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40ANNUAL TH 19762016

JULY 14, 15, 16 & 17, 2016

MONTICELLO ON THE MISSISSIPPI

RIVERFEST CELEBRATES FOUR DECADES OF COMMUNITY FUN There are several standout Monticello festivals and celebrations throughout the year, but by far the biggest is Riverfest. The annual four-day festival, a celebration of food, drinks, music, the city, its people and much more, is essentially the big Monticello get-together. Monticello’s celebration started as a one-time party in 1976. That inaugural July celebration, with major help from the year-old Monticello Lions Club and the Monticello Chamber of Commerce, wasn’t all that different from the current version. People sat streetside for a parade, chowed down on community-prepared meals and were simply entertained. All of those pieces of today’s Riverfest were born that year. The first celebration was a four-day event, starting July 1 and ending on the Fourth of July. Even though Monticello was much smaller in 1976 than it is today, the community was booming with growth. And the celebration helped bind it together. In between the five and 10-year mark of the big Fourth of July celebration, organizers decided on a change. In 1981 an annual staple was created for the Monticello event. That first year, Kim (Johnson) Lommel was crowned Miss Monticello.

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In 1983 came another major addition to the summer celebration. That’s when the

Monticello Rotary Club, the Lions and Chamber joined forces to honor a Monticelloan as Citizen of the Year. The first honoree was Lynn Smith, former publisher of the Monticello Times, whose accomplishments included starting a local Don’t Smoke Day. Every year since, a community member has been honored as a top citizen, and he or she has presided over the celebration parade as grand marshal. The change from a Fourth of July celebration occurred because organizers desired to get more bands and other entries for the parade. That task was difficult to fulfill because of competition among other Fourth of July celebrations. The idea of having the summer celebration on the weekend following the Fourth of July stuck. And in 1988, the celebration officially was dubbed “Riverfest.” Ten years later, a community-wide committee was formed to organize and oversee operations of the four-day event, and the popular duck drop and race on the Mississippi River was added as a Sunday attraction. Sixteen years later, the 40th rendition of Monticello’s Riverfest figures to be the best one yet. Turn the pages of this commemorative special section to learn more about Riverfest’s past as well See Special Pullo as its present. The staff of the ut Section Centersp Monticello Times hopes you read enjoy the journey. for Schedule – Monticello Times Managing Editor Tim Hennagir

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Opening night features family fun in Pioneer Park Car show, pie-eating contest and pony rides all remain popular attractions BY ANDREA KRINKE MONTICELLO TIMES The 40th anniversary Riverfest events rev up on Thursday, with the opening celebration, headlined by the ever-popular car show at Pioneer Park. Cool Car Cruising and Display begins at 5:30 p.m., along with many other opening celebration events, kicking off a weekend of excitement, enjoyment and community-building. Riverfest Car Show Chair Alex Duran said the show is not limited to collector cars; unique trucks, motorcycles and tractors will also be on display. Show cars are expected to begin pulling into the park around mid-afternoon, allowing plenty of time for drivers to find their spots and get settled. Not all of Thursday’s attractions will arrive on wheels. Other festivities include: candidates for Monticello Royalty

handing out temporary tattoos, a child identification clinic, a canine demonstration by the Wright County Sheriff’s Department, pony rides, a petting zoo, and the Airmaxx Trampoline Launch Pad. Lisa Peterson oversees all the kids’ events for the weekend of Riverfest, and she said her committee works hard to ensure there’s something fun for kids of every age.“The petting zoo is free, and it’s always very popular,� Peterson said. “There is a fee for the pony rides and the Airmaxx Launch Pad, but we know that’s something that’s going to be a big hit for older kids.� There’s something fun and educational for young creators at the Home Depot Kids’ Workshop. The Monticello Home Depot store funds and staffs the free activity as a show of support to the city and its members. Continues on Next Page

The first night of Monticello’s 40th anniversary Riverfest celebration will feature a classic car show in Pioneer Park starting at 5:30 p.m. (Monticello Times File Photo)

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Riverfest party gets started in Pioneer Park on Thursday

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“Obviously, we want to be involved in the community,” said store manager Jenna Montbriand. “Home Depot brings the kits – a limitless amount – so we can offer that for kids out there who don’t always have the opportunity to come to the store for events each month.” At the workshop, kids will have a few different options to build something from pre-assembled kits. Montbriand said the projects generally include a bird house, and possibly something else portable, such as a tool caddy or bookends. “This is one of the ways we give back and keep kids

involved,” Montbriand explained. “It not only gets them off the couch, but it helps teach them to use tools that they will need later in life.” As with all of the Riverfest events, what’s the bottom line? “It’s just fun,” she said. There will be plenty of fun. Beyond cars, games, and building projects, there’s still more entertainment. KRWC Radio will broadcast live its Road Show, which always includes dance music, games and contests, as well as giveaways. Then, there’s the ever-popular pie eating contest. At 6 p.m., contestants from all over Monticello, from Monti-

cello Royalty to a Lions Club member to someone from the schools, will line up to dig in. Marie Jones, of the Monticello Chamber of Commerce & Industry, and her niece, Shannon Concet make all the pies. Jones said they’ve taken the task for several years, and, while the process is not too complicated, it is a lot of fun. “We get the smaller pie tins, and we fill them three-quarters full with either chocolate or vanilla pie filling,” Jones explained. “We try to get to the contestants ahead of time and ask which they prefer, but, otherwise, we just make half of each.”

Jones said they typically need about a dozen pies for the contest, and then there’s the issue of whipped cream. “We buy that spray whipped cream in a can,” said Jones. “The contestants have to answer trivia questions about our city of Monticello, and, if they answer wrong, they get more whipped cream sprayed on their pies!” The event always draws a crowd, and Jones thinks this year will be the largest yet. She laughed, “Everyone loves coming out to watch them sticking their faces in the pie and just sucking it up to see who can be the fastest!”

Beyond pie, there will be a variety of concessions available, including sloppy joe meals, root beer floats, and snow cones. Food sales on Thursday are run by members of Hope Evangelical Free Church. Pioneer Park is located on School Boulevard at Fallon Avenue, on the south side of Monticello. Additional parking is available at Little Mountain Elementary School. For more information on this and all Riverfest events, check out monticelloriverfest.com. Andrea Krinke is a freelance feature writer for the Monticello Times.

LEFT: The pie-eating contest Thursday night in Monticello’s Pioneer Park is a messy yet fun-filled event for participants as well as spectators. RIGHT: Children get an opportuntiy to interact with interesting animals at the free petting zoo. (Monticello Times File Photos)

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Friday events spotlight local talent, fireworks Variety of performers take to MHS stage for Riverfest Talent Show starting at 7:30 p.m. BY ANDREA KRINKE MONTICELLO TIMES Friday’s Riverfest events are all about the spotlight, highlighting everything, and everyone, that shines. This is the evening of the 17th annual Riverfest Talent Show, followed by the “Magic in the Air� fireworks display. Jacque Gordon, of Monticello Community Theater, heads up the talent show committee. She said this year’s show will include a little bit of everything. “We love to present a wide variety of talents—singers, dancers and joyful surprises,� Gordon teased. “This year, we have some performers new to our stage, but they were born to perform,� Gordon said. “Some performers reinvent classics; others give new life to familiar material. Many of those who are returning to the show of-

fer delightful enchantments.� Auditions were held in June, and there are rehearsals for the talent show prior to the main event. Gordon enthused, “The audience will be surprised and thrilled by the performers. At auditions, we learned that classical instruments can be used for so much more than Mozart!� One of the show’s directors, Christie Castillo, encouraged participants with this advice: “Monticello is a great community with caring and supportive residents who love to be entertained,� she said. “If you love what you do, and do it well, the audience will love it, too!� The talent show is held at the Monticello High School auditorium. Admission is $4. Ticket sales begin at 6:30 p.m., with doors opening at 7 p.m. and the show starting at 7:30 p.m. The Friday rundown of entertainment does not end when the talent show curtain drops, however.

