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T VOL.IMBERJAY 30, ISSUE 41 October 18, 2019 $100 TOWERGATE Former Tower mayor pleads guilty to misconduct Yet Josh Carlson made false statement under oath in acknowledging his guilt by MARSHALL HELMBERGER Carlson made his plea in the The St. Louis County Attorney’s last Wednesday. Carlson’s attorney, Managing Editor Sixth District Court in Virginia on Office had charged Carlson along Jon Rice of Hibbing, led the former Wednesday as part of a plea deal with former Tower City Clerk- mayor through a brief recitation of VIRGINIA— Former Tower reached with county prosecutors. Treasurer Linda Keith over the what was supposed to be a factual Mayor Josh Carlson has pleaded The judge issued a stay of ajudica- removal of Helmberger, which came accounting of events, but instead guilty to engaging in official miscon- tion, which means Carlson’s convic- in apparent retaliation for unflatter- prompted his client to make a duct when he removed Timberjay tion won’t be immediately entered ing news coverage and editorials false statement to the court over publisher Marshall Helmberger into the record and could be cleared questioning decision-making by the reasons behind Helmberger’s from his position as president of away if he remains law-abiding for city officials. removal. the Tower Economic Development the next year. He was required to But Carlson cited a different Authority in January 2018. pay a $50 fine. rationale in the Virginia courtroom See...TOWER pg. 9 Josh Carlson

ST. LOUIS COUNTY POLITICS DFL forum highlights top issues by LEAH ROGNE Contributing Writer ELY – Unity and civility were key themes at Democratic Values in Action: A Northern Minnesota Issues Forum held at Vermilion Community College on Oct. 12. Over 80 area residents came out for an afternoon packed with presentations focus- ing on economic inequality, healthcare, and climate change. The event was sponsored by the North of the Divide DFL and the Outreach Committee of St. Louis County DFL Third District Organizing Unit and was the first in a series of forums planned for Ken Martin the area. Open for service “We need to be having these conversations all over Minnesota and the country,” said State DFL David M. Skelton Transportation Building opens in Cook Chair Ken Martin, who opened the event. Martin outlined the three requirements by E. M. SCHULTZ St. Louis County Public Works Director James Foldesi, right, presents a for a responsible democracy: good ideas, Staff Writer building sign to long-time public works supervisor, David Skelton, left, at grassroots movements to support those the new county transportation building dedication ceremony on Tuesday in ideas, and engagement in electoral politics. COOK - A large group Cook. photo by E.M. Schultz “If people are cynical and don’t vote, turned out to support the the same people stay in power. If more opening of the new St. Transportation Building, welcoming everyone before “Wow, is all I can say,” people participate, we have better govern- Louis County Government in Cook, on Tuesday, Oct. turning the microphone McDonald stated, looking ment,” Martin said. Services Center and 15. Commissioner Keith over to Commissioner Paul the David M. Skelton Nelson opened the event by McDonald. See...COOK pg. 12 See...DFL pg. 12

GONE TOO SOON So, who was Hans Smith? Hundreds turn out for Ely memorial service by KEITH VANDERVORT fallen on a house during a A standing-room-only Ely Editor storm near Eagles Nest Lake. crowd filled the Hidden He may not have realized it, Valley Ski Chalet last ELY – Hans Smith was but he left his mark on every Saturday afternoon to just 55 years old when single person he met. honor the life of Hans he died last month while Smith, of Ely. working on a tree that had See...HANS pg. 11 photo by K. Vandervort

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Finnish Americans to meet Nov. 5 PIATIGORSKY FOUNDATION HIBBING- Finnish Americans and Friends will meet on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 2 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church, 4010 9th Ave. West in Hibbing Piatigorsky Foundation sponsors (across from the cinema). The program features David Kess discussing the interactions between various ethnic groups that came to settle on the Iron concerts in Cook on Oct. 27 & 28 Range in the early 20th century. Kess, of Ely, is a retired educator who knows a great deal about our area’s history. Coffee an’s follow the presentation; Piatigorsky Foundation believes music is “a necessity, not a luxury” everyone is welcome! COOK- Again this year, extraor- Child singers needed for December dinarily talented musicians from the Piatigorsky Foundation will holiday concert in Ely be showing off and engaging folks REGIONAL- The Ely Area (Babbitt and Tower with concert and music history in included) Christmas Choir Cantata includes a piece Cook, on Sunday, Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. for child singers age 11 and under. If your child at the First Baptist Church, 210 1st would be interested and excited to sing and perform Ave. NE. The performing artists are in front of a large audience, half-hour rehearsals will pianist Nicholas Shaneyfelt and tenor be held on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. beginning Oct. Kelly W. Burns. This is a freewill 30 at Grace Lutheran Church, 301 E Conan St. in offering opportunity sponsored by Ely. The performance will be on Sunday, Dec. 8 at 2 Northwoods Friends of the Arts. p.m. No church affiliation is necessary. Shaneyfelt and Burns will also Adult singers rehearse from 5:30-6:30 p.m. and perform a free concert for students additional adult voices are welcome to join through and parents at North Woods School Oct. 30. Free licensed daycare is provided on site on Monday, Oct. 28 at 1:30 p.m. for singers with children. Come and spread the Piatigorsky Foundation musi- joy of the Christmas season. Call Patti at 218-929- cians are chosen for their artistry and Pianist Nicholas Shaneyfelt (left) and tenor Kelly W. Burns 3214 with questions. ability to engage audiences through will perform at First Baptist Church in Cook on Sunday, lively discussion. In performances Greenwood to host roundtable on that are both entertaining and infor- Oct. 27 at 7 p.m., and at North Woods School, in a perfor- mative, the artists share anecdotes mance for students and their parents, on Monday, Oct. 28 telephone and internet issues and insights into the music they will at 1:30 p.m. GREENWOOD TWP- The Greenwood Town perform. Board is hosting a public roundtable meeting on Pianist Dr. Nicholas Shaneyfelt, credits are roles from Mozart’s Don whom the organization is named, Tuesday, Oct. 29 at 5:30 p.m. at the Greenwood originally from Knightstown, Ind., Giovanni, Così fan tutte, and The believed that music is not a luxury Town Hall. Residents are asked to come to talk is Visiting Assistant Professor of Magic Flute, Donizetti’s The Elixir for an elite few, but a necessity of about current telephone and internet issues, as Music in Collaborative Piano at of Love, Sondheim’s Sweeney Todd life for all. well as discuss possibilities for the future. Various Luther College in Decorah, Iowa. Dr. and A Little Night Music, Rodgers & NWFA is honored and thankful service providers have been invited to take part in Shaneyfelt recently completed Hammerstein’s Carousel. From the to welcome these musicians and the the meeting, and there will be a question and answer his first summer on the faculty of concert repertoire. Songs by North Piatigorsky Foundation once again period. Call the township office at 218-753-2231 the International Music Festival American and European composers to Cook. Operating support is made with any questions. of the Adriatic, a summer festival form the basis of Kelly’s recital possible in part by the voters of for instrumentalists, vocalists, and repertoire, and his interest in new Minnesota through a grant from the Biimadiziwin: The Good Life, at composers in Duino, Italy. music has led to World and American Arrowhead Regional Arts Council, Mesabi Unitarian on Sunday Tenor Kelly W. Burns is an premieres of songs and chamber thanks to legislative appropriation active performer of musical theater, works by several living composers. from the arts and cultural heritage VIRGINIA- Rebecca Gawboy, of Tower, recital, opera and concert works The Piatigorsky Foundation is funds. NWFA is also thankful for is the guest speaker at Mesabi Unitarian throughout North America, singing dedicated to making live classical contributions made for these con- Universalist Church on Sunday, Oct. 20. Her topic is historic music spanning over 400 music an integral part of everyday certs by the Cook Timberwolves Biimadiziwin: The Good Life: finding the spiritual years. He has sung with opera compa- life for communities throughout the Snowmobile Club and the Cook path, fostering and adopting children, and raising nies and orchestras. Among his stage United States. Gregor Piatigorsky, Lions Club. them in their own culture. the renowned Russian cellist for Mesabi Unitarian is located at 230 7th Street S in Virginia. Service time is 10:30 a.m. The building is handicap accessible. ORR

Bands of The Swing Era at NWFA jazz Orr seeking new attorney, discussing neighborhood crime listening session on Oct. 28 by E. M. SCHULTZ citizens turning off their own water unusually high due to a broken water COOK- On Monday, Oct. 28, Jazz at Staff Writer at the curb stop, and the council spigot. Northwoods Friends of the Arts Gallery will begin hopes that a clarified policy will  Approved the vacation of an a 7 p.m. at 210 S River St. next to Dream Weaver ORR - The city council here help put an end to this. The council alley in the Lake End Addition to Salon in Cook. Bill Conger’s jazz listening sessions will be searching for a new city will continue discussing this issue the city of Orr. The council held a are an exploration into the appreciation of a true attorney now that their previous at the next meeting to ensure that public hearing prior to the meeting American musical art form. This session will cover attorney, Andrew Peterson, has the language is as clear as possible. to receive input on this issue, but no the history of the bands of the Swing Era of the been appointed as a judge to the The council also discussed one came forward to speak. 1930’s. Sixth District Court. Peterson’s concerns regarding neighborhood  Approved the purchase of These sessions lead the participants to an current firm, Virginia-based Cope crime. One attendee alerted the a new computer for Maintenance enhanced listening experience by giving the listener and Peterson, doesn’t have another council to the growth of crime on Supervisor Paul Koch. All computers tools that will unlock an understanding and appre- attorney available to serve Orr, the lake, saying it appeared that a must be updated to Windows 10 by ciation of jazz (and other music types). Sessions which means the city will be looking boat had recently disappeared from the end of the year. will be based on listening and discussion, with an for a new law firm. Area firms are a neighbor’s house. Concerned  Approved a resolution autho- overview of resources available for self-directed being given until Nov. 5 to present citizens, as well as the council, rizing the city of Orr to apply for exploration of jazz. proposals to the city. would like to see more deputies in and accept funds from the IRRRB Bill Conger, of Cook, once led a Jazz The council also discussed the area. At this time, there is only for grant writing services. Nancy Appreciation class at Coe College and has been a whether or not they should imple- one deputy who covers the Orr and Larson will prepare a grant to the fan of jazz for many decades. This is a learn-how- ment a policy statement regarding Cook areas. A meeting will be held MnDNR Regional Trails Program to-listen session, not a learn-how-to-play session, so tampering with and theft of water on Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 6 p.m. for the bog walk. all are qualified and welcome to attend. and wastewater services. The current at the Orr Community Center (Old  Approved a request for a Jazz at NWFA Gallery is offered free of charge ordinance states that authorized Legion) to further discuss forming a Conditional Use Permit on Suliin by Cook’s own non-profit arts organization. Find personnel are the only ones allowed neighborhood crime watch. Road to allow the use of a gravel more information on NWFA, inspiring, nurturing to make changes to a water or In other business, the council: pit. A public hearing regarding this and celebrating the arts, at nwfamn.org. sewer hookup. There are concerns,  Approved a request from a permit will be scheduled at the next however, that the language is too citizen for a one-time adjustment meeting. vague. Damage has been caused by to a water/sewage bill. The bill was TIMBERJAY Newspapers October 18, 2019 3

CITY OF ELY Trash talk boils before new contract is OK’d by KEITH VANDERVORT Citing the specific waste col- not to use the licensed service) city. Residents have the option it,” Campbell said. Ely Editor lection and disposal ordinance, to take care of their garbage,” to participate in that service.” Council member Heidi Campbell stressed that the “city she said. Campbell pushed on. “I Omerza, clearly frustrated, ELY— Council members shall provide for collection and Novak questioned believe this code is outdated.” asked, “What is your point, here approved a trash collec- disposal of all refuse in a san- Campbell’s assertion that 50 “I believe it is, too,” Novak Angela?” Before Campbell tion contract on Tuesday, but itary manner to ensure health, percent of city residents do not said. could answer, Omerza called not without some drama in the safety and general welfare of its use G-Men. “But we still have to go by for the question, or the vote on council chambers. residents.” “I do not have that informa- the code. This is mandatory. This the motion to accept the G-Men Ultimately, the council She asserted that 50 percent tion from G-Men,” Campbell is law,” Campbell responded. contracts. agreed to authorize the city of city residents do not use the said “I am stating that to make “For those people who do not Novak interjected as attorney to present a four-year licensed waste collection service a point and as an opportunity to choose G-Men, we still are Campbell kept talking. “The residential, and one-year com- as authorized by the city, and express my concerns about this responsible to pick up their question was called and is not mercial waste collection con- demanded that those residents, ordinance.” garbage.” debatable,” he said. He cut her tract, as agreed on earlier this including herself, that do not Novak admitted that the city The city attorney was absent off again, citing Robert’s Rules. month to G-Men Environmental use G-Men and instead opt to code may not have been updated from the meeting to offer her Campbell interrupted yet Services for consideration. Upon haul their own garbage to the St. when the city changed from alley legal opinion. Campbell admit- again, and Novak responded by approval by G-Men, the new con- Louis County transfer station, be garbage pickup for all residents ted that she did not discuss slamming down the gavel with tract will take effect on Nov. 1. provided pickup service by the by city employees. the matter with the city’s legal vigor. Clearly agitated, Novak Council member Angela city of Ely. Clerk-Treasurer Harold counsel. emphasized, “When someone Campbell used the issue to fan “What is important to know Langowski reminded Campbell Novak tried a different calls the question, all debate the flames of her contentious is that our charter is out of date,” and the rest of the council that approach. “The (city code) ceases. If there is support, we relationship with Mayor Chuck Campbell said. the city does provide a garbage interpretation of ‘providing pick vote, if not we will continue.” Novak. Quoting city codes, she Mayor Chuck Novak took service. “It is voluntary and not up’ does not say that it has to be Council member Jerome stated that the mayor’s powers exception to her allegation. “I mandatory,” he said. “A manda- the Public Works Department or Debeltz supported Omerza’s are no greater than any other beg your pardon,” he said. tory system, I believe, was here a city employee,” he said. “We motion to call the question. Her council member, except as pre- Campbell pushed on. at one time, where all residents provide the opportunity for trash motion was defeated. Debate siding officer at council -meet “Under this ordinance, the city paid part of their property taxes collection. And every resident ings, “and other minor duties.” is still required to serve those to include garbage service. We do has that option.” tax-paying citizens (who decide provide a garbage service in this “That not how I understand See COUNCIL...pg. 5 MINING AND WATER QUALITY Judges appear skeptical in Minntac permit case by MARSHALL HELMBERGER decide, later this year, whether Norman, argued that Minntac’s about a mile downstream of the to serve as a catch basin, as Managing Editor to throw out the NPDES permit new permit violates state law and tailings pile. justifying their decision not to REGIONAL— The contin- that the MPCA issued to U.S. the Clean Water Act for its failure “The vast unlined tailings impose water quality standards ued seepage of highly-contam- Steel last December. Both U.S. to address water quality viola- basin has been leaking polluted or testing requirements on dis- inated water from the Minntac Steel and environmental groups tions stemming from sub-surface water for decades,” said Van charges on that end of the tail- tailings basin into a tributary of want the permit tossed, albeit seepage affecting the Sand River. Norman during the oral argu- ings pile. Person argued that the the Pike River proved a main for different reasons, and sent The Sand River is a tributary of ments. “That is not in dispute. new permit expressly prohibits topic of oral arguments last back to the MPCA for further the Pike River, which flows into The MPCA has failed to act.” seepage from the SCRS. month as a three-judge panel of deliberation. Lake Vermilion. Attorney for the MPCA, But Van Norman and the Minnesota Court of Appeals The issues raised during The water that seeps from Stacey Person, challenged that, Maccabee pushed back, noting heard from lawyers for U.S. more than an hour and a half of the 8,000-acre three-story high noting that the agency had that the metal sheet lining Steel, environmental groups, back and forth legal argument tailings pile is high in sulfate, required U.S. Steel several installed to contain seepage the Fond du Lac Band, and the were varied and often technical, specific conductance, bicarbon- years ago to install a seepage on the east side of the tailings state’s Pollution Control Agency but the judges signaled they’re ates, and hardness, according collection and return system, or pile only extends 15 feet into over the future of a newly-issued sympathetic to the case laid out to test data and attorney Van SCRS, to halt the flow of con- the ground and still allows wastewater discharge permit by Water Legacy and the Fond Norman argued it has devastated taminated surface water from significant amounts of water for the massive taconite mining du Lac Band. Water Legacy a formerly abundant wild rice the tailings into the Sand River. to seep underneath and into operation. attorney Paula Maccabee and crop that grew in two lakes, The MPCA cited the existence of The court is expected to Fond du Lac’s lawyer, Sara Van known the Twin Lakes, located that system, which was designed See ARGUMENTS...pg. 5 ELY FLOWER & SEED Pumpkin Patch is set up and ready to SELL!

