: Life Time Fitness, Contact: 651-407-0497 or White Bear Lake whitebeararts.org Details: Featuring more than 100 of the area’s top IMPROVING players in annual mixed PHOTOGRAPHIC SKILLS doubles tournament, When: 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, auctions, raffle, to benefit July 14 Where: White Bear Center Chidlren’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota. Also ; for the Arts, 4871 Lone Ave. also 10K, 5K, fun r un around Details: Open discussion and critique of photographic Birch Lake on Sunday. Contact: www.ptatc. skills and technology led childrensmn.org by Robert Cuerden and David Parker. Participants encouraged to bring up to 5 images for critique. Free with registration. Contact: 651-407-0497 or whitebeararts.org
PAUL DOLS PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION
WHITE BEAR HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1950 REUNION When: August 25 Where: Gulden’s Restaurant
WHITE BEAR HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2005 REUNION
When: September 11 When: June 15-July 23, Where: Kellerman’s Event during regular hours Center Where: White Bear Center for the Arts, 4871 Lone Ave. Details: ‘Community
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Shakespeare & Company's 40th season Remaining performances of “Twelfth Night” are July 4, 17 and 25 and Aug. 2. Performances of “Hamlet” are: July 3, 5, 11, 19 and 24 and Aug. 1. Performances of “The Miser” are July 10, 12, 18, 26 and 31. Showtimes are 7 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 6 p.m. on Sundays. Admission is $15 for adults and teens, $13 for seniors and free for accompanied children. there isn't any scenery or lighting added to the stage. Wade led the company for 23 years. “He could be intimidating at times. He had a piercing stare and a real sharp wit," said George Roesler, who joined the company in 1984. But he was beloved by the volunteer actors who grew under his direction, Roesler said. Roesler, who is the longtime theater director and an instructor at Inver Hills Community College, took over as Shakespeare & Company artistic director in 1999 after Wade died. In addition to overseeing the company, Roesler also directs one of the three shows each year. He's directing “Hamlet” this summer. The other directors are long-timer Jeff Altier, who is directing “The Miser,” and second-time director Ann Frances Gregg, who is directing “Twelfth Night.” The directors collectively decide which three plays to present each season. It's a sometimes easy, sometimes challenging process in trying to satisfy the directors' preferences, maintaining a mix of comedies and tragedies, and not repeating a play that was performed in the last couple of years, Roesler said. Some years all three of the company's productions are works by Shakespeare; other years one of the selections is by an alternate classical playwright. Most of the selections are shortened to have a run time of two hours or less. The reason for trimming is twofold, Roesler said: to help folks with short attention spans develop a taste for Shakespeare and other classics, and to get everyone home before the sun sets and the mosquitoes come out in full force. Each director decides which scenes, supporting characters and/or dialogue to cut. Shakespeare's works usually are the easiest to trim because they tend to have redundancies, Altier said. The directors, stage managers, technical/ fight director and costumers receive stipends funded by ticket sales. The actors are all volunteers. Most of the performers are cast in more than one show. This year the company has 23 actors and there is a mix of newcomers and veterans. Altier first appeared on the Shakespeare & Company stage in supporting roles in 1984
after he took a class taught by Roesler at Inver Hills. He acted in dozens of plays before he became a director in 1990. The White Bear Township resident has acted in nearly every play he later directed. Before directing “The Miser,” Altier portrayed the title character twice (once with Shakespeare & Company and once at Inver Hills). Is it easier to direct a play that he's previously appeared in? “It is and it isn't,” Altier said. An intimate familiarity with the play does prove helpful, but actors turned directors also have to be conscientious to give the current actors the freedom to portray the role differently than they did, he said. Last year Altier got back on the stage for the first time in a number of years. When the lead in one of the other productions was injured a few weeks before the show started, Altier stepped in. Shakespeare & Company is a family affair for the Altier clan. Jeff's 20-year-old daughter, Rachel Altier, is his stage manager. His ex-wife, Emily Heaney, is costume designer. After a few summers the entire cast and crew begin to feel like family, Jeff Altier and Roesler said. And that's what's kept them coming back every summer, they added. Families of all kinds are welcome to come see the shows, the directors said. They're accustomed to talking louder than crying babies and there's space for antsy tykes to run around and play. “It's a festive, laid-back atmosphere,” Roesler said. Lawn chairs and picnic baskets are encouraged. Dogs are welcome, too. Other animals also watch the shows, the company members report. The stage abuts a wooded area from which deer often appear. And for some reason turtles like to nest around the stage year after year. The average audience size is around 60, Roesler estimated. On a nice night with one of Shakespeare's most popular plays on the stage, the audience has gotten as large as 150. Only a handful of shows have been canceled over the 40 years due to weather. The show goes on even in a light rain, during which members of the audience are welcome to get out their umbrellas. If the rain gets heavy but is only a passing shower, an intermission is taken inside the college. Only a prolonged thunderstorm or a tornado warning will cancel a show.
What the bill does is allow businesses to claim sales tax exemptions at the point of purchase. It's designed to streamline the process and make the exemption easier to claim. Under the old tax rebate system, forms had to be filed during certain windows of time that were so complicated and confusing, especially for small businesses, that only accountants could do the paperwork, if a company applied at all. "This was a significant issue for small business," Wiger said. "We met with a number of people from the White Bear Lake chamber and they asked for this exemption. The red tape was crazy. We knew we had to change it for both job growth and fairness. This was not fair." According to the Minnesota Department of Revenue, the provision for sales tax exemptions on capital equipment purchases saves businesses about $360 million per year. By streamlining the process and providing the exemption upfront, the department estimates more businesses will use the exemption and the value will increase about $15 million per year. A department spokesman, Libby Caulum, said it’s important to note that this is not a new tax benefit for businesses. "The $15 million per year increase is in refunds that would not normally have been claimed by a business under the old process," she said. The chamber's involvement was crucial to the legislation, Wiger said. "Testimony in the tax committee hearings was both excellent and compelling," he recalled. "The White Bear Chamber provided persistence and leadership on this issue. We would have lost an opportunity by not doing this." Steen was one of those who testified at the tax hearings. The impetus to change the tax law started 30 years ago, he said. "I was an engineer in Chicago for International Paper and represented four facilities in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan and Illinois. When I wrote
a project, I had to hit a hurdle rate on return on investment. Because of the Minnesota requirement, our company policy was to add 6.5 percent to a project. The company felt a rebate meant there was no guarantee it would get the [tax] money back. We had to include it in the scope of the proposal and do extra savings to hit the hurdle rates. It was always easier to justify projects at the other three facilities. That always bugged me because Minnesota was my home state. Now for 2016, I'm working on projects that I don't have to add tax into so it's easier to justify capital equipment. This change has the potential to increase investment in Minnesota." The chamber's past chairman, Terry Koves, agreed that businesses all over the state have the local chamber to thank for the new law. "If Ryan (Steen) hadn't said something and Sen. Wiger hadn't grabbed onto it, we'd still be where we were. This not only impacts a significant local player in International Paper, but the whole state." Snell wanted it known that the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce was "supportive" in the effort. Added Wiger, "Yes, others joined in the chorus, but White Bear Lake was the primary testifier. The Minnesota Chamber had been seeking changes for over a decade on this but it took that catalyst from the local group to kick it into high gear. State groups are only as effective as the grassroots organizations." Does Snell think it one of the more significant chamber accomplishments during his tenure? "Yes, I think this is one of the key things we've done for area businesses," he replied. Companies still have to apply for an exemption but the form, ST3, "Certificate of Exemption," is much simpler. The Department of Revenue has a sales tax fact sheet on the exemption change. Included is a definition for capital equipment eligible for the exemption. For more, go to http://content. govdelivery.com/accounts/MNREV/ bulletins/107be86
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Advocates of the sales tax legislation are pictured at International Paper, a company that will benefit from the law change. Included, from left, are Tom Snell, Terry Koves, Ryan Steen, Sen. Chuck Wiger and Jerry Kwapick.
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June 28- July 4, 2015
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Married couple Lucas Gerstner and Ann Frances Gregg met in 2007 while performing in a Shakespeare & Company production.
