MAPE Members Stepping Up
State Employees Going Above and Beyond
Thank you to all of our amazing members who went above and beyond during the worst of the pandemic. The state works because we do!
Throughout the pandemic, many MAPE members did not have the option of working from the safety of their home or they would not be able to provide the services that Minnesotans depend on. Here are some of their stories who worked in dangerous situations or incurred additional costs to help Minnesota.
Frontline Worker and COVID-19 Stories
Carrie Klumb, Dept. of Health, Local 902
We’re the voice for healthcare workers on the frontlines
Stephanie Meyer, Dept. of Health, Region 9 Director
We’re trying to draw a circle around each case
Melynda Ankney, DEED, Local 1703
Answering the Call
Sophia Walsh, Dept of Health. Local 2001
Helping businesses serve food safely during the pandemic
Lois Tucke, Deaf and Hard of Hearing services at DOC, Region 13 Director, MAPE steward
Thinking Creatively
Maureen Dunaway, DEED Local 501
Working Hard
Lori Soderholm, MCF-Faribault
Stepping up in a time of need
Maureen Leeds, MN Dept. of Health, Local 902
Working with healthcare workers exposed to COVID-19
Ken Eichman, CARE St. Peter. Dept. of Human Services
"I knew I could help."
Sarah Hagen, DOC - Lino Lakes
Nearly 250 masks later ...
MNIT Services
Real-Time Collaboration
Monica Weber, DNR, Local 101
Protecting Taxpayer Money
Jenna Trisko, Bemidji State University
Grant writing for the greater good
Esther Hollander Felsen, DEED - CareerForce
An ear to listen and a shoulder to lean on
Lonie Goldsberry, MMB, Local 701
Drawing the line
Kirsten Peterson, DEED Meet and Confer Chair, Region 18 Chief Steward
Outreach, Organizing and Advocacy
Ben Nagel, Minnesota State, Winona State University IT
"We have your back."
Lorraine Dame, MNIT, Local 1102
We want to let veterans know we appreciate their service
Jeff Plaman, Minnesota Dept. of Education
Providing Support to Educators
Normandale Community College
Campus Cupboard Remains a Priority
Carol Berg, Dept. of Transportation, Local 801
Ensuring Processes Work and are Continually Improved
Molly Nelson, Dep. of Natural Resources, Parks and Trails, Local 1801
Park and Trails Remain Open
Bishop Marty Shanahan, Center for Changing Lives, Dept. of Corrections
The Pandemics Manifested
David Seipel, Local 901
Meat Inspector, MN Dept. of Agriculture
LeiLani Hauge, Dept. of Health, Direct Care and Treatment, Local 1602
Helping patients return to their communities in a safe and sober manner