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The First Amendment of the United States Constitution e-mail: [email protected] OPINION Editorial Democracy teeters Trump says he’s above the law. It’s a constitutional crisis. The journey from democra- speaking out ahead of the 2016 cy to dictatorship involves many presidential election, a viola- steps. Some are small, others tion, at minimum, of campaign are large, but few in the last finance laws. Special counsel 243 years of American history Robert Mueller referred ten sep- have had the potential to be arate instances of what he saw as as consequential as the Trump potential obstruction of justice administration’s decision earlier regarding his investigation into this month to prevent Congress Russian meddling in the 2016 from obtaining documents or election. calling witnesses related to their We know that Trump has ongoing impeachment inquiry. directed millions of dollars in Instead, President Trump government funds to his own and his enablers in the White golf courses and hotels, from House have made the astonish- which he profits directly. Letters from Readers ing argument that he is, simply And now, we have the to their beneficiaries. facilities such as roads, schools, put, above the law and that he, uncontroverted allegation that The government’s When individuals or cor- housing, communications, on his own determination, can President Trump used a purport- recession fighting porations are fearful of the national parks, climate change violate his oath of office by refus- edly congratulatory phone call prospects for a recession, needs, to mention just a few ing to submit to the clear lan- to the new Ukrainian president tools are limited they are prone to reduce of the competing needs. The guage of the U.S. Constitution. to solicit his aid in digging up The U.S. government has expenditures, notwithstanding stimulation to the economy While Americans have dirt on political opponent Joe availability of financing with results from an expansion in argued since the nation’s found- Biden and Biden’s son Hunter. developed two approaches to combat recessions: monetary low interest rates. As a result, the number of jobs and from the ing about the meaning of some While the Trump White House governmental monetary policy increases in the manufacturing of the language in our founding denies it, the rough transcript policy and fiscal policy, each with questionable degrees of has limited impact. Some of materials and equipment. document, when it comes to the released by the White House economists liken monetary Gerry Snyder matter of impeachment of the unambiguously confirms that effectiveness. Monetary policy is con- interest reduction to pushing Ely President, the language could Trump solicited political help on a string to get results. not be clearer. Article I, Section from a foreign government, trolled by the politically inde- pendent Federal Reserve (Fed) Moreover, there is no evidence Tower News needs to 2.5 of the Constitution states: violating both his oath of office that lowered interest rates have “The House of Representatives and campaign finance laws. that governs the size and correct its reporting growth of a nation’s money stimulated the economies of shall chuse (archaic) their We’ve since learned that two eleven countries that currently I would like to address Speaker and other Officers; close political allies of Trump’s supply that in turn determines the level of interest rates. In have an aggregate total of $17 the article written by Anthony and shall have the sole Power were arrested last week as they trillion of negative interest rates Sikora. of Impeachment.” were fleeing the country after anticipation of a recession, the Fed lowers interest rates for securities outstanding. In the Oct. 11 Tower That power is not circum- federal investigators charged Fiscal policy is another News he basically wrote – The scribed in any way, and certainly them in a scheme to illegally the purpose of encouraging corporations and individuals mechanism employed by the Greenwood Township Board the President, of all people, is not funnel $340,000 in mostly government to deal with a passed a motion to approve the authorized to determine when Russian and Ukrainian money to borrow low-cost money. The expenditure of these borrowed recession. The policy, con- appointment of the new deputy his or her impeachment is appro- into one of Trump’s political trolled by Congress, can make treasurer. priate. That is a determination action committees. Trump, who funds stimulates economic growth. adjustments to lower taxes and/ This is incorrect – the that is the sole province of the now claims he doesn’t know the or increases in government board has no approval of Congress. And for the past 243 two men, invited both to a private Despite the Fed’s inde- pendence, the administration, expenditures. Unlike mone- appointment of a deputy trea- years, whenever Congress has dinner at the White House last tary policy, it is highly political, surer. According to statute only begun an impeachment inquiry, May as reward for their illegal notwithstanding its boasts of a current strong economy, is with 536 lawmakers having the treasurer has the right to Presidents have submitted to donation. It appears there is no a say over what the fiscal appoint a deputy. the process that Congress has limit to the lies and the rot that endeavoring to persuade the Fed to “lower interest rates policy should be. It is a costly I also found several other determined. In the case of surround our current president. method to counter a recession discrepancies in last month’s Richard Nixon and Bill Clinton, The question now is: Will to zero or less.” Lowering interest rates to fend off that results in increases of the Greenwood Township meeting Congress called administration the checks and balances put in national debt. coverage by Mr. Sikora. One of officials to testify under oath. place by our founding fathers an economic decline is not necessarily beneficial nor The degree and selection which was that he wrote that While Presidents have fought hold off America’s descent of specific changes in the tax I, the town clerk, am against impeachment in the political into dictatorship? Does the effective. Low and negative interest rates are detrimental code and diversity of uses and the appointment of a clerk or sphere, every previous President Constitution still have relevance amount for expenditures makes treasurer. I am not and did not subjected to the oversight of with a rogue president whose to people’s savings, pension funds, life insurance compa- fiscal policy difficult and time say such. Congress has ultimately upheld own supporters openly thrill consuming to get a consensus Please, Mr. Sikora, report their oath of office, however at his defiance of our founding nies, endowments and future Social Security payouts. These resolution. Where and how the what you hear – not what you painful it might have been. documents? money is spent requires alloca- think you hear. The Trump White House, Trump argues that he is organizations rely on interest income to meet their current tion pertaining to geographic Sue Drobac in its eight-page letter to above the law, immune to pros- locations and designation of Greenwood Twp Congress, asserts that the ecution or accountability, and and future payment obligations process established by the that he can use the influence and COMMENTARY House of Representatives is funding of foreign powers in a somehow unconstitutional, desperate attempt to hold onto but the “arguments” have been his office and the absolute power derided as embarrassing, at best, he argues comes with it. We should continue to by virtually every legal scholar Our country is, indeed, far in America. from perfect. The wealthy and In truth, the White House powerful have far too much be a nation of immigrants has made the decision to openly influence over both parties in and aggressively obstruct an Washington and it has dimin- I was talking country with the your huddled masses yearning oversight mechanism that ished the life experience of the with a friend the people we already to breathe free.” was explicitly authorized by vast majority of Americans for other day about have, my friend I welcome new immigrants the founding fathers in the decades. But is the solution to immigration. It’s added. and want this country to set Constitution. destroy American democracy in one of the most I had a quote, aside the nationalistic appeals For the Trump White House the furtherance of the interests of divisive issues of too, and it’s one I still and racial prejudice that often to purport that there is insuffi- the most corrupt individual and our time, and we, believe in. You’ll accompany calls for restric- cient evidence upon which to business organization that has too, found our- find it on the Statue tions. And I believe firmly that base an impeachment investiga- ever infected the White House? selves divided. of Liberty. “From immigration makes us stronger tion is dishonest on its face. We That’s the question that “Our country is her beacon-hand/ as a nation and represents the already know, because President Trump’s supporters, enablers in full,” he quoted LEE Glows world-wide best of what we stand for. This Trump has acknowledged as the White House, and the U.S. President Trump, welcome,” it reads. country is a defender of indi- much, that he made payments Senate ultimately must answer. HAMILTON who said this back And then, of course, to porn stars to keep them from Their response will be telling. in April. Let’s improve the “Give me your tired, your poor, See HAMILTON...pg. 5 Saying goodbye to a dear friend and companion As I slowly single intentions, birth of Paco, Zeeba, and their and made no bones about it. I who is generally a timid being awaken, Tobie except when food is two litter mates with detached didn’t witness actual fighting, and generous with his affec- curls up across my on their minds, but interest, while Ollie, a long- but they both showed up with tion. However, even he has his chest, covering my now they greedily haired bundle of love with a chunks out of their faces, each limits, like most of us, and he’d heart, purring. Paco demand and absorb Buddha-like personality that I costing $250 to repair. Later be sneaky, lashing out when it nestles under my my attention that had at the time, hovered with fights were limited to sound seemed like he was going to pas- right arm, his big, was in short supply concern and later filled in as effects and tumbleweeds of fur sively take the scolding, rolling soft, furry body when Freddie was caregiver, curling up with the flying, but still little evidence of Freddie over in a threatening but inviting attention. moving toward his kittens, giving mother cat a brotherly love. harmless tumble. It feels like death. Do they know break. After Ollie died, I adopted It took years for some level Freddie was slender with they are trying to he’s gone? How Tobie, an affectionate and very of acceptance that probably both tabby and aristocratic fill in the space BETTY could they not notice vocal orange tabby who had been only happened because Freddie Abyssinian characteristics, the that Freddie left FIRTH when he’s been in abandoned at the vet’s, thinking grew older, slowed down, and most delicate of my pride, but behind two days their lives for all the he and Freddie could be buddies. conserved his energy by doing no with a commanding presence. ago. Realistically, years they’ve been I was so wrong. Freddie resented more than growling ominously. cats are seldom motivated by in mine. Freddie witnessed the the intrusion of a new, adult cat, It was enough to warn Tobie, See GOODBYE...pg. 5 TIMBERJAY Newspapers October 18, 2019 5 Letters from Readers chy of the rich. Men who all They enthroned wealth as the Senator Elizabeth Warren’s decimated by tax cuts and aus- Let’s build an ethical, came from the privileged class repository of the right to govern. Accountable Capitalism Act is a terity. We must go beyond the resilient economy met in secret to overturn the Today, it is long overdue needed idea to create economic regulatory structure now being Articles of Confederation, the that we organize an economy democracy. Her act proposes that destroyed under the barrage of In times of crisis, when the first Constitution of the United that moves us beyond the binary all corporations with more than deregulation, privatization and economic structures that are a States. They were motivated by choice of corporate capitalism $1 billion in revenue be required evisceration of government. part of our daily lives stop oper- their economic self-interest to versus state socialism, into new to obtain new federal corporate These approaches can bring ating, lapses in our cognitions construct a type of government forms of economic vibrancy. charters with expanded fiduciary about a much-needed profound arise. We become confused, not that would protect their wealth A new democratic economy obligations. Corporations would movement away from the can- being able to understand how against “an excess of democ- is about finishing the economic then be required to adhere to cerous extractive economy due the economy works for us. This racy,” as Alexander Hamilton work begun by our founders in the interests of their workers to nearly 40 years of failed sup- leaves us open to those who called it. Those wealthy men the realm of politics. and communities, as well as the ply-side economics, to a truly would use fear to divide and did not agree with the liberating We must rid ourselves of stockholders. egalitarian democratic economy conquer us. To prevent this, we agenda of the common people the capital bias of the extractive The Green New Deal pro- for all. must first bring rationality and who risked their lives to repel economy that has favored the posed by U.S. Congresswoman The work of employ- credible hope, grounded in astute the unjust chains of the British few. This capital bias has been Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez ee-owned companies, investing vision and strategy. Empire. advanced by the political policy would create a massive new with community impact, public We must develop an emerg- It was land and property that of lower taxes on capital gains publics works program to move banking, economic development ing egalitarian democratic became the first species of the than on labor income, big bank to 100 percent renewable energy with racial justice, local purchas- economy to replace our current privileged. The founders did not bailouts, but not for home in ten years and would create ing by community institutions, extractive economy, structured try to establish a monarchy, but owners, or tax breaks given to millions of jobs and bring about and much more is being done for financial extraction by the instead made wealth the king. monopoly corporations that societal policy changes to greatly all over the world. elite and the One Percent. Long These selfish men altered the force locally-owned companies alleviate inequality and advance Building an economic ago, society democratized gov- triumvirate of Enlightenment era out of business. shared prosperity as well as democracy is about redesign- ernment, but the founders of ing our companies, investments, rights, listed as “life, liberty and The amoral design of the sustainability. our country never intended to economic development, employ- property,” replacing “property” extractive economy is at the root These kinds of progressive democratize the economy. ment, purchasing and banking, with “the pursuit of happiness.” of all our current multiplying policies begin to address the We live under a non-dem- so that our economy operates in The aspirations of “we the problems. The financial elites’ basic rot of the current economic ocratic system of laws that pre- an altruistic fashion designed to people,” were disregarded by the growth mania has brought its culture. They go far beyond the tends to operate as a democratic serve the common good for all. wealthy Federalists who wrote wealth to usurp democracy and typical tax-and-spend transfer republic while it enshrines and Tim Duff the current U.S. Constitution. overpower the planet’s resilience. policies, which today are being cravenly legalizes a hierar- Tonka Bay, Minn.

HAMILTON...Continued from page 4 vidual rights, a beacon of ter system, its metro lines, Instead, I’d argue people looking for work. mously, of course, but they stering our pool of talent, tolerance and equality, and the refurbished Union that immigration is And in a twist from what favored immigration in the and remaining a beacon a champion of the notion Station. The same is true an opportunity for the you’d expect, it’s not the national interest. I don’t to those everywhere who that offering opportunity to in any big city you care country. One of the first higher-end jobs that face know if those days are believe that their own all who live here — regard- to visit in this country votes I cast in Congress the most acute shortages. over for good; I hope not. hard work, creativity, and less of national origin — and in our fields and was for the Immigration It’s healthcare, hotel, and Because there is simply no entrepreneurial spirit can — yields the innovation orchards, our hotels and and Nationality Act of restaurant workers who question that this country build their own lives and and hard work that drive hospitals, our factories, our 1965, which prohibited are in the highest demand. has been made stronger by contribute to the commu- our economy and culture. schools, our startups, our discrimination against In an array of categories, its immigrants, and there nities around them. I could take up the military forces, our movie immigrants on the basis of from retail to food pro- is no reason to think that Lee Hamilton is rest of this commentary studios… You get the idea. their nationality. Instead, it cessing to landscaping, we will change. a Senior Advisor for just listing the immigrants Now, I agree that we gave preference to profes- don’t have the low-skilled So while I’m not the Indiana University who have enriched the can’t let everyone into the sionals, people with skills laborers we need. The need arguing that we should Center on Representative United States, from Levi U.S. who wants to come. the country needed, and for scientists, researchers, throw open our doors to Government; a Strauss, Irving Berlin, We simply don’t have relatives of U.S. citizens computer programmers all comers, we should lean Distinguished Scholar at and Albert Einstein to Liz the resources. But that’s and legal permanent res- and other knowledge toward openness, recog- the IU Hamilton Lugar Claiborne, Gloria Estefan, a far cry from saying idents. workers hasn’t abated, nizing that we have limits School of Global and Yo Yo Ma, and Patrick that we’re full, or that That same principle either. Nor has the need and constraints that International Studies; and Ewing. But it’s not just we’re facing an immigrant is valid today. We have to for workers with skills that demand building immigra- a Professor of Practice at names you’d recognize. I “invasion,” or that large use immigration to meet won’t soon be replaced by tion policy around a princi- the IU O’Neill School of have a clear memory from numbers of immigrants our needs, especially in the automation. ple. And what should that Public and Environmental my time in Washington, are “stealing” jobs from labor market. Every month There was a time when be? That immigration is Affairs. He was a member D.C., of watching people Americans. There’s very for the last year and a half, both political parties in this a powerful tool for meeting of the U.S. House of who’d immigrated literally little evidence to support the U.S. economy has had country largely support- our needs, strengthening Representatives for 34 build the city: its stormwa- any of those claims. more job openings than ed immigration. Not unani- our labor markets, bol- years. GOODBYE...Continued from page 4 When freed from the house, writer Roxanne Amberson successful mousing. and the kitten evicted.) P.J. on their time line. They the hunt in the Serengeti. he would strike gracefully said, “In the middle of a Some people dislike Wodehouse, English 19th hold leashes in disdain, can He didn’t do amazing and purposefully away, as world that has always been cats, even despise and century humorist, said, walk on their own without tricks or strive to amuse, if on a mission, disappear- bit mad, a cat walks with fear them, as if a shrieking “The real objection to the a lifeline, thank you very but he was an affectionate ing around the neighbor’s confidence.” feline had once leapt from great majority of cats is much. An occasional cat companion for 19 years. garage. Sometimes I was I never did find out a tree onto their head, their insufferable air of has padded along with How do you quantify that? reminded of a Gary Larson exactly where he went, digging in their claws. superiority.” me on my walks, unin- Much as I exhort them cartoon with the title although I don’t think he Ailurophobia refers to the Some people are just vited, as if to say, “Dogs. to help out with chores “When Irish setters go usually went too far. Did he persistent, irrational fear “dog people,” preferring Humpff. Anyone can do around the house, they are to work” that showed an curl up and sleep in a patch of cats that has provid- the adoring, slobbering this.” But when you need quite satisfied to accept my Irish setter on his hind feet of sun? Did he hunt mice ed fodder for cat-hating devotion of co-dependent a warm body on a cold gifts of nutritious food and in coat and tie, carrying a in the overgrown empty cartoons, books, T-shirts, canines, often constant winter night, they’re there, a warm house without any brief case, saying to his lot, patiently waiting, lis- etc. Perhaps this fear is car or truck companions. increasing the R-factor. So sense of obligation. doggy wife, “I’m going to tening for telltale (telltail?) buried in DNA, harking I’ve also housed and loved really, cat owners ought to There are over 96 go run around in circles and sounds of movement. Once back to the times of saber many dogs, a variety of get credit for energy-sav- million cats in the U.S., pretend there’s something he stayed out overnight, toothed tigers, but I have adoptees who ambled into ing, based on how many and let’s face it: we all in my head.” Freddie gave ignoring my calls, and was always benefitted from my life. I’ve enjoyed their cats they have. think our own pets are the the impression that he was not back in the morning. ailurophilia, an inordinate antics and companionship, Freddie was really not cats’ pajamas, quirks, mis- very clear about where Worried, I canvassed the love of cats. I’ve snuck but cats do offer a differ- remarkable in any way, behavior, and all. Freddie he was going and that he neighborhood with flyers, them into hospitals to visit ent type of relationship. except for his sweet nature brought his quiet affection had important work to do, meeting neighbors for the friends and attempted to Although my cats will and his beautiful, slender, to me with few demands always taking the same first time on the next street keep one in my freshman usually come when called, tawny body and sensuous, beyond food and the occa- path, like a commuter in up who knew who Freddie dorm, so reluctant was I to with the promise of food, it gliding stride, bringing to sional vet visit for repairs. his daily routine. American was and appreciated his live catless. (I was busted is clearly still their choice mind the female lions on He is missed. ARGUMENTS...Continued from page 3 adjacent surface waters. told the judges. decision not supported explanations you have the Legislature had pro- seepage on the east side of They cited studies by Attorney Person by substantial evidence,” provided are arbitrary hibited it from doing so. the tailings pile, they could both the Environmental argued that the MPCA said the panel’s presiding and capricious based on It’s unclear, however, how well rule that the MPCA Protection Agency and the is only required to regu- judge Jeanne Cochrane. A whether they are supported that argument might play failed to issue a permit Great Lakes Indian Fish late discharges to surface second judge zeroed in on by the factual record and into the judges’ decision. that is in compliance with and Wildlife Commission water, questioned whether the point as well. “Where I think as to the surface Legal standard state and federal water that indicated that contam- contaminated water was is it in the record, that water, that is the ques- While courts gener- quality requirements. Such ination levels are virtually seeping under the liner and, supports what the MPCA tion that Judge Cochrane ally defer to agency deci- a decision could overturn identical in water found even if it was, whether it is saying regarding surface has nailed on the head. sions, they can and will the permit and send the on either side of the metal would be subject to regula- water seepage. I think that Speaking for myself, and overrule agency officials if matter to the MPCA to lining that is supposed to tion as surface water. is critical for our decision.” not the panel, I have my their decisions are deemed either produce additional contain seepage, suggest- But the judges MPCA’s Person said doubts.” “arbitrary and capricious” evidence to support its ing a direction connec- expressed their doubts and she would try to provide U.S. Steel attor- and not based on sufficient decision, or to revise the tion between the waters. questioned the basis for the citations but was unable ney Jeremy Greenhouse evidence. In this case, if the permit to require compli- “Water is flowing under, MPCA’s position. “If there to do so during her allotted argued that the MPCA was judges determine that there ance with water quality over, and around these isn’t substantial evidence time to speak. not allowed to enforce the is inadequate evidence standards downstream of catch basin walls and some that the SCRS is working The second judge state’s strict sulfate stan- to support the MPCA’s the SCRS. of it never reports to the adequately, there would weighed in again. “The dard on any discharge from position that the SCRS The court has until catch basin,” Van Norman seem to be an arbitrary question is whether the the tailings pile because has resolved all of the Dec. 9 to issue its ruling. COUNCIL...Continued from page 3 continued. that tonight. I think our The motion to approve  Set a Truth in  Approved the agreement with the city’s Council member Paul intent is to get a sanitation the four-year residential Taxation public hearing Christmas Parade and Tree auditor, Walker, Giroux Kess, looking to diffuse contract in place by the end and one-year commercial for Tuesday, Nov. 26 at Lighting Ceremony on and Hahne for next year. the situation, agreed that of the month, and have the garbage pickup contract 6 p.m. Nov. 30 and approved any Approved a reso- Campbell made her point Sanitation Committee look passed by unanimous vote. Approved a note and in-kind services necessary lution creating a Census that the city code may at all these things, includ- Other business mortgage for a residential for the event. 2020 Complete Count  have been outdated for a ing updating the garbage In other action, the rehab loan for Kim Eldevik Approved an Committee. long time. “We can’t fix ordinance.” council: at 6 W Conan St. Understanding of Services 6 October 18, 2019 TOWER-SOUDAN LOCAL NEWS TIMBERJAY Newspapers VERMILION LAKE ASSOCIATION A new home, a new life, a new volunteer for LVA My name is Penny Jackson and printed forms, bulletins, brochures, notice in both local newspapers that re- I trusted my husband, not only I grew up in St. Paul, Minnesota, the newsletters etc. I feel my biggest hearsals for the Community Christmas with my heart, but also with my life. middle child in a family of five. Dad, accomplishment in this position was to Concert would be taking place at the We made the right move and have Mom, older brother and a younger start writing and using my communica- Tower-Soudan School. I love to sing, made many new friends by volunteer- sister. Life tion skills to inform others. and my husband knew how important it ing. By just showing up and giving of was always One day, out of the blue, my hus- was to me, so we got in the car and he yourself, new friendships will be made. an adventure. band asked me if I would share his life- drove me almost four hours so I could This makes life worth living. Playing in the long dream. That dream was to build a attend the first rehearsal. Each week Looking for something to do? fenced yard log cabin on Lake Vermilion. I imme- that I showed up I met more and more Want to make some lifelong friends? or traveling diately said, “yes, this could be my people. Through these new friends Try volunteering for the Vermilion around the dream also.” Even as I said yes, there many doors to volunteering opportuni- Lake Association. They have plenty block to see was a list of unanswered questions and ties became available and many more of opportunities available or develop friends. thoughts running through my mind. friendships were made. your own like I did with my writing. For almost “What about our family and friends? It has been about two years since It’s easy, just contact Pat Michaelson, 20 years prior It was a long drive to Tower and Lake we moved into our cabin on beautiful Volunteer Program Leader at plmi- Penny Jackson to an early Vermilion. I did like the area the few Lake Vermilion. I have truly loved [email protected] or check out the VLA Volunteer retirement, I times we visited. But to move and start every minute of it. The sunsets over the website at https://www.vermilionlake- worked in a a new life? I won’t know anyone. Will lake. The call of the loons. The many association.org. very large sub- I be able to make new friends?” The wild birds and animals that walk or fly urban church as their Office Ministry answer to all my questions was “YES.” by our home each day. The heavy snow Coordinator. I was the first person you Many opportunities and friendships that turns balsam limbs into beautiful would meet when walking through the were just waiting for me. lacy snowscapes. And let’s not forget door or calling on the phone. My job While waiting for our log home the magic and music of the lake as it also included the publishing of many to be completed on Pike Bay, I read a gives up its ice for Springtime.

