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2022 Winter IssueNewsletter 03 | Election Results 04 | Winter Parking and Snow Removal 08 | Snowmobile Safety Tips 09 | Emergency Alert 11 | Facility Reservations 12 | Recycling 15 | Crow River Senior Center 16 | Carbon Monoxide Safety 2022 WINTER ISSUE Christmas Tree Collection The City’s Public Works Department will once again have a curbside pickup of Christmas trees after the holiday season: Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023. Trees should be placed out at the curb no later than 7 am. Please remove all tinsel and decorations. Do not use tree bags. The curbside pickup may take several days. If you miss the collection that week, you can bring the tree to the City’s compost site. “What an enjoyable, wonderful life,” says Cornelius Paulson when asked about his recent Honor Flight and life in Albertville, MN What was intended to be a simple follow-up interview by City staff to the September 29 article in the Crow River News (pressnews.com) about Cornelius Paulson’s October 2022 Honor Flight, turned out to be so much more. The original article, “Former Albertville Mayor Looks Ahead to Honor Flight,” published in the Crow River News on Thursday, September 29, 2022, detailed the upcoming journey that Mr. Paulson and other Minnesota veterans would make to the nation’s capital to visit memorials commemorating the heroism of returning vets and so many others. Additionally, the article highlighted many of Cornelius’s lifetime achievements, including family and service to the City he calls home. HONOR FLIGHT TWIN CITIES On the morning of October 10, at about 4 am, Cornelius and his son Dan left Albertville and headed to the airport, where they would join 79 other World War II, Korean, and Vietnam veterans and their guests at the MSP airport to begin their memorable day. Arriving in Washington D.C., Cornelius was delighted to be greeted not only by a welcoming reception of many, but also family members who wanted to share the experience. Over the course of the day, the Honor Flight crew visited some of our nation’s most moving memorials, built to commemorate America’s greatest individuals and the sacrifices of so many. The visit included the Iwo Jima, Woman’s War, Air Force, and Navy memorials. The veterans also observed flag and Taps ceremonies at the WWII, Korean, and Vietnam memorials, as well as the Changing of the Guard and flag ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery. To complete their day in Washington, the group had dinner at the Columbus Club, and then departed Reagan DCA for Minneapolis. Arriving back in Minnesota 17 hours after they left earlier that day, the 80 service men and woman entered Terminal 2 to find a hero’s homecoming awaiting their return with cheering, clapping, waving signs, saluting, and tears of joy with lots of hugs. When asked about the best part of the day, without hesitation Cornelius replied, “The Honor Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The sentinels are so precise and impressive.” Story continued on page 10 2 | ci.Albertville.mn.us © Copyright 2022. City of Albertville and Prime Advertising + Design, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored, or transmitted in any form or by any means without written permission of the publisher. Printed in the United States of America. 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City Meeting Calendar • CITY COUNCIL MEETING Held the first and third Monday of the month, 7 pm • PARKS COMMITTEE MEETING Held the fourth Monday of the month, 7 pm • PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Held the second Tuesday of the month, 7 pm • ARENA BOARD MEETING Held the second Monday of the month, 6 pm Notary Available A notary is available at City Hall Mon.-Thurs., 7 am to 5:30 pm. *Reminder, please do not sign document before coming into City Hall + bring a photo id* For advertising opportunities, call 763.551.3705 or email community@primeadvertising.com. primeadvertising.com CITY HALL 5959 Main Avenue NE, PO Box 9, Albertville, MN 55301 763.497.3384 | Fax: 763.497.3210 | www.ci.albertville.mn.us CITY HALL HOURS Monday - Thursday | 7 am - 5:30 pm Closed daily from 12 - 12:30 pm CITY COUNCIL Mayor Jillian Hendrickson, Aaron Cocking, Bob Zagorski, Walter Hudson, Rob Olson PLANNING COMMISSION Rick Anderson, Paul Buhrmann, John Hayden, Blair Huggins, Stacee Smith PARKS COMMITTEE Leroy Berning, Larry Boller, Tim Guimont, Terrill James, Lauryn White ARENA BOARD MEMBERS Aaron Cocking, Kari