Following the talent show, at dusk, the city of Monticello will present “Magic in the Air,� the annual fireworks show. This year, as in the past seven Riverfest celebrations, the fireworks are provided by RES Specialty Pyrotechnics from Belle Plaine. Tom Moores, street superintendent for Monticello Public Works, organizes workers for setup and teardown of the fireworks show. Moores said many helpers work together to make all the Riverfest events successful, but, on Friday night, the main volunteers are members of the fire department. The 20-to-25-minute display costs $8,200 and is funded by liquor store sales. Moores said the fireworks display will consist of an opening barrage, main show body, select patriotic shells, signature pattern shells, and multiple barrage cakes, culminating in a grand finale.

“The show design uses piles stacked and multi-break shells, ranging from 2.5 inches to 6 inches, and is all electronically fired,� Moores explained. If that sounds too technical, Moores said spectators should just focus on the end result. “I guess the biggest joy for me is seeing all the smiles on everyone enjoying all the events,� he said. “This is a great community celebration and I’m glad I get to be part of it.� The fireworks show takes place at Monticello High School on School Boulevard. With ample space, the school parking lot is considered the best site for viewing. The official website, monticelloriverfest.com, includes directions and maps to all the Friday events of Riverfest. Andrea Krinke is a freelance feature writer for the Monticello Times.

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Outdoor activities, artistic action fill Saturday slate West Bridge Park is the home for Riverfest 5K, Ellison Park to host beanbag tourney BY ANDREA KRINKE MONTICELLO TIMES By Saturday, Riverfest is in full swing, and the packed rundown of events will keep everyone running. The morning takes off with a 5K run/walk and kids’ fun run. Dave Wik, an avid runner, has coordinated the 5K race for 23 years. He sees the event as a celebration, with friends and neighbors supporting one another on the road to wellness. “I think this run has become a tradition to many who do it year after year,� Wik said. “It is also a fitness challenge to many to do your hometown race.� The Riverfest 5K Run/Walk begins at 8:30 a.m. at West Bridge Park near downtown Monticello. The route is a certified course, going out along

River Street and looping back to the park. There is online registration of $18 through July 13 at monticelloraces.ticketmob.com/ eventList.cfm, or same-day, onsite registration of $20 starting at 7:15 a.m. The Kids’ Fun Run will begin at 9:15 a.m. at the same location. There will be a shorter and a longer distance for children of different ages and ability levels. No registration is required, and there are no official results, so parents should decide which run is appropriate for each child. The event director said, “Our run/walk has become a celebration to see friends and neighbors and also to support those involved in fitness and wellness. This is evident in participation from two-year-olds in the kids’

runs to 70-plus-year-olds in the 5K.� The competitive spirit continues on, with the Fifth Annual Riverfest Bean Bag Tournament in Ellison Park, along the Mississippi River on the north side of Monticello. Organizer Jason Kisner said the contest has grown each year, and everyone – at any age – is welcome to participate. “I think it has become so popular because the beauty is anybody can do it,� Kisner said. “If you’re eight years old or 80 years old, you can toss these bags and have fun!� Two-person teams (each with one alternate) can register in advance by emailing jason@ auscodesign.com or in person beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday in the park. There is a team cap, so preregistration is recommended. The cost is $30 per

“I think [the Riverfest 5K] has become a tradition to many who do it year after year.� Dave Wik team. Check-in for the event begins at 9:30 a.m., with the contest starting promptly at 10 a.m. The double-elimination tourney will wrap up by 3:30 p.m. There are cash prizes at stake: $500 for the first-place team, $200 for second place, and $100 for third. All day on Saturday, also in

Ellison Park, the Monticello Chamber of Commerce & Industry is turning up the fun with a focus on art and eating with the mainstays Art in the Park and the Taste of Monticello. From 8 a.m. until 3 p.m., attendees can browse the fine arts and craft show, with more than 65 displays of handcrafted works by area sellers and a variety of food and beverage vendors. Additionally, there will be Kids in the Park activities, with train rides, games and face painting by the Monticello Royalty. Live entertainment will provide an ongoing soundtrack for all the day’s events. Anyone with questions about Art in the Park or the Taste of Monticello can contact the Chamber office at (763) 295-2700. Continues on Next Page

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TOP and RIGHT: The 24th annual Riverfest Art in the Park and Taste of Monticello help fill Ellison Park during the third day of Riverfest. BOTTOM: The Riverfest 5K Run/Walk starts and finishes near West Bridge Park. (Monticello Times File Photos)

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To preserve peace of mind and to save energy for all the events, there is free shuttle service during the day on Saturday. Between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m., shuttle buses will run between four stops around Monticello: the city parking lot at the corner of Third and Walnut; the Monticello Middle School parking lot; the east end of Ellison Park, near the log shelter; and the East Bridge Park parking lot, across from Walgreens. There will be no stop this year at the DMV office, due to road construction. The street heats up Saturday evening, with the highly anticipated Street Dance

featuring the Shane Martin Band. Paul Brandjord, the 2016 Riverfest Chairperson, said his committee works to mix up the band choices every few years and this year, they are excited about the community response to Shane Martin. “This will be the first year Shane Martin has been at our street dance on Saturday night,” Brandjord said. “He is a local artist and has a large fan following that we hope will attend our street dance as well as all our other events.” Martin performs widely as a solo artist and with his band, including at

some of the most popular music festivals, such as Moondance Country Jam, Rockwoods Jamfest and Winstock. The opening act is Terry DuBois, an area solo artist who has also rubbed elbows with some well-known musicians. He has opened for Ted Nugent, Molly Hatchet, Savoy Brown and Pat Travers, and has recorded with Mike and the Mechanics, The Pretenders, Boys Don’t Cry, and more. Terry DuBois will take the stage from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., followed by the Shane Martin Band from 8 to 11:30 p.m. Fans can find out more about both

artists on their websites, shanemartin. com and terrydubois.com. All the evening activities are held in the parking lot of the Monticello Community Center, with the beer garden and concessions opening at 5 p.m. At that time, there will also be a gathering of Monticello High School alumni. All school graduates and class years are invited to meet up with old friends at the All-Class Reunion. Andrea Krinke is a freelance feature writer for the Monticello Times.

