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Como Your community onitor newspaper since 1975 August 2015 Vol. 41 No. 4 Mwww.MonitorSaintPaul.comonitor 21,000 Circulation MMidway Como North End • • • Como By The Lake seniors fighting to keep Section 8 Housing By CONNOR KLAUSING Como, residents are fighting low-income seniors. ers receive money, the arrange- just housing at stake. Current- At the Como By The Lake to protect a Section 8 hous- The owners of the build- ment is referred to as proj- ly, seniors in the Como com- senior housing complex, locat- ing contract that subsidizes ing, local attorney Jim ect-based Section 8 housing. plex receive a broad array of ed on the south shore of Lake rent for 57 of the building’s Schwebel and businessman In the case of Como By services including nursing and Gary Sauer, are selling the The Lake, the federal govern- health counseling provided by property, and have decided ment provided subsidies to the North End-South Como to let their Section 8 contract help pay for construction. In Block Nurse Program. Execu- expire. If it does, previously exchange, the owners signed a tive Director of the program subsidized apartments would 30-year contract to provide a Chris Langer explains, “The be raised to market rate, mak- percentage of Section 8 hous- idea of our program is to keep ing the units unaffordable for ing in their building. But once seniors in their homes rather many of the current residents. a project-based contract is up, than nursing homes.” Seniors The move by the owners the owners have no obligation also get a daily communi- is made possible by the tem- to continue the program. Res- ty meal, health and exercise porary nature of project-based idents who stay are eligible classes, and volunteer sup- housing. Under Section 8, the for enhanced vouchers, which port. However, if units become federal government provides would work as long as the new market rate, seniors who can’t financial assistance to either owners keep building a rent- afford to stay will lose these individuals or property owners al property. However, if the services along with the apart- to help reduce the cost of liv- building was converted to con- ment. ing for low-income people of dos, for example, the vouch- Another asset at stake for all ages. When property own- er would lose its power. As a residents is the strong commu- result, many tenants are left nity that’s developed within with the choice of either pay- Como By The Lake. “Most peo- Como By The Lake is located near ing up or moving out. ple that moved in here moved the south shore of Lake Como, at For the seniors at Como in with the intention of stay- 901 Como Ave. (Photo by Connor By The Lake, there’s more than Klausing) Continued on page 15 Midway Murals Project to debut Aug. 29 How spray paint and broken glass can beautify a neighborhood

By MARGIE O’LOUGHLIN said, “is one of the busiest in —to bring new opportunities for It’s been a long, hot summer the state, and that busy-ness has economic growth. of road construction, detours and been a big part of its identity Midway Murals was made delays along Snelling Ave. But problem. A lot of people have a possible with a $25,000 Knight when the dust clears on Aug. 22, negative perception of Snelling Arts Challenge Grant. Oppen- there will be a new street, new and University. Our hope with heimer and his creative team lighting, new sidewalks and the Midway Murals is that people were able to raise matching funds beginning of a new era for Snel- will be intrigued by what they through an enthusiastic Indiego- ling—once considered the Main see here. We hope the murals go campaign. Street of Minnesota. will enliven the neighborhood, Once the money was in On Sat., Aug. 29 from 12- inspire people to get out of their place, Oppenheimer invited four 6pm, folks will have a chance to cars, and start experiencing all local artists to design and create gather at Hamline Park (Snelling the great things we have to offer.” the project murals. Along with and Thomas avenues) to cel- Oppenheimer ought to the addresses where their murals ebrate the changing face of the know the strength and weakness- can be seen, they are: neighborhood at the Midway es of this neighborhood; he lives —Lori Greene, mosaic artist (555 Arts Festival. There will be live art only a block away from Snelling Snelling); such as the Poetry Mobile, where and University. As a resident, —Greta McLain, painter and mo- you can talk to real, live poets; he couldn’t help noticing how saic artist (512-520 Snelling); and Jon Reynold’s Street-Cor- many times local businesses were —Eric Mattheis, graffiti-style ner Letter Press, where you can “tagged” by graffiti and had to spray painter (638 Snelling); and experience printing done the be repainted. As a public policy —Yoya Negishi, traditional Japa- old-fashioned way. Enjoy the student at the Humphrey Insti- nese and American idiom painter food and culture of African, Viet- tute and an intern at the Council (681-89 Snelling). namese and Korean businesses on Crime and Justice, he started With the artists on board, in the neighborhood, and leave to wonder what kind of project Oppenheimer began the pro- plenty of time to take a self-guid- could be a catalyst for change— cess of meeting business owners ed walking tour of the four new especially during this time of re- along Snelling Ave. He walked public art works brought to you construction. from door to door over several by Midway Murals—one of the A series of murals seemed months explaining how public winners of this year’s Knight Arts like the most impactful choice. art can be a powerful medium, Challenge Grant. The project set out with three and how it can be used to con- According to Jonathan Op- goals in mind: nect with people on the streets. penheimer, project lead for Mid- —to create an artist-led initiative “Placing these murals in our way Murals, “Snelling Ave. is due that would engage the local com- neighborhood will be a way of for its renaissance.” munity; reclaiming it,” he told people, Lori Greene, a full-time mosaic artist for 17 years, specializes in public and “The intersection of Snelling —to build a bridge across cultur- community art projects. Her bold colors and forms evoke a sense of strength, and University,” Oppenheimer al divisions; and Continued on page 15 power and memory. (Photo by Margie O’Loughlin) Youth outreach is part of standard community policing in St. Paul Never touch a gun; be careful when walking or riding a bike; and respect adults while also being cautious

By JAN WILLMS “We try to have fire trucks For Officer Mark Ross, who and police officers come at the has been with the St. Paul Police end of the school year. We feel Department since 2001, talking it is important for kids to know with school children about his what to do in potential emergen- role as a police officer is second cies, and in summer they have nature to him. more time, hence more potential With his background as a risks,” Simonson said. school resource officer, Ross said Simonson said that what im- he is often asked to go out and pressed her so much about Ross, speak to schools. “I have spent a as well as other policemen and lot of time with kids,” said Ross, policewomen who have come who is also raising his own chil- to the school in the past, is how dren in the Como Park neighbor- they want the kids to see them as hood. real people. This past May, Ross, who is “Officer Ross said he was a medal of valor winner, was in- wearing the uniform for his pre- vited to speak to the Hamline El- sentation, but he goes to his kids’ ementary kindergarten class by games in shorts, and he shops teacher Rhonda Sue Simonson. at Target and he rides the bus or Hamline Elementary is located at uses a regular car. He is known 1599 Englewood. by a badge number at work, but he has a name,” Simonson con- tinued. Ross concurred that one of the things he always talks about with kids is what he does when he is not at work. “We’re just MoMonitnitoror people, part of the community,” he noted. “I have a family, and I’m doing the same thing the 125 First Ave. NW, PO Box 168 kids are doing. I’m going to the Minneapolis MN 55369 rec center or walking around the St. Paul Police Officer Mark Ross, a Como resident, speaks with children in teacher Rhonda Sue Simonson’s kinder- lake. Being a police officer is my garten class at Hamline Elementary. “My prime objective is to get the kids to understand that most of what we do is 651-645-7045 job, but we’re just like everybody helping people,” Ross said. else.” Publishers: Explaining his job is a big Ross also talks about safe- know the rules and talk about of what is going on. Instead, the Calvin deRuyter, Tim Nelson part of what Ross does at his ty when walking to school or what went wrong.” majority of people are happy to She said that research has see us; they trust us, and they’re Managing Editor: school presentation. “My prime crossing streets. “I tell them that objective is to get the kids to un- just because you can see a car; proven that five-year-olds have a excited to see us out there. I’m Calvin deRuyter, [email protected] derstand that most of what we do it doesn’t mean the car can see strong sense of right and wrong out there patrolling in Frogtown Advertising: is helping people. We work with- you. Be cautious when crossing and appreciate rules, yet can have every day, and I just don’t feel the Denis Woulfe (651-917-4183); in the community every day, and streets. When you’re riding a empathy. “I think it is very im- kinds of things you think I might [email protected] we help people all day long in all bike, wear your helmet and stay portant that city workers, teach- feel, based on the reporting on Production: kinds of different ways.” in pairs or groups.” ers, police, fire, recreation, and TV.” Through meeting with the Ross said he encourages food service, work together to Sgt. Paul Paulos of the St. Tim Nelson kids, he hopes to build relation- kids to be respectful to adults build the foundation of trust and Paul Police Department agreed. Contributing Writers: ships with them so they know and their elders. “That’s a fine responsibility to others.” “We have a strong Police Athlet- Jane McClure, Jan Willms, they can trust the police and con- line with kids,” he admits. “You Ross said he believes the ic League program for older kids Tesha M. Christensen, Jon Knox, sider them a resource for help. don’t want them to be too trust- school presentations are a great and an Explorer program for kids Kyle Mianulli, Jill Boogren, “Of course, they want to talk ing. Even if they’re not comfort- way to ease tension between the interested in law enforcement. Margie O’Loughlin, Matthew Davis about the equipment,” Ross said. able with a situation, they can re- police and the community, as I think our patrol officers do a Now, communicate with the “We go over that as well and ex- main respectful and go get help. well. good job in just getting out and plain to them what each piece of Or just develop one-liners where “But to be honest,” he talking to the kids,” he said. “It’s Monitor electronically! equipment is for, what it is used they can get themselves out of a added, “what we see in the media common to see them get out of Now it’s easier than ever to keep in touch with for and different ways we use it situation.” lately in terms of the police and a patrol car and throw around a the Monitor. Letters to the editor and news to help them and people in the As an example, Ross said a strained relations, I think most football with some kids, or just releases for publication can be sent via e-mail community.” child can say “No, my mom says police officers in St. Paul, and talk to them. It’s part of working at [email protected]. Be sure to send copy in the body of the e-mail, and please He said kids always want to I can’t. I have to go.” probably throughout the country, with the community, and I think mark whether the copy is a letter, a news ask about the guns. “We try and Ross said he tells kids how would tell you that is not neces- we do a really good job of that.” release for publication, or perhaps just your get that out of the way very early they can help the police, also, by sarily the true narrative in terms thoughts on the last issue. Don’t forget to write! and explain to them that guns doing a good deed or reporting a are dangerous, and they should crime or being a good witness. And check us out on the web at: never touch a gun,” Ross said. “In many ways the police are www.MonitorSaintPaul.com “We try to explain that if they preaching the same rule structure The Monitor is a monthly community were to see a gun, don’t touch our discipline programs aim to publication in the Midway and Como areas it; call an adult or call the police enforce in schools,” Simonson of St. Paul, owned and operated by right away so they can deal with said. “There are not good people deRuyter-Nelson Publications, Inc. All it. Do not touch it or let your and bad people, but sometimes correspondence should be sent to the friends touch it.” a person makes a bad choice and Monitor, 125 First Ave. NW, PO Box 168, Minneapolis, MN 55369. To contact the editor, He said that at the school helpers need to be available to call Calvin at 651-917-4182. To reach the presentation, he doesn’t necessar- keep all safe. It helps when we advertising department, call Denis at 651-917- ily talk about using deadly force. 4183. Our fax number is 651-645-4780. “I explain that the very last thing All rights reserved. The contents of the we want to do is use a gun,” Ross Monitor cannot be reproduced without said. He tries to emphasize to the express written permission of the publisher. class that guns are very danger- Copyright © 2015. ous and should not be handled unless one is an expert or trained.