TOWER-SOUDAN ELEMENTARY Bingo, books, and fun with Chimpy during Fall Pride Night

Tower-Soudan Elementary School hosted Fall Pride Night on Oct. 3. Students played bingo and winners received a certificate for a free book at the Scholastic Book Fair, Chimpy had lots of help making balloon animals, and even the littlest kids got a chance to try out their circus skills.

photos by J. Summit

1-20 Cook VFW_9-12 Cook VFW 1/18/17 Vendors needed for Tower Holiday Craft CookVFW Embarrass Vermillion FCU is Show set for Saturday, Dec. 7 TOWER- The Tower Holiday Craft Show will be Open Daily at Noon doing our 4th Annual Blanket held on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the CLOSED on TUESDAYS Tower Civic Center. Tables are $20 each (limit two Drive Project with all donations 8-ft. tables per vendor) and must be reserved and paid for in advance. Checks can be made out to Friends going to Gillette Childrens of VCS and mailed to Vermilion Country School, PO Happy Hour October 1st - Box 629, Tower, MN 55790 or can be dropped off at Daily 4-6 p.m. December 1st specialty healthcare in St. Paul. the charter school or at the Timberjay office in Tower. All Beer & Drinks For more information, call Jodi Summit at 218-753- Bar Menu & Pizza Blanket material requirements: 2950. Available New fabric/Yarn must be used, single or double sided flannel Event Rentals blankets, knitted & crocheted blankets, quilts with light batting, Estate Planning 101 classes set for Oct. Welcome knitted & crocheted blankets and fleece tie - blankets - a 23 and Nov. 13 in Tower 218-780-6709 favorite of the patients. TOWER- Local attorney, Kelly Klun, from the Common sizes: (approximate) Klun Law Office in Ely will lead a free class to take Pull-Tabs Sold Daily you through key factors to drafting and personalizing Lic. 00390 Infant/toddlers - 1.5 yards x 1.5 yards = 54”x54” wills and trusts, preparing probate documents, creating Pre teen/teen/adult - 2 yards x 1.5 yards - 75”x54” documents for long term health care, drafting a dura- Sunday FREE Pool Blankets may be dropped off at any of our 3 branches ble power of attorney, and preparing health care direc- Embarrass, Tower or Aurora before November 29th, so we tives. Classes will be held Oct. 23 and Nov. 13 in the Thursday Bingo library at the Tower-Soudan Elementary School at 4 Early Bird 6 p.m. may deliver them before the end of the year. p.m. You must pre-register. Please text or call Leone Progressive Prizes Graf to pre-register at 218-343-3744. If no answer, please leave a message with your phone number. Friday 4:30-7 p.m. Hamburger Special

Take-Out 666-0500 TIMBERJAY Newspapers TOWER-SOUDAN LOCAL NEWS October 18, 2019 7 HALLOWEEN FUN AEOA Senior Week of Oct. 21 Dining Menu TOWER- Vermil- Monday ion Country School and TOPS - Immanuel AEOA sponsor a senior dining site at the char- Lutheran Church, Tower, ter school in Tower. All at 9 a.m. meals include salad bar, fruit, choice of bever- Embarrass Al-Anon age, and dessert. Family Group- Hope Reservations are ap- Lutheran Church, 5088 preciated the day before, Hwy. 21, 6 p.m. or morning of, but walk- ins are always welcome. Tuesday Take-outs are available. Seniors age 60 and older Tower Area Food who have registered for Shelf- Open on the third the program and their Tuesday of every month partners qualify for spe- from 2:30-5:30 p.m. cial pricing of $4 per Located in the back of meal, but all ages are the Timberjay building on welcome at the regular Main Street. Next food rate of $5.75. There are shelf day is Nov. 19. no income guidelines. Meals are served Greenwood Fire Dept.- from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. on days when the char- Meetings on the first ter school is open. Call (business meeting) and the school at 218-753- third (drill) Tuesday of 1246 ext. 1003 for res- each month at 6 p.m. Trick-or-treat on Tower’s Tower Fire Department Vermilion Senior Living ervations, or call AEOA at 1-800-662-5711 ext. Wednesday Main Street on Thursday, hosting children’s hosting Halloween Party 7323 for the one-time Tower AA- Open Basics- TOWER- Vermilion Senior registration process. Oct. 31 Halloween Party, Oct. 31 7 p.m. at St. James TOWER- Area children TOWER- Area children and Living invites everyone to a Hal- Homebound seniors can sign up for meal Presbyterian Church. are invited to trick-or-treat on their families are invited to the loween Party on Thursday, Oct. 31 delivery. To register for Questions, call 753-2332. Main Street after school on Thurs- Community Halloween Party from 3 – 4:30 p.m. Come and enjoy fun activities and games including Meals on Wheels, or day, Oct. 31 starting at 3 p.m. Par- sponsored by the Tower Fire De- for more information, Breitung Town Board- 12 ticipating businesses will have partment. The party will be held on face painting, poke a pumpkin, and more! All ages are welcome to at- please call AEOA Se- noon on Ocrt. 23. Meeting signs on their doors welcoming Thursday, Oct. 31 from 4-6 p.m. at nior Nutrition at 218- location TBA. children. the Tower Civic Center. The event tend this free event. Halloween candy, snacks and punch provided. 735-6899. Any participating business that is free and all area families are wel- Thursday did not get a sign can pick one up at come. Make sure to wear a costume to Week of Oct. 21 the Timberjay office. celebrate with our lovely residents. Monday: Chicken AA Meeting- Lake Noodle Soup, Cheesy Vermilion 12x12 (Open). Bread Sticks, Marinara 6:30 p.m. at Immanuel Sauce Lutheran Church, Tower, COMMUNITY EVENTS Tuesday: Cheese En- use the rear side door chilada entrance. St. James movie night on Wednesday: Italian Sunday, Oct. 20 Red Hats to meet Thursday, Oct. 24 Meatball Sub Sandwich, Vermilion Country School Corn TOWER- St. James Presbyte- Board- Meetings Thursday: Tater Tot posted online at rian Church in Tower is hosting a Hot Dish, Dinner Roll free movie night on Sunday, Oct. Friday: Chicken vermilioncountry.org. 20 at 6 p.m. “October Baby” fea- Philly Sandwich tures poignant performances and genuine emotion to illuminate Week of Oct. 28 this inspiring coming-of-age story Monday: Chicken about self-discovery and the heal- Alfredo, Bread Stick Subscribe to the ing power of forgiveness. New- Tuesday: Chili in a TIMBERJAY! comer Rachel Hendrix stars as Bread Bowl Call Hannah, a college student whose Wednesday: Lasa- 218-753-2950 gna, Dinner Roll world is shattered when she dis- Thursday: Hallow- covers her parents have kept a een Dinner! Eat if you life-changing secret from her that dare! will force her to question who she Friday: Pizza truly is. [PG-13] The Northern Red Hat Belles will meet at noon on Thursday, Oct. 24 at Sulu's in Tower. Reservations must Sellers Auction set for be made by Friday, Oct. 18 with Barb Rinne at 753-2091 the or Kay Hanson at 218-248-0198. Red Hats are pictured TIMBERJAY Saturday, Oct. 26 in above at a meeting this summer. submitted photo Tower The Tower-Soudan Timberjay and Cook-Orr Timberjay TOWER- Sellers Auction, of are published weekly on Friday by The Timberjay, Superior, Wis., will be holding will be showing the movie “Un- tures an appetizer buffet, live and a live auction at the Tower Civ- Inc. Offices are at 414 Main St., planned,” at 2 p.m. in the Social silent auctions, karaoke, and many Box 636, Tower, MN 55790 [218- ic Center on Saturday, Oct. 26 Hall. All are invited, at no charge. games and raffles. While the event starting at 11 a.m. The auction is 753-2950], and PO Box 718, Ely, MN 55731 [218- “Unplanned” is the true story is known as a “ladies” night, men 365-3114]. Fax number is 218-753-2916. E-mail being sponsored by UBetcha An- of Abby Johnson. Abby just want- are also welcome to attend. A cash tiques and Uniques of Tower, and address is [email protected]. Visit our web- ed to help women. She believed in bar is available. site at www.timberjay.com. the event will feature handpicked a women’s right to choose, and as We are also looking for dona- items from the dealers and vendors Entered as Periodicals at the Post Office in one of the youngest Planned Par- tions of prizes for the games and Tower, Minnesota. POSTMASTER: Send address who work with the shop. enthood directors in the nation, she auctions. Hand-crafted items, gift Items will be available to changes to: The Timberjay, P.O. Box 636, Tower, was involved in upward of 22,000 baskets, wine and spirits, and gift MN 55790. Three award-winning community edi- view Friday evening, said Ubetcha abortions...Until the day she saw certificates are needed. Please con- owner Victoria Meloche, and then tions are published each week for Tower/Soudan, something that changed every- sider donating items, gift certifi- Cook/Orr, and Ely. again prior to the auction start on thing, which led Abby to become cates, or baskets that can be used Saturday. one of the most ardent pro-life ad- for the silent auction. “There will be hundreds of Publisher Marshall Helmberger vocates in America. All the funds raised go to General Manager Jodi Summit items auctioned off,” she said, If you are unable to attend the youth activities in Tower-Soudan. “Antiques, collectibles, and fine Staff Writers Melissa Roach showing on Oct. 27, St. Mary’s This is the group’s only fundrais- Stephanie Ukkola junk, including some box lots.” Catholic Church in Cook will be er each year, so please consider Meloche is hoping that live E. M. Schultz showing the movie on Monday, helping out this important commu- Ely Editor Keith Vandervort auction action will attract both Oct. 21 at 6:30 p.m. nity event. In the last two years, buyers and also those just interest- Office Manager M. M. White TSAA has donated over $8,500 Graphics/Ad Sales Scarlet Lynn Stone ed in watching. Buyers will regis- in the community, including: ter and receive their auction num- Get your tickets now for Ad Sales/Sports Jay Greeney Tower-Soudan Little League and Ad Sales Bill Stone ber prior to the auction start. TSAA Fall Auction on Junior Legion baseball, T-S Ele- “This is something that has Thursday, Nov. 7 mentary Ely Marathon entry fees, Official Newspaper: been missing on the Range,” she TOWER- Tickets are now Tower-Soudan Elementary Track said. “If it goes well, we will look City of Orr, City of Ely, Townships of Bear- available for the Tower-Soudan and Field Day, community fam- ville, Eagles Nest, Embarrass, Kugler, Vermilion at doing consignment auctions.” Athletic Association Fall Auction ily events at Vermilion Country Meloche said they will be Lake, Field, Morcom, Leiding, Crane Lake, ISD on Thursday, Nov. 7 at the Wilder- School, athletics and choir fees at 707. posting updates on items to be of- ness at Fortune Bay. Tickets are VCS, and more. fered at the auction on the Ubetcha $25, and must be paid in advance. Member: Antiques facebook page. Minnesota Newspaper Association, Payment can be dropped off at Lake Vermilion Resort Association, Lake Vermil- the Timberjay office in Tower, or ion Area Chamber of Commerce, Ely Chamber of Movie to be shown at St. mailed to TSAA, c/o The Tim- Commerce, Orr Chamber of Commerce. Martin's on Oct. 27 berjay, PO Box 636, Tower, MN TOWER- On Sunday, Oct. 55790. Subscriptions Available: 27, St. Martin’s Catholic Church This once-a-year event fea- St. Louis County: $37 year Elsewhere: $52 year. We accept VISA/Mastercard/Discover. Please specify Tower/Soudan, Cook/Orr or Ely edition. NOTE: Changes of address must be sent or Transfer station Bookmobile Schedule called in to the Tower office. Out-of-state delivery Soudan Canister Hwy. 77 Canister Wednesday, Oct. 23; Nov. 13; Dec. 4 may take 2-3 weeks. For prompt out-of-state deliv- Expanded hours year-round Winter hours now in effect ery try the First Class Subscription: $100 year or Bois Forte Boys/Girls Club 11:00-11:30 a.m. $10 per month. Monday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Thursday 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Greenwood Town Hall 12:00-12:30 p.m. Wed. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Read the entire paper on-line every week. On- Sunday 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. Soudan Fire Hall 1:45-3:00 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. line subscriptions cost $29.95/year; details at www. Sunday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Recycling canisters available Tower Civic Center 3:15-4:15 p.m. timberjay.com. Embarrass, Four Corners 5:15-6:00 p.m. For info: 1-800-450-9278 at the canister site when open. For info: 1-800-450-9278 For further information, call the Arrowhead Library Moving? Questions about your subscription? System at 218-741-3840 or www.arrowhead.lib.mn.us Call the Tower office at (218) 753-2950. 6 October 18, 2019 ELY LOCAL NEWS TIMBERJAY Newspapers

Tuesday Group GET OUTDOORS ELY - The upcom- Libraries ing Tuesday Group Ely library schedule is listed below. All talks are at 12 noon Ely bird watchers flock for Big Sit Hours: Monday — Friday, on Tuesday at the Grand 10 a.m.-6 p.m. by KEITH VANDERVORT Saturdays — 8 a.m. to noon Ely Lodge. Ely Editor Closed on Sundays Oct. 22 - Meet New Phone: 365-5140 Elyites ELY – Volunteers from Game night the Ely Field Naturalists played the role of Boreal Babbitt library ELY - Smear tour- Birdometers last Sunday Monday Noon-6 pm naments are held the first as registered participants in Tuesday Noon-6 pm and third Mondays, and the Big Sit. The Big Sit, an Wednesday Noon-6 pm cribbage tournaments Thursday Noon-6 pm annual, international, non- are held the second and Friday Noon-5 pm competitive birding event fourth Mondays at the Phone: 827-3345 hosted by Bird Watcher’s Ely Senior Center, 27 Digest and founded by the S 1st Ave E, starting New Haven, Conn., Bird at 6 p.m. Support groups Club, is like a Big Day or There is a $5 entry AA - Alcoholics a bird-a-thon in that the fee, plus 25 cents per set. Anonymous object is to tally as many AA - 7 p.m. Mondays, bird species as can be seen and 7:30 p.m. Ely Free Clinic or heard within 24 hours. Wednesdays, First ELY - The Ely Ely participants shared Lutheran Church, Community Health in counting the number of 915 E. Camp St., Ely Center is open every bird species that could be WOMEN’S AA - Noon Thursday evening from seen on the south shore of 5:30-7 p.m. in the AFU Mondays, St. Anthony Shagawa Lake. “It seemed Building, 111 S 4th Church basement, Ely very much like an October Ave. E. day with snow falling at 7 BABBITT AA - 7 p.m. For more infor- a.m. and also at 5 p.m.,” Tuesdays, Woodland mation, call 218-365- said Bill Tefft “The tem- Presbyterian Church. 5678, or visit their AL-ANON - perature hovered between Sundays website, www.elycom- 30 and 40 degrees and the 8-9 p.m. at St. Anthony’s munityhealth.org. north wind coming off the Catholic Church in Ely. lake produced a dramatic Eileen Schantz-Hansen and Bill Tefft braved a cold wind early Sunday For persons who encoun- display of rapidly moving morning as they searched for birds at the Shagawa Lake boat landing. ter alcoholism in a Breathing Out clouds that made some of photo by K. Vandervort relative or friend. by Cecilia Rolando © 2019 the most interesting fall BABBITT AL-ANON weather we have ever seen couple of times searching a whiff of the food that ed during the day and the - Thursdays, 7 p.m. at on an Ely Big Sit day.” for insects along the densely existed for birds it decided list of fourteen species Woodland Presbyterian “This is the time of wooded shoreline.” to come closer and investi- was a record for the fewest Church. year and the kind of count Possibly the same two gate. But being charged by during any of Ely’s Big common loons were close a shouting human changed Sits. “In addition to the CO-DEPENDENTS’ that allows for time to by or at a distance in thae- its mind and it scurried off bird counters, there was 12-step support group, observe and consider the center portion of the lake and never came back.” the usual flow of people to noon Fridays, St. activities of all the birds and other wildlife that are seeking food throughout One hermit thrush the Shagawa Lake public Anthony’s Catholic the day and making low made appearances only access to take pictures, Church, Ely. seen from this one 17-foot in diameter circle over the hoots and a louder call occasionally during the go duck hunting in the ELY FOOD SHELF - course of the day,” he said. when a bald eagle flew day to feed on the fruit of morning hours, fish that Third Wednesday each Black-capped chicka- over, according to Tefft. grape woodbine that was area of the lake in the month, 15 W. Conan St. dees came throughout the “Both adult and immature growing on trees in the afternoon, bring the family ADULT BASIC day to feed on the seeds that bald eagles were seen bayside thicket.“ A lot out on the boat docks, walk EDUCATION were put out. Red-breasted flying over-head.” of the blue jay migration dogs, and gather with us to GED - Study materials nuthatches joined them in At one point, the sky has already occurred but discuss a range of topics,” and pre-test available. most colorful fall the afternoon hours. Dark- cleared in the early after- a very few were seen and he said. Tower by appointment. beauty suspending one’s breath eyed juncos were the only noon and two bald eagles heard. Maybe these will be Certainly, the most and three red-tailed hawks some that stay up north all unexpected bird seen was Call 365-3359, 827-3232, moving toward white sparrow-like birds and or 1-800-662-5711. they stayed close to cover found a rising thermal of winter,” Tefft added. brought in by the duck feeding on seeds along the warmer air that lifted them One downy wood- hunters. “Not only the edge of the parking lot, high above the observers pecker was heard and seen hunters, but also every- Tefft reported. before they lost the lift and in its efforts to extract one else was interested the He added, “American streamed south in a contin- some food from a tree. in seeing this long-tailed TIMBERJAY crows were very vocal and uation of their migration. 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SUPPORTING THE ARTS FALL CHOIR CONCERT

The Ely Memorial School presented the Fall Choir Concert Monday night at Washington Auditorium. Choir Director Michael Rouse and the Elementary Impromptu Choir, above, sang “Puff the Magic Dragon,” and other favorites. The Memorial High School Choir opened their set News In Brief with “Something Told the Wild Geese.” The Middle School Choir and the school’s combined choirs also presented selections. The Elementary Winter Concert is set for Dec. 18, the School Christmas singers wanted ELY – Singers are wanted for the Ely Area Band Winter Choir will be held Dec. 19. photos by K. Vandervort Christmas Choir Cantata. Rehearsals are on Wednesdays, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church 301 E Conan St. Child care will be provided. The performance date is at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 8 at Washington Auditorium, 600 E Harvey St. For more information, call Patti at 218-929-3214, or Donna at 218-365-6320. Take a Haunted Hayride ELY - Join the Ely Watercolor Association for a Halloween Haunted Hayride thru the woods at Silver Rapids Lodge on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 25-26, beginning at 6 p.m. Family-friendly rides will be available from 6-8 p.m. Ride at your own risk from 8-11 p.m. Admission is just $5 and free hot chocolate will be available. Happy Days to host Halloween party ELY - Happy Days Preschool is hosting a Halloween Costume Contest on Friday, Nov. 1 at the Grand Ely Lodge. The fundraising event, for children pre-K through fifth grade, will be held from 5-8 p.m. OUR COMMUNITY Happy Days, a private, self-funded preschool for children three to five years of age, is celebrating its 50th anniversary in December. ‘Keep Warm’ project returns to VCC “Part of the success of the preschool depends on the contributions from local businesses and sponsors who ELY – The 6th annual “Keep organizer Dayna Mase. “We esti- Anthony’s Catholic Church, Oasisi generously donate various educational items and mon- Warm” program at Vermilion mate that over the past five years, International Church, and St. Mary’s etary donations,” said board member Zoe Lampman. Community College is under way 200 students have received boots, Episcopal Church. Costume contest judging will begin at 7 p.m. During and in need of community help. and over 700 coats.” “Ely Surplus gives us a generous the contest, there will be door prizes with carnival-style “Keep Warm” provides boots, coats, This year, eight Ely-area church- discount and we purchase boots, games, such as “Witch-Hat Ring Toss,” Feed the Ghost,” gloves, hats and other items to VCC es are helping in collecting coats and gloves, hats and gaiters from them,” “Monster Grab,” “Pick-a-Duck,” and more. students unprepared for the winter financial assistance to purchase Mase added. Crafting activities will also be available to include; months here in Ely. items, including Grace Lutheran Distribution at VCC will begin rock painting, pumpkin decorating, and make a monster. “Last year, we provided 60 Church, LedgeRock Community on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2:30-3:30 The best deal for game participation will be $5 for 10 students with a “KW package,”and Church, First Presbyterian Church, p.m., and continue on Tuesdays and tickets. had over 200 coats donated by local Ely Gospel Tabernacle Church, Thursdays thru Thursday, Nov. 21. All proceeds will benefit Happy Days Preschool, people to keep students warm,” said United Methodist Church, St. which strives to provide quality and hands-on education for its students. “Come on out and enjoy this fun family DAV vehicle program launched in Ely next week event,” Lampman said. ELY – The Disabled portation to ambulato- 2018 by the numbers: in 2018 Free flu shots available in Ely Veterans of America orga- ry veterans in northeast  1,479,064 miles 4,147 veterans trans- ELY – Ely-Bloomenson Community Hospital is nization is launching a new Minnesota, helping them driven by volunteer drivers ported to VA-approved providing free flu shots again this year. Community transportation service here get to their Veterans in 2018 appointments flu shot clinics, held at a variety of locations, continue for ambulatory veterans Administration-approved  28,775 veter- 6,186 hours invest- through the middle of November. through the Twin Ports appointments. “We are ans transported to VA- ed by volunteers transport- New this year, according to EBCH officials, high- DAV Clinic and will a volunteer program and approved appointments ing veterans dose vaccinations will be available for patients 65 and present a vehicle to the VA are always in need of new 67,963 hours invest- The vehicle presen- older with the presentation of a Medicare insurance Clinic on Monday, Oct. 21. volunteer drivers in all our ed by volunteers transport- tation will take place card. These vaccinations will still be provided at no According to Daniel areas,” he said. The DAV ing veterans at the St. Louis County cost to the patient. Limited supplies available. Welsand, transportation of Minnesota currently has DAV NE MN Commissioner Office, The flu shot clinic schedule includes: coordinator at the Twin 30-plus vehicles strategi- PROGRAM 2018 by the 320 Miners Drive, with ELY-BLOOMENSON HOSPITAL Ports Clinic, located cally placed in Minnesota numbers: County Commissioner Wednesday, Oct. 30 - 2-6 p.m.  in Superior, Wis., the communities. 156,181 miles Paul McDonald. Thursday, Nov. 7 – 8 a.m.-1 p.m. program provides trans- DAV of MN STATE driven by volunteer drivers BUSINESS WELLNESS DAYS Local businesses can schedule an appointment Ely Kiwanis Club by calling 365-8739 and they will come to an Ely-area receives award place of business with free flu shots on Wednesday, Oct. 23 and Thursday, Oct. 24, by appointment The Ely Kiwanis Club PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES  was recently award- Tuesday, Nov. 12 - 3:30-7 p.m. at Washington ed a “Distinguished ElementarySchool  Club Award” from Thursday, Nov. 14 -3:30 - 7 p.m. at Ely Kiwanis International. Memorial High School Club president Zeke Smith, left, received Have coffee with a cop the award from Cal ELY – Join members of the Ely Police Department Saari, retired district at the Front Porch Coffee and Tea Co. on Wednesdays lieutenant governor. at 9 a.m. for Coffee with a Cop. submitted photo The program was started as a community-police initiative to build relationships between law enforce- ment and the community they serve. “This event will provide a way to meet a police officer from the Ely Police Department in an informal and relaxed setting,” said Chief John Lahtonen.