Sports Center Continued from page 1A The county has experience running 10 other ice arenas, Ackmann noted. Bergquist came to Vadnais from the Highland Arena and oversees six full-time staff. “We were able to bring in the county's management and operations expertise and that has made it a safer and more efficient facility,” Ackmann said. The sports center's electricity bills were reduced by over $100,000 in the first year of county operation, Berquist said. The initial energy-saving changes included updating the arena's dehumidification system. Several additional equipment upgrades are planned in the coming year or two. The list includes replacing all 102 halogen lights in the dome with LEDs and a new dome inflation system with a variable speed motor that will operate on the lower setting when the dome isn't occupied. Also in the plans is a computerized building management system that
would make it easier for staff to turn off the lights, turn down the heat, and other tasks. Later this summer a new customer service desk will be installed near the entrance that serves both the arena and the dome. It's in response to user requests that staff be more accessible, Berquist said. It will be staffed at times and there will be a call box visitors can use to locate a staff person when the desk is unmanned. Safety improvements are happening in the field dome, Berquist said. The fire suppression system was brought up to code and sanitizing equipment for the synthetic field has been ordered. Additional netting also soon will be hung around the fields to protect spectators and track users from wayward balls. County officials also are planning to repurpose some under-utilized space. Northern Educate had been leasing classroom space
at the center but moved to its own quarters last fall as it became B.E. Emerson Preparatory Academy. The weight room expanded into the vacated space for the interim. The plan is to transform some of the space into a conference/party room that sports associations can rent for meetings and parents can rent for birthday parties. Meanwhile, a county task force is considering the future of the county's 11 arenas. The group is looking at the county's ice needs and the costs to update aging arenas and could recommend closing one or more arenas. The group has just begun its work and likely will have recommendations for county board consideration this winter, Oyanagi said. The Vadnais facility definitely won't be considered for closure, he added, but could become the new home to groups displaced by a closure.
1915 Next Monday – the flags will fly, the band will play, and we’ll be there in glad array…Where? The place of course beyond compare, the Little Old Village of White Bear. Parade at 10:00 a.m. from the Fire Hall, headed by the 4th of July Committee, Village Council, Como Park Bank and Fire Department. Races after the parade. Best decorated farmers’ vehicle in parade – first prize $25.00 certificate donated by B. Arcand and $5.00 cash, second prize $7.50 cash, third prize $5.00 cash. Ponies in parade will receive 50 cents and such ponies will be eligible to enter race…. 1940 Bids will be received for the sale of the Whitaker warehouse on Banning Avenue between Second and Third Street. Dimensions 70 x 30, two stories high, can be inspected anytime….Paul Albrecht is preparing to open The Avalon Nook or some such place in the Avalon block shortly after the first. It is to be a streamlined sandwich shop, of no ordinary kind but up to the minute. In fact, Mr. Albrecht is spending $5,000 on the adventure. The place will be swanky enough to suite the most fastidious…. 1965 Anna Marie Ciresi, daughter of Samuel V. Ciresi, 2341 Lakeridge Drive, St. Paul and late Mrs. Ciresi, White
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Paul Albrecht, center, owner of the Avalon Theatre poses with his staff in the 617 Lounge, ca. 1957 Bear Lake, and Richard John Bohaty, son of Mrs. Rudolph Bohaty, 757 W. Jessamine Avenue, St. Paul and the late Mr. Bohaty, were married Saturday in St. Andrews Catholic Church…. 1990 A Birchwood man has spent the past eight months scheduling and organizing entertainment for the U. S. Olympic Festival. Ed Herbert, vice president and general partner of Hartland Talent Marketing, Minneapolis, said his company has scheduled 350-400 entertainers that will include 245 singing the National Anthem and five groups to perform at the Northrop Auditorium….. 2005 Galen Sonnek of Mahtomedi took first place in his class at the Minnesota Truck Driving Championships on June 11 and 12. Sonnek, a professional truck driver for FedEx Ground, competed in the Twin Truck division, one of eight classes in the contest. He had the top cumulative score following the written test, personal in-
terview, driving skills course and a pre-trip inspection where drivers must identify planted safety defects on a tractor-trailer. More than 90 professional drivers came to Burnsville from the across the state to compete… Looking Forward to the Past Upcoming Historical Society Events Fillebrown House Tours 4735 Lake Avenue, White Bear Lake Saturday, July 11th 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 PM. Tours last approx. 1 hour Visit our quaint 1879 lakeside cottage ... A true example of life during the resort era in White Bear Lake. The Fillebrown family occupied the house for most of its years as a residence and donated the house with its contents to the WBL Area Historical Society in 1978. Tickets: $5 Adults, $3 12 and under, WBLAHS members FREE Reservations Recommended: 651-407-5327 Tours also on July 25, August 8 & August 22
– Compiled by Gloria Tessier, Meg Todd and Sara Markoe Hanson at the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society, 651-407-5327
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Lions building footprints for 70 years in the White Bear Lake community While the White Bear Lake Lions Club bear has been asleep for 70 years, the members of the White Bear Lake Lions Club have actively been busy making footprints in the White Bear Lake Community through all of the club’s community service activities and fundraising projects. However, it is now time for the bear to come out of hibernation and join the members of the White Bear Lake Lions Club in their many service and fundraising projects. The White Bear Lake Lions Club was established February 22, 1945. The club is associated with Lions Clubs International, a worldwide service organization. Lions Clubs International has over 1.4 million members, in over 210 countries, with over 46,000 clubs. Lions Clubs International is listed as the number one largest Service Group in the world. There are eleven official languages of Lions Clubs International. Since the time the club was established, the club has been actively serving the community of White Bear Lake, District 5M6, Multiple District 5M and Lions Club International. The White Bear Lake Lions Club thanks the community for supporting our many fundraising events over the years.
Special Lions Club Events! Our Lions fundraisers involve the Bear Water Run, Annual Lions show, Marketfest parking and games and the concession stand at the South Campus Football field. Bear Water Run - September 12 at Ramsey County Beach Annual Lions Show March 10-12, 2016. Held at Central Middle School
The first project the club had, after being chartered in 1945, was to install lights at the high school football field. Imagine 40 some members being able to raise enough money in 1945-1946 to install lights on a football field. Since then we have been involved in numerous projects from the purchase of an ambulance for the community to putting AEDs in schools and other public places. The newest AED has just been purchased and is being placed in the White Bear Lake Emergency Food Shelf. The WBL Lions Club also has a scholarship program and has awarded several scholarships over the years to deserving White Bear Lake Area High School Seniors. The club donates dictionaries to all third graders and thesauruses to all fifth graders in the White Bear Lake School District. We help with school carnivals, recognize the Teacher of the Year and the Excellence Event. The club also has a Vision Program in the school district to help fund glasses for those children whose family cannot afford to purchase glasses. These are just a few of the things we do for the White Bear Lake Area School District. Other areas of involvement include collecting used hearing aids and glasses. We are involved with the Minnesota Lions Vision Foundation, Minnesota Lions Hearing Foundation and the Minnesota Lions Diabetes Foundation. Through these Foundations we help to fund research and clinics at the U of M in hearing, vision and diabetes. Several of our Lions members serve on these Foundations now or have served on the different Foundations in the past. We are also involved with Can Do Canines, which provide service dogs to people with various degrees of handicaps. Some of the Can Do Canine dogs are in the White Bear Lake Area. In 1999-2000 the Lions were instrumental in building a new building for the White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf (WBAEFS) along with a grant from Lions Club International Foundation, community support and other Lions clubs in our Area. The club still makes a monthly contribution
Meet our bear! Please come and see the White Bear Lake Lions Club bear, located at the White Bear Lake Armory, 2228 4th Street, WBL. Please feel free to have your picture taken with our bear and to let your children sit on the bear. to the WBAEFS. Some members also currently volunteer at the food shelf or are on the board of directors for the food shelf. We have helped purchase several Lionmobiles, over the years, to help transport seniors to appointments. Two of our members actually drive the Lionmobile. We are also involved in the Lions HELP program, with several club members helping to perform tasks that local seniors no longer can do. Both of these programs are run through the White Bear Area Senior Program. We support each of these programs thru monthly donations. Community Projects have involved a room at the new library that is named the Lion’s Den, the pavilion at Lakewood Hills Park, Lions Park, along with donations to the Arts Council, Historical Society and Lakeshore Players, Manitou Days and Marketfest. We also recognize our Police and Fire Departments annually at the end of May with a BBQ. The WBL Lions Club has been very involved in the 5M6 District, having had 5 District Governors, Lions all Ken Swenson, Bob Wilson, Lynn Farley, Carol Farley and Paul Kowitz. Recently the club established a 501C3 Foundation called the White Bear Lake Lions Club Foundation. Again the White Bear Lake Lions Club says THANK YOU to the Community of White Bear Lake for supporting the White Bear Lake Lions Club in the past and THANK YOU for your continued support in the future.