Page 2 August 2015 • Monitor • www.MonitorSaintPaul.com Questions persist on University SuperTarget liquor store license By JANE MCCLURE er of the distance requirement, surement should be from liquor Once the off-sale license is Target has checked with the Midway SuperTarget’s quest passed in the 1980s and amended store to liquor store. “We’re not approved, Midway Target would Minnesota Department of Pub- to add an off-sale liquor store more than a decade ago. One key seeking a liquor license for the give up its existing 3.2 beer license lic Safety on deliveries, said Hus- may not be resolved until late issue that remains is how to mea- whole store,” she said. Husnik and no longer sell beer and malt nik. State officials told Target that summer or fall. A two-hour leg- sure “distance.” added that the liquor store should beverages in its grocery area. liquor deliveries can be made to islative hearing last month ended Big Top representatives con- be considered a separate opera- One question Big Top repre- the back of the main store, with with technical questions about tend that the distance should be tion. sentatives raised centers on liquor 24 hours to move products to the concept of a store-within-a- measured building to building. In The planned liquor store deliveries. Target officials said the the liquor store. She said that is store, including issues of liquor that case, the Midway SuperTarget would have its own door, own deliveries will be made at the rear similar to what is done with store- delivery and storage. Until those doesn’t meet the minimum dis- cashiers and about a dozen of of the store. Liquor can only be within-a-store arrangements at questions are resolved, a St. Paul tance requirement. its own workers. It would have stored there for up to 24 hours other retailers. But Vang said she City Council decision on the li- Target officials contend the shorter hours than the main store, before it is taken to the liquor wants to talk to state officials cense is pending. proper measurement is from the opening at 10am. City ordinances store. herself and learn more about the Midway SuperTarget is at store door because the liquor require the liquor store to close at Saffron questioned the legali- issue. 1300 University Ave. Target cor- store would be separated from the 8pm Monday through Thursday, ty of having deliveries to the larger The Midway store would be porate officials want to remove main store. Target’s surveyor mea- and 10pm Friday and Saturday. store. Vang said that is the issues Target’s third off-sale liquor store the store’s café and replace it with sured the distance from Big Top to State law requires it be closed on she will research before making a in Minnesota. Existing stores are an off-sale liquor store. The plans the store door at 2,651.98 feet. Sundays. licensing decision. in Otsego and St. Louis Park. have been on the drawing boards But Jeff Fischbach, a project since last year. Union Park Dis- facilitator for the City of St. Paul trict Council (UPDC), which ini- Department of Safety and Inspec- tially recommended approval of tions (DSI), said the surveyor the store’s license, asked for the measured the distance to the west Como Community Council Corner legislative hearing. More than a store doors. The proper measure- dozen people attended the July 17 ment should have been to the east hearing. store doors, where patrons will By District 10 Como Community Council The prospect of another li- enter to access the liquor store. quor store in the area has raised By his measurement, the total dis- concerns about more access to li- tance is 2,795 feet. Como Community Council seeks an Executive Director quor, public intoxication, litter, Ellen Saffron and Nancy negative neighborhood impacts Rosenberg, co-owners of Big Top, and the efforts to change the Mid- and Big Top Attorney Scott Banas The District 10 Como Commu- an Executive Director to complete • Private Dining Boat Ride donat- way area’s image. But much of the said the distance requirements nity Council is currently accept- our day to day operations and ed from Minnesota Wheel Fun hearing centered on technical is- must be met. They contended ing applications for an Executive achieve our community initia- Rentals at Lake Como sues tied to city distance regula- that the measurement needs to Director. The search for qualified tives.” • Gift certificates donated from tions. be from the west building wall candidates began after the Coun- The duties of the Executive Minnesota Wheel Fun Rentals at The district council, Big Top near Hamline Ave. and not by the cil approved the job posting in Director include assisting with the Lake Como Liquors, and area residents have doors. That would mean the dis- late July. The application period Council’s communications, ad- • Fun and healthy family picnic questioned whether the proposed tance requirement isn’t met. closes Aug. 21 and the Council ministrations, finances, and com- basket for Como Park, donated liquor store meets the one-half “The liquor store is not a free- hopes to have the position filled munity development. This is in by Kinderberry Hill Child Devel- mile or 2,640-foot minimum dis- standing building,” said Rosen- in early to mid-September. The addition to helping maintain and opment Center in Roseville tance separation required by city berg. Executive Director is the principle expand the many initiatives and • Gift card from Gabes by the code. The city doesn’t allow waiv- Banas said the distance issue staff position for District 10 and community projects of District Park has come up before in St. Paul, provides support for all of the 10. The most important role of • Gift card from Conny’s Cream- including the 2005 licensing of Council’s activities. the Executive Director is to ensure ery the Wine Thief on St. Clair Ave. “We are looking for an expe- that community members get ac- • Gift card from Subway on Lex- Thomas Liquors, which is on rienced candidate that wishes to curate and up to date information ington Grand Ave., challenged the dis- work with a wide range of com- about local government propos- • Tickets for Mini Golf in Como tance requirement. Banas said at munity members on a variety of als that effect the neighborhoods • Tickets to the Science Museum that time the decision was made issues,” stated Board Chair Ryan within District 10. • Cool t-shirts donated by Como that the measurement should be Flynn. “The Council sets the di- “There is really a lot of things Compost building to building. rection and policies of District 10, that District 10 accomplishes and • Velasquez Coffee & mug donat- Nancy Husnik, senior legal but the Council consists of neigh- responds to throughout the year,” ed from Cathy Velasquez counsel for Target, said the mea- borhood volunteers. So we need indicated Flynn. “The Executive • Massage from the Massage Director is an integral part of en- Maven! suring open communication not • Compost kitchen pails donated only with individual community from District 10 Environmental members, but also with our elect- Committee & Como Composts ed officials, business partners, and • Joe Mauer Bobblehead from the other District Councils.” Minnesota Twins, donated by a The District 10 Como Com- neighbor munity Council is a non-profit Raffles so far include: organization made up of elected, • Food and drink donated from volunteer residents. Its mission is Cozy’s Pub to “inform, educate, and connect • Gift certificate to Como Dock- the Como Park neighborhood to side increase community pride and • Gift certificates for Como Park confidence.” District 10 is one of Grill seventeen district councils in St • A behind the scene giraffe ad- Paul, ensuring community partic- venture at the Como Zoo, Price- ipation in the city’s planning and less! decision making processes. • A basket of gifts including rides To learn more about the on the beautiful Cafesjian’s Car- open position, you can view the ousel at Como Zoo full job posting at www.min- • Two rounds of golf for four peo- nesotanonprofits.org/job-de- ple & golf carts for each donated tails?id=101427. To apply, you from Como Golf Course can send a cover letter and re- • Guest passes good for this sea- sume to jobs@district10como- son to Como Pool park.org. • Tickets to Steppingstone theatre • Recycle kit donated from Eureka Second annual Ice Cream • Two front row seats to the Chil- Social scheduled Aug. 14 dren’s Theatre production of The Frog Bride in October donated by The Second Annual Ice Cream So- a neighbor cial will be held at the Street Car • Tickets to Penumbra Theatre’s Station on Fri., Aug. 14, 6-8pm. production of Black Nativity, a Last year, the Ice Cream Social legendary Christmas event which was a great success. runs between Dec. 3 and Dec. 20. This year there will be ice • Lynx Basketball tickets to the cream and tasty toppings, kids ac- final home game in September. tivities and games, information The Lynx are currently in first tables and ‘mostly’ Como Park place and will likely be headed themed raffles. for the playoffs, donated by a Many area businesses have neighbor donated generously to the ice cream social including: www.MonitorSaintPaul.com • Monitor • August 2015 Page 3 • Four Como students are 200 school administrators from spending their summer at 3M around the country participat- participating in STEP (Science ing in the National Institute for Training Encouragement Pro- Urban Leaders. Sessions were gram). Celeina Lee, Shara Mafi z, led by national and internation- Ashley Yang, and Mai See Yang ally recognized Harvard staff. are all completing eight weeks Topics included: Cultural Lead- of research and work in various ership for Transforming School 3M labs. AP Biology teacher Organizations; Using Data Ef- Robyn Asher attended the stu- 3M, MCJR05C at SC, E2, AOF, and YCC fectively; Supporting Teachers in dents’ poster sessions, which Instruction; Leading Inclusion; were insightful presentations and many more sessions that of their scientific process and were pertinent to developing discovery. Asher completed six leadership skills to effectively weeks of research with 3M staff lead an urban school with 21st as part of the TWIST program century learners. (Teachers Working in Science and Technology). • Following the Harvard Insti- tute, Principal Neal represented • Seven MCJROTC cadets trav- Como at the Youth Career Con- eled to South Carolina to par- nect (YCC) Grantee Conference ticipate in a regional STEM (Sci- in Washington DC, July 15- ence, Technology, Engineering, 16. The conference was spon- Math) camp at The Citadel, sored by the U.S. Department with an intensive focus on cy- of Labor and was held on Capi- ber-security and robotics. The tol Hill. Como’s Academy of Fi- eight-day course facilitated a nance program is partially sup- greater awareness of emerging ported by funds from the YCC threats to network-computer grant. Neal spent two days look- platforms. Students analyzed ing at the framework of career countermeasures and strategies pathways and its effectiveness to protect against cyber attack in supporting academic achieve- and/or infiltration. Hands-on ment and career and college learning with the construction readiness. One of the keynote and timing of robotics systems speakers was Thomas E. Perez, while working with cadets from the U.S. Secretary of Labor. around the country offered col- laborative leadership experi- • Fall sports teams are hitting ences. Despite the extreme and the fields and courts this week oppressive heat, the cadets also Ecology Credit Camp participants at Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center included two Como students, pic- as official practices begin Aug. conducted outdoor fitness and tured here on a North Shore hike in front of Pigeon Falls as part of their coursework. 17. Fans can check schedules rappelling activities, along with for all Como and St. Paul City a visit to historic Charleston Center on Minnesota’s North ER test. The experience at Wolf to site visits and speakers in teams at sports.spps.org. and Fort Sumter. Shore. Maureen Rein and Seven Ridge included doing projects different business professions. Armstrong participated in the both in labs and in the wilder- Succeeding students are placed • The Como all school Open • Two Como E2 environmen- Ecology Credit Camp, through ness. Many aspects of the pro- in an internship during their se- House is Thur., Sept. 3 from tal students were selected to which students earn high school gram are like an AP Environ- nior year and receive 16 college 5-7pm. All incoming 9th grad- spend four weeks at the Wolf credit, and college credit upon mental Science class in the wild. credits from St. Paul College. If ers and families are invited to Ridge Environmental Learning completion of the ACCUPLAC- E2 is a vertical academic pro- you would like more informa- meet Como staff, get class in- gram between Murray Middle tion, please email AOF Coordi- formation, and see Como’s fa- School and Como that begins in nator Kris Somerville at kristine. cilities and opportunities. Re- an 8th grade Earth Science elec- [email protected]. turning students and families tive. are also invited to get oriented • Principal Theresa Neal attend- for the new school year and re- • Como Academy of Finance ed a week-long training in July connect with Como staff and (AOF) teachers attended the at Harvard’s Graduate School families. National Academy Founda- of Education. Neal was one of tion (NAF) annual conference in Anaheim, California from July 20-22. Learning focused on NAF’s new brand, Be Future Ready and becoming equipped with tools to make Como’s AOF program even stronger. The upcoming school year will in- clude cohorts of 90 freshmen, 60 sophomores, and 60 juniors. The AOF at Como is a small learning community within the larger school where students focus on key components of the Como Academy of Finance teachers Jamie Crandall, Kirstyn Ouverson, business world and are exposed Steve Powers and Kris Somerville attended the National Academy Founda- tion annual conference with Hannah Chan (Youth Career Connect Program Manager for St. Paul Public Schools) and Como Principal Theresa Neal.

