Methamphetamine News You Can Use 8/16/2005
Greetings from the Initiative Foundation,
This is to give you a brief update on a number of activities related to our battle against methamphetamine in Minnesota. Please pass this on to others who you think might be interested. To be added to our meth e-group contact kdeter@ifound.org.
Kathy Gaalswyk, President
1. Minnesota ICE (Intervention, Care and Education): A Rural Response to Methamphetamine is the title of our new awareness campaign. Watch for more information!
2. November 1 Conference, St. Cloud Civic Center, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please hold this date for an important statewide conference on this issue! We have a strong line-up of national and state experts who will share the latest research and resources available related to meth. We encourage community leaders, elected officials, employers, educators, parents, family and friends of meth users to join us. The event is co-hosted by the Initiative Foundation and Hazelden Foundation, in partnership with the Minnesota Initiative Foundations and co-sponsored by many other organizations. A full agenda and registration information will be available in early September. To be placed on the conference agenda mailing list, contact info@ifound.org.
3. IQ Magazine Meth Issue The Fall issue of the Initiative Quarterly will be devoted entirely to the topic of methamphetamine, and will include a new resource guide. This special issue will also be inserted in a number of greater Minnesota newspapers and will be available to our sponsors and partners as a resource tool. If you are not already on the mailing list and would like to be added, contact info@ifound.org.
Upcoming Events in Minnesota
· Assessing and Referring the Methamphetamine User – September 8, 2005 at the Best Western Maplewood Inn, St. Paul, MN from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Contact Edens Group at 651-776-2100 or e-mail edensgroup@edensgroup.com.
· Reasonable Suspicion Testing Drug/Alcohol Training & Awareness for Supervisors – September 9, 2005 at the St. Cloud Technical College, St. Cloud, MN from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Contact 320-308-0015, choose option 6 or www.door15.com.
· Rule 25: Assessing and Placing Clients with Chemical Use Problems – September 12-14, 2005 at the Best Western Maplewood Inn, St. Paul, MN from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Contact Edens Group at 651-776-2100 or e-mail edensgroup@edensgroup.com.
· Substance Abuse Prevention Certification Training – September 14, 15, 16, 22 and 23, 2005 at the Shoreview Community Center, Shoreview, MN. Contact Lynne Gosselin at 763-427-5310 to register or for information Kathy Mostrom, 651-582-1850 or e-mail Kathy.Mostrom@state.mn.us.
· Adolescent Methamphetamine Use-- September 22 and 23, 2005 at the Best Western Inn Maplewood, St. Paul, MN. Presented by Edens Group and Anthony Lois Center, Inc. Contact www.edensgroup.com or call 651-776-2100.
· 31st Annual Program Sharing Conference – Alcohol, Tobacco, Other Drug Abuse and Violence Prevention in Minnesota – October 6 and 7, 2005 at the St. Cloud Civic Center, St. Cloud, MN. To register, contact Lynne Gosselin at 763-427-5310 ext. 155 or e-mail lgosselin@miph.org. For more information, contact Linda Ryden at 763-427-5310 ext. 146 or e-mail lryden@miph.org.
· Basic Drug Identification And Methamphetamine In Minnesota – October 11, 2005 at the Hilton, Bloomington, MN from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Contact 866-352-9359 or www.lorman.com.
· The Methamphetamine Phenomenon: A Focus on Children – October 11, 2005 at Thrivent Financial for Lutherans in Minneapolis from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Contact Anne Gilmore at 612-873-2255 or e-mail at anne.gilmore@co.hennepin.mn.us.
· Rule 25: Assessing and Placing Clients with Chemical Use Problems – October 17-19, 2005 at the AmericInn Lodge and Suites, St. Cloud, MN from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Contact Edens Group at 651-776-2100 or e-mail edensgroup@edensgroup.com.
· Assessing and Referring the Methamphetamine User – October 24, 2005 at the Best Western Maplewood Inn, St. Paul, MN from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Contact Edens Group at 651-776-2100 or e-mail edensgroup@edensgroup.com.