Eyeglasses and Hearing Aids Event Please stop by and donate your used eye glasses and hearing aids When: Thurs. July 16 & 23 Where: WBL Armory Time: 6pm - 8:30pm By the Lions’ Bear
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Conservation district dips toe into lake level fray by Debra Neutkens Regional Editor WHITE BEAR LAKE — A joint powers entity to address lake level is back on the drawing board; only this time it's being promoted by the White Bear Lake Conservation District (WBLCD). Mahtomedi's representative on the board of directors, Gene Altstatt, asked the White Bear Lake City Council June 23 to consider joining an organization devoted to solving the lake level issue. He is one of four people on a WBLCD task force looking into forming a joint powers board made up of the five cities surrounding the lake. The conservation district passed a motion to create the board at the request of area legislators, Altstatt said. A joint powers entity would be fiscal agent for dollars that would come through the legislative process to raise the lake level.
"Right now the WBLCD is about docks and weeds," Altstatt told city leaders. "We don't have any water level authority at this point. We were expecting $50,000 to get started, which didn't happen. The $100,000 that did go through this session (to study augmentation) goes to the DNR." The task force doesn't know how the entity is going to happen, but knows it needs a cohesive group. "We need a common voice," Altstatt said. "We want to formulate a group now so we have a leg up in case the Legislature does give us money. We're asking you to participate in this process." City Attorney Roger Jensen found it "ironic" that the communities seeking to form a joint powers organization are the same ones that declined to participate as intervenors in the lake level lawsuit between the White Bear Lake Restoration Association and the Department of Natural Resources.
"Prior to the city and township intervening in the lawsuit, we convened a meeting with all cities, inviting them to create a joint powers agreement to intervene so we could speak with one voice. Only White Bear Lake and White Bear Township decided to participate," Jensen said. The other communities declined to join because "they didn't have a dog in the fight." Altstatt iterated that cities still need to form a common voice. "Our goal is to raise the level of the lake. Eventually it will probably get down to the idea of augmentation," he said. "Whether that is a reality, I think being at the table and having a common voice to whatever the Legislature comes at us with will be an advantage." Jensen suggested the council defer making any commitment to allow time to study the legal implications of the proposal. "There are significant implications regarding augmen-
tation if that is what the purpose of this is," said the city attorney. "The DNR has stated it would not approve augmentation. The district court judge informally said she is not in favor of augmentation. It behooves us to study this proposal." City Manager Mark Sather asked Altstatt to be more specific about forming a joint powers entity that includes five municipalities while excluding cities that aren't members of the WBLCD. "What kind of authority do you hope to achieve? The WBLCD already has authority of a municipality and all the authority of a joint powers agency," Sather said. "Were the legislators looking at just five cities?" In reply, Altstatt said the idea was to start with five cities. Others like Maplewood and Hugo might be invited to join in the future. "The WBLCD attorney advised us we have authoritative shortcomings that need to be ad-
dressed if a joint powers board is started," he added. White Bear Township is willing to "come to the table," Altstatt said, as is Birchwood and Dellwood. Birchwood, he added, is completely against augmentation. The group is trying to schedule a meeting within the next six weeks with the five cities "or those willing to come," noted the Mahtomedi director. "This is something that must evolve." Councilman Dan Jones told Altstatt it sounded like he was supporting augmentation, something Jones said he does not support. "Augmentation seems to be a dirty word, but a word we need to say out loud," Altstatt said. "I think it may evolve into that." Jensen asked that the city be informed if a meeting is scheduled. Sather said staff would be willing to attend on an informal basis.
Special election required for city charter referendum by Kristine Goodrich Editor GRANT — A proposed charter will be decided by Grant residents sooner rather than later. The Grant Charter Commission at its last meeting reversed its plan to wait to submit its suggested charter document until just before the November 2016 general election. Instead, the commission members decided to force a special election in or before September. The charter, if approved, would be a constitution of sorts for the city. The document contains some controversial provisions, such as allowing voters to overturn some council decisions and to remove council members from office. A judge-appointed citizen commission crafted the proposed document, which would supersede any existing conflicting city regulations. Commission Chairwoman Barbara Kelley said she delivered the final draft of the charter to the city clerk on June 22. State statute requires the city to hold a referendum on the charter within 90 days of receipt of the commission's proposal. The City Council will decide when to hold the election. The decision to move up the charter submission date wasn't unanimous and wasn't on the agenda for the commission's June meeting, from which two commission members were absent. Kelley didn't want to share publicly what prompted her to support the move to force a special election this year. Commission members Paul Rogosheske, Jack Smith and Bill David did not respond to invitations
to comment on why they voted in favor of submitting the document earlier than was previously decided. Commission member Larry Lanoux wrote in an email that he is concerned about a proposal to force some east metro communities to convert to surface water for their drinking water. And although there has been no serious discussion about doing so, Lanoux said he worries the Legislature might want to locate the prospective surface water treatment plant in Grant. He said he hopes the proposed charter, which includes a prohibition of any new public water and sewer infrastructure, would provide added protection against a treatment plant. Commission members James Dorsey and Steve Bohnen shared similar reasons for voting in opposition to holding a special election. It would cost more money and it's likely that fewer voters would be engaged, they contended. "… putting the charter before the voters in a general election is more consistent with our country's values of seeking and promoting broader voter participation and buy-in," Dorsey said. "In addition, since Grant has gotten by as a statutory city for well more than a century, there is no need for a quick vote on becoming a charter city. Nor is there any financial reason to incur the added costs of a special election." Bohnen said Washington County estimated it would cost $6,300 to hold a special election. Publication of the proposed charter also will be costly. The city is legally required to publish the document twice in the city's legal newspaper. Cur-
rently that is the Pioneer Press, and Bohnen said he obtained an estimate of $34,000 to publish it twice in the daily paper. Waiting on the charter referendum also would have given the council the opportunity to switch the city's legal newspaper to a smaller and less costly publication, Bohnen said he had hoped. He received an estimate of $7,000 to publish the charter twice in the White Bear Press and The Lowdown (the two Press Publications papers that are distributed in different portions of Grant). Bohnen said he also worried that the potential public controversy over moving to a special election will "distract" from discussion of the merits of the content of the proposed charter. Kelley advised that the commission is planning to host multiple potlucks in July and August to give citizens the opportunity to ask questions about the proposal. Dates haven't yet been decided. A copy of the proposed charter can be found on the city's website. Past stories about the charter proposal can also be found in the presspubs.com archives. The Charter Commission theoretically could change its collective mind again and opt to wait until 2016. State law allows commissions to recall a charter proposal if it hasn't yet been published in the legal newspaper. If a recall request comes after the council has scheduled a special election date, the council would need to consent to the recall. The next Charter Commission meeting is at 7 p.m. July 16 at Mahtomedi City Hall.
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Pictured at the ribbon-cutting, from left, Robert Morse, Mid Country Bank; Marshall Mullet, owner; Cameron Clark, owner; Tom Snell, White Bear Area Chamber; John Lupo, Grandma’s Bakery; Ryan Boog (behind Lupo), Happy Dog Web Productions; Jo Emerson, mayor; Ross Miller, Neston Wealth Management; Ken Galloway, Principal Financial; Victoria Reinhardt, Ramsey County commissioner and Taelor Johnson, Mueller Memorial.