Page 4 August 2015 • Monitor • www.MonitorSaintPaul.com Midway Arts Festival Renee Spillum feels happened when her stolen jewelry box Sat., Aug. 29, 12pm-6pm containing a sentimental wed- Hamline Park ding necklace serendipitously Four stunning murals have News from District 11 made its way back to her this already begun to take shape week. on Snelling Ave. as part of By KYLE MIANULLI, HMC COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR The jewelry box and the Midway Murals project. necklace were taken from Come celebrate their comple- her house during a burglary tion at the Midway Art Festival Arts Festival, Art Crawl, and strolling through the neighborhood in late July, which also led brought to you by Midway Mu- to the escape of her pet cat. rals and Little Africa, Sat., Aug. The box and necklace were 29, 12-6pm, at Hamline Park ebrate this integral neighbor- custom-made for Spillum as (corner of Snelling and Thom- hood route. To celebrate the a wedding gift by a local art- as). Enjoy live and interactive Art Crawl locations: improvements and to show ap- ist known as Brittany (http:// art projects and be a part of preciation for area residents, www.brittanyjewelry.com). the renewal, rebirth, and reju- MnDOT, in coordination with Thanks to the vigilance of the venation of Snelling Ave.! • Turf Club, 1601 University Ave. (1 block west of area district councils and the Hamline Midway communi- Head over to www.mid- Snelling and University) Friendly Streets Initiative, is ty, of which Spillum is an ac- waymurals.com to learn more • Checkerboard Pizza, 511 Snelling Ave. throwing a party just north of tive member, the cat was first about the project and become the bridge on Thur., Aug. 20 to find it’s way back home via a supporter. The project is ever • Sunshine Beauty Salon, 520 Snelling Ave. from 4:30-7pm. Come join the communications on the neigh- so close, but still needs dona- • Ganale Barbershop, 555 Snelling Ave. fun with local businesses and borhood Facebook page. tions to meet their goal. Please help the Friendly Streets Ini- Recognizing the thieves consider donating as you • African Plaza, 555 Snelling Ave. tiative explore ways to make probably had little use for enjoy and explore all that this • Fluid Ink, 597 Snelling Ave. the bridge even better into the an adoring cat, unlike the exciting project has brought to future through pocket parks, contents of her jewelry box, the neighborhood and appre- • Mosaic on a Stick, 1564 Lafond Ave. (corner of place-making activities, and Spillum sadly accepted the ciate the lasting positive im- Lafond and Snelling) public art. loss of her cherished wedding pacts it will have. necklace. That made it all the • Genesis Barbershop, 634 Snelling Ave. Take a stroll through the Midway Art Crawl on more surprising when she got • Snelling Cafe, 638 Snelling Ave. neighborhood with Hamline a message from her neighbor display through August • Sole Cafe, 684 Snelling Ave. Midway Health Movement across the street saying some- In the lead-up to the unveiling one had found a jewelry box of the four murals on Snelling • Fusion Salon, 712 Snelling Ave. Like to walk? Want to meet and had posted about it on the your neighbors? Are you in- Ave., the Midway Murals team • Ginkgo Coffeehouse, 721 Snelling Ave. neighborhood Facebook page. is organizing an Art Crawl for terested in improving your Only a half-hour be- the Hamline Midway neigh- • Hamline Midway Library, 1558 Minnehaha Ave. (1 functional fitness? The Ham- fore, Kathy Sundberg, owner borhood. The Art Crawl of- block east of Snelling and Minnehaha) line Midway Health Movement of Ginkgo Coffee House and Walking Group meets outside ficially kicked off at the end • Eden Pizza, 629 Aldine St. Hamline Midway resident, had of July with celebrations and Hamline Church United Meth- posted that she found a jew- mural-making parties. But, it’s odist on Monday and Wednes- elry box wrapped in a blanket not too late to lead a self-guid- day mornings at 9am. (Indoor in her back alley. The box was ed tour and check out some play at 14 locations (see side- com for your art crawl map walking during Inclement in rough shape. But, there was of the terrific local business- bar) on and around Snelling and list of all the art-filled weather and high humidity still some jewelry left in it, es that lend to the vibrancy of Ave. Where possible, the art destinations around the neigh- conditions.) Join us, make and she wanted to attempt to our community along Snelling will be sold, with all of the borhood. new friends, track your prog- get it back to its rightful owner Ave. The work of more than 25 proceeds going straight to the ress, and explore the neighbor- in case any of the pieces had artists connected to the neigh- artists. Celebrate Snelling! hood. No need to register— value—sentimental or other- borhood will remain on dis- Visit www.midwaymurals. Thur., Aug. 20, 4:30-7pm just show up. Everyone is wel- wise. Less than one hour later, North of Snelling — I-94 come. Would you rather walk the box and jewelry were back Bridge in the early evening? Call in Spillum’s possession, and to The Snelling Ave. bridge over Kathy at 651-645-1235 to start her surprise and delight, the I-94 is set reopen by Aug. 20. an evening walking group. wedding necklace was still in- The bridge closure has been side. hard on businesses and resi- A Hamline Midway miracle The owner’s reunion with dents in the surrounding area When the community works both the cat and necklace were this summer, but with a new together, we can make our celebrated with sincerity and bridge and overall improved own miracles. That’s what affection for the community Snelling Ave., it’s time to cel- Hamline Midway resident that made it possible in the comments of the Facebook posts. “When a break in happens, it can be easy to think negative things about your neighbor- hood, but my experience was the opposite. I feel safer and more a part of a healthy com- munity in Hamline Midway than ever,” Spillum said.

www.MonitorSaintPaul.com • Monitor • August 2015 Page 5 A soccer stadium in the Midway? Lingering questions about the Bus Barn / Midway Center site leave development open to discussion