Dwinnell, Walter Hudson, Tim Lewis, Larry Sorensen, Keith Wettschreck PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 763.497.3145 | After Hours: 763.496.6809 11822 63rd Street NE, Albertville, MN 55301 SEWER/WATER DEPARTMENT 763.497.3384 x 132 | 11728 63rd Street NE, Albertville, MN 55301 LAW ENFORCEMENT Emergency: 911 | Non-Emergency: 763.682.1162 FIRE DEPARTMENT Emergency: 911 | Non-Emergency: 763.497.3384 x107 11350 57th Street NE, Albertville, MN 55301 STMA ICE ARENA 763.497.6749 | 5898 Lachman Avenue NE, Albertville, MN 55301 FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS FYCC: 763.496.6820 | www.myfycc.com Crow River Senior Center: 763.497.8900 | www.crowriverseniorcenter.com Great River Regional Library: 763.497.1998 | www.griver.org Recycling provided by Republic Services: 952.941.5174 ISD #885 STMA Schools: 763.497.3180 | www.stma.k12.mn.us ISD #728 Elk River Schools: 763.241.3400 | www.isd728.org Post Office: 1.800.275.8777 | www.usps.com Wright County Government Center: 763.682.3900 | co.wright.mn.us FOR ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES of Albertville 6050 LaBeaux Avenue NE, Albertville 763-497-4211 | acehardware.com Stop in today and check out our full selection of Snowblowers Shop ACE of Albertville for all your Winter needs Mon-Fri 8am-8pm Sat 8am-6pm, Sun 9am-6pm Winter 2022 | 3 Albertville Voters Re-elect Incumbents to the City Council The 2022 General Election was held on Tuesday, November 8. There were three seats up for election in 2022. The mayor and two councilmember seats were on the ballot. The winner of each seat with their respective terms to commence in January 2023 are: • Mayor Jillian Hendrickson 2-year term expiring December 31, 2024 • Councilmember Rob Olson 4-year term expiring December 31, 2026 • Councilmember Bob Zagorski 4-year term expiring December 31, 2026 A breakdown of the 2022 election details and statewide results is available on the Secretary of State’s Website sos.state.mn.us. Have a street light out? Please call the City at 763.497.3384 and press option 2 to report a streetlight out in your neighborhood. Please have the location and your contact information available and the City will report the outage to the appropriate power company for repair. Repairs to streetlights are the responsibility of the power company serving your neighborhood - Wright Hennepin Electric or Xcel Energy. Operating Levy Referendum November 8, 2022 | stmareferendum.org ELECTION RESULTS: *Results canvassed by the School Board on November 14, 2022 QUESTION 1: “Shall the increase in the revenue proposed by the board of Independent School District No. 885 be approved?” [$756] Yes: 5,304 [44.7%] No: 6,564 [55.3%] QUESTION 2: “If School District Question 1 is approved, shall the increase in the revenue proposed by the board of Independent School District No. 885 be approved?” [$102] Yes: 5,015 [43.6%] No: 6,490 [56.4%] Learn More Today! 763-498-4594 5101 Kassel Ave NE, Albertville, MN Assisted Living • Independent Living • Memory Care Call for a tour - 763-498-4594 Engel Haus guardianangelsmn.org Senior Living at its Finest in Albertville Park Dental Albertville-St. Michael 11091 Jason Ave NE, Suite 3 Albertville, MN 55301 763-497-2822 | parkdental.com Convenient morning and evening hours Easy online scheduling 4 | ci.Albertville.mn.us Winter Parking and Snow Removal WINTER PARKING RESTRICTIONS Parking restrictions will be in effect from November 1 to April 1. During this period, no parking is allowed on City streets between the hours of 2 am and 6 am regardless of weather conditions. Vehicles should refrain from parking on the street during and after a snowfall until the plows have cleared the street. FIRE HYDRANTS Snow can prove especially challenging when trying to fight fires. In many cases, it makes fire hydrants hard to see or access. Remember, a few minutes of work now can make all the difference later! If there's a fire hydrant near your house, do your part to keep it accessible this winter. • Clear a wide enough perimeter around the hydrant for firefighters to work (about 3 feet). • Clear a path from hydrant to street. MAILBOX REPAIRS The Public Works Department is gearing up for winter and the upcoming plowing season. Now is a good time to check your mailboxes and posts. Check for obvious damage such as cracked boards and posts, missing screws, etc. Also look at ground level to make sure your post is still in good condition and will withstand the weight of snow from the plows. The City will not be responsible for