Business Briefs Chiropractor accepting patients Chiropractor Clifford Wilson is now open for business in the Wildwood Shopping Center. A graduate of Northwestern Health Sciences University, Wilson grew Wilson up in Oakdale, just five miles from the White Bear Lake area where both of his grandparents owned small businesses. “For me, starting a business in this community is kind of following a family tradition,” Wilson said. “I am and have always been part of this community.” One of Wilson’s first mentors in chiropractic told him that his job is to love people, and that really stuck with him. “My whole practice is based on a mission to meet people where they are with their health and accomplish their goals. Wilson Family Chiropractic addresses lifestyle
issues from nutrition to posture to exercise to help the whole body function at its best." To celebrate his new practice, the clinic is holding a grand opening 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 15 with live music, root beer floats, cake and giveaways. Wilson Family Chiropractic is located at 943 Wildwood Road, White Bear Lake. To make an appointment, call 651-797-4238 or email wilsonfamilychiropracticmn@gmail.com.
New marketing agency After starting out as a one-man operation in London eight years ago, Catch22 Marketing became an AngloAmerican partnership in October last year between Cameron Clark (the Brit) and Marshall Mullet (the American). Due to expansion, the team has just moved into its new, bright orange-themed office in the White Bear Professional Building in downtown White Bear Lake. Chamber of Commerce members welcomed the firm with a June 16 ribbon-cutting. Clark described their services: "As our website boasts, we design beautiful mobile-friendly websites and specialize in helping businesses generate Web traffic, leads and sales through Inbound marketing.” Find out more at www.catch22marketing.com.
Public gets chance to weigh in on draft water supply plan ST. PAUL — The average daily water use, per person, in the seven-county metro area is about 125 gallons. That includes residential, commercial and industrial uses. Multiply that by a population of nearly three million people, add in forecasted growth multiplied by average daily use and that’s a lot of water being tapped from aquifers and the Mississippi River. Fortunately for residents, the state and region are graced with an abundant supply of water. The region’s water supply is not unlimited, however. While residents rely significantly and increasingly on groundwater, no single source is capable of reliably supplying the region’s entire demand into the future. A combination of approaches is needed. To help preserve and protect the water resources that so greatly contribute to the region’s quality of life, the Minnesota Legislature directed the Metropolitan Council to do water supply planning and, specifically, to develop a metropolitan area master water supply plan. The council adopted the region’s first water supply plan in 2010, and now it’s time for an update. After many months under the guidance of the Metropolitan Area Water Supply Advisory Committee and input from a Community Technical Work Group, the council has released a draft master water supply plan
for public review and comment. Adoption of a final plan is expected later this year. “The council is not a water utility or regulator,” said Water Supply Planning Manager Ali Elhassan. “We don’t issue mandates or water management edicts. Rather, we research and provide information on waterrelated issues, such as the decline in groundwater that we’re experiencing in some parts of the region, which impacts lake and wetland levels.” “We identify trends, maintain a database of technical information, and provide a regional planning perspective,” Elhassan said. “We also work with communities to develop local water supply plans and projects that will help to sustain the region’s water supply and natural amenities long into the future.” The plan includes: • Guidance for local water supply planning as part of the local comprehensive planning process • Current and future water uses • Water supply sources and limits • Key water supply issues, environmental change and uncertainties • Working toward sustainability • Collaboration and action steps “Water is life,” Elhassan noted. “It’s critical not only
to the region’s livability; it’s key to our health, the economy, and economic prosperity. To be good stewards, we need a good plan.” Schedule for Public Review June 25 - Public comment period begins July 21 at 1:30 p.m. - Informational meeting Maplewood Community Center July 28 at 10 a.m. - Informational meeting Minnetonka Community Center Aug. 11 at 5 p.m. - Public hearing in St. Paul; Met Council Chambers Aug. 21 - Last day to submit comments More information about these events is available on the council’s water supply planning website: http://tinyurl.com/pqnnpco. To comment, attend an informational meeting or the public hearing on the master plan update. Then either write the Met Council at 390 Robert St. N., St. Paul, MN 55101 (Attn: Lanya Ross); email the council at public. info@metc.state.mn.us or record a comment on the Public Comment Line at 651-602-1500 (TTY 651-291-0904). — Metropolitan Council press release
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Sports Sports Briefs
Magic at nationals
Archers at worlds Eleven members of the White Bear Lake archery team at the elementary, middle school and high school levels compete against archers from around the world July 23-25 at the 2015 National Archery in the Schools Program World Tournament in Nashville, Tennessee. The Bears are ranked among the top 20 percent of teams in the nation.
The Magic 16U Golf softball team won the ASA National Qualifiers in Wayzata June 7, earning a trip to the national tournament in Chatanooga, Tennessee in July. Players include Meagan Bliese, Rylie Lonetti, Shannon Motzko, Cameron Veenbaas, Sam Rambo, Amanda Dickmeyer, Megan Ruppelke, Alexis Jacobs, Ashley Mickschl, Hanna Mortenson and Ally Hjort.
Fundraiser successful
and raised $10,500 for children to attend a Lutheran school in Martin, Slovakia. Chris Peterson received an Arnold Palmer numbered print from Kevin McCauley of Stillwater Motors for his hole-in-one.
Wrestling fundraiser The WBLAHS wrestling team holds its 18th annual Wrestling Alumni Golf Tournament at 1 p.m. Monday July 13 at Indian Hills Golf Club in Stillwater. Sign up by Coach Craig Nasvik at 651-483-8384.
St. Andrew’s Vision Slovakia Golf Fundraiser at Indian Hills Golf Club June 1 drew 84 golfers
Becker drafted by the Bruins Mahtomedi's Jack Becker was one of seven players with Minnesota connections selected in last week's NHL Draft in Sunrise, Florida. Becker was selected by the Boston Bruins in the seventh round with the 195th pick. The center was captain of the Zephyrs last season, leading them to the section crown and state tournament. Listed at 6-foot-3, 188 pounds, Becker was the last of 10 Bruin picks in the draft. They had a trio of first-round selections, and three in the second round. Becker Tweeted: "Unbelievable feeling! Thanks to everyone who has supported me. Couldn't be more honored and grateful to be drafted by the Boston Bruins." The senior as of this fall has committed to Wisconsin.
Obituary Notices Hudak Mary Therese Hudak Age 58 of White Bear Lake, formerly of Columbia Heights. Mary was born on May 28, 1957 to Steve Jr. and Dorothy Hudak. She attended Christ Child School of St. Paul, east Metro and Spring Lake Park School. Mary was involved with every group imaginable and was very active in R.I.S.E., Chicago City DAC, Phoenix Alternative, Donatelli’s Restaurant, Hudak White Bear Lake Armory, Payless Shoes, the Special Olympics (both Columbia Heights and White Bear Lake), and many more organizations. In her free time, she enjoyed many physical activities including bowling, swimming, bocce ball, and track and field. Her hobbies were traveling, going out for dinner, baking, putting together puzzles, shopping, attending parades, ice cream, chocolate, spending time with her family and friends. Mary loved life and adored both of her families: the Hudak family and her NER (NorthEast Residence) family. Her favorite sayings included: “Come on,” “No way,” “I’m rich,” “Now what?” “Feet hurt,” “Wake up,” “Hey you,” “Don’t know,” “Cute guy,” “I’ll pay” and many more sayings. Preceded in death by parents, Steve Jr. and Dorothy. Will be dearly missed by siblings, Stephan (Juli) of St. Anthony, Diane Jones of Coon Rapids, Virginia (Scott) Petersen of Hackensack, Timothy (Barb) of Zimmerman and Tom of Backus; and many nieces and nephews, Mackenzie, Joshua Petersen, Brittany Sinclair, Molly, Abigail, Zachary, Mikayla, and Michael; and more family and friends than can be listed. Mass was held at St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church last week with a private interment at Fairview Cemetery in Lindstrom. Mueller Memorial is serving the family. To leave a message of condolence, please visit www.MuellerMemorial.com or call 651-429-4944 for more information.