By JANE MCCLURE Park District Council (UPDC) “There’s a need to get the Snelling-Midway site. That would Other concerns include The former Metro Transit hosted a community meeting community’s perspective,” said keep consistency with the Snel- making sure that stadium de- Snelling bus barn site and adja- on the proposal Aug. 11 and will UPDC Land Use Committee ling Station Area Plan developed velopment doesn’t compromise cent Midway Center properties continue to gather input. Chairperson Anne White. Other as part of a series of station plans the goal of a walkable site with are in play as a possible Major Union Park is an area of committee members agreed. along Green Line light-rail. public open spaces, and a mix of League Soccer (MLS) stadium Saint Paul between the Missis- They noted that while there is UPDC is also asking that the housing and business develop- site. Mayor Chris Coleman an- sippi River and Lexington Ave., considerable support for soccer city approach redevelopment of ment focused on creating long- nounced in July that he has in- and University and Summit av- and redevelopment, concerns in- the entire superblock as whole term quality jobs. There is also vited MLS officials to meet with enues, including Merriam Park, clude traffic and parking impacts, and to “avoid allowing the excite- concern about tax relief options, him and tour the property. Snelling-Hamline, and Lexing- potential public subsidy, and the ment and urgency of the stadium with worries that residents and The mayor is touting a soc- ton-Hamline neighborhoods. pros and cons of redevelopment project to limit the remarkable businesses not bear financial bur- cer stadium not simply as a way The parcel in question is located that might be more of an enter- opportunity that exists in the dens tied to stadium construc- to lure a team here but also in the UPDC area. tainment district than the mixed- heart of our city,” the letter stat- tion. as a means to jump-start the While there has been much use long envisioned for the site. ed. “The best location for a sta- Another point the district long-awaited redevelopment of speculation and behind-the- On July 24, UPDC passed dium on the site may be the Met council made is that parking and the “superblock.” The super- scenes city discussion of locating a resolution supporting further Council-owned parcel. But, we traffic management are “critical” block is bounded by St. Anthony, a stadium here, UPDC Land Use exploration of the bus barn site know the development would be and that shared parking needs to Snelling and University avenues Committee members and resi- as a possible location for a stadi- stronger if the entire site and its be explored. Stadium planners and Pascal St. dents of the surrounding neigh- um. But the project would have infrastructure were designed as are also encouraged to promote The 10-acre bus barn prop- borhoods said community mem- to allow for, and encourage, tran- a whole, even though the plans transit use to get people to and erty is part of a larger 34.5-acre bers need the chance to discuss sit-oriented, mixed-use devel- would likely be implemented in from the games. site (including Midway Shopping the proposal. opment of the entire 34.5-acre phases over time.” Center) that has long been eyed for various uses, most recently mixed-use transit-oriented de- velopment. An ambitious pro- Taco Bell wants permit to rebuild aging restaurant posal for the superblock stalled last year after a study showed a Planning Commission wants restrictions on restaurant’s drive-through and operations need for up to $31 million in gap financing, looking at the By JANE MCCLURE All fast food restaurants and ditional neighborhood. That re- Barb Schneider, Border site’s market value. Metropolitan Taco Bell wants city approv- all drive-through uses in St. Paul zoning was done as part of long- Foods Vice President, said the Council officials recently said al to rebuild its aging restaurant require conditional use permits range land use planning along permit and variances should be they may pursue bus barn site re- at 565 N Snelling Ave. But the to regulate hours of operation, Green Line light-rail. granted. She said variances are development on their own. conditional use permit, under needed because of the small site Emails between city officials study by the St. Paul Planning and the desire to accommodate and team owner William Mc- Commission for an Aug. 21 vote, parking. She and other restau- Guire indicate that the bus barn could restrict restaurant drive- rant representatives also said property has been eyed for soc- through window and opera- Taco Bell is working with St. cer since 2013. He also recently tions. Conditions are eyed to ad- Paul Police to control behavior. expressed interest in 25 acres of dress what neighbors and some But neighbors said the the Midway Center property for a Planning Commission members restaurant has, over the years, larger development. contend is a longstanding pat- added to its hours of operations McGuire’s partners include tern of nuisance behavior. and become a nuisance. Neigh- United Properties and the Min- The permit request has bors say their current hours till nesota Twins owners, the Pohlad roiled the neighborhood, with 4am and 5am makes it a mag- family. some people liking the restau- net for people after bar clos- In a July 11 media confer- rant’s extended drive-through ing. They described loud noise, ence call, Coleman indicated hours and others describing it as drunken behavior, loitering, lit- that he believes there would be “taco hell.” tering and public urination. a “clear path forward” for a stadi- Hamline Midway Coalition “I can stand in my back yard um within a few weeks. The Min- and neighbors recommended Neighbors say no to the rebuild, but some Commission members think and take orders,” said Thomas nesota United FC was awarded denial of the permit, as did city that will allow Taco Bell to continue operating in a disruptive manner. Ave. resident Bernie Hesse. an MLS franchise in March. After planning staff. But denying the Kristine Vesley said the a July 1 deadline for a stadium permit and not allowing the noise, and distance from other City records show that noise and behavior have got- pact with the City of Minneapolis restaurant owner, Border Foods, uses. Taco Bell needs its new Zapata got a conditional use ten worse, and that hours need fell through, Coleman and the to rebuild is seen by some Plan- permit modified so its drive- permit for the restaurant in to be restricted. She asked that St. Paul Area Chamber of Com- ning Commission members as through can be less than the 60 1973. But the city has no re- the drive-through be closed at merce began advocating for a St. simply allowing the existing feet minimum from an Edmund cords of zoning or building midnight weekdays and 1am on Paul site. restaurant to operate in a dis- Ave. home. The restaurant own- permits being pulled when the weekends. Coleman said he was told ruptive manner. ers also want 20 parking spaces drive-through window was in- “This has become too in- that the window for a soccer sta- The conditions may in- (which is more than required) stalled. So there never was the tense a use to be next to a resi- dium in Minneapolis “is closing clude setting drive-through and to have lower percentages chance for the city to put condi- dential area,” said Mark Vesley. very quickly.” He has denied that hours from 7am until midnight than required for exterior land- tions on the drive-through win- He and others said the drive- a St. Paul bid is a way for MLS to Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and scaping, and window and door dow because it never received a through hours increased with get more leverage with Minneap- Thursday, with 1am closing openings. The Planning Com- conditional use permit. no neighborhood notice. The olis. But Minneapolis and Hen- Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. mission recommended approv- Neighbors Mark and Kris- restaurant staff doesn’t respond nepin County officials say they Other conditions focus on litter al of 18 parking spaces and ap- tine Vesley, who live just west to requests to turn down the are still in the game. An open-air collection, time and location of proved a landscaping variance of Taco Bell, contended last speaker boxes. stadium is proposed there, near deliveries, use of off-duty police but sent the building plans back year that Taco Bell is a noncon- Planning Commission Target Field. or private security from 10pm to the drawing board by reject- forming use in the traditional members originally discussed The project has kicked off a until closing, and other condi- ing the variance to door and neighborhood zoned area. The denying the request but laid varying range of opinions in area tions meant to reduce impacts window openings. city zoning administrator dis- over the issue to allow time for neighbors and elected officials, on neighbors. What is now Taco Bell was agreed but indicated that when staff research. Several commis- ranging from enthusiastic sup- The window is currently built in 1973 as Zapata restau- a new drive-through window sioners said they took seriously port to concerns about tax base open until 4am on weekdays rant. Its zoning at that time was is proposed, a new conditional the six pages of police reports impacts, traffic, spillover parking and 5am weekends. A city staff commercial. The zoning was use permit is required. The Ves- between 2012 and 2015, as well and what kind of redevelopment study showed that the hours are changed over Border Foods’ ob- leys lost a case before the city’s as the videotapes made of late- a stadium would bring. Union some of the longest in the city. jections in 2011, becoming tra- Board of Zoning Appeals. night patron behavior. FIXER-UPPERS! Attn: Rehabbers/ Attn: Property Investors Owners If you rehab with a hammer, phone Fixer-Uppers needed! Call me now or both. 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Page 6 August 2015 • Monitor • www.MonitorSaintPaul.com Workhorse Coffee Bar: New coffee shop promotes art in unexpected places By MARGIE O’LOUGHLIN The storefront at 2399 Uni- versity Ave. has been a coffee shop for more than 20 years: first the Prairie Star, then the Edge and, since May of this year, the Workhorse Coffee Bar. Co-owned by business partners and spouses Ty Barnett and Shannon Forney, the space has been repurposed to suit their vision. “This business,” Forney said, “is our baby.” As all new parents must, More and more people are informally Barnett and Forney have defined “officing” out of coffee shops these their roles and are playing to days. On a Saturday morning, Don- their respective strengths. ald Stephens created illustrations for Barnett, a tinkerer by nature, a graphic novel he was working on— loves the mechanics of making with his coffee nearby. The portraits great coffee. A self-confessed of Masanari Kawahara grace the motorcycle hoarder, she under- walls above him. (Photo by Margie stands engines and moving parts O’Loughlin) both large and small. Her coffee equipment is in tip-top shape artists living and working nearby and, as the proprietor, she’s al- with this project,” Forney said. most always the one behind the “The Smallest Museum in St. bar serving up sublime coffees Paul invites pedestrians to con- and fragrant teas from 6am-6pm, sider art in unexpected places; it Monday through Friday, and promotes a sense of humor and from 7am-5pm Saturday and Shannon Forney holds the keys to the Smallest Museum in St. Paul. She and Ty Barnett were awarded a $5,000 maybe some sidewalk conver- Sunday. Knight Grant to complete the project. Out of 868 proposals for the St. Paul Arts Challenge, only 42 applicants re- sation.” Forney added that the Forney works as the business ceived funding. (Photo by Margie O’Loughlin) project was inspired by Little Free manager while continuing to Libraries, which pepper the Twin hold down a day-job as program hard and to welcome every cus- hang here,” Forney said, “is hy- Godollei with a small exhibit on Cities. Who knows? There might director for the Metropolitan tomer who walks through their per-local.” Painter Eric Pearson is micro printing. even be artists from Minneapolis Regional Arts Council. She’s the door. Forney said, “Nobody up next for exhibit on the walls “We hope to give visibility to vying for a spot there soon. Workhorse logistics specialist and opens a coffee shop to get rich. and lives a block away in the Car- described with pride a loan offi- You do it for the love, and you leton Artist Lofts. cer from the Neighborhood De- hope to earn a living along the Slightly less conspicuous velopment Council who helped way. is the famed Smallest Museum them get started. Like many coffee shops, in St. Paul, located in a vintage “The officer,” Forney said, Workhorse exhibits original art fire hose cabinet—recessed into “valued that we were a wom- that changes every four to six the exterior wall near the entry en-owned, local establishment. weeks. Barnett and Forney de- door. With help from the Knight She also commented that we cided early on not to take a per- Foundation’s St. Paul Arts Chal- had the best-developed business centage of sales, as a way of sup- lenge, Barnett, and Forney were plan she’d ever seen and that she porting the work of community able to transform the 24” X 35” loved our cash-flow projections.” artists. space into a micro-museum gal- Barnett and Forney are a like Currently on exhibit are the lery. They believe that small art a team of work horses. They have gentle, wide-eyed portraits of can make a big impact, and have their individual talents but share neighbor Masanari Kawahara, a lined up an ambitious monthly an enthusiasm for the neighbor- resident of the C & E Lofts across rotation of artists through June hood, a strong desire to work the street. “All of art we choose to 2016. Up next is artist Ruthann

Shannon Forney, business manager, and Ty Barnett, proprietor, are co-own- ers of the Workhorse Coffee Bar at 2399 University Ave. They are breathing new life into the old space, located in the historic Security Building (ca 1910). Their newly renovated coffee bar boasts the only original tin ceiling remaining in the building. (Photo by Margie O’Loughlin)

www.MonitorSaintPaul.com • Monitor • August 2015 Page 7 Article and photos by MARGIE O’LOUGHLIN The Episcopal Homes of Minnesota has been providing shelter and services to seniors for 121 years. Walking past their campus at Fairview and Univer- sity avenues, you’re likely to hear just child an unexpected noise: the laughter t ’s of small children. In addition to no the newly opened pool, fitness p center, restaurant and hair salon, la Episcopal Homes is now offering ’s on-site child care in an innovative t y program called Kinder Village. I The concept behind the program is simple. Its goal is to bring senior residents and young children (from six weeks to five years) together, to build a more inter-generational community. Pam Tufts, Kinder Village di- rector, explained, “Our program is open to families in the neigh- borhood, grandchildren of resi- dents and children of staff.” The philosophy of Episcopal Homes is that bringing elders and young children together will enhance the community for all. The child care center, located at 504 Lynnhurst Ave., is bright and cheerful with windows over- looking Iris Park across the street. Twice a day, weather permitting, the older children take hands and march outside to the Kind- er Village playground with their teachers and a volunteer resident or two. It’s a relationship that bene- fits everyone. Children get extra supervision and play time with caring adults. Seniors get the joy of “being children again them- New Kinder Village at Episcopal Homes selves,” as resident Truus Ingebrit- son said. “I’m 89 years old. I still have a lot of responsibilities but explores inter-generational community when I’m with the kids, I feel like I can just play.” Research has shown that Building and maintaining rela- children. In a society that is so dren to interact with seniors re- life is put at the center of daily children who regularly play with tionships through play is associ- stratified by age, this can only be ceiving more intensive services. life, and daily life is meant to adults show more creativity and ated with better mental and phys- described as a win-win situation.” A wing of Episcopal Homes, resemble a home rather than better problem-solving skills. Ac- ical health, as well as a stronger The playground volunteers called The Gardens, is Minne- an institution. Residents live in cording to the findings of Gener- sense of purpose. and designated grandmas come sota’s first nursing home facility communities of no more than ations United, a non-profit dedi- “We have two residents who from independent or semi-inde- designed around the trail-blaz- ten seniors and two caregivers. cated to promoting inter-genera- come to the child care center one pendent living situations. There ing model of “Green House tional play, “engaging with adults afternoon each week,” Tufts said. are also opportunities for chil- Care.” In this model, quality of Continued on page 9 supports children’s optimal cog- “Neither of them has grandchil- nitive and social development.” dren of their own, but the kids What’s in it for the seniors? here all call them Grandma. They Regular play offers psycho- engage with the children in dif- logical and health benefits to the ferent ways depending on the elder population too, including day, sometimes rocking babies reduced depression and anxiety. to sleep or reading to the older and WARNING DETOUR great AHEAD deals!

