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Victim Services Coordinator Receives Journey of Hope Award
By Elizabeth Richards
DOC's Victim Services Coordinator Brittany Anderson received the Journey of Hope award from Standpoint in recognition of her work and dedication to provide advocacy and justice for domestic and sexual violence victim/survivors. Celebrating this honor with Brittany were Victim Services & Restorative Justice staff Liz Richards, Tito Campbell, Drea Stephani, Samantha Lueck, Heather Kolling, and Camille Buckley and Mark Blevin with RACN.
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Shout Out: Assistant Commissioner Jami Doeden
By Dana Andresen
Amidst his busy schedule and the situations that have taken even more time in recent past, Jami Doeden took the time and made a huge difference with the mother of an IP. The IP had shipped something to his mother, FedEx left the package in a common area, and she never received the package. Jami spoke with the mom, and then called FedEx on her behalf to file a claim. He then called her back to let her know the next step - which was mom being on her way to receiving a $120 claim check from FedEx. Thank you for taking the time and making a difference!
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Homelessness Numbers of Released IPs Improves
Fewer people released from Minnesota prisons are becoming homeless compared to the year before. Ben Henry of KSTP wrote about the homelessness numbers decreasing in an article dated July 17, 2023. You can read the KSTP article here.
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Introducing New Secondary Education Director Bock
On Wednesday, July 19th, we will be welcoming our new Secondary Education Director, Shauna Bock to the DOC. Shauna Bock is joining us from her most recent position as Director of Student Services with South St. Paul Public Schools. Shauna has worked as a teacher, building administrator and district administrator during her 20 year career in K-12 education. Shauna has a Bachelor's Degree in Social Science with an emphasis on Urban Education from Metro State University, and a Master's Degree in Special Education from the University of St. Thomas. Shauna lives in Mounds View with her husband, Nate and their three kids; Laya who will be a Sophomore, Will who is going into 7th grade and Samantha who will be in 5th grade. Layla, Will, and Sam keep her busy with marching band competitions, baseball games and basketball games, but when she gets some free time Shauna likes to travel, especially trips that help reach the goal of seeing all 30 Major League Baseball stadiums. Shauna is excited to join the DOC and support our mission.
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Shout Out: Kelli Kelemen
By Christen Donley
I'm sending this loud Shout Out to Kelli Kelemen for always being on top of things and providing so much support to all of us in a timely manner. She goes out of her way and I appreciate her!
Thank you Kelli for all you do!
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Shout Out: I&E Unit WOOC Supervisor Jennifer Pfeifer
By Rachel Dotseth
We would like to give a Shout-Out to Jen. She has taken on a new role as a WOOC supervisor for the I&E Unit, and many other numerous tasks.
Jen has always led with respect, ethics, and high integrity. We're very proud to have you as a leader. Thank you for always guiding and helping the adult team out. Your dedication and effort do not go unnoticed.
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Richard Mulcrone Former DOC Deputy Commissioner Obituary
Former Minnesota DOC Deputy Commissioner, Richard Mulcrone, recently passed away. The full obituary is copied below. Livestream recording of the service is available on the McNearney-Schmidt Facebook page.
Richard T. "Dick" Mulcrone, age 89, of Shakopee, MN, entered eternal life on Monday, May 29, 2023, at St. Francis Regional Medical Center in Shakopee.
Dick was born in St. Paul, MN, on May 23, 1934, the son of Emmett and Gertrude (McCauley) Mulcrone. His father and grandfather were fire chief for Saint Paul. He grew up on Stanford and went to Central. He attended St. Thomas.
Dick proudly served in the US Army during the Korean War, stationed at Myrtle Beach SC. He remarked how successful his service was in that Myrtle Beach was never attacked. He met Anne Carlin in St. Paul through friends when he had returned from the Army. They had 65 years together and six children. Of all that he accomplished in his life, he was most proud of his family.