Miezwa Raymond Miezwa Age 87, of White Bear Lake, passed away on June 21, 2015. Preceded in death by children, Anthony, Michael David, David Michael and Lori; 4 brothers; and parents. Survived by loving wife, Mary Ellen Maczka; children, Tim, Kim, Meg (Keith Orstrom) Terra (Peter Leventhal), Shelly, Cookie (Rick LaHa), Reva (Art Miezwa Bedore); grandchildren, Ileah, Dylan, Luke, Terra; and many other relatives and friends. Ray was an exceptional artist, honest, loving and a wonderful “Pollock”. Mass of Christian Burial was Saturday, June 27 at St. Mary of the Lake, White Bear Lake. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery.
Nadeau Delores Regina Nadeau (nee Tauer) Age 81 of White Bear Lake. Beloved Mother, Grandma, Great-Grandma. Delores was born on November 17, 1933 in Circle Pines to Lucille (nee Kuchinski) and George Tauer. She attended and graduated from White Bear Lake High School. She married the love of her life, Clayton Nadeau, on April 11, 1953. Delores was a longtime employee of the White Bear Lake Nadeau School District where she worked as a cook. Outside of work, Delores loved to garden, play cards, knit, crochet, cook, bake (especially Christmas cookies), golf and much more. She loved to volunteer and would be found volunteering for church events (the carnival, funeral luncheons, Monday morning church clean up, etc.) and community events (feeding the homeless or other community organizations). More than anything, Delores loved spending time with her family, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by husband, Clayton; mother, Lucy; and father, George. Survived by sister, Yvonne (Marvin) Christianson. She will be deeply missed by children, Cliff (Tari), Kile (Jenny), and Craig (Kelly); grandchildren, Jessica (Richie) Miehe, Rebecca (Seth) Engberg, David (Allysa), Jamie, Daniel, Cody, Carley, and Emily; great-granddaughters, Lucy Miehe, Pearl Miehe, Sage Miehe, Averie Engberg, and Elsie Nadeau. Mass of Christian Burial was Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church, White Bear Lake. Interment at church cemetery. Memorials preferred to St. Mary of the Lake Church or HealthEast Hospice. Mueller Memorial is serving the family. To leave a message of condolence, visit www.MuellerMemorial.com or call 651-429-4944 for more information.
Pew Judith Bowe Pew, 80, of White Bear Lake, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loving family and friends, on June 26, 2015 after a long battle with stomach cancer and Alzheimer's disease. Born in Chicago on January 30, 1935, Judy was the second daughter of Alvin and Marion Bowe and is preceded in death by them and by her sister Susan Adamson. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who adored and celebrated Pew her dear family. Judy is survived by her adored husband of 60 years, Arthur E. Pew III who was her devoted companion and dearest friend. She is also survived by her 4 children, Karen (Steve) Matysik, Lindy (Hans) Bucher, Arthur "Chip" (Shari) Pew IV, and Marion “Mari” Pew; 10 grandchildren, William “Will” Matysik, Taylor Matysik, Nicole (Ramiro) De Acevedo Ramos, Kessler (Adrienne) Horty, Julius Bucher, Arthur "A.J." Pew V, Leland Pew, Alvin Zavadil, Abigail “Abby” Zavadil, and Adeline “Ada” Zavadil; 2 great-grandchildren, Delfina De Acevedo Ramos, and Desmond Horty, and legions of amazing friends, some of whom were especially close and dear to her. Judy was full of joy and laughter and would always be the
first to tell you how lucky she was to have so much love in her life, so many amazing friends, and so many wonderful organizations and communities for whom she was a devoted supporter. She was the creator and director of White Bear's beloved Central Follies, a 37-year friend of Bill W., an active proponent of teen sobriety, founder of Garden Patch designs, a contributor to White Bear Center for the Arts, a forever philanthropist for organizations that aided those in need, and an amazing homegrown master gardener. In fact, her love of friends and flowers became her catchphrase: "friends are flowers that brighten your day." After winning the hearts and adoration of nearly every person she met with her heartfelt greeting of "darling!" and wonderful Lambie hugs, Judy will be dearly, dearly missed. Visitation Thursday, July 2 from 4-8 p.m. at Honsa Family Funeral Home, 2460 County Road East, White Bear Lake. Funeral Friday, July 3 at 11 a.m. at First Lutheran Church, 4000 Linden St., White Bear Lake, with additional visitation 1 hour prior to funeral service. In lieu of flowers, Judy asked that memorials to be made to the White Bear Center for the Arts.
Riedel John Charles Riedel Age 51 Formerly of White Bear Lake John passed away unexpectedly May 26, 2015 in Los Angeles, California where he lived for many years. He grew up in White Bear Lake and attended Lakeaires and Sunrise schools and graduated from Mariner High School in 1982. He went on to earn his BFA degree from Summit College of Fine Arts. He was active in the youth programs at First Lutheran and became an Eagle Scout with Troop 112. He was an accountant in Glendale, California. John is survived by his loving parents, John and Babs Riedel, and will be greatly missed by his siblings, Dianna (Kerry) Dahl, Paul (Michelle) Riedel and Melanie Grundy and was adored by his nephew Nicholas (Michelle) Riedel and niece Victoria Gagnon. He will be remembered for his big heart, his genuine smile and the joy he brought to everyone. Memorial services were held in Bellflower, California and again at Incarnation Lutheran Church in Shoreview.
Death Notices Hosch Eugene J. "Gene" Hosch, 81, of White Bear Lake, died June 19. At his request, no visitation. Private interment at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery.
Johnson Bret Johnson, 44, of Vadnais Heights, died June 19. Celebration of life was June 24 at Dellwood Country Club. Donations preferred to Melanoma Research Foundation.
public notices NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE PUBLIC NOTICE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: September 24, 2010 MORTGAGOR: Scott E. Ek and Michelle D. Commander Ek, husband and wife. MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc.. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded January 19, 2011 Washington County Recorder, Document No. 3827507. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Bank of America, N.A. successor by merger to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP f/k/a Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP. Dated March 8, 2012 Recorded March 20, 2012, as Document No. 3880089. TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 100248900000049313 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Rescue Mortgage, Inc. dba Mortgage Depot, a Corporation RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Bank of America, N.A. MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 210 Warner Avenue North, Mahtomedi, MN 55115 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 29.030.21.13.0076 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lots 5 and 6, Block 1, Third Addition to Forest Heights COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Washington ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $252,940.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $259,662.62 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: July 29, 2015 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Sheriff’s Office, Law Enforcement Center, 15015 62nd Street North, Stillwater, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law,
the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on January 29, 2016 unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE:None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: May 22, 2015 Bank of America, N.A. Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 18 - 15-002774 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published six times in the White Bear Press on June 10, 17, 24, July 1, 8 and 15, 2015.
NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE PUBLIC NOTICE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: March 22, 2007 MORTGAGOR: Burch O. Gustafson and Audrey Gustafson, husband and wife. MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded March 27, 2007 Ramsey County Recorder, Document No. 4017386. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association successor by merger Chase Home Finance, LLC. Dated April 21, 2011 Recorded April 26, 2011, as Document No. 4277268. TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
ON MORTGAGE: 100154070001024509 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: American Residential Mortgage, LP RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 2677 South Shore Boulevard, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 24.30.22.44.0007 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 38, Block 1, Bellaire, White Bear Lake, Ramsey County, Minnesota. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Ramsey ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $400,000.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $506,899.87 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: August 4, 2015 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Sheriff’s Office, Lowry Building / City Hall Annex, 25 West 4th Street, Suite 150, St. Paul, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within five (5) weeks from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives pursuant to prior mortgage postponement under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on September 8, 2015, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE:None Dated: June 3, 2015 JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 30 - 15-002950 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published six times in the White Bear Press on June 17, 24, July 1, 8, 15 and 22, 2015.
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public notices CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE OF MINNESOTA Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes, the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting business in the State of Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies: 1. The assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is: Lakeside Floral 2. The address of the principal place of business is or will be: 109 Wildwood Road Willernie, MN 55090 3. The name and address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name. (Only one signature is required by law.) Note: if the business owner is a corporation, you must list the legal corporate name and the legal Registered Office of the corporation. FLOWerr Shop, LLC 109 Wildwood Road Willernie, MN 55090 4. This certificate is an amendment of Certificate of Assumed Name number 475180100025 filed with the Secretary of State on 0/01/2012. I certify that I am authorized to sign this certificate and I further certify that I understand that by signing this certificate, I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath. Dated: August 1, 2014 Signed: Elishia Robson, Chief Manager Published two times in the White Bear Press on July 1 and 8, 2015.
