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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012 - 09 Sep 3 Free Cable Stations 3 Fish Creek Event 4 Council Corner 5 Police Highlights Buckthorn Info 6 Maplewood Monthly September 2012 City Newsletter 7 Miracles Of Mitch 8 Charitable Gambling Wednesday, September 5 - Grand Re-opening of Child Care at Maplewood Community Center! • “Bloody September , 1862” Tuesday, September 11, 7-8PM Maplewood Library Sponsored by The Maplewood Area Historical Society and Ramsey County Libraries. A talk by Jeffery Williams, historian and member of the Minnesota Civil War Commemoration Task Force, about the role Minnesotans played in the Civil War. 651.748.9009 • The Gathering On Fish Creek Bluff Saturday, September 22, 1-4PM Fish Creek Bluff (See pg 3) • Bridal Expo Sunday, September 23, 12-3PM Maplewood Community Center Save The Date Maplewood Bridal Expo: The Perfect Solution For Brides To Be sunday, september 23, noon - 3:00 pm at tHe maplewood Community Center, 2100 wHite bear avenue Wedding woes? Worry no more! The Maplewood Community Center’s semi-annual Bridal Expo will provide you with everything you need to plan your special day. Meet with dozens of top wedding professionals and learn about everything from cake and catering to flowers and photos. Offering a comprehensive collection of vendors including event planners, photographers, florists, DJs and transportation specialist, the 2012 Fall Bridal Expo is your one-stop wedding planning resource. Bring your family, your friends, and your course, your wedding party for a day of fun, food, and fashion. Maplewood Community Center cater- ers will offer exquisite samples of their wonderful cuisine. Don’t miss our strolling fashion show pre- sented by Wedding Connection. From the perfect bridesmaid dress to the perfect bridal up-do, this show will feature a variety of looks, including the must-see fashions of spring. While you are there register to win one of our many spectacular door prizes. Whether you have just started your wedding planning or are putting the finishing touches on your event, this Bridal Expo will offer something for everyone. To purchase tickets, call 651.249.2230. Admission is free with pre-registration or $5.00 at the door. Fish Creek Forever The city and its partners have been working hard to secure funds to purchase the 70-acre Fish Creek property in south Maplewood. This past summer we received two more grants and we have now raised $1,725,000. We need an additional $435,000 to acquire to protect this land forever. Please join us on the bluff top September 22 to explore the site and see why people are excited about preserving land in the Fish Creek area. For information on the project, including upcoming events, please visit www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/fishcreek, or contact Ginny Gaynor at 651.246.2416. If you wish to make a donation towards acquisition of this parcel, please see our partner’s website, Friends of the Mississippi River, at www.fmr.org/support/fish_creek. Seasons Inside! Frequently Called Numbers Maplewood City Hall General Information 651.249.2000 Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30PM Deputy Registrar and Passport Hours Monday: 8:00AM - 6:00PM Tuesday - Friday: 8:00AM - 4:30PM Maplewood Community Center Registration/Customer Service 651.249.2230 Admissions 651.249.2210 Theater/Banquet Room Rental 651.249.2103 Group Information 651.249.2206 Aquatics 651.249.2206 Fitness 651.249.2207 Maplewood Recreation General Information 651.249.2120 Maplewood Nature Center General Information 651.249.2170 Code Enforcement Hotline 651.249.CODE (2633) Online: Go to www.ci.maplewood.mn.us and click on “Report A Violation” on the right-hand side of the home page. Maplewood Police General Information - Non-Emergency 651.767.0640 Maplewood Public Works General Information 651.249.2400 City of Maplewood Elected Officials Will Rossbach: Mayor 651.484.5427 will.rossbach@ci.maplewood.mn.us Kathleen Juenemann: Councilmember 651.771.3670 kathleen.juenemann@ci.maplewood.mn.us James Llanas: Councilmember 651.488.2745 james.llanas@ci.maplewood.mn.us Robert Cardinal: Councilmember 651.765.8600 bob.cardinal@ci.maplewood.mn.us Marvin Koppen: Councilmember 651.770.5391 marvin.koppen@ci.maplewood.mn.us Jim Antonen: City Manager 651.249.2050 jim.antonen@ci.maplewood.mn.us City of maplewood 2 september 2012 Maplewood Meeting Schedule City Council ......................................................................... 7:00PM Listening Forum ............................................................... 6:30PM 2nd and 4th Monday of the month City Council Workshop ........................................................ 5:15PM 1st Monday of the month Business & Economic Development Commission ............... 