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www.MonitorSaintPaul.com • Monitor • August 2015 Page 9 Hamline and Galtier want the neighborhood back in their schools!

Like most parents, Jessica Kopp So, it was surprising to her They’ve talked to neighbor- dedicated teachers and we have Kopp and other parents searched to find the right school and other parents that neigh- hood groups, garnered support high expectations for our stu- say they will continue to boast for her second-grade daughter. borhood schools like Hamline from local businesses and are dents.” about their schools with the Kopp wanted top-notch and its nearby neighbor, Galtier seeking other opportunities to At Hamline Elementary, lo- hope of convincing other fami- teachers, strong curriculum, and Community School, weren’t at keep their schools on the radar cated at 1599 Englewood Ave, lies that both Galtier and Ham- a school that reflected the rich- capacity with waiting lists out of for other parents who are look- the motto is “College Begins in line are the right schools for ness of the community in which the door. ing for exceptional schools. Kindergarten,” and each year their children. she lives. “Since we’ve been here Galtier Community School, about 100 students from Ham- “Our goal is to get our She found everything she we’ve wondered why aren’t other located at 1317 Charles Ave, is line University spend time at the neighborhood back into our was looking for at Hamline El- people here. I’m constantly a campus that was designed for elementary school working with schools,” Kopp said. ementary, a Saint Paul Public amazed by that,” Kopp said. personalized learning. Its class- students. Both schools still have Schools campus that was just To help promote both Ham- rooms are wide-open spaces, “It’s great to have a college openings for kindergarten stu- four blocks from her home. line and Galtier, Kopp and other called learning studios, and en- as your next door neighbor,” dents. For more information “We loved that it was close parents from both schools are courage interaction among stu- said Johnson. “Our collabora- about the schools, or any SPPS to home because we love our collaborating to raise awareness dents and teachers. tion with Hamline University school, contact the Student neighborhood,” said Kopp. “It’s of all the schools have to offer “Many parents have called not only provides tutors and Placement Center at 651-632- where we live; it’s where we play, and to encourage other families our school a “hidden gem,” said mentors, but also a positive 3760 or visit apply.spps.org. and the teachers are awesome to consider their neighborhood Galtier Principal, Shawn Stib- learning experience for all our and skilled educators.” schools. bins. “We have small class sizes, students.”

High school football in Minne- Como has perhaps an even sota kicks off a most unusual of bigger change of scenery than seasons early this year. Central. The Cougars play High- Scheduling conflicts with land Park (Aug. 22) and St. Paul TCF Bank Stadium moved the In The Zone Harding (Aug. 29) the first two Prep Bowl back two weeks thus By MATTHEW DAVIS weeks of the season and then no warranting an Aug. 22 date for other old St. Paul City team after the first high school games. All that. teams, including Como Park and Central and Como Park look to have strong season in new “districts” From week three and be- Central, locally opened their sea- yond, the Cougars have Breck sons with practices on Aug. 10. year. Senior quarterback Sam the old St. Paul City Conference. fall will pose one of the biggest (Sept. 4), Minneapolis Henry Besides an early start, teams Gubbrud had a 1,000-yard sea- Central, which opened with challenges for the Minutemen (Sept. 11), Concordia Acade- play in districts this fall instead son passing in 2014. Jamal Ga- St. Paul Johnson, has a slew of this season. my (Sept. 19), SMB (Sept. 25), of conferences as the Minnesota lato, a senior, has proven to be less-familiar teams on their The Minutemen close out Columbia Heights (Oct. 2) and State High School League decid- a force at linebacker and on of- schedule this fall in the Twin the season with Class 4A power Mound Westonka (Oct. 8). For- ed in 2014. The decision came fense. He had 340 yards rushing City District Maroon Division. St. Croix Lutheran on Oct. 2 at tunately for Como, the Mound about to keep teams from travel- in 2014 and 188 yards receiving. The Minutemen play St. Anthony home and St. Paul Highland Park Westonka game is at home this ing far distances to get non-con- Those numbers could go up with Village on Fri., Aug. 28 at Griffin on the road at 5pm on Oct. 9. season instead of the almost ference games to fill their sched- star running back Garrett Gard- Stadium at 7pm followed by a Central then will take on a for- hour-long trip across the metro. ule. The MSHSL also wanted to ner graduated. trip to Fridley on Fri., Sept. 4 at midable Section 4 Class 5A field Como will compete in a create a better competitive bal- Galato ranked second for the 6pm. for the playoffs, which begin the strong Section 4AAA for the post- ance. most tackles on the team with 83 Afterward, Central has three- week of MEA. Notably, that field season. SCL appears the favorite Also, the start date change in 2014. Jon Gubbrud, the team’s straight games with Minneapolis features strong teams in Mahto- based on their constant success cut down practice time by a week third-leading tackler with 67, schools Southwest (Sept. 11) at medi, Tartan, and Washburn. The in recent years, and Breck has a before the first games, and the also returns this fall home, North (Sept. 18) at home new co-op of Minnehaha Acade- strong offense. Brooklyn Center, MSHSL had its section realign- Como Park will look for and Washburn (Sept. 25) away. my-Blake-St. Paul Academy could Henry, and Minneapolis Roos- ment take effect this fall too. The a less-than-usual season after a North, a section runner-up last also pose a threat. evelt can’t be overlooked either. only thing missing might be Brett 3-7 campaign in 2014, their fifth Favre coming back to Minnesota consecutive losing season. Trevon to coach a high school football Clay, a state hurdling champion, team for all the twists this new remains a key fixture for the Cou- season has. gars’ success at running back. Unbelievable MARKETING OPPORTUNITY Despite the changes, Central With all the schedule chang- looks poised to keep their usual es, nothing looks too unusual for winning ways this fall. The Min- Central’s or Como’s openers as utemen returns significant talent far as opponents go. Both teams from a team that went 7-3 last open with familiar rivals from Music in the Park ends its season at Como Pavilion Saint Paul Parks and Recreation offers a wide variety of mu- sical experiences for all tastes and pleasures. Jazz, folk, blues, concert bands, world, electronic, and pop are just a few genres included feature at Music in the Parks 2015. The following per- formances are scheduled at Como Lakeside Pavilion (1360 N. Lexington Pkwy.):

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Page 10 August 2015 • Monitor • www.MonitorSaintPaul.com unsafe conditions for bicyclists and made the street less safe for public safety vehicles. UPDC is trying to get the funds redirected. Monitor In A Minute The project won City Coun- cil approval in February 2014 Campus boundaries hearing set a building comes down, that replacement with houses that are servation districts and a one-year with design changes to accom- changes the surrounding neigh- out of character with the rest of Anyone wishing to weigh in on moratorium on demolition per- modate vehicle access for Mar- borhood. surrounding neighborhoods. more stringent property use and mits. Conservation districts are a shall Liquor, which is at the Two St. Paul institutions of District councils from Ham- boundary rules for colleges, uni- tool to preserve neighborhoods northwest corner of Marshall and higher education, Hamline Uni- line-Midway, Union Park, and versities and seminaries, can at- without the more complex regu- Wilder. It was postponed in 2014 versity, and Macalester College, other area neighborhoods have tend a public hearing before the lations of a local or national his- due to higher-than-anticipated have purchased several proper- expressed interest in seeing if St. Paul Planning Commission at toric preservation district. bids. ties outside of their boundaries. guidelines could be developed 8:30am, Fri., Aug. 21. The hear- Advocates clamored for the Hamline has caused controversy for their specific areas. In Ham- ing, held in the City Hall base- Marshall median funding median to slow motor vehicles by tearing down houses with lit- line-Midway, teardowns by Ham- ment conference room, centers More than a year after it sparked and aid pedestrians in an area tle or no neighborhood notice. line University have caused con- on recommendations meant to controversy in Merriam Park with much foot traffic. But foes sternation. discourage institutions from buy- neighborhood, the long-awaited said a median will simply shift The new ordinance will take ing properties outside of their Midway Men’s Club Marshall Ave. median project at traffic problems and make con- effect 30 days after its publica- city-approved boundaries and makes donation Wilder St. is moving ahead. On ditions less safe for motorists and tion. The new design standards tearing them down. The recom- a 4-0 vote, July 15 the St. Paul bicyclists, and would give pedes- Midway Men’s Club has donated reduce the maximum height and mendations already face a chal- City Council approved a fund- trians a false sense of security. $19,500 to the St., Paul Depart- footprint of new houses and ac- lenge from Macalester College. ing shift to allow the project to Macalester College later withdrew ment of Parks and Recreation. cessory structures, as well as the Comments made at the go forward. No one appeared $50,000 it allocated to build the The St. Paul City Council accept- size of new additions in the two hearing or submitted in writing at a council public hearing to median at Wilder St., citing ob- ed the donation July 15. neighborhoods. Some regula- will be sent back to the Planning speak about the project. The jections to project changes. That The club has raised money tions, on new multi-family build- Commission’s Neighborhood council action shifts $57,500 money was a match to a $40,000 for youth activities in the Midway ings, will take effect citywide. Planning Committee for review. in Neighborhood Sales Tax Re- STAR grant awarded a few years area since 1960. Its fundraising While the new height and lot The committee will then make a vitalization (STAR) funds to the ago and $40,000 in city funds. efforts include a food stand at coverage limits may discourage recommendation to the full com- project. Council President Russ Last year the project budget the Minnesota State Fair. housing developers from tearing mission. Stark, who shepherded the proj- was $130,000, although that has This year’s donation will down rather than remodeling ex- A commission recommenda- ect through design changes, was risen slightly. Work will be done be split among several groups. isting homes, several local pres- tion then goes to the St. Paul City absent. by the same contractor doing the Hancock Recreation Center will ervation groups believe that more Council for a second public hear- One letter was received July Como-Chatsworth Residential receive $6,000. West Minnehaha needs to be done to preserve the ing, most likely this fall. If the 15 in opposition, from Union Streets Vitality Program project and North Dale recreation cen- historic character of all of St. City Council approves the study Park District Council (UPDC) this construction season. ters will receive $4,000 apiece. Paul’s neighborhoods. In sever- fi ndings, those would be incorpo- member and bicycle advocate The Canvas Teen Arts Center al neighborhoods, measures are rated into city zoning regulations Benita Warns. She said the exist- Monitor In A Minute compiled will receive $1,000, with $1,000 being discussed including con- affecting institutions. apiece also going to Oxford ing medians on Marshall created by Jane McClure The main recommendation Community Center and Scheffer considered by the Planning Com- Recreation Center. Merriam Park mission affects the fate of insti- and Northwest Como recreation tutionally-owned properties out- Protect your teens with vaccinations! centers will each receive $500. side of a campus boundary. The Another $1,500 will be donated proposed zoning code change to adaptive recreation programs, Vax4Teens wants to alert parents to the need for teen vaccinations states that any property where for people with disabilities. the primary structure has been Did you know that younger teens will have a human papillomavi- sports, school, or camp. Even if demolished within the past ten need vaccines, too? As kids get rus (HPV) infection at some time your teen missed these vaccines years shall not be eligible for in- New home guidelines set older, the protection from some in their lives, and some forms of at 11 or 12 years, they can still get clusion in a college, university or The St. Paul City Council’s adop- of their childhood vaccines be- HPV can cause cancer. HPV vac- them at an older age. It’s a good seminary boundary. tion on July 22 of a new ordi- gins to wear off. There are also cines help protect against HPV idea to ask your health care pro- Planning Director Donna nance reducing the maximum new diseases that teens can come infections and the cancers they vider at every visit if there are any Drummond said the proposed height and size of new and re- in contact with at this stage cause. Both boys and girls should vaccines your teen may need. change doesn’t prohibit institu- modeled homes in the Highland of their lives. Keep your teens receive HPV vaccine. Teens need a tions from buying property out- Park and Macalester-Groveland healthy with the Tdap, meningo- series of three HPV shots starting What else should I know side of their approved boundar- neighborhoods is seen by hous- coccal, HPV, and influenza vac- at 11 or 12 years old. about these vaccines? ies. The intent is to have more ing preservation advocates as just cines. —Influenza Vaccine: This vac- discussion of how those proper- the starting point. Citywide, ef- cine protects against influenza These vaccines have all been ties are used in the future. Once forts will continue to discourage Vaccines for teens (flu) and should be given every studied very carefully and are a property is purchased, and the teardown of homes and their fall. The flu can cause health safe and effective. They can cause —Tdap Vaccine: This vaccine mild side effects, like soreness protects against three serious dis- problems such as dehydration or lung infections. or redness at the spot where the eases: tetanus, diphtheria, and shot was given. Occasionally, pertussis (also known as whoop- Shots don’t have to be scary! teens faint after getting shots. It’s ing cough). Your teen should re- a good idea to sit for 15 minutes ceive the Tdap vaccine at 11 or 12 Help your teen be as calm and afterwards. It is very important years old. comfortable as possible when to tell your health care provider —Meningococcal Vaccine getting their vaccines. Have them if your teen has any serious aller- (MCV4): Meningococcal con- bring along their favorite music gies before they receive any shots. jugate vaccine, also called the and headphones; or have them MCV4 vaccine, protects against close their eyes and imagine a fa- How can I get help paying some of the germs that can vorite place or activity. Remind cause meningitis. Meningitis is them that getting shots may sting for these vaccines? a serious disease that can cause a little, but it’s much better than The Vaccines for Children (VFC) swelling around the lining of the getting sick! program provides free or low- brain and spinal cord. It can also cost vaccines for some children cause a life-threatening blood in- When should my child and teens. Talk to your health fection. Your teen needs this vac- be vaccinated? care provider for more informa- cine at 11 or 12 years old. They tion and to fi nd out if you’re el- will need another meningococcal A good time to get these vaccines igible. shot when they are 16 years old. is during a yearly checkup. Your —HPV Vaccine: This shot is can- teen can also get these vaccines Where can I learn more? at a physical exam required for cer prevention! Almost all people Visit www.vax4teens.com for more information on keeping your teen healthy and happy.

