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BELLE PLAINE, MINNESOTA, APRIL 9, 2014

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City Council Takes Action on Several Park Improvements

Disc Golf Course in the Making at Court Square Park

The Changing Seasons The top photo was taken Friday morning following a seven-inch snowfall in Belle Plaine. Two days later, Sunday afternoon, most of the snow was melted thanks to temperatures in the 60s. (Above) Deb Connolly and Kassie Hartmann (left) cleared the heavy, wet snow from the end of Connolly’s driveway on the 700 block of East Court Street. (Below) Angie Hoff helped her daughter, Noelle, avoid the puddle at the bottom of the slide in Heritage Park. The family, which includes (not pictured) her sons, Erik and Eli, and husband, Alex, enjoyed an afternoon visit to the park.

by Dan Ruud The Belle Plaine City Council Monday night unanimously accepted a donation of $11,000 from the Belle Plaine Baseball Association to help pay for the cost of the new scoreboard to be installed at Tiger Park baseball field. Belle Plaine Public Works Superintendent Al Fahey reported that “we will be removing the old scoreboard and replacing it with the new one this week.” On Jan. 6, the council agreed for the city pay up to $30,000 of the $40,610 it will cost to replace the scoreboard. The Belle Plaine Baseball Association agreed to pay the difference as well as about $1,000 to offset the cost of installation. The city’s share of the cost is coming from its capital improvement plan. The new scoreboard will replace the existing 14-year-old scoreboard at Tiger Park. The old scoreboard has been hampered by aging wiring, outdated technology and inefficient bulbs. The intent of the project was to have that scoreboard replaced prior to the state amateur baseball tournament being hosted by Belle Plaine and Jordan late this summer. The new Daktronics scoreboard’s dimensions are approximately 18 1/2 feet high and 36 feet wide. Sponsor panels will also be included. Gerry Meyer of the Belle Plaine Baseball Association thanked the council for its assistance in the purchase of the scoreboard, and added that contributions have also been made by the State Bank of

Belle Plaine, CornerStone State Bank, Matt Saxe ChevroletBuick and the Belle Plaine School District. In other business Monday night, the council unanimously authorized the purchase of disc golf equipment for the installation of a six-hole course at Court Square Park, which is located adjacent to the Historical House property. During a parks tour in 2013, the Belle Plaine Park Board determined that a small course would fit nicely into the landscape of Court Square Park and recommended reserving funds for installation this year. Quotes for the equipment were obtained from Minnesota Wisconsin Playground (MWP) and Gotta Go Gotta Throw (GGGT), the latter of which submitted a quote of $2,415.70, which was $1,482.40 less than MWP. The park board recommended purchasing the equipment from GGGT and the public works department has indicated it will install the equipment. Staff reported that the park board has $6,000 reserved for the development of the disc golf course, and although the board does not anticipate using all of the remaining funds, some will likely be requested at a future meeting for signage. In another park improve-

ment endeavor, the council unanimously approved the plans and specifications for the remodeling of the restrooms facility at Union Square Park located adjacent to Tiger Park. Public Works Superintendent Al Fahey reported that the project, for which the architect has yet to provide a cost estimate for, will include automatic lights, vent fans and “high efficiency” lavatory fixtures. “The public works department will be removing all the fixtures and the concrete flooring (which will be replaced) to allow for a reduction in the overall cost of the project,” said Fahey, adding that the project is scheduled to be completed before Bar-B-Q Days and the state amateur baseball tournament. For the project to happen, the council will still need to approve the awarding of the low bid once it has been received. “I want to put the bids out as soon as possible so we know what the cost will be,” Fahey said. *Unanimously accepted the resignation of police administrative assistant Cheryl Bryce and authorized staff to advertise for candidates to fill the position. In her letter of resignation,

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B.P. Youth Fair Saturday Morning

Belle Plaine Community Education is hosting its Spring Youth Fair Saturday (April 12, 9 a.m. to noon) at the juniorsenior high school. The event is an opportunity for parents to learn about after-school activities and local organizations. It will include interactive booths, fun demonstrations, a bouncy house, mu-

sical entertainment, silly hair and face painting. Attendees can also purchase swimming pool passes, register for swimming lessons plus register early – a $10 savings – for youth baseball, softball, and Tball. There will also be cake served celebrating ECFE’s 40th anniversary.