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The 2019 Fall Homecoming Royal Court: Back (from left) Steven Sopoci, Josh Copeland, Ian Olson, Tyler Kehoe, Daniel Crockett, Brian Whiteman and Prince Clayton Janssen. Middle: Angeline Lilya, Abby Koch, Brynn Simpson, Connor Anderson, King Trevor Morrison, Queen Karlyn Pierce, Carter Smith, Katrina Chapman, Kayla Tschida, Kennedy Wardas, Princess Coley Olson. Front: Shay Wilcox and Della Isham. photos by C. Stone

Right: Crowning Queen Karlyn Pierce

Below: Crowning King Trevor Morrison

Cook-Orr Calendar Rosemaling Local author October is Fiber class with Linda Sandra Butalla to Arts Month at Make A Cool and Creative “Viking” Freeman Oct. 29 speak and sign the Cook Public COOK- Linda Free- books at the Cook Library COOK- Registration is required for man will be leading a this cool needle-felting class at North- Public Library COOK- We’ve ex- woods Friends of the Arts Gallery in class on Tuesday, Oct. 29 panded Quilt Month to at Northwoods Friends COOK- Former Cook on Wednesday, Nov. 13 from 10 Cook resident and teach- include all Fiber Arts! a.m. to 1 p.m. The creative class will of the Arts Gallery at 6 Come to the library p.m. titled “Rosemaling: er, Sandra Butalla, will be be taught by Susan Archbold (from the at the Cook Library at 6 all month long to see Range Print Shop and General Store) at Focus on Stroke”. The local fiber art pieces, in- gallery is located on 210 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 22. NWFA Gallery at 210 S. River St., next Butalla is the author cluding quilting, knitting, to Dream Weaver Salon. S River St. next to Dream crocheting, embroidery, Weaver Salon/Spa. of three books: The Man The “Viking” kit costs $20 paid Who Fell to Earth— weaving, spinning, and to the instructor (at the time of the Linda Freeman is a felting. Fiber-art themed Cook artist who is called the amazing true story class). The class requires pre-registra- of World War II flyboy books for all ages will be tion which costs $10 for NWFA mem- Pastor Linda at the Cove- available for check out. nant Church. Linda was Robert Givens and his bers and $20 for non-members. NWFA harrowing fall from a Each check out earns a membership is $25 per year. Call Al- one of the original volun- chance to win one of sev- teers who created NWFA B-17 at 20,000 feet over berta Whitenack at 218-666-2153. You the North Sea; Warbirds eral prizes. The Friends may also register for the class at the Gallery in 2010. She of the Cook Public Li- also recently organized in the Cloak of Dark- Gallery. ness, which tells the in- brary are sponsoring a Find more information at www. the “Art for Fun” class at ticket raffle for a chance the Covenant Church in credible true story of nwfamn.org or write to nwfamn.org@ American airman Robert to win a beautifully gmail.com. Cook. hand-embroidered wool Pre-register for this Holmstrom and the high- ly-dangerous top-secret wall hanging, donated by class by calling Alberta a local artist. missions he flew for the urdays, artists meet at class music to smaller ator who becomes strand- at 218-666-2153. The A special event in OSS during World War Northwoods Friends of communities throughout ed in the Sahara Desert fee for the class is $10 October is the Fiber Arts II; and her latest, We Are the Arts Gallery in Cook America. where he meets the Little for members and $20 for Tea on Tuesday, Oct. 29 Not Invisible, in which to enjoy working on their The pianists will also Prince, a little man from non-members. The an- at 5 p.m. nual membership fee for twenty-six women veter- art from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. be performing in Cook another planet. The Lit- ans from varied branches NWFA is $25. Registra- Woodcarving All artists and would-be on Sunday, Oct. 27 at 7 tle Prince acts out for the tions will also be taken of the service share the artists are welcome to p.m. at the First Baptist Aviator his adventures by mail or at NWFA Gal- enlightening stories of group meets share the time and space Church. with a lamplighter, a fox, lery. The NWFA website their lives before, during, Thursdays on Saturdays. and other beings he’s met is www.nwfamn.org. and after their military Borealis Bards in the galaxy, and shares service. COOK- The NWFA woodcarving group will Piatigorsky present The Little the insights he’s learned Butalla will be dis- from these encounters. Cook Seniors to cussing her new book meet on Thursdays at Foundation pres- Prince the gallery from 6 to In the end, both leave un- meet on Nov. 6 during the Oct. 22 pro- ents pianist and INT’L FALLS- Bore- derstanding how to laugh, COOK- The Cook gram. Copies of all three 8 p.m. Dates are Oct. alis Bards, the inter-gen- 24; Nov. 7, 21; Dec. 5, tenor in Bigfork cry and love again. Senior Citizens will hold books will be available BIGFORK - The erational community the- Performances will be their monthly meeting for purchase following 12, and 19. The curious atre program of Backus and carving beginners Piatigorsky Foundation at 7 p.m. on Friday and on Wednesday, Nov. 6 at the program. is bringing tenor Kelly Community Center, will Saturday, Oct. 25 and 1 p.m. in the senior citi- Sandra Butalla’s of all ages are encour- produce The Little Prince aged to attend and share Burns and piano accom- 26, and 2 p.m. on Sun- zens room at the Pioneer books are also avail- panist Nicholas Shaney- as the second event of the day, Oct. 27. Tickets are Apartments (use the front able at Amazon.com, this learning experience Backus Performing Arts together. Call Howard felt to the Edge Center available at Backus and entry) at 131 5th St. SE. Barnes&Noble.com, for the Arts in Bigfork on Series at the end of Oc- City Drug in the Falls, The meeting will HellgatePress.com and at Hilshorst for more infor- tober. mation at 218-741-7941. Friday, Oct. 25 at 7 p.m. J&D Foods in Littlefork, include news about the the Jack Butalla Agency, Tickets for the event are The Little Prince is a Betty’s in Fort Frances group, plans for having 114 Chestnut St. in Vir- Open Studio Art at $10 for adults and $5 for drama by Rick Cummins and at the door. Prices card games, and other ginia. children. and John Scoullar, based are $12 for adults and $5 activities. Refreshments NWFA Gallery on The performance is on the widely-read book for children ages 6 to 18, will be served. All are Saturdays part of the foundation’s by Antoine de Saint-Ex- ages five and under are welcome. The group is upery. It is the magical COOK- On Sat- program to bring world free. not just for seniors! tale of a world-weary avi- TIMBERJAY Newspapers COOK/ORR LOCAL NEWS October 18, 2019 7

NORTH WOODS SCHOOL Vaping and e-cigarette use a growing problem veys showed that 11-per- trolled by federal law, it ly, they were marketed as cent of 8th-graders and is not something that is a safe alternative to smok- 16-percent of 9th-grad- easy or fast to fix. The ing and even as a way for ers have used e-cigs. The companies that manu- smokers to “kick the hab- most alarming statistic facture these devices are it.” Seventy-five-percent was among 11th-grad- now multi-million-dollar of teens surveyed last ers. The study showed companies with financial year thought that using JOHN that 26.4-percent, or clout. Some are backed electronic cigarettes was one in four high school financially or even owned not bad for you. The mes- VUKMANICH 11th-graders, have used by tobacco companies, sage that we have shared e-cigs or vaping devices. such as Phillip Morris with kids at North Woods The same study showed and R.J. Reynolds. Juul, is that these devices are This week, I am tak- that traditional cigarette the largest manufacturer Above: Is it a pen not safe. They can lead to or an e-cig? It’s an ing a break from intro- use among the same age of electronic cigarettes, nicotine addiction. They e-cig. ducing and interviewing groups was at 2-percent, is valued at roughly $38 can lead to severe injury teachers in order to write 3-percent, and 5-percent. billion according to some Left: A Juul (left) or death. Presenters to about an urgent issue for Students also shared that analysts. next to a jump drive staff have explained in all of us, the electronic they are able to get the Electronic cigarettes and a quarter. detail the concerns sur- cigarette epidemic. Use products from friends, are not just used for in- rounding these products, of these devices, com- shops, and on the inter- gestion of nicotine, but and we are embedding in- monly called e-cigs, va- net. Nationwide, usage also THC, the active in- formation into our health pes, and Juuls, is rising of these devices has risen gredient in marijuana. classes so that our stu- at a time when traditional from 7 million users in Because products that dents are informed about cigarette use is at an all- 2011 to 45 million users contain THC are legal in the risks. Our school re- time low in the same age in 2019. (Source: Wash- some states, marketing tained in the liquid. Some the chemicals used for source officer is another groups. ington Post) on the internet or through vaping cartridge products vaping is causing in lung resource we are utilizing Increased usage Some cities, includ- illegal private-party sales are concentrated to pro- function to deteriorate, to work with kids regard- among youth has result- ing Duluth, have passed is also an issue. duce the same amount of eventually leading to the ing chemical use. As par- ed in several discussions ordinances raising the Electronic cigarettes nicotine as four packs of body having an inability ents, it is important that at state, county, and city age to purchase tobac- are able to deliver much regular cigarettes. to transfer oxygen from you know what to look levels. Recently, the co products to 21. This higher levels of nicotine You may have heard the lungs to the blood- for. Modern vaping de- Minnesota Department of makes it at least a little through a concentrated that at least eighteen stream. The FDA has vices are easily concealed Education (MDE) host- more difficult for young liquid that is heated up deaths nationwide have warned all users of elec- and you may not even no- ed a statewide telephone people to purchase them. and vaporized by the de- been attributed to e-cig tronic cigarettes to stop tice one in plain sight. Be conference for school A big loophole, though, vice. The liquid comes use. In addition, 1,080 use immediately until aware of different scents principals to discuss their is the internet. Many of in many flavors, with the cases of lung disease more information can be on your kids’ clothing. concerns and to introduce these products are sold primary favorites being have been attributed to gathered regarding their Monitor your credit cards an anti- vaping toolkit through websites that do fruit, berry, and mint fla- e-cig usage. Doctors are side effects. for strange purchases. for schools. During the not have the capability vors. These flavors appeal still studying the caus- One of the biggest Talk to your kids if their conference, they shared to guarantee that a buyer to the palate of young es of these illnesses and enforcement issues for behavior or moods seem statistics from recent is of age. Because inter- people and mask the fla- deaths, but it remains schools is that unlike reg- strange. Listen to your student surveys. The sur- net commerce is con- vor of the chemicals con- clear that something in ular cigarettes, which are kids about their concerns, more difficult to conceal and encourage them to and even more difficult make good choices. We to use without detection, need to teach our kids Orr HS Class of 1969 celebrates 50th reunion electronic cigarettes are that the temptation to par- easy to conceal and the ticipate in risky behavior vapor much more diffi- will always be there, but cult to detect. Vaping de- they can make the best vices come in pods, pens, decisions for their own and in the case of one of well-being. We will con- the most common brands, tinue to work with our Juul, a jump drive. students, so they under- What can we do as stand that using e-cigs parents and educators? is not a safe alternative We need to talk with our to cigarettes. Ultimately, kids about the potential our goal is to keep our dangers of use. Every- kids safe, accountable, one knows that cigarettes and away from addiction. are bad for you, but signs point to a different belief regarding e-cigs. Initial- the TIMBERJAY The Cook-Orr Timberjay is pub- lished weekly on Friday by The Tim- berjay, Inc. Offices are at 414 Main St., Box 636, Tower, MN 55790 [218-753- 2950] and Box 718, Ely, MN 55731 [218-365-3114]. Fax number is 218-753-2916. E-mail address is [email protected]. Visit our website: www.timberjay.com. Entered as Periodicals at the Post Office in Tow- er, Minnesota. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: The Timberjay, P.O. Box 636, Tower, MN 55790. Three award-winning community editions are pub- lished each week for Cook/Orr, Tower/Soudan, and ORR- Thanks to Thank you to the Hazel Autio Appleby, Bragg, Steve Hensel (10 Ely. 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BREITUNG TOWNSHIP Breitung planning to move back into town hall Oct. 25 by E. M. SCHULTZ Staff Writer Old mailboxes on sale for $25; money raised to fund community room furniture

SOUDAN - Construction and the township is hoping to the boulders, as well as the logs, next three years. The current Department Supervisor job and is going well on the township host an open house for the ren- sawhorses, and other unsightly three-year agreement includes planned to set up an interview building rehab project, according ovation project sometime in late and dangerous items, several one final payment in December schedule at the next council to Breitung town board supervi- November or early December. weeks ago. Given that this has before it expires at the end of meeting. The board received a sors, who met on Thursday, Oct. The council plans on setting a yet to happen, the council voted the year. total of seven applications. 10. Lenci Construction predicted date at the next meeting, which to send a blight letter to the  Tabled a payment to  Voted to give residents a the building would be ready for will be held at 12 p.m. on owner, allowing 14 days for the JPJ Engineering for the Lake chance to buy their old mailbox- move-in on Friday, Oct. 25. A Wednesday, Oct. 23. items to be removed. If this does Vermilion Park Drive north es. The township won the mail- handful of loose ends still need to Council members also not happen, the township will entrance. boxes in a national bid for $747 be wrapped up, however, before discussed an issue regarding remove the boulders and charge  Changed the language of and will be selling them for $25 that happens. Puncher Point Road, which was the property owner for the work. the facility use and rental rules to help recover the cost of the bid Most of these jobs are brought to their attention by a and regulations for the town- and to help raise funds for new already in progress. There are few of the residents who attended Other business ship’s community room. The tables and chairs. Three hundred plans to finish painting the fire the meeting. One attendee asked In other business, the town new language no longer prohibits mailboxes are available. The hall, the plumbing is mostly about the status of the removal of board: gambling, allows for longer mailboxes will also be available done, office doors are on their large boulders and rocks along  Tabled the Tower ambu- rentals without approval by the for purchase for non-residents, way, desks were installed on the road, which she believed lance subsidy agreement until board, and allows for the use of so if you would like to reserve Friday, and a new flag has been were a safety issue. The board they have more information the room in sales and promotion- your specific number, you can ordered for the post office. The agreed and informed her that the available regarding the loca- al events. The new language also call Lori Tomsich at 218-753- only thing the council wasn’t boulders would be removed prior tion of the current funds. The lowered the price of rentals, as 4220. sure about was when the parking to the first snowfall. well as cleaning fees. new agreement would see a  lot will be blacktopped. They said the property 25-percent increase in Breitung’s Reviewed the appli- The post office is now open, owner had been told to remove contributions each year, for the cations for the Maintenance

MPCA hosting meeting in Virginia on Nov. 12 to discuss proposed clean car standards by MARSHALL HELMBERGER held around the state next month. Recently, Governor Tim webinar, please visit the Clean stating whether or not the agency Managing Editor More than 60 percent of Walz asked the MPCA to start the Cars Minnesota website (www. should adopt these standards Americans now view climate rulemaking process to adopt the mn.gov/cleancars). and why. REGIONAL—The change as a crisis or a serious Clean Cars Minnesota proposal The community meeting The MPCA expects to issue Minnesota Pollution Control problem, and a majority of to protect existing standards for announcement is part of the the proposed clean car standards Agency will host a community Americans indicate they want reducing carbon emissions and MPCA’s official Request for rule in early 2020, with final meeting in Virginia next month action needs to be taken now to other air pollutants and require Comments – the agency’s adoption expected December to take public comments on the reduce the emissions of carbon manufacturers to deliver for sale legal notice of its intent to 2020. agency’s intent to adopt clean car dioxide and other gases that in Minnesota more ultra-low and begin rulemaking – in the More information about standards similar to those in 14 contribute to climate change. zero-emission electric vehicles State Register. The Request for the rule, public meetings, and other states, including Colorado In Minnesota, transportation and plug-in hybrids. Comments period is 60 days, how to submit comments is on and Maine. is now the largest emitter of these The MPCA will also be and the public is encouraged to the MPCA website (mn.gov/ The meeting is set for 5-7 “greenhouse gases” and passen- hosting a statewide webinar on submit written comments until cleancars). p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12, at ger vehicles are the largest source November 4 from 12 -1 p.m. To 4:30 p.m. on December 6, 2019. Miner’s Memorial in Virginia. of carbon emissions within the receive additional details on the MPCA welcomes all comments The meeting is one of six being sector. upcoming Clean Cars Minnesota on the rule, including simply

Obituaries and Death Notices

Harold J. Brock Baumgartner, prior. A private family prior at the church. The cel- of Ely. wife, Betty and her daugh- Hannah (Jace) Junker, burial at the Ely Cemetery ebrant will be Fr. Michael He is survived by ter, Wendy (Jay) Brenk Baumgartner Garrett Larson and Breann will follow. Garry. Honorary pall- his wife, Linda De Shaw of Duluth; his children, Harold John Larson; eight great-grand- She is survived by bearers will be Kathryn’s Blauert; son, John; John (Jane) Marconett Baumgartner, 86, of Cook, children; brother, Jim her daughter, Michelle brothers. Burial will be daughter-in-law, Camille of Sun City West, Ariz., passed away on Saturday, (Pat) Baumgartner; sister, (Dave) Milton; son, Brian in the Eveleth Cemetery. (Kinzer); grandchildren, Susan (Rick) Aune of Lake Oct. 12, 2019, at the Lucille (Ron) Nelson; Lindland; stepdaughter, Arrangements are entrust- James and Elizabeth; Vermilion-Cook, Robert Littlefork Care Center. A brothers- and sisters-in- Brenda (Jerome) Whiting; ed to Cron-Sheehy Funeral brother, Jimmy; sister-in- (Renee’) Marconett of Memorial Service will be law, Maxine Haas, Marian stepdaughter-in-law, Home of Eveleth. law, Oni; nieces, nephews, Canyon, Arlyn Ferguson held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Haas, Ella Huckbody, Yvonne Bach; stepsons, She is survived by her and many friends. of Cook and Patti (Paula) Oct. 21 at Trinity Lutheran Doris and Bruce Wussow, William Bach and Bruce brothers, Joe (Lorraine) Olson-Williams of Church in Cook with visi- Irene Baumgartner and (Carrie) Bach; grand- Mayasich of Shoreview, Barnum; grandchildren, tation for one hour prior at Frank G. Meyer Dorothy Baumgartner. children, Lauren, Ryan, Edward (Jen) Mayasich Frank Gerald Meyer, Rachel (Reid) Stanley, the church. Arrangements Brielle, Kristen, Phillip, of Lake Vermilion-Tower, Brian Marconett, Zach are with Mlaker Funeral 47, of Makinen, passed Darlene M. Bach Wayne, Nicole, Andrea, Bernard Mayasich of away on Tuesday, Oct. (Rochelle) Marconett, Home of Cook. Marlayna, Brad, Willy and Shoreview, Jim Mayasich Thomas (Monique) He is survived by Darlene “Dar” Marie 8, 2019. A Mass of Pucel Bach, 70, of Ely, Braxton; nine great-grand- and John Mayasich, both of Christian Burial was held Aune, Matthew (Deana) his children, Lindy (Leo) children; niece, Debbie Eveleth; numerous nieces, Aune, Spencer (Stacy) Wilenius, Allan (Peggy) passed away peacefully on on Thursday, Oct. 17 at St. Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, (Chris) Hedin; nephews, including special nieces, Mary’s Catholic Church Aune, Andrew (Nikki) Baumgartner, Dan Darrell (Dolly) Salo and Cathy, Susie and Debra; Aune, Haley (Chris) (Melissa) Baumgartner in Duluth, surrounded by in Cook. Arrangements family. A celebration of Terry Salo; a great-niece nephews, great-nieces and were with Mlaker Funeral Murphy, Corey (Kevin) and Mary (Lyle) Larson; and a great-nephew; great-nephews. Christofferson, Joey grandchildren, Joe life has been entrusted to Home of Cook. Kerntz Funeral Home of special friend, Rosemarie; (Judy) Clarkson, Jamie (Megan) Baumgartner, and furry companion, (Raymond) Clarkson, Beth Wilenius, David Ely and will be held at 2 Gary H. Blauert Floyd B. Olson p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19 Cruise. Gary Herman Blauert, Brandon (Whitney) (Kelsey) Wilenius, Sabrina Floyd B. “Govie” Ferguson and Reuben (Will Long) Baumgartner, with visitation for one hour 76, of Babbitt, died peace- Olson, 88, of Gilbert, Kathryn A. fully on Wednesday, Oct. Olson-Williams; 24 formerly of Cook, died on great-grandchildren; two Mayasich 9, 2019, surrounded by his Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2019, 1st family after a three-year great-great-grandchildren; Annual Kathryn A. Mayasich, at Spectrum Carefree siblings, Marian Wickman Antique Auction 95, of Eveleth, died battle with complications Living in Virginia. Please of a blood disease. Funeral of Blaine, Robert Olson of on Saturday, Oct. 12, join Govie’s family on Aurora and Melvin Olson Saturday, October 26 • 11AM 2019, at Waterview services will be held at 11 Saturday, Oct. 19 at the a.m. on Friday, Oct. 18 at of Osseo; many special Tower Civic Center • Tower, MN Woods Nursing Home Elks Club in Virginia for nephews and nieces; and Check sellersauction.com for details. in Eveleth. A Memorial St. Pius X Catholic Church a program and reception in Babbitt with visitation a multitude of dear and Mass will be held at 11 in his honor, beginning loving friends. a.m. on Friday, Oct. 18 for one hour prior at the at 2 p.m. Arrangements at Resurrection Catholic church. Family arrange- are by Ziemer-Moeglein- Church in Eveleth with ments have been entrusted Shatava Funeral Home. visitation for one hour to Kerntz Funeral Home He is survived by his

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CITY OF COOK Zup’s market construction moving forward by E. M. SCHULTZ will involve infrastruc- the bid from USA to the square- feet larger than the be held on Wednesday, Oct. 28. Staff Writer ture work, including the board. previous one. There are Oct. 30 at 10 a.m. to In other business, the construction of a main Johnson stated that also plans for a freshly acknowledge the award- council: COOK - The city water loop on the south they intend to work on paved parking lot that ing of a bid for the Passed a resolution council here voted on side of Hwy. 53. A total the Zup’s project through could potentially include a second part of the project, to correct a clerical error Thursday to award a of five bids were pre- the winter as much as larger entrance at the west which will center around regarding the Old Muni’s construction bid to Utility sented to John Jamnick possible, weather per- end, should the company site development and opening and closing times Systems of America, or of JPJ Engineering and mitting. Once complet- choose to take the advice improvement. Bids for on Sundays. The Muni USA, for the first phase Ben Johnson of the DBS ed, the project should of some of the council this part of the project will will now be allowed to of the Zup’s project. Group on Tuesday, Oct. result in a building that members. be presented to Jamnick open at 10 a.m. and must This part of the project 8, who then recommended is a foot higher and 1,000 A second meeting will and Johnson on Monday, close by 1 a.m.