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Shane Martin Band to rock Saturday night Modern country rock group plans to bring exciting show to Saturday street dance BY CLAY SAWATZKE MONTICELLO TIMES Riverfest goers, specifically those Saturday night revelers, will be in for a new treat in this, the 40th annual Monticello Riverfest. After a several year run of the Fabulous Armadillos, the Riverfest committee decided to mix it up and bring in a new band. That band is the Shane Martin Band. A well-traveled, well-respected group with local ties, the Shane Martin Band is expected to bring their own blend of modern country rock to the Riverfest street dance stage in 2016. “We wanted to have a country rock theme this year,” said Tom Grossnickle, a Riverfest committee member. “And [Shane’s] been knocking on our door for a few years to be here.” That might be because it’s a festival that’s close to home for Martin, who grew up just down the road in Albertville. The musican confirmed as much in an e-mail response to the Monticello Times. “Anytime I perform somewhere close to my roots, it has kind of a homecoming feel,” said Martin. “I have a lot of dedicated support from family, friends, and fans in the area.” Martin, the lead singer, is joined in the band by three other members. Shawn Kolles plays the drums and sings vocals. Kolles played his first gig at age 12 and went on to play in a myriad of bands, including a German polka band. The drummer, who is cousins with Martin, holds a master’s degree in Conducting from Southern Oregon University. On the bass, and singing harmony vocals, is Mike May. The Shane Martin Band website describes May’s technique as a ‘driving, groove-oriented style on the 5-string bass.’ The

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The Saturday night street dance is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. in the Monticello Community Center parking lot. The Shane Martin Band will take the stage at approximately 8 p.m., playing until approximately 11:30 p.m. Terry DuBois will open the musical festivities, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Grossnickle said the committee is very excited to have the local act getting the party started. “He’s a very talented guy,” said Grossnickle. “We’re glad to have him on board too.”

The Shane Martin Band will headline the Saturday night street dance at Monticello Riverfest fourth member of the band is Brad Nelson. Nelson is the lead guitarist and helps provide vocals as well. The experienced musican was a founding member of the band “Aslyn” that performed original rock in the Chicago-area during the late ‘70s. He also spent five years with the Top-40 band “Prophecy” and is now a part-time director of a church worship band. The band has plenty of their own music, and concert-goers can expect to hear some of their original songs mixed in with the covers the group will play. “We will absolutely mix in our own songs,” said Martin. “Performing our own songs is what we live for, and our fans want to hear them and sing along.” Martin did say that he enjoys covering music as well, specifically artists such as the Zac Brown Band, Garth Brooks

and the Eagles. Songs they cover range from true country to a blend of classic and modern rock. One things that fans can count on, regardless of who’s song he’s playing, is a fun time. “The crowd at the Monticello street dance can expect a high energy good time,” said Martin. “A get-on-your-feet dancing, singing along and leave you wanting more performance.” The Albertville native is wellpracticed at the art of putting on a show. In recent years, the band has performed more than 150 shows per year, and they are in the midst of doing approximately 175 during the 2016 calendar year. The band has played at major festivals around the midwest, including Moondance Country Jam, Rockwoods Jamfest and Winstock. They’ve shared the stage with artists such as Ronnie Dunn, Joe Nichols, Jerrod

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Niemann, David Nail, Josh Thompson, Easton Corbin, Greg Bates and Black Hawk. Martin said the opportunity to tour with and be around many great artists has taught him some good lessons. “One thing I’ve learned from being around other great musicians is their true passion for performing,” he said. “There’s a lot of work involved outside of the stage and the late nights wear on you, so you have to love the music and what you do to keep the fire burning.” Martin learned to play piano at a young age, and found himself singing along to songs across genres soon after. Before long, he learned to play the electric guitar and bass and found himself starting a rock band with friends from school to play at house parties and a few club shows. Martin’s career kicked into high gear in 2009 when on a

trip to Nashville he enrolled in a songwriting seminar and struck up a friendship and creative partnership with Emmy winning recording engineer and producer Kenny Royster. Martin has put out several albums since, including the recent EP ‘Til the Wheels Fall Off,’ featuring the single “Whatever Floats Your Boat.” Martin has also participated in several national contests, finishing as a top-five finalist at the Texaco Country Showdown in 2012. As a finalist, Martin competed for the National Title of “Best New Act in Country Music” at the world-famous Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN in a contest hosted by LeAnn Rimes. Currently, Martin is traveling around the Midwest almost daily playing shows from Big Lake to Crosslake and from Shakopee to Devils Lake, North Dakota. He said that this time of year is one he enjoys. “I always look forward to summer festival time,” he said. “Up in the Midwest we spend too much time performing indoors so it’s a breath of fresh air to be outside on a big stage in front of excited music fans.” Contact Clay Sawatzke at clay. sawatzke@ecm-inc.com

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Final day features parade, duck drop, coronation Hog roast meal prepared by Von Hanson’s is new to Riverfest this year BY ANDREA KRINKE MONTICELLO TIMES The final day of the 40th Riverfest is full of new beginnings. There are some changes this year, and even more activities to enjoy. Sunday events start with the Community Worship Service. Everyone is invited to bring lawn chairs or blankets to the west side of Ellison Park to enjoy the outdoor service in the summer weather. The hugely popular Riverfest Parade has a new start time; it will be at noon on Sunday. The slightly earlier time should help the parade end earlier, so spectators can also take in the other remaining Riverfest events. Riverfest Chairperson Paul Brandjord explained. “Due to the number of entries in our parade, it has been running long,” he said. “By starting it earlier,

hopefully more people will make it down to Ellison Park after the parade for food, music, the duck race, and the crowning of the royalty.” Brandjord said there is much to anticipate in this year’s parade, both for himself personally and for all who attend. “For many years, I haven’t been able to attend the parade because I was always working an event,” Brandjord said. “Our Lions Club will have a float in the parade for our fifth annual Brewfest coming up on Aug. 20, and I am planning on being on that float. It will be fun to actually be part of the parade festivities.” The Riverfest Planning Committee has been hard at work booking bands and other musical groups to appear in the parade. Continues on Next Page

Marching bands, including our very own Monticello High School Marching Band, have provided highlights throughout the years at the annual Riverfest parade. (File Photo by Clay Sawatzke)

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“Everyone loves a marching band and other music during a summer parade,” Brandjord said. “We have had difficulty booking school bands because most stop performing after the Fourth of July, [but] the staff at the Monticello Chamber of Commerce has been working hard. I think everyone will enjoy what they have found.” Parade attendees are encouraged to arrive early to reserve spots along the parade route, and to bring sunscreen and drinking water. The 4-H Club and the Sons of the American Legion will pass out candy before the parade and will accept donations for the food shelf. The parade route begins on Third Street at the Monticello American Legion Club and heads east to Walnut Street. There, it turns to head south until Sixth Street. At Sixth, the parade will head west to Minnesota Street, turn south and end on Seventh Street. Again this year, parade organizers ask those riding in the parade and those attending to not spray any water. Anyone with questions about this or other parade practices or policies may contact the Monticello Chamber of Commerce & Industry at (763) 295-2700 or info@ monticellocci.com. After the parade, it’s straight to the Duck Race! Cash prizes are up for grabs, but participants must first adopt those ducks. Duck adoption locations include: Walmart, Cub Foods, Hi Way Liquors, Runnings, the American Legion, the Chamber of Commerce, the Monticello Times, Metro PCS, Monticello Goodyear, and Premier Bank. Adoptions will continue through Riverfest weekend at all official Riverfest activities and Lions Club events. The Duck Race begins at 3 p.m., with the official drop at 3:30 on the Highway 25 bridge over the Mississippi River. Spectators can watch the race from the river bank in Ellison Park. Cash prizes include: $2,500 for first place, $1,000 each for second through sixth place, $100 each for seventh through 29th place, and $100 for the last duck. Winners

will be announced at 5 p.m. Meanwhile, the Ellison Park Celebration will be in full swing. From 2 until 5:30 p.m., there will be more food, games, and entertainment. The Monticello Boy Scouts will be serving lunch, and there’s a new menu this year. “The Riverfest committee decided to change some of the food in Ellison Park after the parade,” Brandjord said. “(It’s) an old-fashioned hog roast, catered by Von Hanson’s of Monticello, featuring pork sandwich or pulled chicken on homemade buns, potato salad, smoky baked beans, coleslaw and assorted condiments and sauces.” Ticket prices are unchanged at $7 per meal, and tickets can be purchased at the park. Traditionalists will also have their standard option: “We will still be serving the River Dogs like we have done for the last few years,” the chairperson assured. “We just wanted to try something new for the main meal choice.” There will be other concessions, with plenty of cool, sweet treats, and ongoing activities in Ellison Park. Kids’ games, including bounce houses and face painting, will provide fun for families. “We’ll have a fish pond, bean bag toss, pretty much all the traditional kids’ carnival games people will expect,” Riverfest kids’ event organizer Lisa Peterson said. She explained the attractions will utilize a ticket system, where parents can purchase tickets for 50 cents each, and individual activities will require different numbers of tickets. The closing day celebration will also include live music, bingo, the CentraCare Wellness Van and KRWC Radio’s Road Show. Then, some very special Monticello residents will receive high honors. The Citizen of the Year presentation happens at 4 p.m., followed by the 2016 Monticello Royalty Coronation, all at the park’s band shell. This year, the Monticello Royalty Program is celebrating its 35th year, with eight candidates in the running for Miss Monticello 2016. The young women signed up in