Enrollment Dip Causes Increase In Fast Actions by Firefighters Help Save B.P. Schools’ 2013-14 Budget Deficit Blakeley Grain Processing Facility

When the Belle Plaine School District assembled its budget for the 2013-14 school year, 132 kindergartners were expected. When only 114 kindergartners showed up for school, the shortfall meant less revenue than expected. Overall, the district expected 1,622 students – and the funding that comes with them – when it formulated its budget. With fewer students at Oak Crest along with the dearth of kindergartners, the revised 2013-14 budget reflects an enrollment of 1,586. The difference in state aid is just under $163,900. The lower-than-expected en-

rollment was part of the reason behind a larger-than-expected amount of red ink in the revised 2013-14 budget the school board OK’d March 31. The revenue the district expected but didn’t receive is just one of the reasons behind deficit spending in the revised budget the board recently approved. Salaries and benefits for employees cumulatively increased by $149,598. The district also equipped all its classroom teachers with iPads at a cost of $89,116. The revised general fund budget – the fund the district uses to pay most its operating ex-

Two Women Arrested Near Jordan After Long Chase Two women in their mid-20s are facing charges after leading police on a car chase that wound through the crowded interstate system in the Twin Cities metro Monday afternoon and ended on Highway 169 near Jordan. According to authorities, the chase began shortly after 2:30 p.m. in and alley in north Minneapolis after officers noticed a vehicle that was reported stolen. The driver sped away and ended up on Interstate 94, crashing into two vehicles and weaving in and out of traffic.

About a dozen state troopers pursued the driver, who sped onto Interstate 494, passing vehicles on the left and right shoulders. Authorities say the women threw drugs out of the vehicle during the pursuit. The chase eventually ended on Highway 169 near Jordan when the car broke down. According to the Minneapolis Police Department, the women arrested were identified as Diane Roberta Chosa and Collette Ann Hanson.

penses – increases from $14.35 million to $15.32 million. The deficit spending, which was anticipated, reduced the general fund reserves from approximately $2.65 million to $2.46 million. The overall budget, which includes food service, debt service and community service funds, includes income of $19.51 million. But the district planned to spend $19.62 million. General fund revenues of approximately $14.84 million was out-paced by $15.3 million in spending. The district’s food service fund and community service fund are also running deficits for the year.

1:1 Computer Plan

Belle Plaine School Board directors are in Watertown today for a first-hand look at how that district’s 1-to-1 computer initiative has impacted teaching and learning. Watertown-Mayer enacted its 1-to-1 program last year, thanks in part to a successful referendum that provided the

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Pro Roasting Solutions in Blakeley Township continues to function following a fire last Tuesday afternoon (April 1). But according to Belle Plaine Fire Chief Todd Otto, that may not be the case if wasn’t for the fast response of the first firefighters to arrive at the scene. “The initial engine crew knocked the fire down real quick. That’s what saved the whole building,” Otto said. Belle Plaine firefighters were called to the scene, the former Blakeley elevator site, at about 3 p.m. Otto said the fire started in a (grain/peanut) dryer and spread to the main building. No injuries were reported but the dryer was heavily damaged. Otto said there was moderate damage to the east portion of the building. Other fire departments that assisted at the scene included Jordan, Henderson, Le Sueur, New Prague, Norwood Young America and Carver. Pro Roasting Solutions employee David Dopp, who was touring the facility with an insurance inspector on Monday, said the plant is still operational and that everyone remains working. Dopp added that it could be weeks or longer before the roasting end of the business resumes. He said there is still no firm estimate on the cost of repairs and replacement equip-

ment, etc. Pro Roasting Solutions is a multi-service grain processing facility, servicing the pet food and livestock industries. It also performs grain cleaning, fumi-

gation and other services. Otto said this was not the first time his department has been called to the building. “We’ve been there several times (in recent years). Their dryers keep us busy,” he said.

Pro Roasting Solutions employee David Dopp, left, accompanied an insurance company inspector on a tour of the damage that occurred as a result of a fire on April 1. More photos on page 14.