TOWER...Continued from page 1 Referencing for this story. Rice has If the value of the commission terms, since agreed to do so. That was claimed that Helmberger Helmberger, Rice asked a checkered history as computer and the lost that was a document that confirmed in a Dec. 7, had been insubordinate Carlson: “And at one a lawyer. According to data is set over $1,000, she maintained. 2017, email from Keith on TEDA for contacting point, you found out that the Duluth News-Tribune, Keith could face felony The alteration of the to council member Kevin the Minnesota Pollution he was making commit- Rice was reprimanded by charges for that inci- document raises ques- Fitton, in which Keith Control Agency over a ments for the city without the Minnesota Supreme dent. Assistant County tions about what Carlson told Fitton, “The mayor wastewater discharge contacting you as the Court in 2012 and placed Attorney Jessica Fralich and Keith actually under- says for Christmas this permit related to a sewer mayor of the City of on two years of probation said the county is still stood about their ability year he got me a present extension to the Hoodoo Tower, is that correct?” for providing incompe- reviewing whether to file to remove Helmberger. which is to take Marshall Point Campground. “That is correct,” tent legal representation charges in that case. While Carlson claimed he off of TEDA in January.” Fitton never indicated said Carlson. and charging unreason- Keith, who also believed he had authority Carlson also misled how that action, which While neither Rice able fees. appeared in court on to remove Helmberger investigators during was undertaken as part nor Carlson provided Assistant St. Louis Wednesday on the fal- with a motion, he did his interview with of Helmberger’s news- any context to the claim, County Attorney sification of records imply during the Jan. 22, them earlier this year. paper reporting on the it was an apparent ref- Jessica Fralich, who charge, did not enter a 2018 council meeting According to the crim- issue, was cause for erence to a grant to was not present at the plea. Instead, her attor- that Helmberger’s term inal complaint, Carlson removal from TEDA. TEDA from the Iron court hearing, said that ney submitted a motion had expired, even though falsely told St. Louis Helmberger’s contact Range Resources and Carlson’s claim regard- to dismiss for lack of Carlson apparently knew County investigators with the MPCA had Rehabilitation Board ing Helmberger should probable cause, a motion that it had not. that he had removed uncovered that city offi- that was subsequently have been stricken from that is relatively stan- Altering Helm- Helmberger for obtain- cials at the time had made loaned to the devel- the record. Even if it were dard in such cases and berger’s term on the ing the grant from the a significant error on the opers of a town home true, she said, it doesn’t typically not successful. city’s commissions and Department of Iron permit, which required project to which the city mitigate Carlson’s That motion is scheduled committees roster, to Range Resources and the city to submit a new had committed finan- actions. for oral arguments in a make it appear that his Rehabilitation without application. cially. That grant and Under state law, a Virginia courtroom on term had expired, sug- council approval, even Fitton may have subsequent loan grew city council can only Friday, Oct. 25. gests that Keith, at a though Carlson had gotten closer to the out of a meeting in late remove an appointed minimum, understood voted with the rest of truth in January of this January 2017 between member of an economic Carlson’s claims the requirement to the council to approve year when he noted that the developers, IRRRB development authority Unlike Keith, who provide due process the grant in May, 2017. Helmberger’s actions officials, including with just cause and must refused to meet with before removing a TEDA Former council and criticism of some Commissioner Mark provide a hearing to give county officers investi- member. member Fitton also spoke city decisions had left Phillips, and Helmberger. the member a chance to gating her case, Carlson Emails, obtained briefly to investigators, council members upset City officials were made speak to any charges. did speak to investi- through a search warrant suggesting his belief with him. “He burned aware of the meeting The Tower City Council gators and told them in the case, suggest that Helmberger had enough bridges with and the possibility of a removed Helmberger that he believed, based that Keith had lobbied been removed for cause. enough council members grant proposed by the from TEDA without on information provid- Carlson for Helmberger’s Earlier this year, before that we just said that IRRRB within days of stated cause, claiming ed by Keith, that he removal from TEDA, his resignation from ‘enough is enough of the meeting and were that his term had expired. had authority to remove and that Carlson had the council, Fitton had that,’” said Fitton. regularly kept abreast In fact, Helmberger had Helmberger from TEDA through both written been appointed one year with a simple motion. and verbal reports to the earlier to a three-year Carlson also indicated council of developments term that expired at the that Keith would have in advancing the grant. end of 2019, but the been the one who had Written TEDA city’s official roster of altered the city’s official reports to the city council commission and commit- roster of committee and detailing meetings in tee terms was altered to February, March, April, disguise that fact. Keith is May, and June 2017, facing criminal charges • PUMPS all made reference of her own for altering to ongoing work on that official document. • WELLS the funding proposal. The city has also • HYDRO-FRACKING The city council, with submitted a separate BIRD Carlson present, unani- complaint to the county mously approved a res- attorney’s office over SEED olution in support of the Keith’s apparent destruc- 1-800-662-5700 funding at their Feb. tion of a city laptop Spring Park Rd. 13, 2017 meeting. The computer that she had NORTHERN COMMUNITY RADIO council later approved in her possession when Mt. Iron, MN 55768 KAXE 91.7 FM Grand Rapids the grant on May 22, she was suspended from 2017, according to offi- her position back in June 89.9 FM Brainerd cial city minutes. of this year. 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CITY OF TOWER New clerk-treasurer takes the reins at Tower City Hall by JODI SUMMIT the Board of Adjustment Tower Harbor CDBG loans, due to Tower-Soudan Editorw and council play in zoning results of the 2010 census. matters. Shores loan She said the city needs to TOWER- With Ranua recommended TEDA member conduct its own census, only six days as city that the city council agree Marshall Helmberger because the city defi- clerk-treasurer under her to review the CUP appli- spoke to the council under nitely should qualify belt, Victoria Ranua intro- cation. public input about the based on the percent- duced the council to a more Councilor Mary ongoing claims being age of residents that are formal and documented Shedd, who also serves on advanced by Steve low-to-moderate income. way to approach city the Planning and Zoning Altenburg. The city can develop its business. Commission, said the “I had hoped this own survey and send it Taking a cue from commission was asking council could resolve out with utility billing, much larger cities and the council to bring in some of the false allega- she said. Larson will counties, Ranua explained some professional exper- tions revolving around work with city hall on that council members will tise to help review and the TEDA loan,” he said. this project. now be provided with possibly rewrite portions “But unfortunately, I don’t  Heard that the much more information of the city’s zoning ordi- believe it is possible to city did receive two on agenda topics than in nance relating to such do so since it has become demolition grants from clear that Mr. Altenburg the past. development. Ann Lamppa, left, outgoing Tower interim IRRR, and a grant from is operating in bad faith, “For each agenda “We feel we are stuck clerk-treasurer, and new clerk-treasurer Victoria Lake Country Power’s item, there is a background and has, at best, a limited trying to understand the Ranua, right, review the agenda prior to Operation Roundup to letter,” she said. “I think understanding of how legal stuff,” she said. “We Tuesday’s council meeting. pay half the cost of a new you will grow to like it.” need to step back and get photo by J. Summit things actually work in stove for the civic center. The background letter some help.” government.” Larson also updated the Helmberger noted that provides the source of The council agreed revenue the city has come approved in September. council on other grant all the council members the requested action, the to take up Rose’s request, to depend on. She added in several more projects. had attended the last details and history of the and also agreed to bring in City engineer Matt revenue sources that had  Awarded the bid TEDA meeting and seen issue, cites applicable city some professional support Bolf asked if the city been overlooked, includ- for concrete work at the presentation outlining ordinances or state stat- for both the council and attorney had reviewed the ing $8,760 in state fire aid, the Lamppa Building the history of the loan. utes, calculates any impact Planning and Zoning on contract and asked how it $29,153 in a tax abatement to low-bidder Broten “We addressed the to the city budget, and the issues involved. compared to what other bond, $31,000 in increased Construction, for $42,300. false allegations that we offers a staff recommen- cities were being paid. Hoodoo Point revenue (fee The money will come knew about from Mr. dation. In the future, said “You need to find out increase approved last from the IRRR loan for American Tower Altenburg,” Helmberger Ranua, the background the market rate,” Bolf said. month), and $13,500 in the initial construction of lease request said. briefing papers will be Ranua said the rates increased airport mainte- the building. But now Altenburg sent to council members The council reviewed were higher than ones she nance reimbursement aid.  Appointed Eagles had published an “entire- along with the agenda, at a second offer from had seen in the Twin Cities. On the expenditure Nest resident Nancy least three days in advance American Tower for a ly new list of imagined Salminen as the city’s Bolf said he hadn’t side, the only major change The of the meeting, so council perpetual easement for seen the lump sum payment was the loan repayment to improprieties, in alternate member on the Tower News members will be fully cell phone towers on the option very often. the League of Minnesota .” Lake Vermilion Bike Trail informed when they actu- Lee Mine hill. Councilor Steve Cities, and the salary Helmberger said these joint powers board. No ally meet. American Tower is Abrahamson wondered cost for the Emergency last allegations, which Tower resident expressed The city’s former offering the city four if the perpetual easement Management Director claimed that Kringstad interest in serving in this city clerk-treasurer Linda options, a lump sum was a good or bad option position, which will be did not properly fill out position. Keith had repeatedly payment of $289,918 or for the city. held by Jesse Anderson. an application form for the  On a 3-2 vote, rebuffed requests by the a variety of installment “We should have our She noted the city will be loan because some lines with Abrahamson and council to provide infor- plans. attorney review this. We making the final payment had “NA” on them, was Majerle voting against, mation in advance of city The city is current- are giving away a specific on the fire engine loan in also not based on facts. the council approved meetings. ly receiving monthly right.” 2020. The expenditure “TEDA never autho- setting a 10-year limit on The usefulness of such payments of $2,016 Abrahamson, who is budget now includes sepa- rized or created that appli- any new seasonal camp- a method was apparent at from American Tower. a realtor, said it is hard rate items to track the cost cation form,” he said. ground leases. This will a number of points during American Tower, in their to find good sites for cell of the on-call ambulance “There was zero require- not impact any current Tuesday’s meeting. letter to the city, said their phone towers. quarters, on-call paid ment that such a form even seasonal site holder. Ranua, who has expe- carriers are demanding “We really need to do ambulance staff, and the be filled out….Neither  Agreed to maintain rience with complicat- “better economics in order our due diligence on this,” volunteer on-call staff. TEDA, the IRRR, or the the two storage rental ed planning and zoning to continue to lease from he said. This updated budget Tower City Council ever units used by the fire issues, had a lengthy American Tower.” The vote on the motion shows $118,965 in made such a requirement.” department, and asked summary of developer Ranua noted that the to approve the lump sum increased revenue and Helmberger also the fire department relief Dave Rose’s request to upfront payment would payment failed. leaves the city with a stated that Altenburg’s association to cover the have his conditional use help the city with its The council then fund reserve balance of claim that the loan was in cost of $1,020 per year. permit considered by the current budget issues, tabled the issue, and $46,643, which is still default was not true. The council also made a city council, instead of such as the need to repay decided to get an attorney lower than the city’s his- “As soon as we debunk commitment to rebuild- the Planning and Zoning a loan from the League of review, have the budget torical average, but should the latest false allegation, ing the fire department Commission. Minnesota Cities. “Under committee review the be adequate according to Mr. Altenburg invents garage, which will be “This application was normal circumstances I offers, and create a list of Lamppa. new and even sillier ones,” used to house the third denied on multiple points, would recommend one of the positives and negatives This budget will Helmberger said. ambulance, as well as starting in December the longer-term plans,” she of each option. give the city greater Helmberger also the equipment and other 2015,” she said. In her wrote. “However, given clarity in expenses, repeated that Altenburg items in the storage units. opinion, she said, the com- we have large expenses City budget and future expenses, is not a whistleblower.  Appointed Ranua mission had set a very high pending for which we may Lamppa said. “He has absolutely no to all the city commit- standard for accepting the not have funds available prospects “If we are fortunate protection, and deserves tees and commissions on application. to cover, the lump sum of improving enough to get all the no protection under the which interim clerk Ann “I don’t know that $289,918 offers a solution state whistleblower stat- Interim Clerk- LCCMR grant money, Lamppa had been serving. he needs to meet all the to this issue.” utes,” he said. “Since  Treasurer Ann Lamppa, things will look much Set city hall office criteria at the application Mayor Orlyn those laws only protect whose last day on the job rosier at the start of 2021,” hours at 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., stage,” she said. “It’s a Kringstad said the lump people who make good was Oct. 15, presented an Lamppa said. “But we still Monday through Friday. gray area in the law.” sum would be a positive faith complaints based on  updated 2020 budget to the really need to watch our Discussed the idea Ranua’s background financial move for the spending.” facts. When Altenburg or of having a paid secretary sheet summarized the city at this time. But other council and highlighted The Tower News the changes that had been Lamppa said that claim (at $50 per month) to history of Rose’s interac- council members ques- Ranua will start working otherwise, they are misrep- take minutes and manage tions with the city, cited the tioned if this was the best made since last month. She recommended the council on a city cash flow budget, resenting the truth.” agendas for city commit- relevant city ordinances, option since it was taking which had not been done tees that meet monthly and discussed the roles away the $24,000 in annual maintain the proposed ten-percent levy increase in the past. Other business or bimonthly. Ranua will The city’s finance In other business, the also develop a standard committee will review the model for the minutes. council:  budget before the council  Heard from grant Approved having a approves its final 2020 manager Nancy Larson Firefighter I/II combined levy. that the city is no longer class offered in Tower seen as qualifying for starting in December. 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GREENWOOD TOWNSHIP Township to vote on hired, versus elected, clerk and treasurer by JODI SUMMIT a contract for her…but she the status of a computer will now see an increase “This is a very important will go up $25/hour in Tower-Soudan Editorw lost by a 2-1 margin in that in the township office of $736. MATIT will also system.” years two and three of the election. You are taking that was being used by be covering 25 percent The township’s only contract. GREENWOOD away the rights of the the public. of the township’s errors cost for this system would The township received TWP- Greenwood voters people to choose. Tower “It came to my atten- and omissions policy this be for installation and two quotes for plowing, will soon be deciding is a good example. They tion that we now have a year, which will hopefully any needed electrical and but the second business whether or not to keep would have had an easier public computer in the increase to full coverage plumbing work. The board did not yet have insurance, both an elected clerk and time if the people were able office,” he said, “but the over the next four years. noted that they will not which was a required part an elected treasurer. The to choose.” board never approved of In the meantime, the town- need to install a ventilation of the quote. township has been con- State law sets the that. We should have board ship will maintain their system in the fire hall. The  Appointed Janelle sidering switching these process for townships approval.” coverage through Western town board approved the Swenson as deputy trea- positions from elected switching from an elected Treasurer Pam World, though they intend request. surer, replacing Belinda roles to hired ones. The clerk and/or treasurer to a Rodgers said the comput- to see if they qualify for a Worringer also report- Fazio. Rodgers said that cost of such a move was hired employee. Although er in question was an old reduced rate. ed that the fire department Fazio’s schedule was not discussed at their Oct. the town board would have office computer that had pension account is current- not flexible enough to 8 meeting, where the town authority over the employ- outdated operating system OSHA visit ly funded at 199 percent. allow her to be trained board took the first step ees, there would be duties software and was barely Fire Department Right now, the department in. Rodgers will be out of toward having this ques- that both would have to usable. She also said the Training Officer Rick pension is $1,900 per year. town soon and Swenson is tion placed on the ballot perform. The township computer was on the Worringer told the board When the department being trained to take her for the annual election in is not considering com- office network and was not he had spent two days moved their pension to place as needed. Both the March. bining the positions and secure. When asked about on site with inspectors PERA, there was a five- elected treasurer and clerk Supervisor Mike hiring one individual as the cost of updating this from OSHA, who were year freeze on pension are allowed to select and Ralston told the board, the clerk/treasurer, which computer, Rodgers said it responding to an anon- changes. He said that Chief train their own deputies, “There is set language you would require an external would be comparable to ymously-filed list of 17 Dave Fazio, who was not who take over when they need to use.” audit each year. Township purchasing a new machine. at the meeting, will be are out of the area. complaints.  According to Ralston, clerks and treasurers cur- “It’s not worth it,” “There are some requesting the pension Took no action he received the necessary rently serve two-year Rodgers stated. things we are going to amount be increased to on approving the new wording from township terms. The town board have to buy,” he noted, $2,500 per year once the rates for the Tower Area attorney Mike Couri, approved spending up to “like no-spark fuel cans.” freeze period ends in 2021. Ambulance Service though Clerk Sue Drobac Broadband and $2,500 to purchase a new Worringer also men- A motion by Chairman subsidy. found the wording con- public computer computer and software tioned that hoses must be Carmen DeLuca to raise “There are some fusing and asked to have and to have it installed so inspected annually and the pension amount to questions that have to it clarified. The township The town board set it could safely be used by $2,500 was not acted on. be answered first,” said a public meeting for self-contained breathing now needs to notify the the public. The computer apparatuses, or SCBA, DeLuca noted that the Supervisor Larry Tahija, county auditor to have Tuesday, Oct. 29 at 5:30 would not be on the office board “used to try to give a who sits on the TAAS p.m. to discuss the issues and fire extinguishers must the question placed on the network and would not be inspected monthly. raise every year.” Ralston board. official township ballot. of broadband internet and allow anyone to save data said he would like to see  Ralston clarified a the lack of reliable phone There are also rules for The cost of this move was to it. The township settled climbing on the fire trucks more data on the issue statement made at a prior not discussed. service. The township on this amount by looking before the board takes any meeting that had been plans to invite St. Louis without safety harnesses. When this topic was at an existing quote they A lack of paperwork also action. refuted by fire department discussed at last month’s County Commissioner had received from Mark member Jeff Maus. Paul McDonald, State appeared to be an issue in meeting, it appeared the Wilcox when they were the department. Other business “Our attorneys refer to consensus was to leave the Rep. Rob Ecklund, and considering a Blandin treating the cases as litiga- representatives from “We probably are In other business, the positions as they are, since broadband grant. going to get nailed for board: tion,” Ralston said, “so as there were still residents Frontier, AT&T, Verizon,  far as I’m concerned, we CTC, and Paul Bunyan something,” he said. Signed a three-year interested in running for Insurance Worringer said the contract with Vermilion will use the word litigation the offices. Communications to the until it is settled.” meeting. This will be an According to a recent department will receive a Snow Management, which  At Tuesday’s meeting, insurance audit, there are DNR 50/50 grant for new has worked for the town- The town board took it seemed public opinion opportunity for the public no action on the question to discuss their current a few gaps in the town- turnout gear, life jackets, ship the past few years. was still against the option ship’s coverage. There and SCBA masks. The Costs for snow removal of having residents vote to switch. Residents Lee issues with phone and on requiring residents of internet service, as well as are also new assets and department asked for town depend on the size of the Peterson and John Bassing equipment, such as picnic board support to apply for a needed equipment and the single township road, both spoke in favor of their wishes and needs for Birch Point Extension, to the future. Input collected tables and tennis court grant to purchase a special range from $100/hour for having elected clerks and fencing, that were not washing machine system, the one-ton truck with a pay for brushing/mainte- treasurers. at this meeting will help nance costs. with planning for broad- previously covered. The which removes dangerous front plow to $200/hour “In Greenwood previous policy, through smoke and other particles for the one-ton truck with Township four years ago,” band expansion in the near future. the Minnesota Association from fire fighter clothing. a front and rear pull plow. Bassing said, “the clerk of Townships’ Insurance “Smoke particles are Cost for snow blowing had the support of four Ralston asked the clerk and treasurer about Trust, or MATIT, cost proven to be carcino- with a skid-steer is $125/ supervisors, who voted on the township $11,605 and genic,” said Worringer. hour. The plowing rates HANS...Continued from page 1 News of his death on Erik grew up in Ely and of stories, from moose I saw Hans today, I could the evening of Sept. 17 spent their youth canoeing, hunting to a bar fight in hear him say, ‘Pretty nice spread like wildfire in this cross-country skiing the Hudson Bay,” Chick said. day, eh?’ It would be nicer community. Shock and lakes, and backpacking “Hans was probably the if you here, Hans, but it is sorrow followed. Happy various mountains out best and the worst canoe a pretty nice day.” memories weren’t too West. Starting at 17, Hans paddler I’ve ever met. He Dave Anderson grew far behind. Almost four worked for several years would stand up in the boat up with Hans and they weeks later, hundreds of as a cowboy on ranches at the top of a set (of river were part of the class of those who were marked by in Montana and Nebraska. rapids) to get a better look. 1982 at Ely High School. Hans joined his family at He worked at various You just don’t do that.” “From Kindergarten in Hidden Valley Ski Chalet fire jobs on the Superior Sarah Levar, of Ely, 1969 to graduation, I was for a memorial service on National Forest before sobbed her way through a Paul McCartney to his a chilly but sunny Saturday becoming a smokejumper special memory of Hans. John Lennon,” he said. afternoon. for ten years in Montana She heard the news of Anderson, now a The gathering was at Missoula and West Hans’s passing as she and weatherman for a Duluth very informal. “That’s Yellowstone. Then he her husband were on the TV station, told of Han’s the way Hans would have transferred to Alaska for way to their oldest daugh- mischievous streak. “He wanted it,” said flyers for several years of fire duties ter’s wedding. “Hearing coerced me into doing the event that were posted at Tok and McGrath. He that news was instantly things that I am still around town. Vehicles finally returned to Ely to sharp and deep,” she said. ashamed of today,” he with license plates from open his own tree-trim- “In 1986, in the former said. “He had a magnetic all over the country lined ming and removal busi- Cranberry’s Bar, Hans personality in school. the narrow gravel road ness, while continuing struck up a conversation I can still see him in approaching the ski area to work on national fire with an old friend from Kindergarten watching in buildings. The smell of overhead teams in the school and introduced me amazement at the other a campfire, and a somber Western states. to a devastatingly hand- kids finger-painting. He mood, filled the air. Small Hans lived a life of some man.” was drawn to the arts.” groups huddled togeth- adventure, and spent many Sarah didn’t think He also had a ten- er outside and spoke in winters traveling with much of it at the time, dency to get into trouble, hushed voices. Inside the friends and family to but a few weeks later, she recalled Anderson. “In doorway of the chalet, Hans Smith died last month while cleaning up places like Mexico, Belize, saw Hans’s friend again sixth grade, he was caught visitors were greeted with a tree felled by a storm. A memorial service Honduras, Guatemala, the and he asked her on a chewing gum,” he said. hot beverages and a bevy was held last Saturday at Hidden Valley Ski Philippines, Puerto Rico, date. “I accepted,” Sarah “The teacher asked Hans of bars and treats. They the Bahamas, Bali, Korea, said, “but there was a what he had in his mouth. Chalet in Ely. submitted photo were asked to fill out a China, Laos, Thailand, significant problem. I had ‘Teeth?’ was his answer.” nametag. air, signifying the start of preceded in death by his India and Hawaii. At no idea what his name He formed a street Lots of hugs and tears the service. Barb Cary Hall mother, Patricia Donnick, various times in his life was. I desperately tried to gang in town. “About the were exchanged as friends played a song on her guitar. in 2014. he was an avid canoeist, reach Hans, but he didn’t only thing we did was start of Hans mingled with each People quickly grabbed an “A little saying, we’ve backpacker, back-country get back to me in time, a garbage can fire,” he other and viewed displays open seat and sat quietly to had on our stairway for skier, rock climber, moose so I went on a date with said. “He gave everyone a of photographs reveal- listen. The rest of the room years, refers to Hans, as hunter, and both outrigger a man whose name I did nickname. We called Hans ing many old memories. was standing room only. well as his brother Erik: canoeist and surfer in not know.” ‘Skippy’ for his tendency Supporters made their way “What a tribute,” said ‘The best gifts that we Hawaii. She said that Hans to regularly skip school.” to the dwindling supply of Paul Smith, Hans’s father could give to them were Paul introduced finally reached her and was A fellow smokejump- seats. There were clearly who lives in Ely. “Some of our roots and wings.’” Paul several people who shared concerned for her. “That’s er, Steve Reed, one leg of way more people than you have come a long way. added, “You never will be stories about Hans. Many just the kind of guy Hans a trio of friends with Timo chairs to sit on. Up at the We really appreciate it.” completely at home again smokejumpers and fire- was,” Sarah said. “I got Rova and Hans, conclud- front of the hall a video Hans is also survived because part of your heart fighters talked of the through the date, learned ed, “He was larger than screen showed more mem- by his wife, Traci, and their will always be elsewhere. professionalism, coura- the guy’s name (Andy life. He lived every day to ories and video clips. Old son, Rowan; stepchildren, That is the price you pay geousness and leadership Levar) and after 32 years the max.” smoke jumper parachutes Bryce of Hong Kong, for the richness of knowing Hans brought to every inci- we are still together.” and other equipment were Alexis of Australia, and and loving people in more dent he was involved in. She added, “Hans on display. Jacob of Kona, Hawaii; than one place.” Aaron Chick, of always had an admiration Precisely at 2 p.m., a brother, Erik of Ely and According to his obit- Ely, named Hans as his for our path together, and loud whistle pierced the Zhuhai, China. Hans was uary, Hans and his brother best friend. “I have lots we admired his life path. If 12 October 18, 2019 TIMBERJAY Newspapers