mailboxes knocked over as a result of a weak post. SNOW FORTS Parents should make sure their child’s snow fort is set well back from the street and driveway. It can be dangerous to build snow forts in the mounds of snow left at the ends of driveways from snowplows. SNOW REMOVAL Property owners should shovel, plow, or blow snow onto their property or boulevard adjacent to their property and not in the street. Snow should not be shoveled into any public street. Snow placed in the street can be compacted and turn into hard mounds of ice. It can be dangerous if a plow truck hits these mounds of ice and could result in damage to the plow truck and adjacent property. TRASH CANS/ BASKETBALL HOOPS The Public Works Department asks residents to refrain from putting trash cans, recycling cans, and basketball hoops on the street or sidewalk or in the right of way. Snowplow drivers want to clear the streets for the safety of residents and trash cans/hoops need to be out of the way. Winter 2022 | 5 When the snow melts, it flows into the stormwater system and picks up salt as it travels over sidewalks, driveways, and roads. Salt is incredibly harmful to aquatic species and their habitats. Put these stormwater management habits into practice to help keep our local bodies of water safe. Don’t Be Salty… Be Salt-Wise! Shovel early and often to minimize ice and decrease your need for salt later. Sweep up and dispose of excess salt or sand to keep it out of the stormwater system. More salt doesn’t mean more melting snow. Read the directions carefully and apply the least amount necessary. Mass Times Sat 4:00pm Sun 8:00am, 10:00am Tue-Thu 8:00am Fri 12:00pm1st Sat 8:30am “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you will find rest for yourselves.” Come and See Us! 11400 57th St NE  Albertville 763-497-2474 churchofstalbert.org facebook.com/stalbertmn Confession Times Wed 8:30-9:00amFri 12:30pm-1:00pm Sat 2:30-3:45pm 1st Sat 7:30am-8:15am Our church is open for prayer Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm Fr. Joe Zabinski Church of St. Albert The Catholic Church in the Heart of Albertville Parochial Administrator instagram.com/churchofstalbert Check out our website! 6 | ci.Albertville.mn.us PutaFREEZEon Winter Holiday Fires It’s fun to decorate for the winter holidays, but holiday decorations can increase your risk for a home fire. As you deck the halls this season, be fire smart. More than half of the home decoration fires in December are started by candles. More than 1/3 of home decoration fires are started by candles. The top 3 days for home candle fires are Christmas Day, New Year’s Day and New Year’s Eve. Keep candles at least 12 inches away from anything that burns. Although Christmas tree fires are not common, when they do occur, they are dangerous. On average, 1 of every 52 reported home Christmas tree fires resulted in death. A heat source too close to the Christmas tree causes 1 in every 4 winter fires. Read manufacturer’s instructions for the number of light strands to connect. Make sure your tree is at least 3 feet away from heat sources like fireplaces, radiators, space heaters, candles or heat vents. Also, make sure your tree does not block exits. Get rid of your tree after Christmas or when it is dry. For more information on how to prevent winter fires, visit www.usfa.fema.gov/winter and www.nfpa.org/winter. Winter 2022 | 7 Albertville Primary Visits Albertville Fire Department October 7, 2022 | ap.stma.k12.mn.us Kindergarten students visited the Albertville Fire Department! The amazing firefighters taught the students about fire safety and led them through a tour of their firetrucks. Thank you, Albertville Fire Department!! Understanding Your Needs, Protecting Your Rights BusinessesBusinesses Litigation & Dispute Resolution Business & Corporate Law Real Estate Nonprofit Law Employment Law Individuals & FamiliesIndividuals & Families Estate Planning Probate • Elder Law Family Law • Custody Conservatorships 763.560.5700 | hennsnoxlaw.com 6900 Wedgwood Road, Suite 200 Maple Grove, MN 55311 “Your Total Floor Store Since 1986” 763.441.4181 9310 Parrish Ave NE, Otsego LefebvresCarpet.com MORE MOMENTS ARE MADE ON MOHAWK Carpet | Wood Floors | Laminate | Vinyl Luxury Vinyl Tile | Ceramic Tile | Countertops 10% OFF Carpet Purchase Excluding promotional products, labor and stocked items. Coupon must be presented at the time of the order. ALNLW2022 8 | ci.Albertville.mn.us Foxtailers Snowmobile Club The Foxtailers Snowmobile Club is a nonprofit organization that manages