March, and have since been taking part in educational and volunteer activities. Each represents her business sponsor, while being involved in various community events. The members of the Monticello Royalty Program issued this joint statement on the value they see in running: “The Monticello Royalty Program Candidate Experience gives each young woman the opportunity to develop self-esteem and confidence, learn life skills, experience personal growth, poise, establish new friendships, and gain leadership skills, while providing educational activities and volunteer opportunities within the Monticello community.” They encourage all the candidates to embrace their experiences, learn about their community, and, in the process, make new friends. One of those friends will be crowned Miss Monticello. With all these activities wrapping up the final day of Riverfest, spectators have a worry-free way to get around town. The free shuttle bus service will continue from the end of the parade, around 1:45 p.m., until 6 p.m. Buses will again make stops in four locations: at the corner of Third and Walnut in the city parking lot; at the lot of Monticello Middle School; at Ellison Park, in the east end near the log shelter; and in the East Bridge Park parking lot, across from Walgreens. For more information about the shuttle service, parade, duck race or any of the Riverfest events, log on to monticelloriverfest.com. All those involved in putting on this 40th anniversary Riverfest see the value to the Monticello community, and they hope the people who come feel it, too. As volunteer Jacque Gordon said, “Riverfest is such a special set of celebrations each July. The volunteer Riverfest committee works throughout the year to plan and organize a super menu of events, offering something for residents, visitors, and all age groups.” The Monticello royalty float and Citizen of the Year are Sunday parade staples. BOTTOM: Pictured are Nancy Smith and Donald Andrea Krinke is a freelance feature Q. Smith. Don was the 2006 Monticello Citizen of the Year and writer for the Monticello Times. parade grand marshal. (Monticello Times File Photos)

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Duck drop dynasty traces origins to 1998 First-time duck drop from Highway 25 bridge was a learning experience BY JAKOB KOUNKEL MONTICELLO TIMES INTERN What started out as an idea to turn Riverfest into a financially self-sufficient weekend has transformed into an iconic annual event in Monticello. Lions President John Pearson brought the idea forward in 1998 after seeing some information about a company that hosted a race for a percentage of the profits. After Pearson and Wes Olson mulled over the project, they decided to bring Riverfest its very own duck race so local businesses could enjoy the weekend without the burden of advertising. Despite careful planning, there were a few glitches along the way that needed to be tended to. First, there was the issue of where to get thousands of rubber ducks. Fortunately, Linda Fredrickson, a Becker resident, happened to have 3,500 plastic ducks from a fundraiser held in her town.

Upon returning the ducks to Fredrickson, they found that there were about 300 ducks missing. Fredrickson was very forgiving. The next year, through toy salesman Joel Anderson, the Riverfest committee purchased 5,278 plastic ducks and had them delivered by way of boat from China. Each duck weighs from three to four ounces, but nobody accounted for how much they would weigh all together— almost 900 pounds. Experiencing a few other challenges, it took until the fifth year for the duck race to turn into what it is today: a highly successful and entertaining method of obtaining donations to pour back into the community. Prior to the inaugural duck drop, Riverfest committee member Roger Belsaas personally sold more than 1,500 ducks at the Maus Foods both. “With the river high, the ducks should come out of the chute fast,� predicted Suzie Wojchouski, a Riverfest commit-

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tee member, in a Monticello Shopper special section story dated July 5, 1998. During a pre-event practice run, the ducks only needed a half-hour to make it from the Highway 25 bridge to Ellison Park. The 1998 Riverfest celebration also marked the first year that planning and funding of the summer celebration came under control of a public body comprised at the time of 17 local organizations. According to Olson, about a dozen people helped plan the initial duck race. He and other committee members peformed a total of three test runs to gauge the river’s currents and route the best course for the ducks to travel. Olson said the quacker catchers found that the best place to dump the ducks would be near the Monticello shore and the first island in the river. Anywhere else would put the ducks too far out in the river to see. At the time, Olson said that the committee had thought about using a dump

truck to release the ducks over the bridge. However, that plan was scrapped when committee members realized they could not dump all of the ducks fast enough and that those hitting the water first would have a head start towards the finish line. Instead, all ducks were bound in a 20-by-200-foot tarp from which two corners were released, sending the ducks plummeting into the Mississippi River. Olson also noted in that year’s Riverfest special section that the apparatus used to collect the ducks at Ellison Park came from the Monticello Fire Department via the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. “It is a river barricade that’s designed for containing hazardous waste floating in the river,� he said. Organizers’ planned placement of the device would create a vortex from which the winning ducks would shuttle, reaching an exit chute. Continues on Next Page

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Most of the ducks headed quickly toward Ellison Park thanks to a high river and its fast current. However, some of the plastic toys got caught in shoreline debris and needed aid from a group of canoe voyagers, who followed the ducks from their dumping point to the park finish line. “We walked up the river later in the day and

picked up 75 to 100 ducks that had gotten caught in the shoreline,� Olson said. Wind gusts from the south caused about 400 ducks to swim further out in the river than the catching skimmers reached. The leading ducks took about 22 minutes to make the trip to the yellow barraicade set up to catch them. McKenzie Cramer’s duck didn’t stray

and swam straight into a first-place finish. That netted the soon-to-be kindergartner a check for $3,000. In a post duck drop recap, Olson said that the event raised between $8,000 and $9,000 for the Riverfest Plannning Committee. Jakob Kounkel is a summer intern with the Monticello Times.

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Royalty candidates embark on unique journey BY TIM HENNAGIR MONTICELLO TIMES Each summer, the Monticello Royalty Candidate Program brings together a group of young women with high hopes and takes them on a life-changing journey. The program opens doors and educates candidates about the city of Monticello. Volunteers and co-chairs Marcia Becker, Marla Maurer, and Brenda Skime introduce prospective royalty to businesses that are located in Monticello and volunteer organizations that some people take for granted. “The candidate program teaches the importance of volunteering,� Skime said. “Candidates volunteer their time and give back to their community, whether it be planting flowers or playing bingo,� she said.

During the time spent with other candidates, special friendships and memories are made that last a lifetime. Candidates and royalty are required to learn about Monticello and what the city has offer so they can share those attributes with others they meet. Here are the bios for the 2015-16 Monticello Royalty and the 2016 Monticello Royalty Candidates. This year, there are three current royalty and eight candidates. See Page 15 of this Riverfest special section for the Monticello Royalty Committee’s special salute to this year’s candidates.