COOK...Continued from page 1 around the new facility. supervisor. “It’s an abso- He then spoke about the lutely gorgeous building.” services that the new Public Works building will bring to the Director James Foldesi area and praised it as the then gave a brief rundown “best public works facility of the project. He said north of St. Paul.” the Ashawa Road was State Sen. Tom Bakk, an ideal location for the DFL-Cook, and state Rep. facility, which combines Robert Ecklund, DFL-I- the Linden Grove and Falls, also spoke at the Cook facilities into one. event. They both thanked According to Foldesi, the hardworking men and combining the facilities women who helped get will better serve the com- From left, James Foldesi, Dave Skelton, Mike Forsman, Paul McDonald, Keith Nelson, Mike the project done, as well munities by improving Jugovich and Aaron Kelly participated in a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday at the new St. Louis as public employees who efficiency, opening up will now conduct their commercial property, and County Transportation Building named in honor of Skelton, a retired public works supervisor. business at the new facil- helping keep employees photo by E.M. Schultz ity. Bakk touched briefly healthy and safe. on the role Rep. Tom Feldosi then intro- then presented Skelton Commissioner Mike set to open sometime in an 82,000 square-foot Rukavina played in getting duced the man of the hour, with a framed copy of the Jugovich. 2020 but were completed building that will be used the project off the ground. Dave Skelton, stating, resolution that had given The event wrapped ahead of schedule. The for vehicle storage and Former County “His leadership is still the new building its name, up with a ribbon cutting facility sits on a 60-acre mechanics. It houses 28 Commissioner Mike having an impact on how as well as a sign bearing performed by McDonald, site and holds offices for public works employees, Forsman spoke next, prais- the county does business the official name. Skelton Jugovich, Foldesi, employees from several who cover nearly 2,000 ing both the appearance today.’ unfurled a banner to make Forsman, and Skelton. departments, including square miles of service of the building and the Skelton thanked it all official before turning The Government Public Health and Human area. The entire facility decision to name the everyone for their support, the microphone over to the Services Center and David Services, and Land and cost $24 million to com- building after his mentor, saying it was “truly an Chair of the Transportation M. Skelton Transportation Minerals. The transpor- plete. David Skelton, a long- honor, to say the least.” Committee, Building were originally tation building itself is time county public works The county board

DFL...Continued from page 1 According to Martin, ization, and the decline of policies such as affordable voter turnout fell in the labor unions. healthcare, lifelong edu- 2016 election, especial- “In the 1950s, one- cation, sharing of capital ly among segments of third of workers were in through profit sharing for the population who had a labor union and now employees, or a universal usually been reliable it’s only eleven percent,” basic income would give Democratic voters. said Hallberg. “Forty members of the lower and “Ten percent of percent of public sector middle classes an oppor- formerly consistent workers today are union- tunity to rise in today’s Democratic voters stayed ized, but only five percent economy. home in 2016,” he said. of private sector workers.” “With a universal According to basic income, people can Climate Change: Hallberg, there are import- use the money to move ant consequences to the to a place for a better job Most Critical Issue high level of inequality or to get an education,” of Our Time we’re experiencing today, Hallberg said. “And we Presenter Dr. Barbara including polarization, could reduce some social Jones, of Ely, talked of the social fragmentation, a safety net programs to pay many ways that climate loss of confidence in for it.” change is likely to impact institutions, and a lack of social cohesion. She northern Minnesota. Jones, Minnesota Nurses Association Executive Director Rose Roach points More Issues claims the pattern of the a retired physicist from the to the comparative costs of healthcare in the U.S. versus other coun- Forums to Come University of California, distribution of inequality tries during a DFL issues forum last Saturday at Vermilion Community has contributed to an The topics addressed San Diego, presented data College in Ely. showing the acceleration photo by L. Rogne increasing sense of people at the issues forum were of global temperatures living in separate worlds. identified as priorities from a baseline recorded Patients Over system. Conversion to physician would now earn “Median household through a series of local between 1850 and 1900. Profits this plan would include at least seven times the income in Democratic listening sessions held last The data showed the tem- a transition period that wages of a nurse. districts has gone up winter by local DFL party Rose Roach, peratures beginning to rise would set aside money Hallberg made a dis- while median income has officials. Executive Director of gradually in 1910, then for individuals currently tinction between one’s gone down in Republican North of the Divide the Minnesota Nurses more rapidly around 1980. working in the private actual level of income and districts,” Hallberg stated. is in the process of bring- Association said nurses According to Jones, insurance industry. Roach the level of inequality in She also mentioned ing recommendations for are finished trying to climate change is hasten- also believes there is a a society. Poverty levels that there is a big divide winning strategies for the “tweak the edges” when it ing the spread of diseases need to protect the current in most of the world have between urban versus 2020 election to the atten- comes to healthcare. like West Nile virus and Affordable Care Act and decreased markedly in rural districts, educated tion of various DFL party “It’s time to have a Lyme disease to the north, that it would be beneficial recent decades, but the versus less-educated dis- structures. Members of the healthcare system that and is likely to result in a to build on it and further it. unequal distribution of tricts, and diverse versus group have begun going focuses on the patient, not loss in bird species, includ- “It will take polit- income and wealth has more homogeneous dis- door to door, talking with profit,” Roach said. ing the common loon. ical will and political increased. And the levels tricts. neighbors, and encourag- She argued that Jones spoke about a courage to fulfill the goal of inequality in wealth, Hallberg suggested a ing them to take part in the employers as well as series of new bills aimed of a healthcare system that or the assets that a person return to a more progres- electoral process. employees are being at addressing the impact of focuses on patients over holds, have increased sive tax structure as a way The next meeting “ripped off” by the high climate change, that were profit,” said Roach. more rapidly than wage to narrow the income gap. of North of the Divide administrative costs passed in the Minnesota inequality. “We can return to a DFL will take place on involved in the current House during last year’s Hallberg claims the marginal rate of seventy Thursday, Nov. 7 at 6:30 health insurance system. Gilded Age Levels session but failed in the reasons for increasing percent without creating p.m. at Sulu’s Espresso “It’s a tool used of Inequality in Tower. Republican-controlled inequality include increas- a disincentive to work,” Café in class warfare,” she For more informa- Minnesota Senate. These World Bank econ- ingly regressive income she said. stated. “The corporations tion, contact Leah Rogne, proposals included a plan omist Kris Hallberg, of taxes, financial sector Hallberg also pointed are stealing our wealth DFL 03 Board Member at to put solar panels on Ely, was next on the deregulation, increasing out the need for policies through increases in the or K-12 school roofs and in agenda, and she provided displacement of workers that focus on the poor and [email protected] cost of health insurance.” 218-787-2212. state parks, as well as the a well-documented case by technology, global- middle class. She believes Roach pointed out purchase of electric buses for the existence of an that life expectancy in the for Metro Transit. increased gap between the United States has dropped Jones said that changes rich and poor, both in the three years in a row due need to take place on both United States and abroad. to cost barriers including a societal and global level. Hallberg demonstrat- under-insurance, high She stated that this includes ed that the lower levels of deductibles and co-pays, developed nations provid- inequality that had per- lack of coverage of out-of- ing increased support to sisted in the United States network care, and the need developing nations. She since 1940 started to rise for prior authorization of then ended with a list of in 1980. They then grew care. People are rationing actions that individuals can until they exceeded the drugs because of cost, take “right now” to help level they were at prior to and the working poor are quell the impacts of climate the Great Depression until depending on Medicaid. change. This list included reaching the height of the Roach also spoke having fewer children, “Gilded Age” of the late about the social determi- installing solar and wind 19th Century. nants of health that need power, avoiding flying According to to be addressed, saying, when possible, and increas- Hallberg, wage inequality “Poverty, racism, immi- ing efficiency in homes. has continued to increase, gration status, and lack “Talk to your family, with a widening gap of access to affordable friends, church, neighbors between college gradu- housing all drive health about climate change,” ates and those with only outcomes.” Jones said. “Lobby your a high school education. According to Roach, political reps for good Whereas several decades the Minnesota Nurses regional and national pol- ago a cardiologist would Association favors a icies.” only earn four times the universal single-payer wages of a nurse, the same Read the news online at www.timberjay.com TIMBERJAY Newspapers October 18, 2019 1B

Serving northern St. Louis County SPORTS since 1989 CROSS COUNTRY Another solid outing for Ely by KEITH VANDERVORT Tuesday in the final regular time this year along with Harry Simons, 92nd, 19:33.7; Ely Editor season meet of the year. Ethan, Harry, and Joey. The Joey Bianco, 97th, 19:40.6; The team’s top boys runner, others were close to their best, Raif Olson, 113th, 20:12.7; PROCTOR – The Ely Luke Olson, posted a time despite a muddy rainy course, Nate Nettifee, 124th, boys cross country team fin- of 16:30 for third place. Zoe like all season.” 20:21.0; Jon Hakala, 140th, ished in third place and the Devine came in 16th with a Ely boys runners, with 20:37.1; Leo Stalmer, 143rd, girls team took sixth place time of 20:50.3, to pace the place and time, includ- 20:39.8; Bryce Fairchild, girls team. ed: Emmett Faltesek, 16th, 216th, 22:11.3; and Henry Left: Ely junior runner “The boys team did great 17:40.5; Jasper Johnson, Matthys, 304th, 29:00.9. Emmett Faltesek closes coming in third to Cloquet 18th, 17:41.7; Gabriel Ely girls runners, with in on the finish line during competition in International AA and Staples-Motley Pointer, 35th, 18:17.3; Ethan place and time, includ- Falls last week. who is not in our Section,” Bremmer, 62nd, 18:51.4; she said. “Luke had his best Dylan Fenske, 71st, 19:07.5; photo by A. Olson See RUNNERS...pg. 2B

FOOTBALL FOOTBALL Grizzlies rout East Central, 40-0 Wolves North Woods turns opponents’ multiple miscues into scoring opportunities by MARSHALL HELMBERGER Managing Editor fall to

FIELD TWP—The Grizzlies took advantage of Cherry their opportunities here last Friday as they racked up their second and biggest win of the by KEITH VANDERVORT season, against East Central. Ely Editor For North Woods, it was an MT. IRON – The loss outstanding showing in what of Timberwolves’ standout was likely the Grizzlies final senior running back Dalton home game of the season. Schreffler put some new After heavy rain, followed Ely faces in the offensive by snow, field conditions were limelight, and freshman rough. “It was a mud fest,” Jason Kerntz and sopho- said Grizzlies Head Coach more Mason Davis made John Jirik. But the conditions the most of their increased appeared to work to the advan- workload even as Ely fell tage of the Grizzlies, who 52-22 to Cherry this past scooped up four East Central Friday. fumbles and three intercep- “Schreffler was tions enroute to a 40-0 win. our feature back,” said “The key to the game was Coach Cory Lassi, “and the turnover differential,” said we changed things up on Jirik. “Our players did a fantas- offense to get the ball to tic job of eliminating turnovers more guys.” Schreffler and taking advantage of East suffered a broken leg in the Central’s turnovers.” Sophomore Jake Panichi team’s Oct. 4 match-up with Senior Nathan Crain put put the icing on the cake with Northeast Range and is out North Woods on the board in a touchdown in the fourth Above: for the season. the first quarter after he picked quarter. North Woods senior Ely and Cherry met running back Nathan up a loose East Central ball and For the second game in on the new Mt. Iron-Buhl ran it in for six. Crain took it in Crain takes a handoff a row, the Grizzlies demon- from quarterback football field, and while again minutes later, this time strated their rushing prowess, the Wolves showed spark on a handoff up the middle. Zach Cheney during as they racked up 326 yards last Friday’s contest at times, they couldn’t keep Sophomore T.J. Chiabotti, of total offense, 304 of it on with East Central. pace with the Tigers’ potent who rushed for 151 yards on the ground. In addition to offense. the day, followed up with two Chiabotti, junior running back Left: Cherry put the first more touchdowns ahead of the Austin Sokoloski racked up East Central points on the board, after break, to leave the Grizzlies 69 yards on seven carries. defenders bring down Ely’s opening possession up 24-0. Crain added 52 yards on quarterback Cheney fizzled, leaving the Tigers as mud and water fly Chiabotti added another seven carries, including a up 6-0. from the soaked field. six in the third quarter, and But Ely took the lead the two-point conversion put on their next possession, the Grizzlies up 32-0. See GRIZZLIES...pg. 2B photos by C. Stone as Kerntz broke free for a

VOLLEYBALL See WOLVES...pg. 2B . North Woods finishes strong Sports by MARSHALL HELMBERGER Tuesday, as they dropped head into the postseason Managing Editor the Panthers in their tracks atop a five-game winning week in straight sets, 25-16, streak. “This year, our girls FIELD TWP— 25-21, and 25-18. keep growing throughout FOOTBALL Revenge is sweet, and the “We lost to them in a every practice and game,” Playoffs games and Grizzlies caught the taste in recent tournament, so we said Olson. “They grow as seedings not yet their regular season finale knew we had to play hard players and their team bond set as of presstime. here with South Ridge, on to win,” said North Woods is growing. That’s exactly Head Coach Kandi Olson. how you want to go into VOLLEYBALL Left: North Woods senior The Grizzlies have tournaments.” Tuesday, Oct. 22 Karlyn Pierce goes up played with more consis- for a kill. photos by C. Stone Ely hosts winner of play-in tency in recent weeks, and See VBALL...pg. 2B round, 7 p.m. SWIMMING Ely dumps SB to set new win record Tuesday, Oct. 22 Northeast Range at by MARSHALL HELMBERGER 23-3, downing the Mariners match between the seventh Chisholm, 4:30 p.m. Managing Editor 25-15, 25-10, and 25-22. and tenth seeds back on It was the most regular their own home court at Thursday, Oct. 24 SILVER BAY— The season wins in Ely vol- Ely Memorial High School Northeast Range vs Timberwolves finished the leyball history, and the on Wednesday, Oct. 23, at multiple schools, 5 p.m. at regular volleyball season Wolves will now head into 7 p.m. Eveleth-Gilbert in typical form on Tuesday, the Section 7A playoffs as That game is sched- easily beating their oppo- the second seed in their uled to be played after the CROSS COUNTRY nents in straight sets. In sub-section, with home Timberjay’s Oct. 25 edition this case, it was Silver Bay court advantage for the deadline, but readers can Thursday, Oct. 24 Sectional Meet at Cloquet, on the chopping block as opening round. They’re set noon. Ely finished the season at to face the winner of the See ELY VBALL...pg. 2B 2B October 18, 2019 TIMBERJAY Newspapers CROSS COUNTRY Ely’s Olson takes first at I-Falls invitational by KEITH VANDERVORT with three runners finishing in (129 points) rounding out the Gabriel Pointer, 18th,19:03.80; Greenway/Nashwauk-Kewatin Ely Editor the top 12. top five. Ethan Bremner, 26th, 19:53.50; (118 points). Greenway/Nashwauk- Olson posted a time of Dylan Fenske, 29th, 20:00.80; Zoe Devine took eighth INTERNATIONAL FALLS Keewatin was first in the boys 17:03.60, 13 seconds ahead of Joey Bianco, 34th, 20:11.90; and place as an individual, with a – The Ely boys cross country competition with 45 points, Geno Uhrbom, of Greenway/ Harry Simons, 36th, 20:21.20. time of 22:23.40. Other Ely girls team took second place here followed by the Timberwolves Nashwauk-Keewatin. Other Hibbing led in the girls finishers, with a strong place and on Tuesday, Oct. 8 at the with 70 points. Eleven teams strong Ely finishers, with place competition with 57 points, time, included: Sydney Durkin, International Fall Invite behind a competed, with Eveleth-Gilbert and time, included: Jasper followed by Mesabi East (82 11th, 22:47.50; and Phoebe first-place finish by Luke Olson. (114 points), International Falls Johnston, 10th, 18:23.30; points), International Falls (99 Helms, 12th, 22:51.10. The girls team placed fourth, (120 points), and Grand Rapids Emmett Faltesek, 15th, 18:40.40; points), Ely (104 points) and