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More Weather Contrasts (Above) Friday’s slippery, wet snow on Highway 169 contributed to a semi-truck driver losing control of the vehicle and coming to a jack-knifed stop in Mary and Ted Kornder’s yard at the highway’s intersection with Old Highway 169 Boulevard. By Sunday afternoon (below), the snow had melted and Erick Pitts (left), Andrew Baseman (right) and Nick Liles (background) used a portable basket to shoot hoops along the 300 block of South Willow Street.

Alzheimer’s Support Group Meets April 15 The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine and its Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association provide resources and a support group for community members whose lives are touched by Alzheimer’s Disease and other memory loss disorders. The monthly support groups are free and open to the public. The next meeting will be Tuesday, April 15 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Kingsway Retirement Center in the Ratzkeller Room (The Lutheran Home-Belle Plaine’s newest community for seniors). “Caring and Sharing” will be the topic. Anyone with questions can contact Sarah Beckius, LSW at The Lutheran Home: Belle Plaine at 952-873-2161. Note: Therapeutic Respite Care is available for your loved one with Alzheimer’s/Dementia for the hour while you attend Support Group Meeting.

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Participants were a blur as they sprinted from station to station Thursday during the Girls ROC program after school. The program will conclude with a 5K run in Mankato later this month. Pictured above are Abbie Perry, Kelli Reitz, Hannah Woelfel, Lauren Miller, Elizabeth Sellnow and Kaylee Shackle.

School’s Weekly Program Aims to Help Oak Crest Girls ‘ROC’

A program aiming to help girls improve their self-esteem through fitness is off and running at Oak Crest Elementary School It’s called Girls ROC (Running at Oak Crest). Each Thursday afternoon since early-March, a group of girls at Oak Crest Elementary School – third through sixthgraders – meets after school between 3 and 4 p.m. School staff led by Principal Liann Hanson talks with the girls about ways to take control of their young lives through self-confidence and making good choices while the girls enjoy a healthy snack. Last Thursday, they spoke of what it meant to find and maintain “their voice.” Many of the girls spoke of expressing who they are as people and what they believe in. “Most of them really nailed it,” Hanson said. The idea behind the program is to remind girls they can be leaders. It aims to empower them to believe in themselves and overcome challenges. Girls ROC blends helping girls improve their confidence, self-esteem and decision-making and improved fitness. “No matter who you are, anyone can run or jump. Anyone, whether you’re tall or short, whatever,” Hanson said. When she initiated the idea in late-February, Hanson hoped for 20 girls, a group small enough that she could lead it without much assistance. After word of the program spread through the school, 20 quickly became 40, then 65 and 80. The day after the first meeting, 80 swelled to 90. The day after the first program in early-March, the last eight girls joined. The growing participation –

over 20 percent of the school’s enrollment -- pushed Hanson to recruit help from 11 of the school’s teachers and para-professionals. The Thursday sessions start with attendance and a healthy snack. Last Thursday (April 3), with a snowstorm rolling into town, the girls went through a series of stations designed to increase fitness and stamina. The stations had assigned exercises at each one. They were a switch from 1- or 2-mile runs after school. From chair steps in the media center to push-ups by a bank of lockers and jumping jacks in outside the art room, the girls were allowed to run from station to station. “This is one time you can run in the halls,” Hanson told the girls.

Positive Impacts

Early returns show the program is making positive impacts on the participants. “I think the kids realize they can do things they didn’t realize they could, said Angela Kalal, a fourth-grade teacher at the school. “If a kid can do something like run further or longer than her goal, there is no telling how applying that success to other aspects of her life can impact her in the future.” Girls ROC wraps up Saturday, April 26, with a 5K run in Mankato. Hanson stresses Girls ROC is no intended as any sort of feeder program for athletic program. It’s intent, she said, is to create a pattern of fitness and improved self-esteem that will last for years. “Girls ROC has helped the girls get excited for running and exercising in a group. It’s teaching them about work ethic

and teamwork,” said Marci Greisen, a fourth-grade classroom teacher at Oak Crest. “I think one of the best aspects is that it’s teaching something they can use the rest of their lives -- running is great for you no matter your age, speed, or ability in other athletics.”