2015-16 Monticello Royalty Name: 2015-16 Miss Monticello and Miss Congeniality

Madyson Turner Sponsor: Live Laugh & Bloom Floral Parents: Tom and Mercedes Turner Future Plans: I will be attending the University of Minnesota Twin Cities this fall to begin my sophomore year with a double major in Sociology of Law, Criminology, and Deviance and Political Science with minors in Spanish and Leadership. If you could invite a famous person (past or present) to dinner, who would it be and why? I would invite founding father Alexander Hamilton to have dinner with me for myriad reasons. His ambitious attitude, drive to succeed and innovative thinking helped America win the American Revolution. Many say that had Hamilton lived to serve as president, the status of our nation would be

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Name: 2015-16 Monticello Princess Mackenzie Stein Sponsor: Belde Chiropractic Parent(s)/Guardian: Tammy Voigt and Scott Stein Future Plans: My future plans are to begin my second year at the University of Saint Thomas where I hope to receive a major in Spanish and a minor in Psychology, then go on to graduate school for Occupational Therapy. If you could invite a famous person (past or present) to dinner, who would it be and why? I would invite Ellen Degeneres because she is hilarious and we would be laughing the whole time! I would also love to ask her to share stories about giv-

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2016 Monticello Royalty Candidates Name: Rebekah Buck Sponsor: Schlenner Wenner and Company Parent(s)/Guardian: Paul and Vikki Buck Future Plans: I plan to attend Anoka Ramsey Community College to complete my generals with a creative writing focus. If you could invite a famous person (past or present) to dinner, who would it be and why? I would invite Tonight Show host Jimmy Fallon to dinner because I absolutely love to laugh. Laughing is the best cure for anything! Name: Tara Eckhart Sponsor: NovaCare Rehabilitation Parent(s)/Guardian: Dan and Rhonda Eckhart Future Plans: I will be at-

tending the University of Wisconsin-River Falls to pursue a career in secondary education. If you could invite a famous person (past or present) to dinner, who would it be and why? If I could invite a famous person to dinner, I would invite Amy Poehler. She is the funniest actress I know and in her book, “Yes, Please� she sends a message to be yourself and live life to the fullest. Name: Kayla Kleinsteuber Sponsor: Lisa G’s Styling Studio Parent(s)/Guardian: Michelle Kocak Jones and Victor Kleinsteuber Future Plans: I will be a sophomore at St. Cloud State University this fall where I am majoring in business entrepreneurship. If you could invite a famous person (past or present) to din-

ner, who would it be and why? If I could invite a famous person to dinner, it would be Paul Walker. He started his own nonprofit volunteer organization, Reach Out WorldWide, in 2010. I am interested in learning about how the organization was started and would love to hear about how so many people around the world have been positively impacted by ROWW. Name: Mikara Mitchell Sponsor: First Minnesota Bank Parent(s)/Guardian: Seymour and Michelle Mitchell Future Plans: I will be attending Herzing University this fall to study Dental Hygiene. If you could invite a famous person (past or present) to dinner, who would it be and why? If I could invite a famous person to dinner, it would be Simone Biles, Olympic Gold Medal

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It’s about him losing his father. This has meaning to me because I lost my grandpa, who was also my best friend in life, back in 2013 and it has greatly impacted my life and will forever have an effect on me. Name: Lindsey Peterson Sponsor: West Metro BuickGMC Parent(s)/Guardian: Shelley Fluekiger Future Plans: I plan on attending Anoka Ramsey Community College in the fall majoring in photography. If you could invite a famous person (past or present) to dinner, who would it be and why? If I could invite a famous person to dinner, it would be Vine star Jake Paul. I would choose him because he is very funny and really cute! Candidates Continue on Page 18

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Name: Victoria Walsh Sponsor: CentraCare Health-Monticello and St. Benedict’s Senior Community Pa re n t ( s ) / G u a rd i a n : Rick and Jen Walsh Future Plans: I plan to attend Minnesota School of Business for my associate degree in massage therapy. If you could invite a famous person (past or present) to dinner, who would it be and why? I would invite actress Emma Watson because she is my hero. She is so kind-hearted and she pushes for equality between people. Emaa Watson has been a huge role model for me ever since I was a little girl.

Name: Katelyn Warner Sponsor: Loch Jewelers Parent(s)/Guardian: Brian Warner and Jennifer Lackner Future Plans: I plan to attend Alexandria Technical and Community College in the fall of 2016 for my degree in Law Enforcement. If you could invite a famous person (past or present) to dinner, who would it be and why? I would invite Chef Guy Fieri because he is passionate about what he does for a living. He doesn’t let anyone or anything hold him back from something that he loves. I also love cooking so some of his feedback would be nice. Contact Tim Hennagir at tim.hennagir@ecm-inc.com

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Iconic ‘Harold Express’ returns after refurbishment Troop 270’s Nathan Robinson tallies Eagle Scout hours helping to restore train BY TIM HENNAGIR MONTICELLO TIMES A Riverfest transportation icon has received a cabooseto-engine rebuild that promises many more years of festival fun and entertainment. The Monticello Chamber of Industry & Commerce is proud to announce that its miniature train, aptly dubbed “The Harold Express� in honor of Riverfest parade legend Harold Pittman, has been fully restored by Boy Scout Troop 270’s Nathan Robinson. The effort to keep the train running was spearheaded by Robinson as an Eagle Scout project. “The hope was to have it done by Walk n’ Roll, but what happened with the weather was not favorable at all and we were literally watching the paint dry,� said Wendy Nor-

Boy Scout Nathan Robinson is picture with three of the refurbished Harold (Photo Courtesy Richard Crummy) Express train cars. dstrom Robinson, Nathan’s mom. “It was all rotted. We had to do a complete rebuild. There were a couple of pieces we were able to reuse, but most of it has been rebuilt.� The five cars of the Harold Express (the engine, a car that looks like a lion’s cage. two coal cars, and the caboose) is pulled

by a riding lawn mower during many events. Monticello Chamber Director Marcy Anderson said Pittman purchased the train at an auction years ago and refurbished it. “He just can’t believe how the train and his driving it has affected so many people,� Anderson said.

Three years ago, the Monticello Chamber honored Pittman during its annual meeting. Pittman was the Monticello Chamber’s guest of honor for his many years of tending and driving the chamber train. The chamber board presented a plaque that read, “Harold Pittman: Chugging Through the Years on the Harold Express.� Wes Olson, longtime Riverfest Committee member, presented Pittman with his award and those present sang “Happy Birthday� to honor Pittman on his 91st birthday. Wendy estimates that Nathan and his fellow scouts have put in more than 500 hours refurbishing the tiny train. Scoutmaster Richard Crummy has provided direction and oversight during the restoration work. “I was contacted by a chamber board member looking to

see if I had any boys looking for an Eagle Project,� Crummy stated in a Facebook posting. “It was then explained to me the Harold Express was in desperate need of safety upgrades and, more importantly, needed a complete overhaul,� he said, adding the train is a community favorite and has been seen at numerous events throughout the summer and fall for the past 30 years. Wendy added: “You want to make sure you aren’t just putting a band-aid on it. You want to do it right for Harold, because a lot of kids ride on it.� The refurbished Harold Express will have its pre-Riverfest unveiling Wednesday, July 13, at 4 p.m. at the Downtown Monticello Block Party. Contact Tim Hennagir at tim. hennagir@ecm-inc.com