about 40 miles of snowmobile trails in Wright County. The club’s primary missions are to promote responsible snowmobiling and protect the privilege to ride in Albertville, St. Michael, Hanover, and Otsego, but its efforts reach far beyond snowmobile trail maintenance. The Foxtailers host fun events year-round including safety- training classes, a trail opener party, and involvement with Albertville Friendly City Days. The club also makes annual donations to community organizations. The club is looking for new, energetic members to help promote snowmobiling. To get involved, fill out the membership form found on our website and mail it to the address listed on the form or bring it to the next meeting. Make check payable to the Foxtailers Snowmobile Club. Our meetings are currently being held at the Liberty Restaurant and Bar/St. Michael American Legion, 25 Central Ave. E., St. Michael, MN, on the second Monday of the month at 7 pm. Everyone is welcome to attend. foxtailers.com Snowmobile Safety Tips dnr.state.mn.us/snowmobiling/safety.html WATCH THE WEATHER AND CHECK TRAIL CONDITIONS BEFORE RIDING Don’t ride in adverse weather conditions. Plan your trip and check the trails you’ll be riding prior to departure. Check trail conditions and trail maps at dnr.state.mn.us. DON’T DRINK ALCOHOL AND RIDE Alcohol is a factor in over 70 percent of all fatal accidents in Minnesota, as well as many non-deadly snowmobile accidents. Alcohol and drugs have a negative effect on the driver’s vision, balance, coordination, and reaction time. Don’t ride with people who drink and ride! Minnesota is part of a larger coalition of snowmobiling states that support “Zero Alcohol” consumption before or during your ride. NEVER RIDE ALONE Always ride with a friend who is on another snowmobile. This way if one machine is disabled, you have another to get help. DRESS FOR SAFETY & SURVIVAL Always wear a quality DOT helmet and face mask. Wear layers of clothing to keep warm and dry. Snowmobile suits, bibs, jackets, gloves, and mittens should cut the wind, repel water, and keep you ventilated. SLOW DOWN Excessive speed is a major factor in many accidents, especially at night. To help avoid accidents, keep your nighttime speed under 40 MPH. STAY TO THE RIGHT Almost every trail is a “two way” trail. So stay to the far right of the trail, especially on hills and corners. Obey all trail signs and cross roadways with extreme caution. STAY ON THE TRAIL OR STAY HOME Trespassing is a major complaint about snowmobilers and can result in trail closure. Always stay on designated snowmobile trails. Venturing off of trails can result in accidents. Only ride private property when you have landowners’ permission. RIDING ON ICE - LAKES & RIVERS It is safest to avoid riding on lakes and rivers. If you must ride on ice, wear a life jacket over your outer clothing. Stay on the marked trail and stay off of ice that has moving water (current) near or under it. Ice in these areas may be thin and weak. TAKE A SNOWMOBILE SAFETY TRAINING COURSE! Designed to educate the student on basic snowmobile operation, laws and regulations, and safety. dnr.state.mn.us/safety/vehicle/snowmobile/index.html Whether for you, your business, or both, we have the skills to meet your unique accounting and tax needs for year end and tax preparation. Your One-Stop Accounting And Tax Shop Offices in St. Michael and Cloquet, MN Winter 2022 | 9 Wright County Emergency Alert co.wright.mn.us/64/Emergency-Alert HOW TO ACCESS EMERGENCY ALERT INFORMATION Simply click on the “Emergency Alert” icon to the left and read about the emergency and/or road closure situations in the county. What the “Emergency Alert” Color Means GREEN Emergency Alert Light When the “Emergency Alert” light is green, no emergency conditions/road closures exist in the county at this time. Flashing RED or Solid Red Emergency Alert Light When the “Emergency Alert” light is flashing red, or is a solid red, an emergency condition/road closure exists in the county. OUR EMERGENCY ALERTS Will be posted in the following locations on this website: • Emergency Alert Icon • Home Page in the News section • Sign up for Emergency Conditions at co.wright.mn.us/list.aspx?ListID=169 EMERGENCY CONDITION / ROAD CLOSURE E-NOTIFICATIONS E-Notifications will be sent to all subscribers. This is just one more way the county can keep you informed. City Curfew Nightly curfew for minors under the age of 16 is 10 pm until 5 am the following day. Minors under the age of 18 have a nightly curfew from 11 pm until 5 am