6:00PM 4th Thursday of the month Community Design Review Board ....................................... 6:00PM 4th Tuesday of the month Environmental & Natural Resources Commission ............... 7:00PM 3rd Monday of the month Heritage Preservation Commission ...................................... 7:00PM 2nd Thursday of the month Housing Redevelopment Authority ....................................... 7:00PM 2nd Wednesday of the month Human Rights Commission .................................................. 7:00PM 2nd Tuesday of the month Parks & Recreation Commission ......................................... 7:00PM 3rd Wednesday of the month Planning Commission .......................................................... 7:00PM 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month City Hall will be closed september 3 in observance of labor day. All City Council and Commission meetings are broadcast live on Channel 16 and are rebroadcast on a schedule that is posted at www.ci.maplewood.mn.us.* Any meeting cancellations are posted on the City’s website. *Meetings are also streamed live on the City’s website. Promote Your Business Reach over 29,000 homes, businesses, and apartments with the official Maplewood City Newsletter. The entire newsletter is featured on the city website. For more information, contact Heidi Carey at 952.212.7333 or heidi@careycommunications.org. thank you to the advertisers who help support this publication! Contact Sadie Bartling at 515.783.4581 or Sadie.Bartling@hotmail.com see results in as little as 45 minutes!! City of Maplewood Elected Officials Will Rossbach: Mayor 651.484.5427 will.rossbach@ci.maplewood.mn.us Kathleen Juenemann: Councilmember 651.771.3670 kathleen.juenemann@ci.maplewood.mn.us James Llanas: Councilmember 651.488.2745 james.llanas@ci.maplewood.mn.us Robert Cardinal: Councilmember 651.765.8600 bob.cardinal@ci.maplewood.mn.us Marvin Koppen: Councilmember 651.770.5391 marvin.koppen@ci.maplewood.mn.us Jim Antonen: City Manager 651.249.2050 jim.antonen@ci.maplewood.mn.us City of maplewood 3 september 2012 - Fish Creek continued from pg 1 In August, work began on a Master Plan and Management Plan for the site. Though Maplewood does not yet own the site, some of the grants received require a management plan. A series of three public meetings was scheduled to solicit input from the public. At the next meeting, staff will present the draft concept plan and solicit input. Please join us for the third public meeting on September 11, 6:30 at Maplewood Nature Center, 2659 East County Road B in Maplewood. The Gathering On Fish Creek Bluff saturday, september 22, 1:00 - 4:00pm (raindate: sept 23) Free for all ages! Celebrate and discover the cultural and natural history of this beautiful parcel overlooking the Mississippi. Explore the hills and valleys, bird with binoculars, make a corn husk doll, and build and fly a kite. See live raptors. Relive history with Fur Trader stores and more from the Maplewood Historical Society. Watch the little Thunder- birds Drum and Dance Troupe, and participate in a Circle Talk by Jim Anderson, Tribal leader, Mendota Mdewakanton Community. location: On Fish Creek Bluff. From Interstate 94, take McKnight Ave. south to Carver Ave. Go east on Carver to Henry Lane. Park on Henry Lane. For more information call 651.249.2170 or visit www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/fishcreek. City Meeting LIVE Schedule The following dates and times for City meetings are authorized by the City Council and cable cast live on Maplewood Television, Channel 16 to Maplewood residents who have Comcast cable. All meetings are held in the Maplewood City Council Chambers located at 1830 County Road B East. Due to lack of quorum or other circumstances, these meeting dates/times are subject to change and/or cancellation: City Council 2nd & 4th Mondays at 7:00PM City Council Workshops As needed at 5:15PM Business & Economic Dev. Com. 4th Thursday at 6:00PM Community Design Review Board 4th Tuesday at 6:00PM Env. & Natural Resources Commission 3rd Monday at 7:00PM Heritage Preservation Commission 2nd Thursday at 7:00PM Housing & Redevelopment Authority 2nd Wednesday at 7:00PM Human Rights Commission 2nd Tuesday at 7:00PM Parks & Recreation Commission 3rd Wednesday at 7:00PM Planning Commission 1st & 3rd Tuesday at 7:00PM Police Civil Service Commission As needed City meeting replay schedule (Replay times are subject to change) City Council Thursday 10:00AM & Saturday 5:00PM City Council Workshops Thursday 8:00AM & Saturday 3:00PM Bus. & Economic Dev. Com. Saturday 10:00AM Community Design Review Bd Friday 5:00PM & Sunday 11:00AM Env. & Natural Resources Com. Friday 12:00PM & Sunday 4:00PM Heritage Preservation Com. Friday 7:00PM & Sunday 8:00AM Housing & Redev. Authority Friday 10:00AM & Sunday 6:00PM Human Rights Commission Friday 8:00AM & Sunday 8:00PM Parks & Recreation Com. Friday 2:00PM & Sunday 1:00PM Planning Commission Thursday 2:00PM & Saturday 12:00PM Police Civil Service Com. Saturday 8:00AM From 8:00AM to 4:30PM on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday we broadcast programming from Government Television Network (GTN) whose schedule can be found HERE. Get Maplewood Cable Stations - Free! Maplewood Television, along with three other public and education access channels are available at no cost to Maplewood residents. You do not have to subscribe to any other paid cable package with Comcast. You may request Universal Service even if you subscribe to satellite television. There is no installation charge and no monthly fee for these six PEG channels if you have a cable-ready TV. 15 Suburban Community Channels 16 Maplewood Television 18 Ramsey/Washington TV18 19 On Location TV19 Contact Comcast customer service at 651.222.3333 and ask for “Universal Service” today!. Keep up with the Maplewood City Council and other City meetings, school board meetings, local sports, parades, concerts and public access programs. • Our teachers are experienced and dedicated early education specialists. • Our curriculum emphasizes cognitive development and intellectual challenge, exceeding guidelines established by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). • Our enrichment programs include music, science, foreign language, and exercise and nutrition. • Full-time and part-time programs available for infants through school-age. Council Cor n e r City of maplewood 4 september 2012 Bittersweet By Councilmember James Llanas This is my final article as a member of the Maplewood City Council and I write these words with mixed emotions. First, let me begin by saying what a complete and profound honor it has been to represent you on the city council. I have learned so much during my tenure and I am forever grateful for the experience. My single greatest reward has been hearing from residents, responding to your calls and emails and listening to you as you addressed the council at meetings. I say with great respect that while we didn’t always agree, I tried very hard to stand in your shoes and understand how the decisions of the council impacted your family. I would encourage you all to engage in your community with your passion and talents. We are fortunate to have diverse and skilled residents who can offer their city/neighbors a wealth of experience and knowledge. I never imagined I would ever run for public office, often saying the risk was too high and the rewards were too little. I could not have been more wrong. I tried hard to bring a unique voice, a different perspective and an inclusive view to those who traditionally had been excluded from the process. You can make a difference and I would hope that you consider volunteering, serving for a commission, running for public office or simply expressing your views to your elected officials. During my tenure, several members of my immediate family and close friends moved and called Maplewood their new home. They found a community where they could raise their children, have neighbors they cared for and could enjoy the many parks and trails we have to offer. When I moved my family here, I was attracted to the community for the same reasons. Having knocked on many doors during campaigns and having jogged many of the trails and streets of Maplewood, I remain convinced this is an amazing place to call home. We are fortunate to have a city staff that is talented and in high demand. They are extreme professionals having endured the high and lows of council politics. They have experienced the pains of a recession and found ways to do more with even less. The leadership of the departments at all levels provides open access to the community and always responds in a proficient and thoughtful manner. If you have questions about noise, road projects, police/fire, parks, anything...look at the website for the right person to contact and I assure you, your concerns will be addressed. I want to thank the Mayor and fellow council for their hard work. It is not easy sitting in those chairs taking unfounded rumors, listening to outright lies and innuendos. I am proud that truth wins out and courage to do what is right always prevailed. I am bewildered why some go to such great lengths to cost the city money needlessly, to personally attack the council for selfish gain and how they can sit in the council chairs to serve themselves and not their constituents. I urge you all to vote...the elections at the local level matter as much as who is your Senator or President! The St. Paul paper recently ran a story about my departure and I just want to