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new cleaning supplies, microwave, team of outstanding volunteers The science of Midway Y youngsters mentor handball used TV or radio and summer at CommonBond Communities’ clothing are urgently needed, says Skyline Tower (1247 St Anthony warming discussed the Rev. Justin Byakweli, executive Ave.) with Study Buddies, a 1:1 On Thur., Aug. 20, J. Drake director of CEEDS USA (Center academic mentoring program. Hamilton, science policy direc- for Employment and Education Tutor a student in grades 1-6 and tor for Fresh Energy, will speak Development Services), a group support school investment and at Hamline Church United founded in 2011 to help refu- success by helping with home- Methodist, 1514 Englewood Ave. gees. The group has an offi ce at work and tutoring in literacy and/ Hamilton will discuss current the church. To set up a drop off or math. You’ll be supported science on global warming and appointment call Jehovah’s Care by talented staff while you help actions we can take to address it, Ministry at 651-628-4934, 651- close the achievement gap. It’s including the expanding options 644-7241, 651-230-8957 or 651- fun, sometimes fast-paced, and a for solar energy. The program 239-7581. Donated items can be great way to support student suc- will begin at 6pm in the Fireside left at the church, which is at 1566 cess in St. Paul! Visit http://www. Room, and there will be refresh- Thomas in St. Paul. commonbond.org/volunteer to ments. Child care and children’s register for a new volunteer orien- program will also be available. tation and fi ll out an application Events planned at today! Commit a year; impact a Three young people from the Midway YMCA volunteered young person for a lifetime. Community oven to mentor participants at a Handball Camp in July. Antonio the local library Flores (Hazel Park), Isaac GebbenGreen (Open World Learning August at the Hamline Midway Community), and Joseph Salinas Lallier (Dakota Hills Middle dedicated Aug. 23 Library is all about activities Frogtown Farm School) worked with Coach Mitchell Lallier to demonstrate that bring neighbors of all ages See what’s rising at Hamline techniques and encourage the younger players. together to enjoy stories, music, hiring coordinator Church United Methodist, 1514 This Handball Camp was a part of the University of Minne- and art-making. Frogtown Farm is seeking a high- Englewood Ave. as the congre- sota Summer Youth Sports program focusing this week on the In August, Summer Power ly motivated and dedicated Com- gation dedicates its community fun sport of handball. Most of the participants were brand new picks up where Summer Spark munity Coordinator to support bread oven at 11am on Sun., Aug. to handball, but they caught on quickly with fun exercises and left off, offering a series of fun their community outreach and 23. The dedication is free and friendly competitions. events for kids and their fam- engagement efforts while also open to the public. Refreshments Flores was impressed with the ability of the young partic- ilies on Thursday mornings at providing important operations will be served, and there will be ipants to learn and play handball so quickly. Lallier hopes the 10:30am. On Aug. 13, the series and administrative support. Frog- a chance to try some fresh-from- camp participants will join the program on Saturday afternoons will feature “You and Mr. Ethan’s town Farm is committed to cre- the-oven treats. The oven was built in the fall, running from 1-3pm at the University of Minnesota Boomwhacker Orchestra.” Teach- ating an organization that is led thanks to a grant from White Bear Recreation Center. The program is free to any kids 6-15 years er and musician, Ethan Sutton by and accountable to the Frog- Lake United Methodist Church. old with equipment and coaching provided. will bring fun percussion instru- town neighborhood, in this role Community members are wel- Lallier, GebbenGreen, and Flores were introduced to hand- ments for kids to experiment with the coordinator will be critical to come to join the congregation for ball at the Midway YMCA, playing in both State and National and “conduct” the audience as maintaining this value. They will regular services at 10am. tournaments. All three young men feel that giving back is they add sound effects to read- also join an organization dedicat- important and want to be role models for others. Two of the aloud stories. On Thur., Aug. 20, ed to creating an open, flexible, young adults come from Latino backgrounds with strong ties to picture book author Elizabeth equitable and fun workplace. This Co-Ed Drum Circle community and family, and the third comes from a family where Verdick will read from her Min- is an exciting opportunity to join both parents are ministers. planned Aug. 28 nesota Book Award-nominated at the ground level of a growing There will be a Co-ed Drum Circle Peep Leap, a story about finding organization! on Fri., Aug. 28, 6:30pm at the the courage to take big leaps in Please see the job description at 651-659-9527 for more infor- boulevards, and backyards into a Women’s Drum Center, 2242 life. The event will include a duck- for application instructions go mation. food production system that help University Ave. W. Percussion, ling-themed craft. On Aug. 27, to http://frogtownfarm.org/frog- feed the neighborhoods and con- rhythm and freedom of expres- Greg Renstrom of the River Bank town-farm-hiring-community-co- nect people across cultures. sion will be explored. All levels Players will perform a theatrical ordinator. of experience are welcomed and Local garden reading from The Wind in the encouraged. Cost is $10 at the alliance recognized Anxiety support Willows with musical accompa- door, and they provide drums. niment. Summer Power is spon- NAMI support group Info and registration at www. The Urban Farm and Garden Al- group meets sored by the Hamline Midway meets weekly womensdrumcenter.org. liance was recognized by the Uni- Library Association with the help versity of Minnesota as a “2015 The National Alliance on Mental of donations from generous com- A NAMI Connection peer support Farm Family” at an annual cere- Illness (NAMI) of Minnesota munity members. group for adults recovering from Support group for mony during Farmfest near Red- sponsors free support groups Preschool Storytime happens mental illness meets in St. Paul. wood Falls on Aug. 6. for persons with anxiety disor- every Friday from 10:30-11am, The free group is sponsored by partners & spouses The Urban Farm and Garden ders. The groups help individ- Aug. 14, 21, and 28 and Sept. 4 the National Alliance on Mental Alliance is a collaboration of six uals develop better-coping skills and 10. Storytimes teach num- The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Minnesota. individual community gardens and fi nd strength through shar- ber and letter recognition, social Illness (NAMI) of Minnesota is Trained facilitators who are also in in St. Paul. Member gardens in- ing their experiences. An Open skills, and listening skills and pro- sponsoring a support group spe- recovery lead NAMI Connection clude Aurora St. Anthony Peace Door Anxiety and Panic support vide a great way for children and cifi cally for partners or spouses of groups. The group meets on Sanctuary Garden, Lexington group meets from 6:30-8pm, on their caregivers to bond and build someone who lives with a mental Mondays, at 6:30pm, at Goodwill Commons, Pilgrim’s Communi- the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the great memories together—and illness. The Partners & Spouses Easter Seals, 553 Fairview Ave. N., ty Garden, Morning Star Church month, at Goodwill-Easter Seals, great associations with the library! support group meets on the 2nd Room 123. For more information, Garden, Victoria Community Gar- 553 Fairview Ave. N., in Room Children of all activity levels are and 4th Tuesday of each month at contact Mary at 612-387-6730 or den and the Greenhouse Garden. 123. For information call NAMI at welcome. 6:30pm, at Falcon Heights United call NAMI at 651-645-2948. The group’s mission is to increase 651-645-2948. The library will be closed for Church of Christ, 1795 Holton the effectiveness and number of Labor Day weekend on Sat., Sept. St. (Holton & Garden). For more gardeners involved in community 5-Mon., Sept. 7. information, call Melissa at 651- Zion celebrates and backyard gardens in the area. Jehovah seeks Saints and Sinners Mystery 354-0825. This is done by offering free edu- Book Club meets on Sat., Sept. 125th birthday with cation on sustainable gardening donations 12, 1-3pm, to discuss mysteries. practices, healthy eating, reconcil- September’s title is “The Valley corn feed Aug. 25 La Leche Group Jehovah Lutheran Church con- of the Shadow” by Carola Dunn. iation workshops, training in con- tinues to gather clothing and Zion Lutheran Church at Aldine fl ict resolution and by promoting Contact Geraldine Balter for scheduled Sept. 8 household items for Congolese more information at gerribalter@ and Lafond streets will have a social and environmental justice refugees. The church has helped sweet corn feed and 125th birth- The next meetings of the Como- gmail.com or call 651-224-5570. through cultivating and sharing 76 families with clothing dona- day party on Tues., Aug. 25 from Midway La Leche Group will be of food. tions so far, and more families 5-7pm. The community is invited on Tue., Sept. 8. All expectant The alliance has helped cre- are expected. Congolese refugees to help us celebrate and enjoy and nursing mothers are invited Tutors sought for ate access to healthy food in the have been living in refugee camps some sweet corn and hot dogs to attend with their babies and Summit‐University and Frogtown for as long as ten years, and more and birthday cake! Come and join toddlers to discuss breastfeeding grades 1-6 neighborhoods in St. Paul. Its now are arriving in Minnesota. your neighbors at this fun event. and mothering issues. Call Heidi vision is to transform vacant lots, Donations of bus cards, used or Help students succeed! Join the