the following day. Community. Character. Excellence. Kaleidoscope Charter School cultivates community while inspiring students from kindergarten to 12th grade to grow and develop a curiosity in life and learning, leading to well-rounded individuals who achieve personal excellence through our inclusive community, family involvement, and service learning. Kaleidoscope empowers our students to be engaged learners and citizens. ENROLLING NOW! Join Our Team Our staff is a huge part of the reason that we are such a great school. Having the right people on our team is so important to us that one of the objectives identified in our strategic plan is to “hire the best.” We are looking for people who: • Have exceptional character • Enjoy working in a challenging and flexible environment • Are passionate about building relationships with children • Have high levels of energy • Go the extra mile to bring out the best in students KCS may be a good fit for you if you want: • Small class sizes • To tailor instruction for your students • A tight knit community where relationships matter • A school that honors traditions • An environment that embraces involvement from parents Join our team or take a look at our school at kcsmn.org for more information! 7525 Kalland Ave NE, Otsego | 763.428.1890 10 | ci.Albertville.mn.us But more than the day’s events, he could not have been more impressed and complimentary of the Honor Flight Twin Cities organization itself and its coordinators, Jerry and Jana Kyser. “The amount of time and effort these two people put into this organization is incredible,” said Cornelius. “This will be an organization I donate what I can to.” Although he was all smiles when telling of the remarkable day’s events, it was very easy to see his greatest joy was sharing the day with family: the basis and backbone of the 91-year-old’s remarkable life. “Cornie,” as he is known by family and friends, grew up on a farm in Litchville, ND. Wanting an education and to see the world, at the age of 17, Cornie enlisted in the US Navy. “The Navy gave me an education and a starting point in life,” explained Cornelius, who served in the Korean War from 1948 to 1952. Following service to his country, Cornelius married his wife Bertha. This coming January, they will celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary. The couple started their family in Brooklyn Park, MN, and in the late 60s, decided their young family of five boys needed more open space. Cornie and Bertha found an ad in the paper for a new house in Albertville. The house on 55th Street NE would soon be home. In 1968, Albertville’s population sign read 297, and Main Avenue generally had Don’s Auto, Scherber’s general store, and a couple of bars, and was the perfect place for the Paulsons to call home. They soon found themselves very much involved in their community. They actively worked to bring Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts to the community. They helped establish the PTO and the Albertville Royalty program. Cornie proudly boasted about his grandchildren and great-grandchildren who have participated over the years. The Paulsons are also known as a founding family of the Life in Christ Lutheran Church and are credited with assisting to establish the church at its current location. Even though Cornelius traveled extensively for work, family and community were priority. When his employer offered promotion opportunities that required relocation, Cornelius was quick to say, “No, I’m not moving,” a decision that ultimately led to the creation of his own company, C. L. Paulson and Associates, which he and Bertha ran for 41 years. Cornelius’s contributions and involvement to his community also included three terms (nine years) as mayor; however, he only ran for his first term. The second two terms he was elected as a write-in on the ballot. Cornelius credits his fellow councilmembers “for their ability to look to the future and all sharing the common desire to make Albertville a great place to live.” During his years as mayor, agenda items commonly revolved around growth, including many items related to the expansion of the city’s sanitary sewer and water systems, adding curb and pavement to city roads, purchasing land for the expansion of Central Park, and the creation of an industrial park to attract businesses. During his tenure, the City successfully secured the grant funds needed to create the Joint Powers Water Board, the joint system still shared today by the cities of Albertville, St. Michael, and