CERTIFICATE OF AMENDED ASSUMED NAME OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE OF MINNESOTA Pursuant to Chapter 333, Minnesota Statutes, the undersigned, who is or will be conducting or transacting business in the State of Minnesota under an assumed name, hereby certifies: 1. The assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted is: Kempenich Counseling 2. The address of the principal place of business is or will be: 1040 Desoto Street St. Paul, MN 55130 3. The name and address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name. (Only one signature is required by law.) Note: if the business owner is a corporation, you must list the legal corporate name and the legal Registered Office of the corporation. Rebecca Kempenich 1040 Desoto Street St. Paul, MN 55130 4. This certificate is an amendment of Certificate of Assumed Name number 492321300025 filed with the Secretary of State on June 7, 2012. I certify that I am authorized to sign this certificate and I further certify that I understand that by signing this certificate, I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate under oath. Dated: May 29, 2015 Signed: Rebecca Kempenich Published two times in the White Bear Press on June 24 and July 1, 2015.
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA PUBLIC NOTICE 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-PRK8046-KB OPENING DATE: JULY 16, 2015 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMEY COUNTY SEEKS THE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF THE EXISTING BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT IN THE MAINTENANCE YARD AT RAMSEY COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT. IN ADDITION, EARTH BERMS AND DRAINAGE AREAS WILL BE CREATED BETWEEN EXISTING YARD AND EXISTING COUNTY GOLF COURSE. PRE SOLICITATION RESPONSE CONFERENCE: PARKS & RECREATION DEPT, 2015 N VAN DYKE ST, MAPLEWOOD, MN 55109 - MAIN LOBBY JULY 2, 2015 AT 10:00 A.M. CST SOLICITATION: RFP-PH555-8807-KR OPENING DATE: JULY 16, 2015 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY, THROUGH THE PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT, SEEKS TO PROCURE A QUALIFIED VENDOR TO RESPOND TO INQUIRIES TO THE 633-EASY HOTLINE WITH CONSISTENT AND ACCURATE INFORMATION AND EDUCATION BY RESPONDING TO TELEPHONE, TEXT AND LIVE CHAT INQUIRIES ABOUT HOW TO RECYCLE, DISPOSE, OR OTHERWISE MANAGE DISCARDED MATERIALS (SOLID WASTE) GENERATED BY HOUSEHOLDS. SOLICITATION: RFP-PH555-8914-KR OPENING DATE: AUGUST 6, 2015 PROJECT DESCRIPTON: RAMSEY COUNTY, THROUGH THE SAINT PAUL – RAMSEY COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT, SEEKS PROPOSALS FROM QUALIFIED PARTIES TO PROVIDE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SERVICES IN SUPPORT OF THE COUNTY’S ENVIRONMENTAL AND OPERATION GOALS. PRE SOLICITATION RESPONSE CONFERENCE: SAINT PAUL – RAMSEY COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH, ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH DIVISION, 2785 WHITE BEAR AVENUE NORTH, MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, 55109 JULY 15, 2015 AT 9:00 A.M. SOLICITATION: RFP-PH555-8916-KR OPENING DATE: JULY 30, 2015 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY, THROUGH THE SAINT PAUL – RAMSEY COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT, SEEKS A CONSULTANT TO PROVIDE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO RAMSEY COUNTY AND OTHER PUBLIC ENTITIES ON RECYCLING AND SOLID WASTE ISSUES. SOLICITATION: RFB-PUBW15817-KB OPENING DATE: JULY 30, 2015 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY SEEKS A CONTRACTOR TO PERFORM ROAD RECONSTRUCTION INCLUDING UNBOUND CONCRETE OVERLAY, INTERSECTION WIDENING, STORM SEWER, SIDEWALKS, SIGNALS, AND CONCRETE CURB AND GUTTER. SOLICITATION: RFB-SHRF-7216R-MS OPENING DATE: JULY 30, 2015 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RAMSEY COUNTY, THROUGH THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE SEEKS A QUALIFIED CONTRACTOR TO FURNISH, INSTALL, AND DELIVER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT. THE CONTRACTOR MUST ALSO PROVIDE COMPLETE REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL OF THE EXISTING KITCHEN EQUIPMENT. PRE SOLICITATION RESPONSE CONFERENCE: 425 GROVE STREET, ST. PAUL, MN 55101 JULY 17, 2015 AT 9:00 A.M. CST. Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on July 1, 2015.
NORTHEAST METRO 916 WHITE BEAR LAKE, MINNESOTA BOARD NOTES MAY 5, 2015 The regular meeting of the School Board of Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District was held on Tuesday, May 5, 2015, at Bellaire School and the following business was transacted. Meeting Called to Order The meeting was called to order by Chair Brunnette at 6:00 p.m. Roll Call of Attendance Members present: Lodico-12, Palmer-13, Forsberg-16, Edstrom-623, Newberg-624 (left at 7:00 p.m.), Theisen-831, Schwartz-832, Brunnette-833, and Ptacek-834. Members absent: Lindblad-14, Sager-621, and Auge’-622. Also present: Connie S. Hayes, superintendent. Approval of Agenda Adopted the agenda as printed, limited discussion to the approved agenda, and accepted the list of items proposed for consent adoption. Board Calendar Dates Tuesday, May 19, 2015 – Program visit from 9:00 -11:45 am to Valley Crossing Community School, Alternate Learning Program at Valley Crossing, and Auditory/Oral Program at Stillwater ECFE 2015 Graduation Schedule Tuesday, June 2, 2015 – School Board meeting at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 16, 2015 – 916 Education Foundation 28th Annual Golf Tournament, Indian Hills Golf Club Wednesday, June 17, 2015 – School Board work session at 4:00 p.m. Questions and/or Comments from Citizens Present on Agenda Items Superintendent Hayes introduced Anna Rae Shropfer, a special education coordinator from the St. Francis School District. She has been shadowing Superintendent Hayes as a superintendent intern today. Presentation: Elementary Alternate Learning Programs Amy Johncox, manager of the elementary Alternate Learning Programs (ALP) at John Glenn and Valley Crossing, and Laura Leslie, teacher presented success stories from their three-year project to increase their focus on positive behaviors, creating a literacy-rich learning environment and increasing experiential learning opportunities. These initiatives have all created a positive impact on their students. They have also increased positive communications with parents. The introduction of instructional coaches has been a positive impact. These two programs will move to the Lake Elmo site when it opens. Capitol View Center Update on Costs and Timelines Kristine Carr, director of administrative services, along with representatives from Kraus-Anderson Construction Company and LSE Architects, will meet with member district business managers (includes six new business managers) on May 21 at Capitol View Center (CVC) to present the cost and timeline information. She presented detailed cost and timeline information to the school board for each of the two options, noting that with either design option, the costs will increase approximately two million dollars per year due to construction cost inflation and continues to be refined. Superintendent Hayes solicited feedback from board members on a common tool they received that can be used with their school boards. She noted that Roseville is interested in space for their ABE program at CVC, and they will be doing their own facility study. Tool feedback included: (a) number of students from each of the member districts that are being served by programs at CVC, (b) more facts about the aging systems, (c) link to web site, and (d) link to CVC video. Dissemination of Superintendent Evaluation Tool Board members received a copy of the superintendent evaluation tool and were asked to complete and return the evaluation by May 31.