clarify one thing. I was elected to this council because I effectively ran a campaign saying what I could do to represent the citizens. I was chosen from a field of nine to help lead the city in matters that were vital to its growth because of what I valued and who I am as a person. Few cared about the color of my skin but more about the content of my character. I am grateful to have lived in a community where morals and standard mattered more than what political party you voted for. I only wish for Maplewood’s continued success and I am grateful to have lived in this amazing city! The Council Corner is a space that is rotated monthly between the Mayor and Council members. Editorial views expressed are those of the author and may not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the City of Maplewood. Councilmembers Cardinal and Koppen, Mayor Rossbach, Councilmembers Juenemann and Llanas On The Police Scanner In July, the Maplewood Police Department responded to 2,471 calls for service. 39 Assault Cases 3 Robbery Case 17 Burglary Cases 136 Theft Cases 18 Auto Theft Cases 32 Theft from Vehicle Cases 37 Criminal Damage to Property Cases Officers also made 54 arrests for shoplifting and 15 arrests for DWI. Police Department Highlights The Maplewood Police Department serves the citizens of Maplewood and has done so since 1986 from the same location. Staffing increases and technology changes have slowly outgrown the physical space in the police department. In 1986 it was pondered as to how we would ever fill the “expansion” space provided. The department has adjusted and adapted many times over those 25 years to accommodate changes, but the time has come to explore expanding our workspaces. Realistically, a plan to build a new police department would leave two-thirds of City Hall vacant. The exploration process began last year and preliminary plans have been examined and modified. Funding has been approved by the City Council and we are beginning to move forward with a plan that will modify areas of City Hall to accommodate the investigative function of the police department while expansion space will be added to the existing building to provide more adequate locker room and restroom facilities. A covered parking area will also bring police vehicles out of the elements so concerns of plowing the cars out and clearing them of snow before they can respond to calls will be alleviated. We look forward to an improved and expanded work space to serve the citizens better and carry the police department forward into the next 25 years. The citizens of Maplewood again participated in festivities for National Night Out on August 7. The goal of National Night Out is for neighbors to meet neighbors and team-up to be the eyes and ears of the police department. Neighborhood relationships are a vital component to crime prevention and it is encouraging to see citizens taking an active role in the safety of their community. Another opportunity for citizen involvement is the Citizen Police Academy which is scheduled to begin in September and will run for eight weeks on Thursday evenings. Participants have the opportunity to get a glimpse of the training officers experience and understand how they apply their skills. If you would like to participate in the 2012 Citizen Academy or have questions, visit our website at www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/police or call Sgt. Paul Thienes at 651.249.2657. Your police department responded to over 24,000 calls for service in 2011. Maplewood’s 53 dedicated officers respond to call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The Department has a total staff of 59 full-time employees. Maplewood’s newest police officer is Officer John Carnes. Officer Carnes was sworn in as a Maplewood Officer on March 12. He brings a wealth of experience to Maplewood having served for many years as a police officer in Minnesota and Florida. We look forward to his dedication and contributions to the Department and the citizens of Maplewood. On May 17, the Maplewood Police Department hosted the first annual Suburban Ramsey County Law Enforcement Ceremony. This ceremony was held during Law Enforcement Week to honor those officers in suburban Ramsey County who have sacrificed their lives while serving our citizens. Maplewood provided an appropriate setting for the first ceremony, which will be moved around Ramsey County in future years, by holding the ceremony at the memorial which was dedicated following the death of Maplewood Police Sgt. Joe Bergeron in 2010. We look forward to continued service to the citizens of Maplewood and encourage everyone to become involved in the numerous volunteer opportunities within the department and join us in making a greater and safer community. As a reminder, Maplewood