Hanover. After retiring, Bertha and Cornelius moved from Albertville to Sebeka, MN, to spend time with family. They were active in the community and were a founding family of another church. After about 14 years, the Paulsons decided it was time to move back home to Albertville. Today the Paulsons enjoy spending time with family, including five sons, 14 grandkids, and 16 great-grandchildren. Cornelius credits his life’s successes to his wife, Bertha. “If it weren’t for her,” he said, “I wouldn’t have amounted to anything.” When asked to share his best advice after 91 years of knowledge and experience, the Navy veteran, longtime Albertville resident, and former mayor proudly smiled and said, “Listen, and give people a chance.” Special Note: Honor Flight Twin Cities is a nonprofit organization created solely to honor America’s veterans. honorflighttwincities.org Continued from page 1 We Are Ready To Help You Today! 763-497-3099 • www.glalawfirm.com 12725 43rd St. NE, Ste. 201, St. Michael, MN 55376 9298 Central Ave. NE, Ste. 418, Blaine, MN 55434 | 601 Carlson Pkwy., Ste. 1050, Minnetonka, MN 55305 Highly experienced attorneys offering estate planning and elder law services: Wills | Trusts | Probate | Conservatorship Power of Attorney | Guardianship | Healthcare Directives Cornelius credits his fellow councilmembers “for their ability to look to the future and all sharing the common desire to make Albertville a great place to live.” Winter 2022 | 11 Reservations The City of Albertville is pleased to offer several rooms and park facilities for rental. Types for events suitable for City Hall include community group meetings, nonprofit events, workshops, reunions, graduation parties, showers, holiday gatherings, etc. The current locations available are: • Community Room (capacity: up to 150 people) • Multi-Purpose Room (capacity: up to 50 people) • Upper Level Room (capacity: up to 75 people) • West Conference Room (capacity: up to 12 people) • Central Park Shelter • Central Park Ball Field For more information and room rental applications, please visit our website at ci.albertville.mn.us. Contact City Hall to check rental availability at 763.497.3384 x145 or by email ajones@ci.albertville.mn.us. Get real insights that get homes sold. When you’re ready to make your next move, we’re ready to put our insights to work for you. 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We have introduced some new programs this year and we are excited about the season. We are bringing back Dog Sledding with Silent Run Adventures, our Lantern Cross Country Ski, Family Snowshoe, and Moonlit Snowshoe events. In addition, we have added a new snowshoe event for women (Women, Wine, and Winter), and changed up the Sweetheart Snowshoe Event again this year. One of the options for the Sweetheart Snowshoe is a cabin package. This package includes the guided hike, catered dinner, a dessert social, and camper cabin for the night. This package is only available for six couples, so book now to make sure you can get it. There are some weekday offerings for the little ones and for those who are homeschooling as well. One of the biggest changes this year is the operational hours of the Nature Center at Ney Park. This year, we will be open on Saturdays and Sundays starting January 7, 2023 from 10 am - 6 pm. Skis and snowshoes will be available for rent as always for $5 for the day, and this year we will have some additional programming happening on Saturday mornings. You will want to check our Facebook page and calendar for any and all of our events. Winter 2022 | 13 Wright County Health & Human Services 763.382.7400 Phone | 763.682.7701 Fax | 763.682.7400 TTY co.wright.mn.us/217/health-human-services Wright County Health & Human Services supports racial equity and works to eliminate racial disparity by bringing quality services to all of our county’s citizens recognizing we are a diverse and growing community. WONDERING HOW WRIGHT COUNTY HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES CAN HELP YOU? Contact us for more information, get connected with community resources, or get help finding the right application. Tips for Staying Warm and Safe This Winter dps.mn.gov Winter weather is inevitable. Staying warm is good, whether it’s from a furnace, fire in the fireplace, or space heater. But the very things that keep us cozy in the cold can endanger our lives. When the temperature drops, the number of fires typically spikes. In 2020, for example, 421 fires occurred in Minnesota because of heating