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, Transfers, Change in Employment Status, Reassignment, Termination, Leave of Absence) Donations Approval of Board Policies (no changes) Designation of Identified Official with Authority-Northeast Metro 916 Designation of Identified Official with Authority-Valley Crossing Final Revisions to FY15 Budget Kristine Carr, director of administrative services, noted that the real change in the final budget is in the construction budget for Karner Blue Education Center in anticipation of final contract payments. Approved the 2014-15 operating budget for Northeast Metropolitan Intermediate District 916 as follows: Final Final Revenues Expenditures Career & Technical 01 Career & Technical $2,671,497 $2,682,410 04 Area Learning Center 3,664,713 3,638,213 Subtotal $6,336,210 $6,320,623 Special Education 02 Special Ed General $26,246,741 $26,687,531 30 Contract Srvs/Projects 6,241,361 6,434,008 Subtotal $32,488,102 $33,121,539 Post Secondary Education 03 Agency Fund $13,279 $13,279 09 Career & Tech/SpEd Stud Clubs 47,805 47,805 10 Projects Federal 1,016,376 1,016,376 Subtotal $1,077,460 $1,077,460 Valley Crossing 41 VC-General $6,233,487 $6,353,304 41 VC-Reserve for Capital 154,314 125,530 44 VC-Kdgn Plus Program 875 875 47 VC-Debt Redemption 1,437,425 1,438,875 49 VC-Student Clubs 52,131 52,131 Subtotal $7,878,232 $7,970,715 District-Wide 08 District-Wide General $9,906,960 $9,232,454 08 Reserve for Health & Safety 94,109 99,748 20 Internal Service Fund 143,636 109,941 26 Bldg Constr – Karner Blue 1,314,818 27 Bldg Constr – Karner Blue 1,353,350 1,355,650 Subtotal $11,498,055 $12,112,611 GRAND TOTAL $59,278,059 $60,602,948 Approval of Board Policies These policies were presented at the April 7 Board meeting for review and comment. No changes have been made. Policy 506-Student Discipline was pulled to reconsider adding e-cigarettes. Adopted board policies of the Board Policy Manual as follows: 410 – Family Medical Leave Policy (revised) 413 – Harassment and Violence (replace with new) 524 – Technology Responsible Use Safety Policy (revised) Resolution Rescinding Proposed Placement on Unrequested Leave of Absence Rescinded the School Board action taken at its regular meeting on April 7, 2015, proposing to place Dave Kelsey (.2 FTE), a teacher of said school district, on unrequested leave of absence (without pay or fringe benefits) effective at the end of the 2014-2015 school year no later than June 30, 2015, pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 122A.40 and Article XV, Section 3 of the current Agreement between Northeast Metropolitan Intermediate School District No. 916 and the 916 Federation of Teachers, Local 3748. Resolution Placing Certain Teachers on Unrequested Leave of Absence Placed the below-named Teachers on unrequested leave of absence without pay or fringe benefits from Northeast Metropolitan Intermediate School District 916 effective on June 30, 2015, pursuant to Minn. Stat. 122A.40 and the Teachers’ collective bargaining agreement on the grounds of financial limitations, lack of pupils and discontinuance of position: 1. Lisa Geng, teacher, elementary education, 1.0 FTE 2. Jane Mortenson, assistant manager, 1.0 FTE 3. Tom Spehn, teacher, construction occupations, .2 FTE 4. Teresa White, teacher, dental assistant, .2 FTE 5. Kimberly Wismar, teacher, art, .25 FTE Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Independent School District No. 834 for Auditory Oral Program The partnership that resulted during the building of the ISD 834 ECFE building between Northeast Metro 916 and ISD 834 requires that students in the Northeast Metro 916 AO program attend kindergarten classes at a typical Stillwater K-6 building. This is an important part of the process to ready students to go back to their home district elementary school. This agreement provides the framework for notifications of the number of kindergarten slots needed each year for our students. The agreement now also aligns to the termination clauses within the building lease of the space. Approved the agreement with ISD 834 regarding the process for holding kindergarten slots for the Northeast Metro 916 Auditory Oral program. Commissioning of Lake Elmo Facility Proposals were requested from three firms for commissioning services on the new school in Lake Elmo. These firms were Hallberg Engineering, LHB Inc., and Karges-Faulconbridge, Inc. Karges Faulconbridge, Inc. was the low cost proposal and they were also the commissioning firm for Karner Blue Education Center. They provided an excellent team and product during that commissioning work. Commissioning of new buildings is required per Minnesota Statute. Below were the proposed costs from each firm:
Firm KFI – base bid Alternate 1 – Provide design review Alternate 2 – Review major submittals Alternate 3 – Video recording of training Alternate 4 – Provide warranty review Alternate 5 – Sound testing Hallberg Engineering – base bid Alternate 1 – videotaped training LHB, Inc
Base Bid $45,600 $ 1,500 $ 750 $ 1,300 $ 1,500 $ 1,500 $54,500 $ 4,000 $58,141
Accepted the base fee plus alternate #1 from Karges Faulconbridge Inc. for commissioning of the new school in Lake Elmo. Board Forum Member Newberg reported that White Bear Lake is in the midst of non-stop employee and student recognitions and graduations. They will be implementing a new partnership policy that will be reevaluated annually. Member Schwartz reported that Mahtomedi’s strategic planning work with a community group continues. She noted that the 916 Education Foundation Board is looking for a few board members and is soliciting applications. Their 28th annual golf tournament is on June 16. Member Newberg left at this point in the meeting. Member Edstrom reported that Roseville’s new superintendent will be starting August 1 and comes to Roseville from Robbinsdale. The community was involved in the interviewing process. Their district will also be busy with prom, recognition events, and graduation. The Lake Owasso property has not sold, but they do have a purchase agreement with a developer. Member Theisen reported that she attended the Parents United news conference. The district continues to work on their bond questions for the election in November. Their FFA will host an open house on May 8. The high school is performing The Crucible. Member Palmer reported that Columbia Heights hired the new principal for Columbia Academy, and will now be hiring a new Director of Teaching & Learning. The district is starting some of its summer building projects. Summer Academy will, for the eighth year, be hosted by Columbia Heights— about 1,200 students attend. Member Ptacek reported that Stillwater has been very busy with legislative work—they are very concerned about Q-Comp. They have met the requirements, but have not been funded. Their facilities questions will be put to voters next week on May 12. Member Lodico reported that Centennial is planning its summer projects as a result of their approved bond issue last fall. The district will be going out for an operating levy in the fall. They are negotiating with all employee groups. Graduation will be June 6. Member Forsberg reported that Spring Lake Park is busy with awards programs, National Honor Society, and many other events. The high school is performing Shrek the Musical. They have two studies going on with branding and facilities that may involve grade reconfiguration and a new building. On the Life to the Max program (Channel 4) on May 9, there will be a conversation with Montel Williams celebrating public education. Board members were provided with a copy of information from AMSD’s last meeting. Board members were encouraged to contact their legislators by phone and email. Member Brunnette reported that South Washington County has a new principal starting on July 1 at East Ridge who came from Grand Rapids High School. Graduations are coming up for their three high schools. The board is discussing a referendum for potentially $180 million, also an operating levy. Superintendent Hayes noted that Northeast Metro 916 moved from one large employee recognition event to small recognition events at each site/ program. She will provide a link to the thank-you video in the Talking Points. Six of our member districts are engaged in the Academic-Return on Investment study with the District Management Council (DMC). Those studies are coming to a close this school year. Jenna Johnshoy, our data research analyst, helped put data together for the districts. Superintendent Hayes will be taking Jenna on the road and offering member districts the opportunity some of her skillset in helping with data and reporting needs in their districts. Our district had a team in Chicago for a DMC conference talking about big data and using it like in big businesses. She commented that she is happy to see the new superintendents that have been selected and hired. Meeting Adjourned Adjourned the meeting at 7:32 p.m. Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on July 1, 2015.