Page 12 August 2015 • Monitor • www.MonitorSaintPaul.com asm draw in fans who have never Minnesota South District, these Today the club continues to Concert planned at experienced the joy of folk music. sessions will be offered at no Dancing club notes grow and welcome dancers from Makem & Spain Brothers are Rory charge. CEUs will be available. throughout the Twin Cities and Celtic Junction Makem, Liam Spain, and Mickey The third 10-week class will cover 100th anniversary beyond. Couples still show up Makem & Spain Brothers perform Spain. Free lot and street parking. Amos, Hosea, Micah, and Isaiah Sun., Aug. 16 celebrates the in dressy, though not necessari- Irish folk classics, songs of the Doors open at 7pm. on Thursdays beginning Sept. 10 100th Anniversary season conclu- ly formal attire. The group often worker, songs of the sea and Irish at either 1-3pm or 6:30-8:30pm. sion of the Linden Hills Danc- hosts theme parties, complete culture at the Celtic Junction, 836 Trapp has concentrated his special ing Club. This historic summer with buffet-style meals. Wind- Prior Ave. N., on Tue., Aug. 18, Bible class series studies of the Old Testament in event will take place at the histor- ing up the season with a festive 7:30pm. They capture the essence this area of the Old Testament. ic Como Lakeside Pavilion, 1360 dance party underscores the Lin- of their genre while standing out begins Sept. 10 Classes will be held at Emmaus N. Lexington Pkwy. All dancers of den Hills Dancing Club’s prima- as something unique. A host of Rev. Dr. Thomas Trapp (Pastor Lutheran Church, 1074 Idaho every skill level are welcome to ry theme for the past 100 years various instruments and three Tom) is offering a course called Ave. W. Please register in advance attend a social hour from 5:30- – hospitality and fun. male vocals, using precise three- “Living with God” in two 10-week so they can be prepared for the 6:30pm. Guests will then enjoy Anyone who loves to dance part harmonies blend perfectly sessions per year over the next number of people who will be dancing under the stars from can learn more and make res- for what many have described few years to highlight important attending by contacting Emmaus: 6:30-9:30pm to the popular ball- ervations for this special hun- as a wall of sound. Makem and insights from his 30 years of teach- [email protected], 651-489-9426. room dance music of the Rod dred-year celebration at www.lin- Spain are at their best onstage ing the Scriptures. Co-sponsored Find out more online at www. Cerar band. denhillsdancingclub.org. where their talent and enthusi- by Concordia University and the emmaus-lutheran-church.org. Hamline Midway Investment Co-op Registration for fall classes begins! schedules Community Forum Aug. 20 The Hamline Midway Investment group of 10-15 neighbors, called “We want to form an invest- Co-op will hold a Community together by the Hamline Mid- ment co-op, to buy a commer- Forum on Thurs., Aug. 20, 6:30- way Coalition Board of Directors cial property, that underpins a 8pm in the Hamline Midway in an attempt to facilitate direct sustainable business that serves Library (1558 Minnehaha Ave.), community participation in eco- the community, and provides a basement meeting room. nomic development. With the return to the investors. We want What kind of businesses and support of HMC and its direc- people in the community to en- resources would we like to see tor Michael Jon Olson, the group gage with development—prop- (or see more of) in our neighbor- has been meeting for the past erty, business, and all the less hood? How can we attract busi- year or so to discuss the possi- material elements of communi- nesses into sites and streets that bility of creating a neighborhood ty growth and strength—in ways have seen too little (or too much co-op here in Hamline Midway. that empower them.” short-term) usage over the last This idea has benefited com- They are now at the stage Basketball Registration is Sept. 1-31 at all recreation centers. few years? How can we support munities throughout the coun- where they are ready to incorpo- Remember the first five days are early discount days. You can local businesses in a way that is try. Recently there was discussion rate as a co-op and begin coor- register by going to your recreation site, by calling and using a mutually beneficial, and more on the neighborhood Facebook dinating with the broader com- credit card or go to www.stpaul.gov/parks. sustainable over the long term? page about the NorthEast Invest- munity about what such an in- Registration for fall classes has begun at all recreation cen- How can we as a community af- ment Co-op (NEIC) in Minne- vestment co-op might look like ters. Here is what is happening at North Dale, Northwest Como firm and enhance our neighbor- apolis. The NEIC illustrates the here in the neighborhood. There and Langford Recreation Centers: hood—its look, its culture, its af- power of community engage- remain many larger questions of fordability, its strengths? ment in economic development. where exactly to look to purchase Northwest Como — 1550 Hamline Ave. N., 651-298-5813 A dedicated group of neigh- A building cooperatively owned a building and what businesses bors have been exploring these by this group now houses a might one day set up shop there. —Teen Dance ages 10-13 questions and have more formal- brewery and a bakery near Cen- But HMIC now hopes to further —Archery ages 9-14 ly moved to form the Hamline tral and Lowry avenues. the discussion—and expand —Tae Kwon Do ages 6 & up Midway Investment Co-oper- The local brainstorming the constituency of the steering —Red Cross Babysitting Class ages 11 & up ative (HMIC). The group seeks group in Midway has met ap- group—by asking for all neigh- —Artist Workshop ages 7-13 to expand its membership, and proximately a dozen times and bors to share ideas, thoughts, its sense of how to answer these recently enlisted one of NEIC’s input, feedback, and questions. —The Very Hungry Caterpillar Art Class ages 3-4 complicated questions, by host- founding members to serve as a In addition to the commu- —Funtastic Fridays ages 6-12 ing three community forums. consultant. Calling themselves nity forums, HMIC will work The first will be held from 6:30- the Hamline Midway Invest- through Facebook, email, and North Dale — 1414 St. Albans St. N., 651-558-2329 8 on Aug. 20, in the basement ment Co-op (HMIC), they have other personal communications of the Hamline Midway Library. engaged in preliminary research to engage the whole neighbor- —Adults/Seniors: Laughter Yoga, Pilates, Senior Fitness, Square The objective is rich conversation about how co-ops work, done hood. If you are interested in Dance and Yoga —to get a better read on what a some preliminary investigation learning more, joining in, or just —Tae Kwon Do: all ages good investment might be and to of sites and strategies, and debat- being connected to our email —Ballet/Tap/Creative Movement ages 1-3/2-7 broaden engagement across the ed different visions for moving conversations, please drop Mike —Ballet ages 3-7 neighborhood. Future sessions forward. A preliminary mission Reynolds a note at mreynolds@ will be announced later. statement emerged from the ef- hamline.edu. —Tap/Jazz/Ballet ages 7-13 HMIC began as an interest forts: —Drumming ages 8 - Adult —Growing With Music ages 9m-5yrs. Saint Thomas Academy hosts Sounds of Minnesota competition Langford — 30 Langford Park, 651-298-5765 —Pilates for adults The 2015 Sounds of Minnesota World Championships in their Overall, Sounds of Min- —Badminton for adults drum and bugle corps compe- respective divisions. Preceding nesota will feature more than —Tot Time on Thursdays 9-10:30am tition, hosted by St. Paul’s Min- the competition will be per- 500 musicians and color guard —Halloween Craft ages 2-4 nesota Brass Drum and Bugle formances by Minne-Brass, the members performing music Corps and presented by MB Pro- small-corps ensemble of Min- from all genres and marching —Basketball Warm-up ages 9-14 ductions, will be held on Fri., nesota Brass (and winners of precise drills on the field. The —Take Home Chef Cooking ages 8-14 Aug. 21, at Saint Thomas Acad- DCA’s first mini-corps cham- drum and bugle corps activ- emy in Mendota Heights. The pionship in 1999 and again in ity has been called the “Major show starts at 7pm; gates open 2005) and a special exhibition League” of the pageantry arts. at 6pm. from the Brian Boru Irish Pipe Membership of the units rep- Sounds of Minnesota will Band. resents the best performers from feature top all-age drum corps The host Minnesota Brass dozens of high school and col- from Minnesota and Wisconsin, Drum and Bugle Corps was es- lege marching bands across the as well as other ensembles in ex- tablished in 1947. Since 2008, country. hibition. Each competing unit including the 2011 World Tickets to Sounds of Min- will perform a 15-minute field Championship, the 120-mem- nesota are available at www. show and will be evaluated by a ber unit and has never placed soundsofminnesota.com. Pre- panel of judges. lower than third among up- mium seats are available online Units appearing in compe- wards of 20 competing units. in advance for $10; Standard tition include the Govenaires of The Sounds of Minnesota show seats are $10 at the gate. Kids St. Peter, Minn.; Chops Inc. of will be the final chance to see 6 and under are admitted free. Minneapolis; the Kilties, from Minnesota Brass perform in For more information, call 651- Racine, Wis.; and Minnesota the Twin Cities before the 717-4382. Proceeds from the Brass. Both Minnesota Brass and corps heads to Rochester, N.Y., show help support the Saint the Govenaires won the 2011 to compete in the 2015 DCA Thomas Academy Band Backers. Drum Corps Associates (DCA) World Championships. www.MonitorSaintPaul.com • Monitor • August 2015 Page 13 Arnellia’s on top of projects cording Arts will be able to buy its site and renovate the build- to win STAR funding ing, as a result of up to $8.5 Sixteen of 58 projects submitted Development Roundup million in conduit financing for Neighborhood Sales Tax Re- approved in early July. The St. vitalization (STAR) grants and By JANE MCCLURE Paul City Council, acting as the loans will go forward. Topping Housing and Redevelopment the list citywide is a renovation Authority (HRA) Board, ap- of a University Ave. restaurant Arnellia’s on top of projects to win STAR funding proved the fi nancing. and nightclub. Conduit financing is often The grants and loans won used by charter schools, col- St. Paul City Council approval full competition. leges, and universities and other in July. The slate of projects ap- Many area projects missed nonprofit entities as a way to proved by the council mirrored out on funding, including two fi nance major projects. The city the list of 16 projects recom- at 550 Vandalia Ave. The Paikka acts a conduit or pass-through mended by the Neighborhood events and creative space and for bonds. The practice doesn’t STAR Board. The city had about the St. Paul Neighborhood Net- affect the city fi nancially. $1.7 million to allocate. The work’s new community media The school moved to 1166 pot of money for neighborhood University Ave. in 2013, after projects has grown smaller over being in the West Midway for the years as sales tax proceeds Arnellia’s, 1183 many years. Its sponsor is Pill- were directed to city capital sbury United Communities of projects. University Ave., Minneapolis. Arnellia’s, 1183 University The building the high Ave., received a $40,000 grant received a $40,000 school occupies used to be and a $40,000 loan toward a a health and fitness club. The new patio, sliding windows and grant and a $40,000 high school would purchase interior renovations including the property and would build a relocated bar and kitchen im- loan toward a an approximate 8,000 square provements. Almost $90,000 forts at the former Old Home equipment at North Dale Rec- foot addition for a new gymna- was pledged as a project match. new patio, sliding Dairy building at Western and reation Center (1414 St. Albans sium. The existing space would The other two area projects University avenues, Victoria St.). Midway Murals’ Snelling be renovated to create more winning approval are: $60,000 windows and Theater renovations at 825 Uni- Ave. project wasn’t funded in classrooms, movement studios, in renovations to the Tibetan versity Ave. and the planned the competitive round but was and student spaces. School of- American Foundation of Min- interior renovations Can Can Wonderland mini-golf later awarded $5,000 from the ficials plan to close on the fi- nesota building at 1096 Ray- including a relocated and building renovation at 755 year-round STAR fund. nancing in early September and mond Ave.; and a $10,000 loan N. Prior Ave. start construction in October on and $10,000 grant toward ren- bar and kitchen Three arts and recreation the new addition. The addition ovation of Colossal Cafe, 2351 projects also missed out. Those High school gets a boost would be wrapped by March Como Ave. improvements. include Joy to the People’s new A high school that has been at 2016. The building renovation The 58 projects submit- soccer field at South St. An- different area locations will be would take place in summer ted is the highest number seen thony Park Recreation Center able to buy, renovate and ex- 2016. pand its current University Ave. City staff recommended ap- in some time. Two were with- center there missed the cut. So (890 Cromwell), and funding home. The High School for Re- proval of the project. drawn, so 56 went through the did ongoing redevelopment ef- for replacement of the ice rink Classifieds Want ads must be received by the Monitor by Aug. 31 for the Sept. 10 issue. Call 651 645 7045 for more information. - - Monitor Your classified ad will also be automatically placed on the Monitor's website at www.MonitorSaintPaul.com Monitor Want Ads are $1 per word or long term. Heated and unheated Also furniture hardware. 651-644- Insured. Free estimates. Kevin. 651- with a $10 minimum. 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Page 14 August 2015 • Monitor • www.MonitorSaintPaul.com pendency of the sale.” Como By The Lake Frustrated at the lack of Continued from page 1 transparency, a group of se- niors, including Richardson ing here,” says longtime resi- and Simmons, organized the dent Shirley Williams “Home Como By The Lake Tenant’s is where the heart is, and peo- Association. Homeline, a non- ple’s hearts are here. People profit Minnesota tenant ad- love each other here; it’s like vocacy organization, offered a big family.” All the residents organizational support and re- interviewed seemed to agree— sources for the group. there’s a sense of community In their first action, the and family that goes beyond Tenant’s Association sent a other apartments. packet of letters, information, News of the changes at and personal statements to the Como By The Lake first sur- owners, as well as to local pol- faced this spring. Property iticians and government offi- owners are required, by law, to cials. “The package explained give residents one year’s warn- our position and requested ing before a Section 8 contract that the owners meet with us,” is allowed to expire. At the says Simmons. “We also ex- Como complex, the warning pressed our desire to help as letter came on Apr. 30. For res- much as possible.” But a re- idents of the community, the sponse from the owners never news was a complete shock. came, and most of the materi- “After these letters I noticed al was returned unopened. how quiet it got around here,” For many residents, the noticed Williams. “People be- anxiety was building. Rich- came worried about getting ardson, who is blind and Como By The Lake residents (L to R) Jannet Troutman Simmons, Shirley Williams, Elaine Linehan, and Laurie displaced. Some got so wor- lives with other medical re- ried they became sick.” Richardson discuss the impact the news that Section 8 Housing will have on their community. (Photo by Connor strictions, says the prospect of Klausing) To address concerns finding a new place is over- among the residents, the own- whelming. “I would just sit The seniors have found in terms of having future af- tion is focused locally right ers sent a lawyer to answer there and cry… I cry thinking some allies in local govern- fordable housing options for now, she also has hopes that questions at a community about it now,” she reflects. ment. Amy Brendmoen, the people to live in place as they the struggle in Como can meeting. “But that meeting “Yes we can get an enhanced city councilmember for Ward age.” help others organize nation- didn’t answer any of the ques- voucher, but if a private owner 5, has reached out to the prop- Others, like County Com- wide. “I said, ‘What we need tions we needed to know,” comes in and changes it to erty owners about financing missioner Janice Rettman, to be doing here is to gather says resident Jannet Troutman condos, we have to be out 120 tools available through the hope that the next property our information to come up Simmons. Rather than easing days after Apr. 30, 2016. That’s government that could help owners can see the seniors as with a program that people their minds, the meeting only the longest that enhanced maintain the affordable se- an asset to their communi- in other places in other parts heightened frustrations. “The voucher will keep us here.” nior living. “It was pretty clear ty. “In the best scenario, the of the country can follow.’ attorney just repeated what For others, like resident from their letter that the own- next owner will see the peo- I would love for us to have a was in the papers,” adds long- Elaine Linehan, it’s the unfair- ers were making a business ple there as value added,” says St. Paul plan,” she says with time resident Laurie Richard- ness that hurts. “We’re honest, decision,” she explains, “and Janice hopefully. “They’ve a laugh. Then, more serious- son. When I reached out to the hardworking people who have of course, businesses are enti- added a lot to this communi- ly, she adds, “People can’t fool owners, a lawyer responded, worked all our lives to educate tled to do business.” Still, she ty, and continue to add to this around and wait because there saying, “The owner is not able our children, to pay our bills.” says, “There’s something here community. Really, they’re the are no laws protecting us.” to discuss anything associated She pauses. “Now, in our later that we want to preserve, both biggest commodity.” with the property during the years we’re just stuck.” in term of current tenants and Although Simmons’ atten-