equipment. Almost half of those (197) were caused by heating units like boilers and furnaces. Next in line, causing 192 fires, were fireplaces and chimneys. Fortunately, wintertime fires are mostly preventable. Have a professional check your furnace annually to make sure everything is working properly. Ditto with the fireplace and chimney. Never leave space heaters unattended or sleep with them on. Plug them directly into the wall; don’t use an extension cord, as they draw a lot of power. And always abide by the three- foot rule: Keep them three feet from furniture, rugs, towels – anything combustible. Don’t use them to dry clothing or towels. Never use your oven as a heat source. Save it for cooking only. If a fire does happen, keep in mind that you likely have about three to four minutes to escape. Modern homes and furnishings go up in flames incredibly quickly. So how can you make sure you have the maximum amount of time possible to get out? A smoke alarm can give you the critical seconds you need to escape safely. But a smoke alarm can only save your life if it works. Test your alarms monthly and replace batteries twice a year. Test your carbon monoxide alarms, too. Fuel-burning appliances can malfunction and pump deadly levels of CO into your home, where the odorless and colorless gas has nowhere to go because all the doors and windows are sealed tight against the cold. So by all means, crank up the thermostat or cozy up by the fire – just make sure you’ve taken the proper precautions so that you and your family are not only warm, but safe, too. 763-684-8300 | stellishealth.com SAME-DAY APPOINTMENTS Right in your neighborhood fmsc.org Feed kids. Feed spirits. Empowercommunities. Join the cause. Fund and pack lifesaving meals today. 14 | ci.Albertville.mn.us FACTS• More than one of every four home Christmas tree fires is caused by electrical problems. • Although Christmas tree fires are not common, when they do occur, they are more likely to be serious. • A heat source too close to the tree causes one in every four of the fires. Christmas TreeSafety As you deck the halls this holiday season, be fire smart. A small fire that spreads to a Christmas tree can grow large very quickly. PICKING THE TREE •Choose a tree with fresh, green needles that do not fall off when touched. PLACING THE TREE •Before placing the tree in the stand, cut 2” from the base of the trunk. •Make sure the tree is at least three feet away from any heat source, like fireplaces, radiators, candles, heat vents, or lights. •Make sure the tree is not blocking an exit. •Add water to the tree stand. Be sure to add water daily. LIGHTING THE TREE •Use lights that have the label of a recognized testing laboratory. Some lights are only for indoor or outdoor use. •Replace any string of lights with worn or broken cords or loose bulb connections. Read manufacturer’s instructions for number of light strands to connect. •Never use lit candles to decorate the tree. •Always turn off Christmas tree lights before leaving home or going to bed. ! ! ! Get rid of the tree after Christmas or when it is dry. Dried-out trees are a fire danger and should not be left in the home or garage, or placed outside against the home. Check with your local community to find a recycling program. Bring outdoor electrical lights inside after the holidays to prevent hazards and make them last longer. Winter 2022 | 15 Stay in Touch with the Crow River Senior Center NEWSLETTER SIGN UP A newsletter published every other month is available that lists activities and events sponsored by the Center. To have your name added to the mailing list, call the Center at 763.497.8900. To sign up to receive the newsletter electronically, visit mnseniorcenter.com. The Crow River Senior Center is located inside St. Michael City Center: 11800 Town Center Drive NE, Suite 200 St. Michael, 55376 Phone: 763.497.8900 crowriverseniorcenter.com Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 4 pm Director: Jenny Teigen jteigen@crowriverseniorcenter.com or information@crowriverseniorcenter.com Y0066_23SPRJ55188_C One-on-one help with your Medicare questions. Christopher Toring Licensed Sales Agent 763-497-4100, TTY 711 Your Future, Your Possibilities Explore program and degree options. Members of Minnesota State ©2022 Anoka Technical College/Anoka-Ramsey Community College, an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator and a member of Minnesota State. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. 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