STATE OF MINNESOTA DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF RAMSEY SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT SUMMONS COURT FILE NO: CASE TYPE: CIVIL Brenda Mathias, Plaintiff, v. Wu Li, Defendant. THIS SUMMONS IS DIRECTED TO WU LI. 1. YOU ARE BEING SUED. The Plaintiff has started a lawsuit against you. The Plaintiff’s Complaint against you is attached to this Summons. Do not throw these papers away. They are official papers that affect your rights. You must respond to this lawsuit even though it may not yet be filed with the Court and there may be no Court File Number on this Amended Summons. 2. YOU MUST REPLY WITHIN 20 DAYS TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS. You must give or mail to the person who signed this Amended Summons a written response called an Answer within 20 days of the date on which you received this Amended Summons. You must send a copy of your Answer to the person who signed this Amended Summons located at: Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn 3200 Main Street NW, Suite 370 Coon Rapids, MN 55448 3. YOU MUST RESPOND TO EACH CLAIM. The Answer is your written response to the Plaintiff’s Complaint. In your Answer you must state whether you agree or disagree with each paragraph of the Complaint. If you believe the Plaintiff should not be given everything asked for in the Complaint, you must say so in your Answer. 4. YOU WILL LOSE YOUR CASE IF YOU DO NOT SEND A WRITTEN RESPONSE TO THE COMPLAINT TO THE PERSON WHO SIGNED THIS AMENDED SUMMONS. If you do not answer within 20 days, you will lose this case. You will not get to tell your side of the story, and the Court may decide against you and award the Plaintiff everything asked for in the Complaint. If you do not want to contest the claims stated in the Complaint, you do not need to respond. A default judgment can then be entered against you for the relief requested in the Complaint. 5. LEGAL ASSISTANCE. You may wish to get legal help from a lawyer. If you do not have a lawyer, the Court Administrator may have information about places where you can get legal assistance. Even if you cannot get legal help, you must still provide a written Answer to protect your rights or you may lose the case. 6. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. The parties may agree to or be ordered to participate in an alternative dispute resolution process under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice. You must still send your written response to the Complaint even if you expect to use alternative means of resolving this dispute. KALLEMEYN & KALLEMEYN Dated: March 26, 2015 Charles C. Kallemeyn, ID# 18905 Attorney for Plaintiff Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn 3200 Main Street NW, Suite 370 Coon Rapids, MN 55448 Published three times in the White Bear Press on July 1, 8, and 15, 2015.
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 624 WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN 55110 MINUTES MAY 18, 2015 A work-study session of the White Bear Lake Area School Board was held on Monday, May 18, 2015 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 – Newberg called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.. Roll Call – Present: Chapman, Mullin, Newberg, Storey, Swanson. Absent: Hiniker, Kimball. Ex-Officio: Lovett;Cabinet: Daniels, Garrison, Kazmierczak, Paul, Vette, Wehrkamp DISCUSSION ITEMS: 1)Update on School Board/Superintendent Goals a) Report on Early Childhood Review Summary – Nancy Melquist (Early Childhood Supervisor) and Danielle Mickelson (Early Childhood Special Education Supervisor), presented a summary on the district’s preschool and early childhood programs, including enrollment data at all four sites, program design, student growth data and assessment of family needs. Recommendations for next steps include the importance of measuring kindergarten readiness, collaboratively working with elementary staff, facility study and long-term program planning. Complete information on the presentation can be found on the district’s website. b) Quarterly Budget Update and Preliminary Presentation on Budget for 2015-16 – Kazmierczak and Vaske provided an update on the draft preliminary budget for FY 2016, and projected budgets for FY 2017 – 2019. Complete information on the presentation can be found on the district’s website. c) Report on Preliminary Recommendation for Targeted Services for 2015-16 School Year – Paul, Wehrkamp, John Leininger (Principal, Matoska International IB World School), Jason Healy (Principal, Hugo Elementary), Terry Dahlem (Principal, Oneka Elementary), and Christina Thayer-Marmitt (Extended Day Program Coordinator) provided a summary of the district’s K-5 targeted services after school programming through Community Services and in conjunction with the district’s partnership with the YMCA. Complete information on the presentation can be found on the district’s website. d) Update on Communications and Marketing Plan – Vette provided an update on year four in the implementation of the district’s communications and marketing plan. Complete information on the presentation can be found on the district’s website. ADOURNMENT:Chapman motioned and Newberg seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:37 p.m. Submitted by: Lori Swanson, Clerk. Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 1, 2015.
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 624 WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN 55110 MINUTES JUNE 8, 2015 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 8, 2015, in Community Room 112 at District Center, 4855 Bloom Avenue, White Bear Lake, MN. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chair Newberg. Roll call: Hiniker, Kimball, Mullin, Newberg, Storey. Swanson, Chapman. Ex-Officio:Lovett. Pledge of Allegiance. Hiniker moved, Swanson seconded to approve the agenda. Voice vote: all ayes. Motion carried. Storey moved, Chapman seconded to approve the consent agenda consisting of: minutes approval of regular meeting on May 11, 2015 and work-study session of May 18, 2015; Treasurer’s report, payment of invoices, acceptance of gifts, field trip, personnel items as recommended. Roll call vote: ayes- Hiniker, Kimball, Mullin, Newberg, Storey. Swanson, Chapman. PUBLIC FORUM – There were no speakers during public forum. INFORMATION ITEMS:1) Partnership with Century College – Assistant Superintendent, Sara Paul, South Campus Principal, Tim Wald, and Century College administrator, Michael Berndt, provided an overview of a new partnership between WBLAHS and Century College that will allow district students the opportunity to receive credit concurrently at WBLAHS and Century College in the course offerings of Critical Reading and Algebra 3. 2) Superintendent’s Report: Prior to tonight’s meeting, the school board recognized the Boys and Girls Track Teams for state- and national-level honors; The Boys Golf Team and Boys Lacrosse Team will compete in the state tournament; The following graduation ceremonies took place in June: Transition Plus, White Bear Lake Area Learning Center and White Bear Lake Area High School – South Campus; Lincoln Elementary School student, Emma Merriman, created the 2015 Manitou Days button, and Oneka Elementary School student, Kylie Herrick, was a runner-up in the contest; Nine elementary students will be walking in the Manitou Days Parade in June as winners of the “All American Bears” writing contest; and Marketfest begins June 18, and the district will have a booth at the weekly event. DISCUSSION ITEMS: 1) School Board Meeting Dates for 2015-16- The administration is recommending the School Board review the proposed official School Board meeting dates for 2015-16 and take action at the July meeting. 2) Presentation on Proposed Budget for 2015-16 – Dr. Kazmierczak provided background information on the 2015-16 budget. OPERATIONAL ITEMS: 1) Hiniker moved and Mullin seconded to approve the fiscal year 2016 budget as presented. Roll call vote: all ayes; nays: none. Motion carried. 2) Chapman moved and Kimball seconded to approve the property and casualty insurance package with the Minnesota Insurance Scholastic Trust (MIST) in the amount of $315,406 effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016. Roll call vote: all ayes; nays: none. Motion carried. 3) Storey moved and Hiniker seconded to authorize District administration to bind coverage for workers compensation insurance effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016 at a cost no greater than $691,998. Roll call vote: all ayes; nays: none. Motion carried. 4) Chapman moved and Swanson seconded to accept the bid for the Otter Lake Elementary Masonry repairs deferred maintenance project submitted by Building Restorations, Inc. in the amount of $196,062. Roll call vote: all ayes; nays: Mullin. Motion carried. 5) Swanson moved and Mullin seconded to approve Policies 506, 509, 510, and 526 as recommended by the School Board Policy Committee and administration. Roll call vote: all ayes; nays: none. Motion carried. BOARD FORUM – Kimball recognized retiring district staff and thanked them for their years of service. ADJOURNMENT – Hiniker moved and Newberg seconded to adjourn the meeting at 8:04 p.m. Submitted by: Lori Swanson, Clerk Published one time in the White Bear Press on July 1, 2015.
CITY OF VADNAIS HEIGHTS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Vadnais Heights City Council will meet and conduct a Public Hearing on Wednesday, July 15, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 800 E. County Road E, to consider an application submitted by SEH on behalf of The Irving J. Sherman Revocable Trust for a preliminary plat to create Perkins First Addition in regards to the City Center Drive expansion. The property is located at 1045 County Road E East, Vadnais Heights. The legal description of the property involved is as follows: The West 362 feet of the South 296 feet of the South One Half of the South One Half of the Southeast Quarter of Section 28, Township 30, Range 22, Ramsey County, Minnesota, Subject to Easements of record. Anyone wishing to be heard in regard to this matter will be given an opportunity at this time. The application is available for public review at City Hall during normal business hours. Questions or comments should be directed to Carie Fuhrman, Planning and Community Development Director, at 651-204-6027 or at carie.fuhrman@cityvadnaisheights.com. Published one time in the Vadnais Heights Press on July 1, 2015.