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Shout Out: Lieutenants Retzinger, Sunde, and Harrington
Huge Shout Out to Lieutenants Eric Retzinger (SHK), Anthony Sunde (FRB), and Teeshan Harrington (STW) for covering CO Trainee interviews on Friday, October 6, with almost no notice for Lino Lakes after a very challenging week and a significant event on Thursday that needed their devoted attention.
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Sue Hughes Returns to MCF-Faribault as AWO
By Melissa Paquette
AWO Hughes started her corrections career in 1998 as an officer at MCF-FRB. She worked in many positions including Sergeant, WOOC Lt., Case Manager, Program Director and Associate Warden of Administration. In 2019, AWO Hughes transferred to MCF-SHK as a promotion to Associate Warden of Operations.
Prior to her return to FRB at the end of August, she was fortunate to work as the AWO at MCF-RW for approximately 6 months. Working in multiple facilities and varying capacities has been a great opportunity for AWO Hughes.
During her corrections career she has been a member of or participated in a variety of teams/committees to include: SORT, PPCT instructor, CISM, ICS instructor and a variety of continuous improvement initiatives/projects.
AWO Hughes is grateful to be back at FRB and is looking forward to working with everyone!
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Sgt. Mowers Nominated for Employee Recognition
By Melissa Paquette
Congratulations to Sgt. Jesse Mowers for his nomination in the category of "Above & Beyond the Call of Duty". Below is his anonymous nomination submission.
Jesse "The Detective" Mowers possesses and extraordinary ability. He reports for duty and the population deeply declines their deviant behavior. The IP population know they'll be caught tattooing, smoking, cheeking medication, transferring property, fighting, gambling, extorting, destroying property and treating each other badly.
During his detail, Sgt. Mowers provides a predictable, decent environment where IP's can prosper. I really want to show my personal appreciation for his work ethic. Sgt. Mowers provides leadership as a member of the MCF-FRB Sergeant Committee. He provides consistency in operations through proven strategies. He is streamlining regulations for staff and the IP's for a predictable, safe environment.
Sgt. Mowers was also assigned to assist with the MCF-FRB PREA audit. Sgt. Mowers ensured consistency in all areas of the facility. He worked hard to ensure PREA stood out in word and practice. I was taken aback by how quickly and precisely he achieved every assignment given. During his time, he also found IPs smoking, misusing medication and prevented many situations from arising into emergencies.
I am proud to have such an extraordinary person and professional at MCF-FRB. I look forward to the continued success of Jesse "The Detective" Mowers.
(L-R) Capt. Marty Dahlen, Sgt. Jesse Mowers & Lt. Tom Wagner -
MCF-Faribault Recruits at Steele County Fair
By Melissa Paquette
Thank you to the MCF-Faribault staff who assisted with the recruitment booth at the Steele County Fair!
(L-R) Lt. Matt Frantesl, Capt. Melissa Paquette, Capt. Chris Mitchell, Sgt. Joe Ernste & Sgt. Evan McColley 
(L-R) CO2 Austin Dalland & Capt. Marty Dahlen 
(L-R) Sgt. Jesse Mowers, Capt. Arti Cunningham, Capt. Melissa Paquette, CO1 Ethan Muell & Capt. Marty Dahlen 
(L-R) Capt. Melissa Paquette, CO2 Ethan Muell, Records Supv. Tina Bokman, Sgt. Joe Ernste, Records Director Matt Zehoski & Capt. Chris Mitchell -
Faribault CPT3 Sean Sisler Receives Employee Recognition Nomination
By Melissa Paquette
Congratulations to Release Planner Sean Sisler for receiving an Employee Recognition nomination in the category of "Outstanding Individual Performance".
Sean volunteers to help every chance he gets. He is genuine in his enthusiasm and the care he has for his MAT RP position. He is always positive and uplifting. He is an amazing peer support. Sean constantly exhibits a strong work ethic and great follow-through with the clients he works with. He will go out of his way in order to help ensure that the client is getting the best care we can give.
Congratulations Sean!
L to R: Warden Tracy Beltz, Release Planner Sean Sisler, Mental Health Director Melissa Richer -
State Court Administration Staff Visit Faribault
MCF-Faribault hosted a tour for staff from the State Court Administrator's Office on July 19th. Kate Malmon (Senior Project Manager) and Wally Wallestad (Court Services Division Project Owner) visited MCF-FRB as a part of their work with the Bookings Pilot and the oneCourtMN Hearings Initiative.
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Faribault's Nohava Promotes to WOOC OAS-Sr
By Paige Morris
MCF-Faribault is excited to annouce Jenna Nohava has been promoted to WOOC OAS-SR, Physical Plant. Jenna began her career with the DOC in 2020 as an OAS-I in Health Services in Faribault. In 2021, she made a lateral transfer to Willow as an OAS-I for the SUD program. During her time in Willow, she has enjoyed building relationships with staff, as well as being able to assist in the expansion of the SUD program. Jenna is a member of the WAC committee and is BCA background certified. Jenna has a BA from Augsburg college. Jenna begins her WOOC on August 2nd.
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Faribault's Westphal Promotes to WOOC AWO
Please help congratulate Laura Westphal in her promotion to WOOC Associate Warden of Operations. Laura has an extensive history in corrections, joining the rank of Corrections Officer in 1991 at Shakopee Correctional Facility. She rose to the rank of Lieutenant in 2015, at which time she transferred to Faribault Correctional Facility. Laura was hired as a Corrections Program Director in 2017, staying in that position until 2019 when she was promoted to Associate Warden of Administration. Laura has managed several large-scale departments policies including Property, Hobby Craft, Religious Programming. She was instrumental in Department’s Control Tactics/Self Defense, Use of Force, Situational Awareness curricula. She has participated in Faribault Futures Leadership Program and our Department’s Advanced Leadership Development Program. Congratulations Laura!
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Faribault's Tobin Promotes to Executive Assistant
By Melissa Paquette
Please help me welcome Kari Tobin to the position of Executive Assistant! Kari has a notable history of advanced level administrative support experience, including Advancement/Administrative Assistant and Marketing Specialist, Office and Administrative Specialist Intermediate, Senior, and Principal. She has her Associate of Applied Science from the Minnesota School of Business, and Bachelor of Arts from the University of Minnesota. Skillsets include BCA Single Certification, Notary Public, Adobe Creative Suite Application, and Project Management. She has been active in FRB's Safety and Wellness committee and is a mentor for Faribault's mentor program. Welcome Kari!
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Faribault Promotes Paige Morris to Volunteer Services Coordinator
Be Melissa Paquette
Paige Morris began her career with the DOC in 2019 as an OAS-I in Health Services at Faribault. In 2020, she was promoted to OAS-Sr in Health Services where she transferred departments to Physical Plant in 2021. During her time with the DOC, she has enjoyed building positive relationships with staff and contractors and is excited to continue promoting the DOC in her new position as Volunteer Services Coordinator. Paige has an A.A.S. degree from DCTC. Paige's promotion is effective July 5th. Congratulations Paige!
