Residents Appointed To RCWD Board Of Managers

By Deb Barnes

Newly-appointed managers John Waller and Rick Mastell were sworn in to the Rice Creek Board of Managers at the Board's meeting of January 4.

Anoka County Commissioner Rhonda Sivarajah nominated Mastell as one of two board managers who represent Anoka County.

"We wanted to have a focus on what we can do so the environment is protected," said Sivarajah, "but also . make sure that proper drainage is occurring because, ultimately, it affects economic growth and development in the area. There needs to be a good balance."

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Anoka County Parks And Recreation Taking Camping Reservations

By Deb Barnes

Anoka County Parks and Recreation Department is taking reservations for the 2007 camping season for their two campgrounds, Bunker Hills Campground and Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Campground. Camping opens at both facilities on April 7. Reservations can be made by calling 763-862-4970, Monday through Friday, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

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