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Lions have a long legacy of Riverfest involvement Monticello community service organization was there at the very beginning BY JAKOB KOUNKEL MONTICELLO TIMES INTERN For 41 years, Monitcello Lions have brought support to the community in countless ways. A long list of past and present members are responsible for numerous efforts to help others, but there are only four active members who were present at the club’s inception in 1975. Mike Benedetto, Ken Maus, Dave Lofte and Ron Hoglund also hold a unique place in the community service organization’s historical tie to Riverfest. “It’s very satisfying to be a part of something that’s contributed to the well-being of our town,” said Benedetto, charter president of the club, said. And contribute they have. The Monticello Lions Club,

and especially Benedetto, Maus, Lofte and Hoglund, have always put the community and the well-being of Monticello citizens first. Benedetto said, “[Our goal is] to do something for our community that’s difficult to do alone. We’re doing something for the town whether it’s payment or service.” When the Lions first began, one of their goals was to bring a Fourth of July celebration, and their success brought the community Riverfest. Before the Lions took the initiative, there was nothing in Monticello for the Fourth. Launching Riverfest and turning it into what it is today is something Benedetto regards as one of the Lions biggest accomplishments. The Lions partnererd with other community groups to cel-

Monticello Lions Club members are pictured with former vice president and then Sen. Hubert H. Humphrey during the 1976 summer parade that drew an estimated 10,000 people to Monticello. (Photo Courtesy Mike Benedetto) ebrate the nation’s Bicentennial in the summer of 1976. Many activities were held including a large parade. The parade drew an estimat-

ed 10,000 people to local streets and sidewalks. Many remember the appearance of former vice president and U.S. Sen. Hubert H. Humphrey, the parade’s

grand marshal. Humphrey became the first deputy president pro tempore of the senate and served in seat until his death. He died of bladder cancer at his home in Waverly, Minnesota, on Jan. 13, 1978. The celebration was so successful and well received that the Lions accepted the responsibility of organizing and planning the annual community Fourth of July celebration. The Independence Day celebration became the club’s signature activity throughout the 1970s and 1980s. An antique car parade and chicken dinner in Ellison Park were part of the annual feature. The celebration eventually morphed into an entire community effort, now known as Riverfest. Continues on Next Page

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Benedetto was behind the scenes during the early years of Monticello’s summer celebration. He hauled folding chairs, set up picnic tables and even hauled cooked chicken. Before Benedetto was named Monticello’s 2005 Citizen of the Year, had a successful 5 1/2 year term as superintendent or even took his first promotion to assistant superintendent, he was just your average small town citizen trying to start a spark on the Fourth of July. Two years after moving to Monticello in 1974 to take the job as assistant principal at Pinewood Elementary, Benedetto and some of the other founding members of the Monticello Lions Club wanted to start some kind of community gathering to follow the nation’s bicentennial. But it couldn’t be just any festivity. The group wanted an “old fashioned� Fourth of July celebration. “We didn’t want carnivals, we didn’t want carnival rides; we just wanted a chicken dinner

and a picnic in the park,� Benedetto recalled in a Riverfest 2005 special section story published by the Monticello Times. Benedetto was one of the members who cooked the chicken dinners at Maus Foods, then located off Third Street and packaged it in coolers to haul down to West Bridge Park. It was a process that Benedetto called “insane,� but the activity sparked enough community spirit and fun to begin a long tradition. At the club’s inception, its focus was eyesight. It was then that Hellen Keller challenged Lions all over the world to become “Knights of the Blind.� Later on, they picked up focus on hearing, leader dog programs, drug education, diabetes, etc., and turned into a mecca of good deeds – big and small. They continue to give out scholarships, donate money, host local events (like pancakes breakfasts) and even complete tasks as humbling as yard care.

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“If we can do something for the community to help people, that’s what we want to do. We’ll do anything to help people in the community,� Hoglund said. He added: “Sometimes people would even come to us with ideas, like if somebody needed help with payment or didn’t have enough to eat.� The Monticello Lions have donated more than $1.7 million to the community. That figure was noted during a 40th anniversary story published in May 2015 in the Monticello Times. Most of the money goes to scholarships and education, Lions charities, food shelves, fire departments and parks. Christmas food baskets, Riverfest, Brewfest, nursing home bingo, Meals on Wheels, Pioneer Park, Camp Friendship, Camp New Hope, and eyeglasses and hearing aids for those in need are all among local projects and activities associated with the Monticello Lions Club.

The local Lions Club is a part of the International Lions Club, which has a seat in the Unicef portion of the United Nations building in England. Local Lion Larry Kounkel was sitting in that seat in 1999 when the then Secretary General of the United Nations thanked the Lions for their outstanding work in China. The International Lions were responsible for funding more than 300,000 cataracts surgeries in China at a time when no other companies were allowed in China. The four original members have certainly helped create a legacy in the community to be passed on to current and future Lions. “A lot of people will call me knowing I’m a Lion,� Kounkel said. “They know Lions can help. We serve from the heart.� Jakob Kounkel is a summer intern with the Monticello Times.

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Duck drop logistics require advance preparation BY TIM HENNAGIR MONTICELLO TIMES When 5,000 ducks hit the surface of the Mississippi River Sunday afternoon during Riverfest at 3:30 p.m. the start of their aquatic journey from the Highway 25 bridge signals an important milestone. If all has gone according to plan, the tiny participants in the duck race will have a quacker backer rooting them to a first-duck finish. The fun-filled event is one of the showcase events on the celebration’s final day. The event is also a major fundraiser that keeps Riverfest rolling financially. The Monticello Duck Race not only highlights the beautiful Mississippi River, it also has become a financial strength that supports this community celebration. Ducks adopted by businesses ensure $5 a duck, providing financial support for a four-day weekend of events. Roseanne Duran oversees the duck adoption effort for the Riverfest Committee. Revenue generated by corporate and local business adoptions plays a critical role

because the money collected provides early start-up funds for many Riverfest activities. Duran uses a computer spreadsheet to keep track of who is working the duck adoption tables at Cub Foods, Hi-Way Liquors, Walmart and other locations around town. “We did our first duck adoptions at the Monticello American Legion during our waffle breakfast,” Duran recalled in a 2013 Riverfest special section published by the Monticello Times. Groups often split adoption booth shifts. Duran said some of the bigger groups ask for June 27 and June 28 each year and a member helps organize the adoption station staffing. “What organizations receive is based on the percentage of money or funds left over after expenses and prizes are paid out by the Riverfest Committee,” she said. “All of the hours are put together, not just duck hours.” Wes Olson is a longtime Monticello Riverfest Committee member. Olson recalled how the duck race started and provided some behind-the-scenes back-

ground on the annual effort that lines the banks of the Mississippi River with spectators eagerly awaiting the sight of 5,000 falling ducks. “I took [John Pearson’s] idea and organized the duck race that year with 3,500 borrowed plastic ducks,” Olson said. “Throwing them off the bridge damaged and sank some. The next year we ordered ducks from China. When they arrived at a shipping dock in St Paul, former Monticello Times publisher Don Smith and I retrieved them. They were individually wrapped in plastic making the belly numbering project go late into the night.” Olson was chairman of the duck race for three years, and each year, the method of getting the ducks to the water changed as well as the collection effort. “The fourth year we did the race, all 5,000 ducks hit the water together for the first time,” Olson said. The ducks are stored in a secure storage locker, he added. “We audit them and account for all duck numbers one thorough 5,000, every other year,” he said. “When one is lost or waterlogged we replace it with a spare.” The duck drop committee consists of