City Ordinance prohibits on–street park- ing year-round between 2:00AM and 6:00AM. To avoid a citation, please make sure your vehicles and those of your guests, are not parked on the street between those hours. The Council Corner is a space that is rotated monthly between the Mayor and Council members. Editorial views expressed are those of the author and may not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the City of Maplewood. City News City of maplewood 5 september 2012 City of maplewood 6 september 2012 City News Buckthorn Curb-side Pick-up Maplewood residents who remove large volumes of buckthorn from their properties will qualify for free curbside pick-up of buckthorn this fall (no other shrubs will be picked up). This service is available to residents with enough buckthorn to fill more than one large pickup truck. Pickup will be on designated days in November and for pre-registered households only. If you do not have enough to fill a large pickup truck, get three or four neighbors to participate in the program and we can include your block. To register: send your contact information (name, daytime phone, email and address) and that of any other interested households in your neighborhood to: Maplewood Nature Center, 2659 7th St. East, Maplewood, MN 55119, or, email this information to Carole Gernes at cgernes@ci.maplewood.mn.us. Pickup from more than one household in a given neighborhood will save Maplewood tax dollars! You will receive a letter of confirmation with instructions for the pick-up. Buckthorn is an aggressive, invasive European shrub that is taking over our native woodlands. Maplewood encourages residents to remove it from their properties. Unlike native shrubs, it retains its green leaves late into the fall, long after other leaves have turned color or fallen. This is the easiest way to identify buckthorn and the best time for removal. To avoid accidental removal of beneficial dogwoods and cherries, we urge residents to wait until fall before removing their buckthorn. Buckthorn prevents the growth of native tree species, ferns and wildflowers. Uncontrolled buckthorn growth may lead to the loss of our native woodlands. Tips for identifying buckthorn and effective removal can be found in the Maplewood Buckthorn Management brochure, available online at http://www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/index. aspx?nid=385. 2012 Buckthorn Drop-off Site If you live in Maplewood, and do not have enough buckthorn for the free pick up program, you may drop off your buckthorn at the site below, ONLY on November 2nd, 3rd and 4th. Dumping of materials other than buckthorn or at other times is NOT allowed and is punishable with a fine of up to $700 and/or 90 days in jail. londin lane Fire station, 2501 londin lane: Place your buckthorn between the signs on the west side of the parking lot. Do not block fire station traffic. Do not drive off the paved parking area. After these dates, bring your buckthorn to one of the four Ramsey County Compost Sites that accept brush. Note: not all compost sites accept brush! All roots must be removed. Bring proof of residency. Site maps and hours are available online at www.co.ramsey.mn.us/ph/rt/yard_waste_collection_sites.htm. For more information, call Ramsey County at 651.633.3279. Maplewood Buckthorn Herbicide Coupon Join the City’s effort to remove buckthorn from Maplewood. To help with this important community environmental issue, these businesses are offering Maplewood residents a discount on buckthorn herbicide products. Make sure to purchase Glyphosate products at a 25% or higher concentration. If using Glyphosate, use a water-safe formulation for use within 10 feet of water or storm drains. Dege’s Garden Center: 25% OFF! Ferti-Lome© Brush and Stump Killer (8%Trichlopyr) 831 Century Ave. N. Maplewood • 651.739.5296 Gertens: 25% OFF! Bonide® Brush and Stump Killer (8% Trichlopyr) Ferti-lome© Brush and Stump Killer (8% Trichlopyr) Hi Yield KillZAll® (41% Glyphosate) Promo Code: MW 5500 Blaine Ave. • Inver Grove Heights • 651.450.1501 Linder’s Garden Center: 20% OFF! All Trichlopyr products (8% concentration) 270 Larpenteur Ave. W. • St. Paul • 651.488.1927 Bachman’s: 20% OFF! Bonide® Stump-Out Vine and Stump Killer (8.8% Trichlopyr) (Maplewood store only) 2600 White Bear Ave. • Maplewood • 651.770.0531 Coupon good 9/1/12 – 10/15/12 Back to 50’s Barndance at bruentrup barn, 2170 e. Co. rd. d SEPT 22, 6-9PM Adults $7 Kids $5 Pie, ice cream, coffee available for purchase (651) 748-9009 www.maplewoodhistoricalsociety.org City of maplewood 7 september 2012 City News Pride Of Maplewood Award Congratulations to Officer Lonn Bakke for being nominated as the Pride of Maplewood by his co-workers. Officer Bakke joined the Maplewood Police Department in November 1996. “Officer