ELY VBALL...Continued from page 1B check the Timberjay’s website at fellow senior Jenna Merhar posted five digs, while Mattson added nine www.timberjay.com for timely eight kills and three blocks. Senior kills. Merhar posted five kills and as game reports as area teams enter setter McCartney Kaercher tallied many blocks, while Kallberg posted post-season play. 28 assists and seven digs, while five kills and three blocks. Kaercher The Wolves head into the play- classmate Winter Sainio added four added 28 set assists and seven digs. offs mostly back at full strength kills and two ace serves. While Ely is showing real with the return of standout senior “The girls played well to wrap strength headed into the playoffs, Brielle Kallberg, who missed up the regular season,” said Ely they’ll face serious competi- several games recently with an ankle Head Coach Andrea Thomas. tion from sub-section top-seed sprain. She’s been back in action the The Wolves had little trouble Greenway, and Carlton, the top seed past few games, and back in form, on the road against Nashwauk- in the south sub-section of Section as she led the team with 11 kills Keewatin last Thursday, crushing 7A. Carlton hasn’t lost a set since and two ace serves on Tuesday at the Spartans 25-9, 25-9, and 25-15. tournament action on Sept. 20. Silver Bay. Senior Erika Mattson Junior McKenna Coughlin had added six kills and five digs, while a strong night, with nine kills and GRIZZLIES...Continued from page 1B touchdown. Junior quarterback Zac notched two interceptions and Crain in preparation for post-season. “We Cheney completed two of seven recovered two East Central fumbles. still need to improve in the penalty VBALL...Continued from page 1B passes for 22 yards. The Grizzles were set to wrap up department,” he said. “We have Meanwhile, the Grizzlies their regular season on Wednesday had too many penalties at crucial North Woods setter, The team, now 12-7 in held East Central to less than 100 evening at Chisholm, after the times. This week, the team will be conference play, has been sophomore Morgan Burnett, keeps her eye yards of total offense. Panichi had Timberjay’s press time. They’re focusing on the types of penalties plagued by injuries much a good day defensively with four expected to begin the playoffs, their that are hurting the team and how of the season. They’re now on the ball as she lines up another set assist. tackles, including a sack, along first in 11-man competition, next to lessen them. We will also work back at full strength, noted with a fumble recovery. Freshman Tuesday, most likely on the road. on improving our passing game, if Olson. photos by C. Stone Anevay Goodsky-Spears notched While the team has made consider- the weather cooperates.” North Woods put up rebounded from a slow three tackles, including a sack, able progress, Jirik said his team will solid stats in Tuesday’s while freshman Jared Chiabotti be focusing on some fundamentals action. Senior Karlyn start to take control enroute Pierce notched 12 kills to a 3-1 victory. “The first and three blocks while game, we struggled with WOLVES...Continued from page 1B classmate Coley Olson focus,” said Olson. “After that we really stepped it up 54-yard scoring run. When Davis 44-14 lead into the locker room. and will address that this week as we notched 13 kills. Senior took in the conversion, Ely briefly Cherry scored the only points look to close out the regular season Kayla Tschida posted and played some great vol- leyball. We had excellent led 8-6. in the third quarter, a 20-yard touch- with a home win.” seven kills and nine digs, Cherry scored on their next down pass, to take a 52-14 lead. Kerntz led the Timberwolves while eighth-grader Tori defense which allowed us to have some great attacks possession, however, and never On the first series of the fourth with nine tackles. Davis and Josh Olson tallied nine digs. looked back. They scored again in quarter, Ely quarterback Bryce Larson each had eight tackles. Sophomore setter Morgan throughout the night.” Coley Olson had a the first quarter to take a 20-8 lead Longwell scored on a one-yard Ely was set to finish the regular Burnett posted 35 assists and added eight more early in the keeper, with a conversion run by season Wednesday night, hosting and three ace serves. huge night, with 13 kills, 13 digs, and four ace serves. second quarter to pull away 28-8. Davis to give the Wolves 22 points Lake of the Woods, as the Timberjay “Even though the girls After that score, Kerntz, who for the night. went to press. Play-off seeding had a tough game the pre- Karlyn Pierce added 15 MDAN ads to run ONE TIME, the week kills,beginning while Kayla Tschida10/13/2019 had 88 yardsNorth on 13 carries for the Lassi noted that Schreffler’s was to be announced on Thursday, vious night, they played night, took the ensuing kick-off 75 loss was evident on defense. “We according to Lassi. “It looks like we with great energy and you added seven kills and 14 digs. Morgan Burnett yards to the end zone to keep Ely were the most undisciplined of all could be the sixth seed and have a could definitely feel the in the game. season on our assignments,” he said. rematch with Cherry on Tuesday, senior leadership out on the posted 39 set assists and four ace serves while But the Tigers scored twice “All nine men have a job to do. We Oct. 22. at Mt. 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CITY OF ELY Unanimously li-censing requirements are indicated he is disappointed, Block Grant (CDBG) Citizen move the sale of land to proj- updated by the Contractor’s Council Minutes - done on a contractual basis that no one took an initiative Advisory Commit-tee ects and to move the vaca- employees. The Contractor October 1, 2019 B. Fire Chief with the vendor through its on this. Who was going to tion to Planning and Zoning. shall make reasonable contract. If the contract is not take charge of this issue? 11.CLAIMS FOR PAYMENT: Debeltz/Omerza moved accommodations to all Regular Meeting Ely C. Library Director agreed upon by November We directed Attorney Klun A. City and EUC claims to bring the sale of city requests or complaints. City Council – City Hall, Library Director Heinrich 1st we would need to get to negotiate to get week- for October 1, 2019 – land to Monica and Tim ii. In addition, customer com- Council Chambers gave an update of the licensing in place. end coverage and she has $105,113.60 Cunningham, parcel 030- plaints or service requests upcoming events at the Debeltz/Omerza moved to brought that forward. B. Louis Leustek & Sons Inc 0030-04030 and parcel may be directed towards 1. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor library which can be located accept the above proposal Debeltz asked what is going Invoice #14726 for crush- 030-0030-03850 for $8000 the City of Ely’s Sanitation Novak called the Regular on the Library Website. as presented. to happen if people have to ing recycled asphalt for to the projects committee Committee. In the event Council Meeting to order at Kess stated that there was bring their trash to the trans- $67,042.50. and to bring the vacation of a written request or com- 5:30pm. D. Police Chief a range of options that are fer station. What happens to C. Ely Community Resource the undeveloped portion of plaint is brought to the City’s available. Kess would like the people that cannot bring 4th Quarter payment of Park Avenue that dissects Sanitation Committee, the 2. PRESENT: Council mem- E. City Attorney to decline this proposal and their garbage out to the trans- $5125. the three properties per letter Contractor shall be noticed bers A.Forsman, Kess, i. Debeltz/Callen moved to discuss other options. fer station? We are going to D. Pay Request #7 for the dated September 25, 2019 to and shall respond to the Debeltz, Omerza, Callen, approve the note and mort- A.Forsman stated that we have garbage all over town. Trail Improvements and Planning and Zoning. Motion City and the complainant in Campbell, and Mayor Novak gage for the Residential directed Attorney Klun to work The only complaint we have Vermilion River Bridge Carried Unanimously. writing within 15 days of its ABSENT: None Rehab Loan for Drew Trippler with G-Men to try to extend had is from one business Construction Project for receipt with its reasonable to get the sewer line to code the contract. A.Forsman stat- owner that wanted service $162,478.97 to George F. Omerza/Callen moved accommodations. 3.APPROVAL OF MINUTES: per POS Sewer Ordinance ed that he feels what the on the weekend and that is in Bougalis and Sons to approve the Updated iii. Per its standard practice, Debeltz/Callen moved to for 211 W Chapman St for city was requesting was not the current proposal. E. Pay Request #3 for Resolution 2019-035 the Contractor shall keep a approve the minutes from the $9000.00. Motion Carried received and was negotiat- Kess said that he objects the West Camp, Pattison Resolution making levy and written record of all customer September 17, 2019 Public Unanimously. ed to the contract holder’s to the sky is falling type of Street East Improvements assessment against taxable interactions. Such recordings Hearing and the September benefit, ignoring our request. approach. If you look at the for $220,899.23 to Utility properties for delinquent shall be available for the 17, 2019 Regular Council ii. Debeltz/Campbell moved A.Forsman would like to surrounding communities, Systems of America, Inc. water, sewer, and electric City’s review for the purpose Meeting. Motion Carried to approve the note and reject this proposal and Winton, Town of Morse, their F. Partial Payment Estimate accounts. Addition- Updated of investigations G-men com- Unanimously. mortgage for the Commercial re-negotiate to be able to garbage gets picked up on No. 1 for the West End Resolution 2019-035 and pliance with the Contract. Re-hab Loan for Sarah move forward a regular basis and they do Redevelopment District, Exhibit A – Assessment Roll 3. Appendix C shall include 4. ADDITIONS OR Burger to replace roof at 48 Omerza indicated the rates not have contracts. We have Phase 1 project for for Resolution 2019-035. the following rate schedule: OMISSIONS TO AGENDA: E Sheridan St for $10,000. are controlled right now, if we never had a discussion on $43,444.45 to Utility Systems Roll Called: Council Member The standard 2-yard com- A. Addition 11.F. Partial Motion Carried Unanimously. separate the contracts the what the options are; even of America, Inc. A.Forsman- Yes, Kess-Yes, mercial rate is $13.79/yd. Payment Estimate No. 1 for rates will go up. As a city we though he has brought it up Debeltz/Callen moved Debeltz-Yes, Omerza-Yes, Saturday pickup shall include the West End Redevelopment iii.Debeltz/Callen moved work hard to keep the rates multiple times. to approve the Claims for Callen-Yes, Campbell – a $50.00 surcharge due to District, Phase 1 project for to approve the Mortgage down, whether it is property Mayor Novak stated that he Payment items A-F. Motion Yes, and Mayor Novak-Yes. labor and equipment costs. $43,444.45 to Utility Systems Satisfaction for Ann M taxes, EUC, etc., we are in felt like the person that orig- Carried Unanimously. Motion Carried Unanimously 4. Removal of the Automatic of America, Inc. Loscheider for the mortgage control right now with the inally brought up the motion renewal language in Section B. Addition 13. D. Disclosure recorded on September waste disposal rates. As should take the lead on the 12. OLD BUSINESS: None G. Debeltz/Omerza moved 9. of Conflicts of Interest- Kim 25, 2018 as Document No. of November 1st we do not matter, not expect someone to approve the transfer the A.Forsman/Callen moved to Eldevik Residential Rehab 01341394. Motion Carried have anything in place for else to do it. 13. NEW BUSINESS: City of Ely Tobacco License accept the negotiated con- Loan Unanimously. licensing. We do not have A.Forsman said there was A. Debeltz/Omerza moved from Blomberg and Sons, Inc tract as presented above by C. Additions 13. F. Updated any formal complaints, we a sanitation meeting that to approve Resolution 2019- to Range Cooperatives, Inc. Attorney Klun. Resolution 2019-035 and iv. Sanitation need to be responsible to discussed what could be 032 Resolution of the City Motion Carried Unanimously. A.Forsman asked if res- Exhibit A – Assessment Roll Attorney Klun discussed our taxpayers, and we need changed in the contract, and of Ely, City Council for the idential and commercial is for Resolution 2019-035 the memo regarding the to move forward with this there were some recom- CDBG application for the 14. OPEN FORUM defined in each contract, D. Additions 13.G. Transfer G Men Contract Renewal proposal. mendations from that meet- James Street Reconstruction John Esse asked each of the their needs to be some clari- the Tobacco License from Negotiations. A.Forsman stated that the ing that were brought to the Project. Roll Called: Council Council Members that voted fication between the two con- Blomberg and Sons, Inc to The original direction she contract should not extend council, and the council put Member A.Forsman- Yes, No to the Sanitation Contract tracts, especially when we Range Cooperatives, Inc. received on this issue was: out to 15 years. It seems like forth to just move forward Kess-Yes, Debeltz-Yes, why they voted No. get into rental properties. Additions A-D added without “contact the vendor’s attor- the current provider has not with weekend pickup. Omerza-Yes, Callen-Yes, Campbell stated that she has Attorney Klun indicated that objection. ney to see if the vendor is intended to work with this Campbell asked for clarifi- Campbell – Yes, and Mayor looked at the contract and not at this point. If the council willing to renegotiate the council to address the issues cation since it is apparent Novak-Yes. Motion Carried questioned the contract; she is agreeable to this direction 5. MAYOR’S REPORT license agreement to allow that have been brought for- that there is a great deal of Unanimously was not on the council when we can look into those details The RAMS Board of Directors for other commercial vendors ward. Currently the com- discussion on the residential that contract was approved. later. Attorney Klun would and the Range Mayors to become licensed to ser- mercial rates are not in the pickup. Is this agreement B. Debeltz/Campbell moved She indicated that she has like feedback from the coun- group met earlier today with vice those that need service contract, so those rates can only for the Commercial to approve the CDBG Pre had constitutes come to her cil as to where they would Congressman Stauber. when the current licensee fluctuate. Contract? We are not talking Application for the James with concerns, and she feels like to go, for example would can’t perform the service.” Kess indicated that about about residential contract Street Reconstruction that it should be separated a rental unit be considered 6. CONSENT AGENDA: Attorney Klun indicated she a month ago he had made right? Project. Motion Carried from residential and com- commercial or residential? A.Motion to waive readings understood the motion as to a motion to separate the Attorney Klun indicated that Unanimously. mercial. A.Forsman would like to in entirety of all ordinances have weekend pickup; cur- commercial and residential we are talking about them Callen indicated that a lot define residential as single and resolutions on tonight’s rently in the contract the ven- contracts, but he withdrew both. Anything that is demo, C. Maintenance of Private of people have come to him and 2 family dwellings and agenda dor does not have to provide the motion on the basis of or over 8 yards is an open Property Appeal for 106 E that are unhappy with res- commercial as everything Debeltz/Campbell moved to weekend pickup. contract negotiations. There system, anything that is less Harvey St idential pickup and he has else. approve the consent agen- Attorney Klun negotiated are several options out there than 8 yards would follow Building Official Whitney heard from more business Kess supports this proposal. da item A. Motion Carried with the attorney for G Men that we need to discuss; under this con-tract which is indicated that he sent a owners that would like the If it is a one year commercial Unani-mously. and negotiated the following one is have two licenses for residential and commercial. Notice of Maintenance of option of having another pro- contract, do we start exam- terms: res-idential and commercial. Campbell asked so vot- Private Property for 106 E vider. Callen stated he would ining these contracts with 7 REQUESTS TO APPEAR: G-Men propose a renewal of Debeltz indicated that the ing yes means that this is Harvey Street and received like to see two providers for a committee like the state None its current contract with the only complaint he heard was acceptable, that service will an appeal notice from the commercial and residential. statutes requires or one year following amendments. All that the garbage was not continue as is, with added property owner, Paul Kess. Kess indicated that he has from now we bid it out again. 8. COMMITTEE REPORTS: other terms and conditions picked up on the weekends, weekend service for com- Whitney stated that an been clear on his reasons for Mayor Novak indicated that A. Standing/Special remain. the current proposal would mercial inspection report is included voting No. we can renew the contract Planning and Zoning 1. Section(3)term(8) settle these concerns. Attorney Klun stated that vot- in the packet for the property. A.Forsman indicated that the after a year or during the Commission a. Schedule of Collection: All Omerza indicated that peo- ing yes would be a continu- Whitney indicated that the contract term should be a year if we see modifications Recommendation from collection must be performed ple have been complaining ation of the current contract next step according to the limited; the current contract are necessary we start not- the Planning and Zoning not before 6:00am during about moving the recycle with the three amendments City Code is to schedule a handcuffs future councils ing them to draft a different Commission to approve the the contract year. Contractor center, if we don’t get this on the memo from Attorney hearing. with the terms. contract. Re-zoning of Central Avenue may request that the City settled our resident’s option Klun. Debeltz/A.Forsman moved to Kess stated if we want to Business Park parcels to grant a variance to these will be to bring their garbage Omerza stated that the other cancel the study session on 15. ADJOURN move towards a more open (M) Light Industrial with no normal hours of operations to the transfer station. communities around us can October 29, 2019 and have Mayor Novak adjourned the system on the commercial change to the existing CUP when special or unforeseen A.Forsman stated that the go without organized pick up the hearing on 106 E Harvey meeting at 7:05pm without side then we need to start previously granted and to incidents occur. For resi-den- length of the contract is not because they are under a St at 6:30pm on October 29, objection. that process earlier. direct the city attorney to pro- tial customers, pick-ups shall being addresses in the cur- certain population. We are 2019. Motion Carried Unani- A.Forsman stated that we ceed on the re-zone. be made for each area dis- rent proposal. obligated to have organized mously. Casey Velcheff, Deputy Clerk need to determine if the Matter of Information- trict or neighborhood not less Mayor Novak indicated that collection because of the size council wants to proceed Attorney Klun will work on than once (1) per week. For current the length of the con- of our town. D. Callen/Omerza moved Published in the Ely with open, bid or whatev- the ordinance process. commercial customers, pick- tract would be what is in the A.Forsman stated that as to approve the Residential Timberjay, Oct. 18, 2019 er for the commercial side. ups shall be available 6 days cur-rent contract (3) -5 year population over 1000 we Rehab Loan for Kim Eldevik From previous discussions Tree Board: Minutes included per week, excluding holidays renewable terms. could create a license agree- to replace doors, insulate on the council table there is in the Council Packet per Section 9 and Sundays. Callen stated he agrees ment and allow an open mud room/back entry way CITY OF ELY no intent to make changes 2. Section(15) with A.Forsman and Kess, system under that licensing and to get the sewer line Special Council on the residential side. But Heritage Preservation a. COMPLAINTS: he would like to give the agreement. . to code per POS Sewer Meeting Minutes there is differences of opinion Commission i. The Contractor shall residents and business own- Kess/Omerza moved to call Ordinance for 6 W Conan and uncertainty of what we Campbell/Callen moved maintain and adequately ers options with only allow- the question. Motion Carried St. for $10,000.00 pending October 8, 2019 want to do on the commercial to approve the recommen- staff a Customer Service ing two licensed contractors Unanimously. proper paperwork, and fees Council Chambers, side. This gives us a year or dation from the HPC to D-partment call center to han- within the City. Current motion on the table and to direct Attorney Klun Ely City Hall two to evaluate our stance on request authorization from dle customer calls and com- Mayor Novak indicated that is: to work with the applicant the matter. the Council to submit a grant plaints throughout the Term the past contract was voted Debeltz/Omerza moved to and to proceed with the loan CALL TO ORDER Callen stated that one year request to the Minnesota of the Contract. Contractor’s on unanimously. We need to accept the above proposal processing and to sign the Mayor Novak Called the should give us enough time Historical Society to fund the call center shall use a com- think about the best interest as presented from the memo Disclosure of Conflicts of Special Council Meeting to to come up with something next phase of the Retaining puterized customer database of the tax payers. What will from Attorney Klun dated Interest for the Kim Eldevik order at 5:30pm. for the next contract. Wall Repair. Motion Carried that shall be updated by the the cost for trash pickup be? 10/01/2019. Motion Failed Residential Rehab Loan. Campbell asked what the Unanimously. Contractor’s employees. The Novak stated that we had 3-4 with A.Forsman, Kess, Attorney Klun indicated that PRESENT: Council Member license fee is for the vendor. Contractor shall make rea- a good deal going on here. Callen, and Campbell voting Kim Eldevik is a legal assis- A.Forsman, Kess, Debeltz, Attorney Klun stated that Campbell/Debeltz moved sonable accommodations to If we set it up so a second No. tant at Klun Law Firm; she Callen, Campbell, and Mayor there is not a particular to approve Resolution all requests or com-plaints. provider can pick up refuse, provided a disclosure of con- Novak license fee; it is licensed 2019-033 Resolution ii. In addition, customer com- the provider will need to have Attorney Klun asked for flicts of interest for the loan. ABSENT: Council Member through the contract. Authorizing the City of Ely plaints or service requests the same specifications for direction, options include per Motion Carried Unanimously. Omerza Campbell asked if this was to Make Application to and may be directed towards equipment as the cur-rent council discussion, a counter an exclusive contract. Accept Funds from the MN the City of Ely’s Sanitation hauler. Mayor Novak indi- offer could be formed, direct E. Debeltz/Omerza moved OLD BUSINESS: Attorney Klun indicated that Historical Society Legacy Committee. In the event cated he is supporting this for licensing requirements to approve Monica and Tim A. Waste Disposal Contract 8 yards and above is an Grant Program. Roll Called: a written request or com- motion with the best interest relative to commercial, keep Cunningham requesting to Attorney Klun updated the open system, but anything Council Member A.Forsman- plaint is brought to the City’s of the citizens of Ely in mind. residential as is in the cur- purchase parcel 030-0030- council from the last meet- less than 8 yards would be Yes, Kess-Yes, Debeltz-Yes, Sanitation Committee, the The citizens of Ely seem to rent contract, open system 04030 and parcel 030- ing on October 1, 2019, the under this contract. Omerza-Yes, Callen-Yes, Contractor shall be noticed be happy with the service with licensing requirements. 0030-03850 for $8000 and council instructed Attorney Kess stated that the current Campbell – Yes, and Mayor and shall respond to the they are provided for trash Attorney Klun indicated that to vacate the undeveloped Klun to see if the vendor contract gives the vendor all Novak-Yes. Motion Carried City and the complainant in pickup. she needs direction from the portion of Park Avenue that would approve a 6 month the recyclables in town. How Unanimously. writing within 15 days of its Omerza indicated that we council. dissects the three properties extension to the Waste can we address the recycling receipt with its reasonable had a hearing on this and A.Forsman/Kess moved to per letter dated September Disposal Contract. Through in the future? Ely Utilities Commission: accommodations. most of the comments were direct the City Attorney to 25, 2019. negotiations this past week Mayor Novak indicated that Minutes included in the iii. Per its standard practice, positive about the current draft licensing requirements Langowski indicated that we have a proposed settle- the recyclables will be noted Council Packet the Contractor shall keep a provider. This is going to for both residential and com- this has been going on since ment to present to the coun- in the minutes for future dis- written record of all customer cost the citizens of Ely more mercial haulers based on 2012; the property is the old cil. cussion. 9.DEPARTMENTAL interactions. Such recordings money and it is taking up a current state, county require- Lakeside Beverage Building The settlement includes: Attorney Klun stated that this REPORTS: shall be available for the lot of time of staff. How are ments, and the appropriate on the way down to Semer’s Bifurcate the contract into proposal has been negoti- A. Clerk-Treasurer City’s review for the purpose we going to go through the requirements per the current Beach. The current owner two contracts: ated between G-Men’s i. Approve the EUC Consent of investigations G-men com- licensing process? Staff is contract. has been utilizing city proper- • 4 year renewal to G Men for attorney and Attorney Klun, Agenda from September 25, pliance with the Contract. going to have to figure out Attorney Klun indicated that ty. In 2016 they had another Residential Pick Up this has not been approved 2019 3. Appendix C shall include how to go about it. Omerza she would like a Special potential buyer and the prop- • 1 year renewal to G Men for by G-Men, and so if it is 1. Approved MRWA opera- the following rate schedule: indicated that the council is Meeting scheduled since erty was appraised at that Commercial Pick Up approved by the council it will tor training in St. Cloud and The standard 2-yard com- the one that sets policy and these licensing requirements time. Langowski stated that Both contracts to include need approval by G-Men yet. Silver Bay on October 30th mercial rate is $13.79/yd. we are having staff set this require an ordinance change, this is a fair offer. The vaca- rates previously proposed. Motion Carried 6-0-1 with and September 30-October Saturday pickup shall include policy to try to figure out which means at least 2 meet- tion of Park Avenue would be Additionally the following Council Member Omerza 2. Approved tie to grid solar a $50.00 surcharge due to how to do something that we ing to move forward with charged to the owners. The amendments to be included: absent. application for customer labor and equipment costs. already have had a responsi- an ordinance change and prospective buyers are plan- 1. Section(3)term(8) 3. Approved purchase of ble business in charge. agreement on the licensing ning on moving their busi- a. Schedule of Collection: All B. Sanitation Committee valves from Core and Main Attorney Klun stated that the A.Forsman indicated that if requirements. ness to this property. collection must be performed Debeltz/A.Forsman moved for WTP in the amount of vendor has few customers we would have addressed Motion Carried 4-3 with Kess asked what kind of not before 6:00am during to disband the Sanitation $30,740.93 that require Saturday pick- this issue back when it was Debeltz, Omerza and Mayor impact vacating Park Avenue the contract year. Contractor Committee as it stands, and 4. Approved NEMMPA dues up so that is why there is brought forward it wouldn’t Novak voting No. would have for the access of may request that the City task the City Attorney to for 2019 in the amount of a $50 surcharge. The cost need to be rushed through the City Property in that area. grant a variance to these start drafting the ordinance $2,000 for the vendor is $350 for now. If we would have cre- Debeltz asked if someone Langowski stated that the normal hours of operations to meet proper state stat- 5. Approved payment of EUC Saturday pickup, the reason ated the committee that the could contact the current alleyway and Chandler Street when special or unforeseen ute language for a Sanitation Bills List for August in the for the cost is an employ- statutes requires in the first contractor to make sure we across from Lake Avenue incidents occur. For residen- Committee. Motion Carried amount of $373,029.73. ee working on a Saturday place, rather than come have garbage pick-up after would still be maintained. tial customers, pick-ups shall 6-0-1 with Council Member A.Forsman/Callen moved to has a 4 hour minimum per around and say we need to November 1st. The properties would have be made for each area dis- Omerza absent. approve the EUC Consent the union agreement and make this request and get Mayor Novak stated we can to be re-platted. This will be trict or neighborhood not less Agenda from September the cost of putting a truck this over with, we would ask for an extension to the a great solution to the issues than once (1) per week. For NEW BUSINESS: None 25, 2019 items 1-5. Motion into service. Attorney Klun not be in this spot. To rush current contract. that have been going on with commercial customers, pick- Carried Unanimously. indicated that the proposal through this now and not fin- Debeltz/Omerza moved to this property; the new owners ups shall be available 6 days ADJOURN back from the vendor was to ish this it would be a mistake. have the City Attorney ask would clean up the property. per week, excluding holidays Mayor Novak adjourned the ii. Debeltz/Campbell moved include a $50.00 surcharge Mayor Novak stated that the current contractor to A.Forsman indicated that the per Section 9 and Sundays. meeting 5:46pm at without to approve Resolution for Saturday pickup. Forsman is the one that extend the current contract potential buyer is his current 2. Section(15) objection. 2019-034 Resolution made the original motion; it till June 30, 2020. Motion employer, and his sister and a. COMPLAINTS: Authorizing the City of Ely Attorney Klun stated that did not come from sanita- Carried Unanimously. brother-in-law, but he does i. The Contractor shall Casey Velcheff, Deputy Clerk to Make Application to and she needs direction from tion committee. Mayor Novak not personally benefit from maintain and adequately Accept Funds from IRRRB the Council as to the next indicated that if A.Forsman F. City Engineer this. staff a Customer Service Published in the Ely Residential Redevelopment steps. If the council does was that interested, he would A.Forsman indicated that Department call center to Timberjay, Oct. 18, 2019 Grant Program. Roll Called: not agree to these terms as have continued to bring this 10.COMMUNICATIONS: they do have a signed pur- handle customer calls and Council Member A.Forsman- of November 1st the waste up and come up with alterna- Matter of Information chase agreement with the complaints throughout Yes, Kess-Yes, Debeltz-Yes, disposal would be an open tive ideas. A. Correspondence from the owner. the Term of the Contract. Omerza-Yes, Callen-Yes, system. The council would We did not hear anything Washington Elementary PTO A.Forsman indicated that Contractor’s call center shall Campbell – Yes, and Mayor have to establish licensing on this for an extended peri- B. Notice of Vacancy the motion should be broken use a computerized custom- Novak-Yes. Motion Carried requirements, currently our od of time? Mayor Novak Community Development down into two parts, one to er database that shall be 4B October 18, 2019 TIMBERJAY Newspapers