Monticello Lions Club members. They assemble three to four, 4 by 8-foot drop boxes the morning of the race and hang the boxes from the side of the Highway 25 bridge. The ducks arrive about 1 p.m. Mixing gravel in with ducks when they are put into their boxes is critical, Olson said, because the ducks’ rubber surface tends to stick together in the heat. That prevents a clean drop. Monticello duck adoption locations and dates include WalMart, July 5-9 and July 14-16; Cub Foods, July 5-9 and July 14-16; Hi Way Liquors, July 5-9 and July 14-16 and Runnings: July 5-9 and July 14-16. Duck adoption forms are also available at the Monticello American Legion, Monticello Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Monticello Times Office, Metro PCS, Monticello Goodyear, and Premier Bank during regular business hours. If you wish to help with duck adoptions, contact Duran at romadu@iwon. com Contact Tim Hennagir at tim.hennagir@ ecm-inc.com

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Recapping 40 years of Riverfest entertainment Inaugural Saturday night concert back in 1976 was performed by Monticello Community Band BY JAKOB KOUNKEL MONTICELLO TIMES INTERN Riverfest has accommodated a colorful spectrum of entertainment since its inception, hosting magicians, musicians, actors, and storytellers. The Saturday night event has grown exponentially in attendance and popularity since its inauguration in 1976. The first year of entertainment drew an estimated 800 locals to watch the community band directed by Doug Miller. Popular bands like Night Shift, The Rockin’ Hollywoods, The Killer Hayseeds, Jonah and the Whales, High Noon, Rock It Science, and more recently, crowd favorite The Fabulous Armadillos have headlined the entertain-

ment portion of Riverfest during its four-decade history. These popular acts have been a hit in Monticello, and many acts return for three consecutive years. These bands perform mostly cover songs from the 50s to the 80s, and even include some contemporary pop music. Riverfest wouldn’t be what it is today without the help of these musicians and other performances. Originally, the performances took place in East Bridge Park, and crowds would gather around the bandstand to watch performers and coronation. Now the event has to be held outside the fire hall in the Monticello Community Center parking lot as the audience continues to grow. The bands always contribute to a big crowd, subsequently adding to

the profit poured back into the community event. While turning a big profit is ideal, it’s not the reason the Monticello Lions Club continues to develop and augment the event. Improvements from year to year create a pleasurable experience for adults, teenagers and children. Planners hope the event yet again produces a large crowd for the enjoyment of the community and those who choose to attend. Based on recent performances and the precedent they’ve created, Riverfest entertainers will continue to create an enjoyable environment for all who attend for many summer celebrations to come. Jakob Kounkel is a summer intern The Fabulous Armadillos headlined the Riverfest Street Dance from 2013-15. (File Photo by Tim Hennagir) with the Monticello Times.

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Marianna Khauv will serve as parade grand marshal Local business owner also named the 2016 ‘Citizen of the Year’ BY TIM HENNAGIR MONTICELLO TIMES Marianna Khauv, current owner of Best Western Chelsea Inn and Suites and former owner of the popular Chin Yuen retaurant in Monticello, will serve as the Riverfest 2016 parade grand marshal Sunday, July 17. Her dual selection as Monticello’s 2016 Citizen of the Year was made public in mid-June by the Monticello Chamber of Commerce & Industry, the Monticello Lions, and Monticello Rotary clubs. The three orgnizations work cooperatively each year to make the Monticello Citizen of the Year selection. Longtime Monticello Lions Club member Wes Olson, Monticello Chamber of Commerce & Industry Director Marcy Anderson and current Monticello Rotary President Chris Lommel confirmed Khauv’s selection after reaching her by telephone. Khauv was in New Orleans, attending a series of business

meetings. “Each year, the selection committee brings a list of names to the table, and we look at our past notes to see who was mentioned,� Olson said. “We look at the people who have been very active in the community, and those who you don’t want to miss recognizing because they are someone who has done a great deal for the community. Marianna met our selection criteria without question.� As a member of the Monticello Rotary Club, Khauv has been involved in numerous projects. She is a past club president, and has spearheaded the club’s working to build libraries overseas. The library development effort shepherded by Khauv has promoted literacy in her husband Onn’s home village in Cambodia. A total of three libraries have been built. “Onn, a refugee from Cambodia, spent most of his young adulthood escaping the Communist Pol Pot regime,� Khauv said in a story published for the

Monticello Rotary Club’s 60th anniversary last year. “He did not have the opportunity to go to school; it was all about survival during his younger age.� The Khauvs and their three daughters traveled for the first library dedication; Marianna went back for the second completion. This May, she and her fellow Rotarians traveled to Cambodia to work on a third Rotary-funded library. “This expansion also involved providing electricity for the village,� she added. “It will create opportunities to continue focusing on literacy.� The third library is located in a middle school. The first library was located in an elementary and the second library in a high school, Marianna said. Marianna became involved with the Monticello Chamber of Commerce & Industry when she and Onn first came to town. “That’s when we bought the Silver Fox Inn, in 1991. We didn’t know anyone, and that involvement was a great

way for us to meet other business people. I was chamber president in 1999.� Plans for a 21-room, three story addition at the Best Western Chelsea Inn & Suites recently received unanimous Monticello City Council approval. The project will add 9,693 square feet on the building’s east side. Interior remodeling of the existing building will consist of relocating the exercise room to an existing guest room. The hotel’s existing breakfast area and pantry will be remodeled and enlarged to serve the additional rooms. “This Best Western is our baby,� Marianna said. “We built it in 1999 and opened a year later. We strive to provide the best service in the area. We are constantly updating, and our construction on the addition will start on July 11. We will be upgrading to a Best Western Plus.� Continues on Next Page

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Marianna and Onn built the Chin Yuen resturant brand over a 30 year-period, opening five different Chin Yuen restaurants using high -quality ingredients, hand preparation, and natural seasonings. Last fall, they sold the Chin Yuen restaurant in Monticello to a local couple, Eric Chen and his wife, Tina Ren. The Monticello Rotary Club has played an imporant role in Marianna’s involvement in the community. “I attended meetings and did turns volunteering on the various commitees, but I really didn’t get to the meat of things until the year my youngest graduated from high school,� she said. “Many Monticello Rotarians came to the graduation party and said there wasn’t any excuse for me not to get involved fur-

ther or at a higher level.� At the time, the Monticello Rotary Club was at a little bit of a downturn. “We had a hard time getting people to step up after Chris Kruse was president-elect,� she said. “I learned a lot from Chris. I followed him as president. He started our Interact, a club for young people ages 12 to 18 who want to join together to tackle the issues in their community that they care most about.� The very first program that Monticello Interact was involved in was a literacy walk.“It raised money for the first library in Cambodia. I was very grateful for that,� she said. Mariann and Onn are also involved in the Connect 5 program for students with special needs. Students gather work experience with light house-

Marianna Khauv keeping and other duties while using the Best Western’s pool for water therapy, yoga and other activities. “Our Rotary club also has a Strive program and provides scholarships, and we send kids to camp,� she said. Contact Tim Hennagir at tim.hennagir@ecm-inc. com

Monticello Citizen of the Year winners 1983 Lynn Smith 1984 Dr. Matthew Smorstock 1985 Caroline Ellison 1986 Emil Dorf 1987 Lloyd & Betty Grossnickle 1988 Ed Schaffer 1989 Bud Schrupp 1990 Pinewood Playground Trio; Cheryl Fuller, Marilyn Hennigson, Judy Sloneker 1991 Arve Grimsmo 1992 Wes Olson 1993 Marion Jameson 1994 Ken Maus 1995 Opal Stokes 1996 Harvey Kendall 1997 Sheldon Johnson 1998 Kermit Benson

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What Riverfest means to Monticelloans The Monticello Times asked citizens to share their memories about the community’s annual summer celebration Mayor Brian Stumpf What does Riverfest mean, or represent to you? To me Riverfest is kind of like our midsummer celebration to show off Monticello to our residents, businesses and visiting family and friends. We have a lot to be proud of and most people do not even realize that this year’s Riverfest festivities were in the planning stages right after last year’s event. We have a number of organizations and volunteers as well as city staff and employees involved to make this all happen, so another way the community as a whole pulls together to keep Monticello the place that it is. What about Riverfest do you most look forward to each year?