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One of the unintended benefits of Girls ROC is a sense of camaraderie at the school, Hanson said. Fifth- and sixthgraders who finish their outdoor runs are cheering on and encouraging the younger girls to do their best and keep pushing forward. She has seen benefits of the program during the school day, older girls interacting with their younger peers on the playground. “They are filled with such excitement. They cheer each other on and create such an energetic atmosphere. I am so proud of each one of them and look forward to running with them in Mankato,” said Sara Bungarden, a response to intervention (RTI) teacher at Oak Crest. Kalal said the signs Girls ROC achieves its goals will come over time. She believes it will create lasting memories. “Maybe one girl learns to persevere when the going gets tough, or maybe another girl learns to set small goals, maybe one other girl remembers that it’s her job to improve herself because no one else will ever do it for her,” she said. “Those little things will hopefully show up in the smallest ways down the road.” Hanson’s had several requests for a similar program for boys at Oak Crest. She’s considered a similar program in the future, possibly next year.

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The Girls ROC program is intended to challenge participants physically and help them improve their confidence and self-esteem. Oak Crest Principal Liann Hanson expected 20 students would sign up for the program. The program’s first meeting saw 90 girls in attendance with eight more signing up the next day. (From left) Alexis Olson, Brooke McGlinchey, Alyssa Wolfe, Arabella Koepp, Kadence Bran de Leon, Lauren Walter and MacKenzie Hoff maintained a squat during one of the stations Thursday afternoon.

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of Maui, Hawaii, Randy (Carolyn) Buesgens of Bloomington, Duane (Kristy) Buesgens of Belle Plaine; sister, Evelyn Holste of Arden Hills and sister-in-law, Mary Lou Brenke of Albert Lea; 24 grandchildren; 38 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Sylvester; four brothers; two sisters; and eight half-brothers and half-sisters.

Dolores Buesgens Dolores Buesgens, 91, of Belle Plaine, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2014 at Ridgeview Medical Center in Waconia. Funeral Service will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday at St. John Lutheran Church in Belle Plaine. Rev. Mark Johnson will officiate. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. on Wednesday at the Kolden Funeral Home in Belle Plaine and continue one hour prior to the service on Thursday morning. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery in Belle Plaine. Dolores was born on June 5, 1922 to Frederick and Violet (Payne) Brenke in Belle Plaine. She was baptized on November 2, 1924 at the First Presbyterian Church in Belle Plaine and confirmed at St. John Lutheran Church on March 21, 1937. She attended rural Belle Plaine Schools. She married Sylvester Buesgens in Belle Plaine on April 6, 1940. They moved to Richmond, CA during World War II where they worked at a shipyard before returning to Belle Plaine. She was a homemaker for many years and after the kids were older she waitressed at Annâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cafe in Belle Plaine. She also worked in the bakery of Huberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Grocery Store and at Prairie Plastics, both in Belle Plaine. Dolores enjoyed her time with her family and gardening. Dolores is survived by her children, Ty (Mary Jo) Buesgens of Belle Plaine, Del Mae (Jim) Moriarty of Shakopee, Joanne (Jim) Glynn of Farmington, Linda (Joe) Fahey of Belle Plaine, Pamela Ediger of Belle Plaine, Kevin Buesgens