Bakke is a D.A.R.E. officer and has a special connection with the Maplewood youth.” “Lonn is always willing to help out whenever ever need him, even though it falls outside his normal duties.” “He is outstanding with the residents of Maplewood, and is very compassionate when dealing with victims of crime.” “Lonn takes the time to listen, gathering all the information until he has all the facts.” “Lonn takes his job as officer very seriously, and proudly represents the Maplewood Police Department” Thank you, Officer Lonn Bakke for all you do for the citizens and youth of Maplewood, employees and co-workers. Officer Lonn Bakke (left) Chief David Thomalla (right) Miracles Of Mitch The Miracles of Mitch Foundation (MOMF) was formed by Steve and Becky Chepokas in memory of their son Mitch. Since his passing in 2003, the MOMF has provided financial and quality-of-life support to the families of children being treated for cancer in Minnesota. In 2004, Steve Chepokas met his friend, and world champion triathlete, Tony Schiller to discuss a new fundraising event. Out of that conversation the concept for the MiracleKids Triathlon was born. The first triathlon was held in 2004 with pledges of $13,000. With growing success there are now two annual triathlons held. So far in 2012, $383,500 has been raised! During his hospital stay, Mitch anonymously donated money earmarked for him to other pediatric patients. Before his death, Mitch had one final “pinky swear” with his dad: to do as much as they could to help other pediatric families during such a stressful time. The motto of the triathlon is, “Kids racing for kids who can’t.” The triathlon is divided into three areas; swimming, biking, and running. During the race, triathletes have the name of a pediatric cancer patient they are racing for wrote on their left leg. Nine year old Hannah Wellens decided to participate in the August 4, 2012, triathlon after hearing what one of her classmates had endured last year during her cancer treatments. “Mom, did you know that my friend almost died from an allergic reaction she had to her medicine?” “Mom, did you know she has a thing in her chest to receive her medicine?” “Mom, my friend has lost her hair twice in nine months because of her treatment.” “Mom, I CAN do this. If my friend has had to go through all of that, I CAN do this.” Hearing those words City employee Molly Wellens, knew that she and her husband Jeff were fully on board. Hannah raised over $4,500 for the “Miracles of Mitch” foundation. EVERY dollar donated goes to a child/family battling cancer. She is already talking about how she can raise more money next year! Hannah’s parents, are very proud that their daughter wanted to participate in the triathlon knowing that not many adults would take on such a task. Molly stated, “The triathlon was such an incredible day, the whole experience was unbelievable. Hearing the personal stories of how cancer has affected so many different people kept pushing Hannah to raise more money. It was heartwarming to see the number of people that supported Hannah, our family, and kids with cancer by making a donation.” Molly Wellens works for the City of Maplewood as the City’s Health Officer, Hannah is her and husband Jeff’s oldest daughter. Molly Wellens and daughter Hannah City of Maplewood 1830 County Road B East Maplewood, MN 55109 Phone: 651.249.2000 www.ci.maplewood.mn.us PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID Permit #32324 Twin Cities, MN ********eCrwss** residential Customer Upon request, this newsletter will be made available in an alternate format.Printed on 10% post consumer product. 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The first priority will be given to funding City of Maplewood organizations and second priority to organizations from outside the city proposing to meet the needs of Maplewood residents. In general, requests from organized athletic groups are not funded. The City Council awarded a total of $30,000 in Charitable Gambling Tax Funds in 2012. Funds went to the following groups: American Red Cross - TC Area Chapter, Boy Scout Troop 461, Dispute Resolution Center, District 622 ADD/ADHD Support Group, District 622 Education Foundation, Friends of Ramsey County Libraries, Maple Tree Monastery Childcare Center, Maplewood Area Historical Society, Maplewood Mall - Simon Youth Foundation, Maplewood Police Explorers, Maplewood Police Reserves, Maplewood Youth Scholarship Fund, North St. Paul Area Food Shelf, Ramsey County Fair, Second Chance Animal Rescue, Tubman Family Alliance, and Weaver Elementary PTA. The funds are awarded by a vote of the Maplewood City Council. Applications are available on the city website www.ci.maplewood.mn.us or by calling Sarah Burlingame at 651.249.2051. The deadline is September 21, 2012.