It is very hard to pick just one event that I look forward to as I am in attendance at most of the events. I do like the street dance that pulls in so many people. It is a great chance for everyone to go out and let their hair down for a few hours. The Sunday parade is a huge highlight as well, to see the streets lined up with people from all over puts a big smile on especially the kids. Riverfest has been a huge success over the years and as long as we have the people behind the scenes it will certainly continue. This is what puts Monticello on the map.

Former Mayor Clint Herbst What does Riverfest mean, or represent, to you? I have been fortunate enough to attend

Monticello’s celebration for many years. As a kid we used to call it Montissippi Days. Back then it consisted of a small carnival. Of course we couldn’t wait each year for it to come to town. Over the years it morphed into what we know today as Riverfest. Each year a very dedicated group of individuals work for nearly a year to put on this family fun event for the community. To me it is a great time to meet and catch up with old friends and neighbors. Whether it is at the car show, the talent show, art in the park, the street dance, at the parade or the duck race and the Queen coronation down on the beautiful shores of the Mississippi, there is no shortage of opportunities to run into old friends or to make new ones. What about Riverfest do you most look forward to each year? I think it is nearly impossible to pick one thing that I look most forward to when Riverfest rolls around. As a kid it was always the fireworks. We couldn’t wait to plant ourselves under the night

sky and experience the sights and sounds of the pyrotechnic show. As I got older and we had our own kids, it was the parade. Watching the kids scoop up the candy and to sit back and enjoy the stream of old fashioned cars was as good as it gets. I would say the street dance most catches my fancy. To sip a bucket of suds with friends and family while listening to a great band is worth the wait. There is no shortage of things to do during Riverfest so who knows what I will be looking forward to next year.

Wes Olson What does Riverfest mean, or represent, to you? The once-a-year community celebration totally run by volunteer organizations of the Monticello community. It’s a time when community leaders, businesses and citizens come together to relax and enjoy various events. Continues on Next Page

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Citizens share the true meaning of Riverfest

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There’s no feeling the need to represent various business interests. Each volunteer organization involved working together for one final cause, community enjoyment. What about Riverfest do you most look forward to each year? It seems each year the organizations involved are represented by the best of the best within their group, and makes the event a fun thing to be a part of. I like the Sunday 5 p.m. beer, a toast if you will, with the others, while looking back at the weekend’s successes, just before teardown.

Donald Q. Smith What does Riverfest mean, or represent, to you? Riverfest dates back to the Bicentennial of 1976 when the committee and volunteers from throughout Monticello decided to resurrect a parade and hometown celebration. It has been continued and enhanced for four decades through the active participation of many organizations and the volunteerism of countless individuals. It’s a weekend event that defines Monticello as a community. You might call it our community homecoming.

What about Riverfest do you most look forward to each year? For me, all the events of Sunday afternoon are highlights of Riverfest – the parade with its hometown flavor, music, and chicken dinner in Ellison, the celebratory aspect of the Miss Monticello coronation and the award to the Citizen of the Year. From someone who still calls Monticello “home,� it doesn’t get much better than returning for that afternoon.

It is the one time of year that the community comes together to celebrate Monticello and the future of Monticello. From all off the volunteers pulling this extensive event together to the crowning of the Royalty (our future representives). What about Riverfest do you most look forward to each year? The event I look forward to the most is the street dance. It is family orientated and fun for all!

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What does Riverfest mean, or represent to you? Riverfest reminds us to slow down to enjoy the warmth of summer days. an idyllic time that harkens us back to simpler times. A time for community members to socially engage with one another, and a mental scrapbook for the young to recall the joys of childhood in a small town.

What does Riverfest mean, or represent to you? It is a wonderful celebration of our town, friends and family get togethers, and summer fun like a beer and a band!

Tara Thurber What does Riverfest mean, or represent, to you? Riverfest means to me the gathering of community.

What about Riverfest do you most look forward to each year? Visiting with people that I have known my whole life and some that have become friends since my teen years. Oh, I also look forward to saying to anyone that listens: “Rock it! Don’t talk it!� Thank you Monticello for decades of fun.

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Riverfest royalty throughout the years 1981

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1990 Queen - Christina Osowski (Jacobs) Princess - Kirsten Smith (Phinney) Princess - Melissa Jensen (Alm)

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2006 Miss Monticello Charissa Pederson went on to become Minneapolis Aquatennial’s Queen of the Lakes from 2007-2008. (Monticello Times File Photo)

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Riverfest royalty from throughout the years

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1996 Queen - Stephanie Wiese (Asbeck) Princess - Kristie Foldesi (Pishko) Princess - Brandi Hill

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1998 Queen - Kara Schillerstrom (Mather) Princess - Chris Witschen (Lindberg) Princess - Jessica Bergstrom

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Monticello Riverfest royalty through the years

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2009 Queen - Anna Sombrio Princess - Katie Tvedt (Vanderport) Princess - Abbey Quist Congeniality - Anna Sombrio

2010 Queen - Elizabeth Temple Princess - Kayleen Anselment Princess - Morgan Schmitz Congeniality - Breanna Belland

2011 Queen - Hannah Palmer Princess - Ashley Walz (Lardy - Getting married Aug. 12) Princess - Nicole Atzl Congeniality - Hannah Palmer

2012 Queen - Mylissa Sauser Princess - Taylor Emberton Princess - Kayla Pribyl Congeniality - Kara Begin

2013 Queen - Addison Schnable Princess - Brie Ye Princess - Sydney Blonigen Congeniality - Savannah Olson

2014 Queen - Mackenzie Hedge Princess - Vicky Moraa Princess - Bailey Stortz Congeniality - Kelsey Holker

2015 Queen - Madyson Turner Princess - Mackenzie Stein Princess - Jade Ye Congeniality - Madyson Turner Monticello Riverfest Royalty (Queen Sarah Weitgenant and Princesses Crystal Bergeman and Monica Miller) of 1997-98 poses with the ducks the week prior to Monticello’s first-ever dock drop on the Mississippi. (Monticello Times File Photo)

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Riverfest 40th Anniversary Trivia Questions Answers will appear in the July 14th edition of the Monticello Times 1. What was the first year racers participated in the Riverfest 5K? 2. Who was the first Miss Monticello? 3. On which of the four days of Riverfest is the Talent Show typically scheduled? 4. Where does the Riverfest 5K start? 5. Who was the first Citizen of the Year? 6. During opening ceremonies, what messy and fun-filled event takes place in Pioneer Park? 7. What is the last name of the three sisters who have performed at the Riverfest Talent Show? 8. On which of the four days of Riverfest is the Car Show typically scheduled? 9. Who won the first Riverfest 5K? 10. In 2015 Monticello hosted three races (with the Riverfest 5K being the second); what was the third? 11. The beanbag tournament returns this year. How many years has it been part of the celebration? 12. Who was last year’s Citizen of the Year? 13. Who is the current Miss Monticello? 14. Which local organizations provide a core component of volunteer support to the Riverfest festivities? 15. In what year was the Swan Lady celebrated as

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