· Rule 25: Assessing and Placing Clients with Chemical Use Problems – November 21-23, 2005 at the Best Western Maplewood Inn, St. Paul, MN from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Contact Edens Group at 651-776-2100 or e-mail edensgroup@edensgroup.com.
Recent Reports
National Association of Counties – The Meth Epidemic in America http://www.naco.org/Content/ContentGroups/Publications1/Press_Releases/Documents/NACo-MethSurvey.pdf
Kelly Deter, Program/Communications Intern
Initiative Foundation
405 First St. SE
Little Falls, MN 56345
320-632-9255 phone
320-632-9258 fax
kdeter@ifound.org
COLD SPRING 20/20 VISION TEAM
Steering Committee Meeting
August 9, 2005
Present: Kay Cook, Mark Grelson, Rita Hennen, Betty Johnson, Duane Kuss, Nadine Schnettler, Carrie Tripp, Ken Wendinger
The agenda was approved with consensus.
Ken moved approval of July minutes, Rita seconded, motion carried.
Treasurer report: About $159 was total revenue from bread stand; some expenses are still out. Ken was asked to put treasurer report together so we can establish a plan based on monies we have or will get. We need to keep better track of our expenses additionally because of the new grant. Ken moved we pay Duane for monthly website service and requested he submit a bill monthly and we will pay as we can; Betty seconded; motion carried with Duane abstaining.
Hometown Pride Days Review: We need to compile hours worked, out of pocket expenses, bakery donations, brochure time and printing. The question of value to us arose which was exposure. Carrie reconfirmed that we need to get a major project off the ground to gain exposure. Duane reported that he has initiated DIGILog which is a 5 minute program with video coverage.
Future Focus: Top three - Rain Garden, Lookout Park, Design Standards (rain garden, land use plan, design standards, Lookout Park, trails & paths, website, administration). The general consensus was that we need to get focused and move.
Matching funds campaign: non-profit contacts - Kay reported she had had no luck contacting non-profits. No calls were returned. Scheduling/time lines was discussed. Where do we get funds if the city council won't fund projects approved by the grant? We need to do more public recognition, be prepared for negative questions but don't initiate them. There was discussion on how to get the township involved. Ken suggested sending a letter to the supervisors requesting their valued input. Mark suggested a letter be brought to the supervisors requesting they designate a person to attend meetings. Motion was made and seconded by Kay, motion carried for Mark and Rita to attend and for Mark to initiate a letter with input from Duane.
Committee updates:
Social: Betty Johnson reported they are still having regular meetings. They are working with Ron Stuart who is new to Rural Stearns Faith in Action who has increased motivation. They continue to partner with Assumption Home and are contacting volunteers starting with churches. They are planning an October blitz to get more volunteers. They haven't heard about the grant request and have developed their brochures.
Arts & Culture: Mark reported the band played at Hometown Pride. Their director moved to Delano. The play has interfered with their practices. They are working to get the Hispanic population involved. They are talking about developing an historical society. Rita & Nadine say that grants might be available for that. They are looking at using local talent with the mosaic under new sign near city hall.
Tourism: Rita reported that both brochure racks have been received and they are in the process of getting more participation from local businesses to get brochures. They are in the process of acquiring signage for the Visitor Center.
Grant: Nadine reported that they will be meeting after this meeting.
Natural Resources: Questions were discussed relating to the rain gardens in Lions' park. Total grant-eligible cost estimated to be $750; $500 for project and $250 for hospitality. Needed is a timeline, information from Larry Lahr, consultant funds, need for city and township input, need must be explained. Discussion regarding city involvement to get questions answered sooner; getting on the council agenda monthly.
Design Standards: There was a meeting with city council where land use was discussed but not design standards. Only expense for consultant has been incurred at this time. Ken will have timelines for land us and design standards. He will contact Dave and determine who are members, active members, how many volunteers, financial obligation, need for IF funding.
Carrie said her role is to get us into the implementation mode, give us ideas on where to get funds for projects not appropriate for city funds. We need to develop a document that notes the project, dollars needed, individual donations, organization donations and where we might get the rest.
Misc: Lions meet on the first and third Wednesdays each month. It was suggested a call be made to the president to get on the agenda before we can get to the group.
Respectfully submitted,
Kay Cook
