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Retention Heroes: Faribault Staff
Retention Hero stories differ from Shout Outs in that they showcase special things people do that make working at the DOC great. Captain Lisa Connors submitted this on behalf of Stillwater's staff.
By Lisa Connors
MCF-Stillwater would like to give a HUGE message of appreciation and thanks to the staff at MCF-Faribault. On Saturday, April 29, Captain Martin Dahlen and Sergeant Jason Anderson came to the facility to meet with staff in an expression of respect and a "one team" message. MCF-Faribault's Unit 8 provided pizzas for all of the staff on all three watches at the facility. Additionally, Capt. Dahlen and Sgt. Anderson brought a "Thank You" banner signed by their staff with messages of support. It is acts of kindness like these that truly represent the incredible family our Department is. Thank you, MCF-Faribault!
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Faribault Staff Attend Owatonna Job Fair
By Melissa Paquette
MCF-Faribault staff participated in a job fair held at the Four Seasons Arena in Owatonna on April 25th in an effort to recruit potential employees.
Left to Right: CPD Melissa McCann, Sgt. Mathieu Richer, RN Jessica DayPhillips and Lt. Paul Banon -
Faribault's New IMT Members
By Melissa Paquette
Congratulations to Safety Administrator Greg Heldt and Lt. Tony Sunde for being selected to serve on the Agency's Incident Management Team (IMT). The team consists of individuals from a wide variety of disciplines who work in support of planned & unplanned agency activities. Once selected, team members commit to serving a three year term. Congratulations!
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Faribault's Sgt. Troy Hodgkins Retires
By Lt. Ryan Hanson
Sgt. Troy Hodgkins retired on Friday, March 10, 2023 after 23 years of state service at Faribault.
Prior to state service, Sgt. Hodgkins earned a 4-year physical education teaching degree and a 2 year law enforcement degree. He also served in the United States Air Force as a Tactical Aircraft MCF Pilot in an F-16. While at FRB, Sgt. Hodgkins worked a number of different posts primarily on 2nd and 3rd Watch.
Congratulations Sgt. Hodgkins, and enjoy your retirement!
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Faribault's Safety Administrator Heldt Recognized
By Melissa Paquette
Safety Administrator Greg Heldt was recently recognized in the category of "Above and Beyond the Call of Duty." His nomination said:
"While Oak Park Heights has been working to find a replacement for our previous Safety Administrator, Greg Heldt, Faribault's Safety Administrator, offered his assistance in completing several safety related duties despite the distance between the two facilities. Greg goes out of his way to make himself available for questions or help when he is needed. His positive attitude makes him very approachable, which is an admirable quality. Greg is very dedicated to ensuring that everyone in the DOC is working in a safe and secure environment. We appreciate everything you've done for us, Greg. Thank you!"
Safety Manager Wayne Niles, Safety Administrator Greg Heldt & AWA Laura Westphal 
Greg Heldt -
Faribault Canine Officer Receives Rookie Dog Award
By Melissa Paquette
MCF-Faribault's Corrections Canine Officer Ken Parr and his partner Fezzik received the Rookie Dog Award in their very first Narcotics Detection Trial! CCO Parr and K9 certified & took home the award for the highest score for a rookie/rookie handler.
Congratulations!
CCO Parr and K9 Fezzik -
Yellow Ribbon & CARE Club Sponsor Chili/Soup Cook-Off at Faribault
By Melissa Paquette
MCF-Faribault's Yellow Ribbon Committee and CARE Club sponsored a chili/soup cook-off on February 1, 2023. Approximately 20 staff brought their famous recipes and staff could purchase a ticket for $5.00 that would allow them to taste test the chili/soup submissions and also vote for their favorite.
Sgt. Joe Ernste was awarded 1st place, Office Andrew Gengler was awarded 2nd place and Capt. Martin Dahlen was awarded 3rd place & People's Choice! Thanks to all that participated!
Left to Right: Sgt. Ernste, Ofc. Gengler and Capt. Dahlen -
Jacob Bonnerup Promotes to Education Director at Faribault!
By Melissa Paquette
Ed. Director Bonnerup began his career with the DOC in 2018; he previously taught Workplace Human Relations for all Career Tech programs.
Ed. Director Bonnerup began teaching at Brown College in 2003 until he became the General Education Chair in 2014. In 2016 he began teaching courses at Inver Hills Community College. While at Inver Hills Community College, he began teaching higher ed. courses at various DOC facilities, including MCF-FRB.
His first official day as the new Education Director at MCF-FRB was March 1, 2023. Congratulations!
Left to Right - Education Director Nancy Rosman and Education Director Jacob Bonnerup