corner of Lafond and Snelling, the middle and in the final stag- way Murals is still seeking to sending a check to the Hamline Midway Murals has been working on her proj- es, it’s always been about bring- raise $8,000 to ensure the artists Midway Coalition, with “Midway Project ect seven days a week since early ing people together.” are paid a fair and living wage. Murals” written in the memo July. Once completed, it will Despite having met the chal- Donations can be made online at line. Continued from page 1 measure 50’ wide by 10’ tall. lenge of the Knight Grant, Mid- www.midwaymurals.com, or by Greene, who draws her artis- “of demonstrating that this place tic inspiration from the African where we live and work is valued and Native American cultures and cared for.” she was born into, has been part- There’s nothing small about nering with Ethiopian business the dream of Midway Murals, owner Hassan Hussein of the and there’s nothing small about Gennale Barber Shop for Mid- their size either. Lori Green, way Murals. Hussein is excited owner of Mosaic on a Stick at the to see the Ethiopian-inspired im- ages Greene has created with her cadre of volunteers that will soon cover the wall on the north side of his business. Hussein explained that his barber shop is named for the Gennale River in Southern Ethi- opia and that, “while many peo- ple think of Ethiopia as a desert, it is a place of great beauty.” He went on to address the complex- ity of his birth-country, saying, “In Ethiopia, everybody speaks Amharic—that’s our national language. But there are as many as 80 other nationalities within Ethiopia, each with their distinc- tive language, culture and tradi- tions.” The other business owners whose walls will be home to Midway Murals are also Ethiopi- an, Eritrean or Oromo. As part of the creation of the Little Africa cultural corridor here, the highly visible murals should help busi- Hassan Hussein’s Gennale Barber ness owners market themselves Shop and the African Plaza at 555 and their neighborhood together, Snelling will receive Lori Greene’s and hopefully serve as a bridge mural of Ethiopian images. He said across cultural differences. of the Midway Murals project, “I Jon Reynolds, project sup- Adrienne Sherman (left), Mosaic on a Stick employee, and Julie Dapper, volunteer, are two of the many pairs of like the idea of taking pieces of bro- port artist, said, “With Midway hands helping Greene’s mural come to life. The ten or so volunteers who have contributed time are all experienced ken glass, and putting them togeth- Murals, everybody has dared to mosaic makers – some putting in as many as 20 hours/week on the project, as it comes down the home stretch. er to make something beautiful.” dream big. In the beginning, in (Photo by Margie O’Loughlin) (Photo by Margie O’Loughlin) www.MonitorSaintPaul.com • Monitor • August 2015 Page 15 Urban Boat Builders’ summer boat launch By MARGIE O’LOUGHLIN Urban Boat Builders, a youth development program that uses boat building as a tool for posi- tive change, held its annual boat launch on July 29 at Lake Como. With 20 years experience, Urban Boat Builders has developed a fleet of light-weight, durable, and beautiful water-crafts which are sold to support their mission and the youth they serve. Urban Boat Builders was established on the premise that wooden boat building by small groups of at-risk teens is an effec- tive tool for youth development. Since 1995, they have built over 200 boats, worked with more than 3,000 youth in sixty differ- ent agencies, juvenile corrections programs and schools—and hosted 100+ apprentices. Photo above: The launch attracted hundreds of supporters and interest- ed passers-by. (Photo by Margie O’Loughlin)

Photo left: Members of the sum- mer work program displayed one of two canoes they built together. (Photo by Margie O’Loughlin)

Photo right: Eleven boats in total were launched July 29 on Lake Como in a stiff breeze. St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman paddled in the stern behind Lily, one of this year’s apprentices. (Photo by Mar- gie O’Loughlin)

Visit the HAMLINE UNIVERSITY BOOTH at the Minnesota State Fair!

AND, DON’T MISS The Eco Experience at the Fair. Hamline’s Center for Global Environmental Education is proud to be part of this unique educational exhibit.

Hamline University designs and coordinates the “Eco Arcade” area of the Eco Experience building. Interactive exhibits give kids of all ages the opportunity to learn more about keeping our water clean.

FROM August 27 to September 7 (Labor Day) AT the Education & Eco Experience buildings

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