He worked for Saint Paul Police Park Division as a roving gang worker. He loved working with youth and was active in the Catholic Athletic Association. He distinguished himself as a referee and umpire. Dick continued refereeing and umpiring for 25 years for extra money for the family. He was speaking at a Catholic Athletic Association fundraiser when Judge Connolly of Scott County invited him to come and be the first Probation Officer in Scott and Carver counties. That was the beginning of Court Services in both those counties. Dick also was instrumental in the beginning of the Minnesota Association of County Probation Officers and helped to build the fraternity in the industry. Dick was appointed to Chair the first Minnesota Parole Board under then Governor Wendy Anderson in about 1973. In 1978, President Jimmy Carter appointed Dick to the United States Parole Board. There was great excitement over his Senate confirmation and swearing-in outside the Oval Office by his friend Vice President Walter Mondale. He moved the family to Kansas City, Missouri at that time.
When Dick returned to Minnesota, his long time friend at Control Data, Norb Berg hired him to oversee Security and Fleet at Control Data. Dick and Norb's friendship went back many years as Norb was a believer in second chances and rehabilitation and education within the corrections institutions. During Dick's time at Control Data, President Gorbachev decided to visit Minnesota and Control Data. So Dick ended up working with the FBI and KGB on security. Dick returned to the Minnesota DOC as Deputy Commissioner. His area included inspection and certification of all institutions. After his time at DOC, Dick was invited by his friend Gary Shelton to join Midwest Monitoring as a consultant which he did for many years.
Dick always taught that a respectful conversation is the key to resolving differences. Dick was gentlemanly, empathetic, and wise. His deep Catholic faith shaped and guided his life, he volunteered as an usher at Church of St. Mary for many years. Dick's favorite pastimes included golfing, watching baseball and football. He took pride in taking care of his wife and family, and enjoyed Sunday family dinners. Dick was a strong leader and his wise counsel was sought out by many. He cared about people and relationships were very important to him.
Survived by wife, Anne; children, Timothy (Ginger), Dave (Diane), Susie (Kevin), Dean, Vaughn (Bridgette), and Perry (Susie); grandchildren, Troy (Laura), Bryna (Nico), Trent (Marina), Emily (Andre), Maggie (Eric), Sam (Kendra), Kaitlyn, Carter, Trevor (Alex), Ben, Elizabeth, Katie (Josh), Kelly, Elliott, Lourdes; great-grandchildren, Tristan (Katelynn), Marissa (Connor), Ignatius, Marie, Stan, Andrew, Leo, Katie, Njeru, Kwera, Shyah; great-great-grandchildren, Rose and Heather; many nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by his parents, Emmett and Gertrude; brothers, Charles (Anna), Emmett (Dorothy); sister, Rosemary Warner; and daughter-in-law, Heather.
Visitation was held Monday, June 5, from 4-8 PM at McNearney-Schmidt Funeral and Cremation, 1220 3rd Ave. E., Shakopee, 952-445-2755. Visitation also held Tuesday, June 6, from 10-11 AM, at Church of St. Mary, 535 Lewis St. S., Shakopee, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis.
Livestream recording will be available on the McNearney-Schmidt Facebook page.
In lieu of flowers, Dick would prefer donations to any organization that helps young men in need. mcnearneyfuneralhome.com
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Shout Out: Kathy Klecker and Finance Department
By Balinda Bailey
Ensuring that our 4500 plus staff get paid on-time and accurately is no small feat and I want to shout out to the finance team for the extra work they do to help me and my supervisors work through payroll and expense issues.
Recently, Kathy Klecker went out of her way, outside of normal working hours to assist me with an interagency agreement and I want her to know that her work is valued and appreciated.
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Shout Out: Jay Olson
By Balinda Bailey
I join the Health Services unit in recognizing Jay Olson for his consistent willingness to collaborate and share his expertise. He recently provided “Active Threat and Stop the Bleed" trainings that are beneficial to improving the quality of emergency response within health services.
Jay is always so good about praising the people he collaborates with publicly and we want him to know that we appreciate him as well!
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Shout Out: Lori Lofrano
By Christen Donley
Lori Lofrano – thank you for stepping in to support transition coalition! You are greatly appreciated.