TRADITIONS Interest in small game hunting dropping sharply License sales down 32 percent over the past 18 years, part of a trend of declining interest among youth by MARSHALL HELMBERGER conducting the survey and it’s Area Wildlife Manager. “It’s licenses in the state. Last year, Managing Editor consistent with a trend being how they learned safe gun it was just over 225,000, a seen across the board for handling and other skills.” 32-percent decline in just 18 REGIONAL— Just traditional outdoor pursuits, But far fewer people are years. The downward trend in 67,765 grouse hunters went like hunting. hunting small game these license sales was modest up out last year in search of Hunting small game, days, and those who still do, until 2013, when the bottom Minnesota’s most popular like grouse, waterfowl, and tend to be older. “We’re not fell out. game bird. That’s accord- rabbits, was once the way seeing kids hunting much The DNR, sports- ing to an annual hunter that most young people these days,” said Rusch. men’s organizations and the survey conducted by the were introduced to the sport. The sale of small game Minnesota Legislature have state’s Department of Natural “Small game hunting was licenses in Minnesota illus- tried to encourage more Resources. That’s the fewest traditionally the entry level trates the trend. As recently youth interest in hunting, grouse hunters in the 40 for a lot of hunters,” said as 2000, hunters purchased years since the DNR started Tom Rusch, Tower DNR about 330,000 small game See HUNTING..pg. 5B Outdoors in brief Heading to the woods? Don’t forget your blaze orange REGIONAL— Planning to head out in the woods this weekend? You’ll want to be sure you’re wearing orange. While the regular firearms deer season doesn’t get underway until Nov. 9, a special four-day firearms deer season for young people got underway a half-hour before sunrise on Thursday morning. The special season, which coincides with the annual MEA weekend for Minnesota schools, ends a half-hour after sunset on Sunday. Young people ages 10-13 are required to hunt with an adult mentor, although hunters ages 14-17 will be able to hunt deer on their own this weekend. Wearing blaze orange or blaze pink are the best ways to ensure that you’re easily spotted NIGHT LIGHTS when out in the woods. So, be sure to play it safe this weekend. Astonishing ourselves... Stay safe when the by Peter M. Leschak water temps drop REGIONAL—As the photo by P. Wettering and the Ancients leaves fall and the air tem- perature drops, thousands of Minnesotans – many of them e dressed out the large meteor – slashed across Upper Pauness. Mike was a of our grisly cargo. I thought anglers and hunters – will spend black bear on a slab the sky. It was bluish white, few canoe lengths behind. about loading the Winchester, the next month or two out in the of granite above as brilliant as moonglow, Suddenly, a dazzling but didn’t. By 2 a.m. we were elements, chasing fish, scanning WDevil’s Cascade. Two days and rocketed directly toward point of white light burst into up the Indian Sioux River the sky for ducks, or waiting before, its acorn-laced scat Arcturus. As it reached the radiance high on the far shore. and out of the wilderness. We for the deer that will fill their betrayed it: we surmised the “bear guardian,” it exploded My first impression was that drove down the Echo Trail in freezers with venison. bear was foraging among scrub into three fragments. For an someone switched on a camp moonlight and silence. For anyone whose fall plans oaks on a ridge northwest of instant the star was bracketed lantern. I was surprised. We’d I don’t know what we saw include time on the water, be Shell Lake. Mike prowled seen no others in that tract that night thirty years ago. If aware that this time of the year the shield rock until the bear of the Boundary Waters the Mike hadn’t been there as a can be especially dangerous for reared up. He killed it with a The light was entire trip, and it was late – in second witness, I might, by anyone who recreates on the single shot. the night, and in the season. now, doubt I’d seen it at all. water because falls into cold By the time the hide was not in the hand Besides, I recalled no camp- One person suggested ball lakes, ponds or rivers can inca- stripped and the pungent site there. As I puzzled over lightning, but it was a clear pacitate even strong swimmers. muscle and fat wrapped in of a human, that, the light began to weave night, and though ball light- While more boating-relat- cheesecloth, the western “ through the treetops, slipping ning is not well understood, ed accidents occur during the horizon was an orange smudge. but wavering down the ridge toward our its manifestation is associated busy summer months, a higher Two ravens held vigil in a through the portage. We drew closer. The with thunderstorms. Someone percentage of them are fatal nearby jack pine snag, covet- light was not in the hand of a else mentioned St. Elmo’s during the cold-water season ing the viscera. The weather forest canopy, human, but wavering through fire, an electrical discharge and survival rates drop drastical- was warm for late September, the forest canopy, forty feet from a pointed object – most ly, according to the Minnesota and fearing for the integrity forty feet in in the air. commonly a ship mast or tall DNR. of the meat, we broke camp. Stunned, I half-turned antenna, and sometimes trees Wearing a life jacket (foam It was dark when we shoved the air. toward Mike. “Do you see – but it also requires thunder- is better than inflatable during our canoes away from the Shell that?” storm activity, and tends to the cold-water season) is the Lake campsite and paddled He was staring. “Yes.” hover in one place. one action most likely to help for the portage into Lower by celestial shrapnel, then “What....?” The fact it was night, and people survive a fall into cold Pauness. the fireworks winked out. It “I don’t know.” we were in the company of a water. People can reduce the It was two days past the seemed like an omen. With our canoes gun- dead bear, and the mysteri- likelihood of a fall overboard last-quarter moon, so the The portage out of Shell – nel-to-gunnel, we watched ous light drifted precisely to by distributing weight evenly crescent wouldn’t rise until 216 rods – was our longest, and the light – now more of an our portage, all cast an eerie in the boat and abiding by the after midnight. The bright star we hustled over it as quickly orb than a point – arrive above ambiance. But there was manufacturer’s weight limits. Arcturus was low in the west, as darkness allowed. With two the portage, seem to hover something else. Having a means of communi- over the portage, and I lined it canoes, camping gear, rifles, momentarily, then vanish. Mike had encountered our cation is important, too, as is up with the prow of my canoe. and a hundred pounds of hide There’s another portage quarry the day before while making sure other people are Its name means “bear guard- and meat, we made two trips. from Lower to Upper Pauness, patrolling a ridge. The bear aware of where you’re going ian,” because the star shadows When we eased into the black but it’s beastly even in day- abruptly rose from a clump and when you plan to return. the tail of the “the great bear,” water of Lower Pauness it was light, and we’d need to back- of oaks only fifty yards away. Changes in weather that the constellation Ursa Major. almost midnight. Our eyes track. Spooked, I considered it Startled, Mike slammed his result in shifting winds and A few evenings before, I’d were fully dark-adapted, and for a moment, but said nothing. rifle butt to his shoulder, and storms can also lead to a treach- drifted in the lake after dinner, after rounding a point, I spotted I hiked the forty rods first, it slipped off the padded strap erous situation, so it’s vital for and Arcturus cast a long, a notch in the treeline a half- canoe up on my shoulders, anglers and hunters to keep an serpentine reflection in the mile across the lake, indicating hairs up on the back of my eye to the sky. water. As I gazed, a fireball – a the forty-rod portage into neck. I was acutely conscious See NIGHT LIGHTS...pg. 5B TIMBERJAY Newspapers October 18, 2019 5B

HUNTING...Continued from page 4B from NOAA weather with special Take-a-Kid- the largest portion of the LAKE COUNTRY FORECAST Hunting days and special funding that pays for man- Friday Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday seasons like this weekend’s aging wildlife and their four-day MEA weekend habitats and the decline youth deer hunting season. in small game licenses has But the erosion in translated into $1 million youth hunting appears to less funding than the DNR be continuing. The signs received in the 1990s. 57 42 56 37 54 40 49 35 44 31 of the declining interest This estimated loss can be found locally, where doesn’t account for other Ely Hi Lo Prec. Sn. Emb. Hi Lo Prec. Sn. Cook Hi Lo Prec. Sn. Orr Hi Lo Prec. Sn. Tower Hi Lo Prec. Sn. regular firearm and hunter hunting-related expendi- 10/07 53 34 0.27 10/07 54 37 0.15 10/07 52 37 0.15 10/07 61 37 0.00 10/07 52 38 0.25 10/08 59 33 0.01 10/08 58 35 0.00 10/08 57 37 0.00 10/08 70 45 0.00 10/08 59 34 0.00 safety courses, which used tures including gun and 10/09 69 49 0.00 10/09 70 35 0.00 10/09 68 44 0.00 10/09 73 50 0.00 10/09 70 47 0.00 to be a rite of passage for ammunition sales, visits 10/10 71 51 0.01 10/10 71 35 0.04 10/10 70 49 0.04 10/10 61 54 0.00 10/10 71 49 0.00 10/11 58 53 0.13 10/11 58 50 0.50 10/11 57 52 0.50 10/11 57 32 0.97 10/11 58 52 0.75 many kids in northern to gas stations and restau- 10/12 57 32 0.08 10/12 58 31 0.06 10/12 57 31 0.06 10/12 37 30 0.08 10/12 57 31 0.05 Minnesota, are disappear- rants, and stays at lodging 10/13 36 31 0.05 10/13 39 31 0.12 10/13 36 30 0.12 10/13 39 32 0.08 10/13 37 31 0.15 ing. Rusch said classes that facilities – all things that YTD Total 19.01 YTD Total 24.86 . YTD Total 22.49 YTD Total NA 1.6” YTD Total 26.29 used to be held in places benefit local economies. like Tower, Ely, and other “This isn’t just about NIGHT LIGHTS...Continued from page 4B small communities are having less money to do rarely held anymore. And conservation work,” said of his pack. He re-shouldered the of a spirit realm, where unexplained of light crossed my field of vision, even larger communities, Nicole Davros, a farm- weapon, but was off balance, and or puzzling phenomena could be like a racing star bolting the fold. A like Virginia, are cancel- land wildlife research fumbled with the safety catch, assigned magical authority. manmade satellite. I thought of the ling classes due to limited supervisor for the DNR. another split second lost. The bear A few days later I playfully strange light we’d seen on Pauness, interest. “It’s also a hit to our rural had seen him. Its eyes locked onto concocted a story wherein a raven, and how it stunned us – and how The declining interest economies. Simply put, his. Finally peering through his seeking brute strength to augment this satellite would’ve astonished is also affecting conser- fewer hunters means fewer scope, Mike centered the crosshairs its cleverness, ate the genitals of and frightened an ancient observer: vation groups that used dollars into those small on its chest. the bear and was transformed into an unfixed star. An angel? A god? to draw active members towns – whether it’s fewer Two things happened – or the light we’d seen. As unwitting A demon? from the hunting com- sandwiches and candy bars seemed to happen – at once. Mike agents of the raven, we were pre- But then, even more astonishing munity. The Minnesota being sold, and ultimately squeezed the trigger, and the bear sented the first glimpse of its new perhaps, it occurred to me that this Waterfowl Association, fewer jobs and businesses fell to all fours and dashed off. Had manifestation as it guided us to the now routine sight in the heavens – just last month, announced being supported in these he missed? He dropped the pack and midnight portage, where it could from a dark place you may see a it was folding due to their areas.” cautiously advanced to where the chortle in triumph over the bear dozen or more satellites in an hour inability to attract interest According to the DNR, bear had been, rifle at the ready. The meat in cheesecloth. We’d been – first appeared in my lifetime, just from younger hunters. many factors appear to be ground was mostly bare rock, but he on an archetypal quest to slay a over sixty years ago. How rapidly contributing to the decline could see no blood. He circled and monster and were seeking safe we’ve altered the world and the sky, Effects on habitat searched for over an hour, gradually passage home. It was fun to spin the and how much we take for granted For many people, an in hunter interest, includ- ing competing activities, working further out from the oaks. yarn, and it spurred me to look up a our instantaneous worldwide com- interest in hunting was Nothing. No blood, no hair, no bits half-remembered quote from Albert munication, GPS receivers, images the first step in getting time constraints, limited access to hunting lands of bone. It was getting late, and he Einstein: “The most beautiful thing of earth from space. All made possi- them engaged in conser- returned to camp. Over the fire, he we can experience is the mysterious. ble by those lights streaking against vation efforts. Hunters and changing relationships with the natural world. told me the story, and my opinion It is the source of all true art and the backdrop of the Milky Way, have been the mainstay was that the bear had escaped – a science.” And, he may’ve added, of lights that were non-existent when of groups like Ducks Amid the challenges, one effective way to recruit and little older and wiser. religion. Our sense of awe before the I, and billions of others, were born. Unlimted, the Ruffed But Mike was not convinced, unknown is one of the most potent As an avid amateur astronomer, Grouse Society, and the retain hunters is to provide continued mentorship. and the next day he returned to the human emotions. I know that a majority of Americans, Minnesota Deer Hunters ridge and found the bear, about Several years later, on a dark and perhaps a majority of humans Association, which have “The key is to contin- ue to support and engage 200 yards from where he’d shot it. and transparent August night, I laid on the planet, do not look much at raised millions of dollars Kneeling beside the body, knife in in our backyard and gazed at the the night sky. Our cities are fogged over the years for habitat our new hunters,” Davros said. “Don’t just take a hand, he noticed something odd: the Milky Way. From the bright star by electric mist, and we have other work. genitals were missing. Chewed off. Altair in Aquila the Eagle, through distractions after dark – mainly Hunter license fees person out once. Keep asking them to hunt with I couldn’t help thinking about the dense starfield of Cygnus the revolving around screens. But if also pay for much of that as we crossed the dark portage Swan, to Cassiopeia and Cepheus, it’s wonder you want, and if you the wildlife habitat work you and provide continued support as they learn.” where the light had been. I tried to take in the magnificence cherish mystery, the night sky rarely undertaken by the DNR. The entire episode lends itself to of our home galaxy, scratching at disappoints. Indeed, hunters generate esoteric speculation, and it’s easy to the unimaginable scale of time and Peter M. Leshack is a well- see how our pre-scientific ancestors distance. known writer and author. He lives could’ve viewed the world in terms Then a swiftly moving point in Side Lake. Memories of the Early Days Back By A fascinating look back at the early history Popular of the Lake Vermilion area Demand! Written by Marshall Helmberger • Published by the Timberjay

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RehabilitationPTActivities Dietary Aide/Cook Casual Laundry Aide A voter must be registered to vote to be eli- FTPT Physical Activities Therapist Assistant (sign-on bonus) gible to vote in this election. An unregistered BY ORDER OF THE SCHOOL BOARD Casual Dietary Aide/Cook individual may register to vote at the polling Malita Kletschka-Spears, Clerk Independent School District No. 707 DietaryMaintenance place on Election Day. FTPT DietaryMaintenance/Plant Aide/Cook Operations Published in the Timberjay, October 18, 2019 Dated: September 9, 2019 Casual Dietary Aide/Cook Maintenance BY ORDER OF THE SCHOOL BOARD FT Maintenance/Plant Operations Malita Spears School District Clerk EMPLOYMENT LOCAL DELIVERY DRIVER Published in the Timberjay, October 18 & 25, 2019 The Wanted: Local Delivery Driver for fuel oil and propane for the Ely/Tower/Virgina/Cook Timberjay service area. Class B license required with 6 months driving experience in a similar sized delivery vehicle or tractor trailer. Must EMPLOYMENT classified have or be willing to procure hazmat and District 1 Duluth/Virginia tanker endorsements. Full-time, year-round The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is ads reach position. Full benefits with medical. Apply to seeking qualified individuals for the following positions: Edwards Oil, 820 Hoover Rd N, Virginia, MN; Engineering Technician readers edwardsoilandpropane.com; or on the web at • Permanent, Full-Time Transportation Associate – indeed.com. 10/25 (Hibbing) Roadway/Roadside Maintenance & Snow and Ice o Ely Truck Station (1 position) of all three Apply by 10/18/19 o Various Locations (see potential locations for future opportunities online) editions · Learn to perform road surface maintenance and snow Dental Hygienist www.stlouiscountymn.gov and ice control activities to keep the roadways and or call 218-726-2422 roadsides safe, clear and in good repair. (Class B Com- every week. Job Opportunity mercial Driver’s License (CDL) permit with no air brake Equal Opportunity and Veteran-Friendly Employer 10/18 restriction at the time of hire. Must have the ability to Ely Family Dental is looking for a full-time upgrade to a Class A CDL with a tanker endorsement). dental hygienist to add to our team. Individual For job requirements and to apply online, go to http://mn.gov/ must be highly motivated, team player, mmb/careers/ detailed oriented and treat patients as if they POSITION OPENING-ISD 696 Job ID 36266 – Permanent, Full-Time Transportation Associ- were family. Perio background a plus. Full job ELY PUBLIC SCHOOLS ate (currently filling at the Ely Truck Station) – to be considered Call 753-2950 description available upon request. We offer for the current opening, apply online through 10/29/19. This competitive benefits and pay. Questions, call Junior High Girls Basketball Coach list will also be used for anticipated openings in the future. 218-365-3565. for the 2019-2020 season to place Stipend available. Application to include: MnDOT is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer Please send your resume to with a strong commitment to workforce diversity. yours now! district application form (available online [email protected] 10/18 at www.ely.k12.mn.us, click on District then on Job Openings or at the District Office), current resume; background check required. Return application to: ISD No. 696, Attn: Superintendent, 600 E. Harvey St., Ely, MN 55731. Contact Tom Coombe, Athletic POSITION OPENING - ISD No. 696 Director, at 365-6166 ext. 1723 or tcoombe@ ELY PUBLIC SCHOOLS ely.k12.mn.us with any questions. Application deadline: October 28, 2019. 10/25 PARAPROFESSIONAL PLACE OF WORK: District; RATE OF PAY: $16.08/hr.; HOURS: 6.5 hours/ day, 5 days/week, student contact days; QUALIFICATIONS: AA Degree or two years of college required. Include district appli- Steger Mukluks Factory Hiring cation and transcripts; background check required. Application (non-licensed) avail- We have one permanent, full-time production able at www.ely.k12.mn.us or in the District position open in the Stuffing and Lasting Office. Send materials to: ISD #696, Attn: Dept. Superintendent, 600 E. Harvey St., Ely, MN 55731. Deadline for application: Friday, Requirements: Eye for detail and good quali- October 25, 2019. 10/25 ty. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Must have strong hands and arms. Must have valid driv- er’s license. Will train. 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