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<br />BUCKTHORN,
<br />RHAMNUS FRANGULA
<br />RESTROCTED SOLD
<br />AFTER 2001.
<br />You may be aware that
<br />common buckthorn, Rhamnus
<br />cathartica has become an invasive
<br />problem in our woodlands,
<br />out - competing native vegetation. Its
<br />cousin, smooth or European
<br />buckthorn, Rhamnus frangula has
<br />also become an invasive problem in
<br />some wetland and moist woodlands.
<br />European buckthorn has been
<br />declared a Restricted Noxious Weed
<br />and will not be allowed to be sold or
<br />distributed Minnesota after
<br />December 31, 2000. European
<br />buckthorn, also known as glossy
<br />buckthorn, includes cultivars such as
<br />"tallhedge" and "fernleaf
<br />buckthorn, which have been
<br />common in the nursery and
<br />landscape trade.
<br />Buckthorn will be allowed
<br />to be transported out of Minnesota
<br />for sale elsewhere but the exporter
<br />will need to get a permit to do so.
<br />To obtain a permit, you must submit
<br />a plan outlining steps you will take
<br />to prevent it spread within our state.
<br />For permit, contact: Chuck
<br />Dale, Supervisor, seed and Noxious
<br />Weed Unit, Agronomy and Plant
<br />Protection Division, (651) 296 -6123,
<br />Chuck. Dale @state.mn.us
<br />A YOUTH FIRST THANK You!!
<br />At this very special time of the year, Andover, Anoka and Ramsey Youth
<br />First would like to take a moment to thank the communities for their generous support.
<br />Over the year, we have been able to provide several events for the youth of our
<br />communities. At all the events we are able to give many prizes away. This would not
<br />be possible without the financial held of the cities of Andover, Anoka and Ramsey,
<br />several businesses, service organizations and the countless volunteers.
<br />This year, we kicked off a very positive program, called our Character
<br />Education. This is brought to your community through Franklin Elementary, Ramsey
<br />Elementary, Sandburg Middle School, Anoka High School, St. Stephen's School, local
<br />churches, several businesses and the Anoka Union Newspaper. This is a common
<br />thread that is teaching our children to be responsible, respectful. Socially competent,
<br />compassionate, appreciative of diversity, committed to learning, integrity, constructive
<br />time use, support /cooperation and the values /assets needed to be healthy youth.
<br />Together, we can create a caring community and provide positive tools for youth
<br />everyday to help them to be great kids.
<br />At our December Youth First meeting, we highlighted adults from the
<br />communities that have made a difference in the life of a child. Kids were invited to
<br />write an essay about an adult that has taught them to believe in themselves and become
<br />who they are today. On December 8th, we awarded recognition to:
<br />Jeannine Hellmann, Choir Director at Grace Lutheran Church
<br />John Alhquist, Anoka High School and Ramsey Resident
<br />Gordy Sironen, Ramsey Elementary and past Ramsey resident
<br />Mr. Gallagher, Andover Elementary
<br />Mrs. Johnson, Crooked Lake Elementary
<br />Mrs. White, Andover Elementary
<br />Mrs.Haben, Andover Elementary
<br />Renee Steve Larson, Parents of Katie,
<br />Dan Parker, Bother and coach of Sara Parker
<br />Mrs. Berrini, Andover Elementary and
<br />Mrs. Diane Henning, Andover Elementary
<br />Watch your Anoka Union newspaper as these winners will be featured in
<br />articles throughout the year, corresponding with the monthly character education value
<br />that they demonstrate.
<br />Upcoming dates for Youth First:
<br />January 12, 2001 -Youth First Meeting at SDC -7: 15 am
<br />January 16, 2001- YAB meeting at 6:30pm — SDC Parent and Youth Advisor Boards
<br />February 9, 2001- Youth First Meeting at SDC -7: 15am
<br />March 9, 2001- Youth First Meeting at SDC -7: 15am
<br />March 15, 2001- Prayer Breakfast- Holiday by the City of Ramsey
<br />April 17, 2001- YAB meeting at 6:30pm- SDC Parents and Youth Advisor Boards
<br />April 20, 2001- Youth First Meeting at SDC -7: 15am (Note: 3rd Friday)
<br />May 11, 2001- Youth First Meeting at SDC -7: 15am
<br />June 8, 2001- Youth First Meeting at SDC- 7:15am
<br />*Youth Advisory Boards that are organized at SMS and AHS hold evening
<br />meetings and ask adults to come to hear their issues. This is a meaningful dialogue
<br />and we welcome you to attend.
<br />You are also encourage to come to a morning Youth First meeting to visit with
<br />other community members who share an interest in raising healthy youth. If you'd like
<br />more information on how you can be involved in Youth First, please call 506 -7926.
<br />Remember that we can make a difference one life at a time.
<br />I try to take one day at a time, but sometimes several days attack me at once. — Ashleigh Brilliant
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