Mervin Hennes Mervin Hennes, 82, of Jordan, passed away April 5, 2014, surrounded by his family as he peacefully entered the arms of God. He had been diagnosed with Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s several years ago. Mass of Christian burial is Wednesday at 11 a.m. from St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Jordan with Father Timothy Yanta officiating. Burial is at Calvary Cemetery in Jordan. Funeral arrangements are with the Wagner Funeral Home of Jordan. Mervin was born to William and Angeline (Bauer) Hennes on August 13, 1931. He grew up with nine brothers and two sisters on the family farm in Jordan. Mervin served in the US Army before becoming a dairy farmer for more than 40 years. Mervin is survived by his wife of 56 years, Julie; his children, Teresa (Scott) McKenzie, Joleen (Larry) Pieper, Cheryl (Jon) Dymit, Kevin (Lori) Hennes, Betty (Rob) Ruhland, Rose (Tom) Winkels, Patty (Jewel) Ericson, Lorie (Tim) Johnson, Cindy (Joe) Kuechle, Darlene (George) Mueller, Beverly (Jim) Hughes, Eileen (Marcus) Joseph; 45 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Spring Clothing Swap April 12 at OLP Church The annual Belle Plaine Spring Community Clothing Swap will take place Saturday, April 12 from 8 a.m. to noon at Our Lady of the Prairie Catholic Church, 200 East Church Street. The Clothing Swap is a great way to share with others in the community. You have the opportunity to donate clothing, volunteer together and shop for items of clothing for only $1 a bag. We are asking people to please go through your closets and consider sharing what you no longer need. The Swap is open to all; individuals do not need to donate in order to shop. Clothing can be dropped off and volunteers can help set up on Friday, April 11 from 3-7 p.m. All Proceeds from the Community Clothing Swap will go to the Belle Plaine Good Samaritan Fund, which helps individuals who are passing through our community and in need. Any items leftover after the Swap will be donated to Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Coat, a free store in St. Paul. The Swap is sponsored by the Our Lady of the Prairie Council of Catholic Women. For more information, contact Mary at 873-6945.

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Our Lady of The Prairie Catholic Church - Belle Plaine Fr. Michael Kaluza 952-873-6564 Wednesday, April 09 8:00 am. Rosary 8:30 am. Mass 6:30 p.m. Communal Penance 9:00 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10:00 p.m. Eucharistic Adoration Thursday, April 10 8:00 am. Rosary 8:30 am. Mass Friday, April 11 8:00 am. Rosary 8:30 am. Mass 9:00 am Stations of the Cross 1:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross 7:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross 7:30 p.m. Lenten DVD series Saturday, April 12 9:30 am Church Cleaning 4:15 p.m. Mass Sunday, April 13 Palm Sunday 8:00 am Mass 10:00 am Mass 11-1 p.m. Lenten DVD series Tuesday, April 15 8:00 am. Rosary 8:30 am. Mass 9:00 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 11:00 p.m. Eucharistic Adoration Wednesday, April 16 8:00 am. Rosary 8:30 am. Mass 9:00 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10:00 p.m. Eucharistic Adoration St. John Lutheran Church 148 S. Chestnut Street Belle Plaine, MN 56011 Pastor Mark Johnson sjlc@frontiernet.net 952-873-6492 Wednesday, April 9 5:15 Lenten Service 6:00 Soup & Sandwich 7:00 Guided Prayer 8:00 Worship Choir Friday, April 11 5:00 Girl Scouts Saturday, April 12 7:00 Weight Watchers 10:00 Shower-Gilster Sunday, April 13 Holy Communion 8:00 & 10:30 Worship 9:15 Sunday School Palm Sunday Monday, April 14 8:00 Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible Study 9:30 Rachel Circle 6:30 Boy Scouts Tuesday, April 15 1:00 Quilting Wednesday, April 16 8:00 Worship Choir St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s United Church of Christ 111 S. 6th Street, Henderson Pastor-Deb Meyer 507-248-3594 (Office) Wednesday, April 9 6 p.m. Lenten Supper 7 p.m. Lent Service Sunday, April 13 Palm Sunday 10 a.m. Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School Confirmation Graduation Congregational meeting after church-Little Giants Pre-School Monday, April 14 6 p.m. Budget & Finance Tuesday, April 15 1:30 & 6:30 p.m. Caring Circle Wednesday, April 16 7 p.m. Youth & Missions meet First Presbyterian Church 219 W. Main Street, Belle Plaine 952-873-2966 Pastor Don Genereux www.fpcbelleplaine.org fpcbelleplaine@frontiernet.net Welcome-Learn-Serve Inspirational Message Line 952-583-3302 Wednesday, April 9th 1:00 pm Bible Study & Visitations Sunday, April 13th 9:00 am worship Service & Sunday School Church council meets following worship service Wednesday, April 16th No Bible Study

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Zion Lutheran Church & School 14745 County Road 153 Cologne, MN 55322 952-466-3379 e-mail: brendathompsonzion@ gmail.com Pastor: Eric Zacharias Wednesday, April 9th 1:30 p.m. Dress Rehearsal 3:30 & 7 p.m. Lenten Service Holy Family Academy & Chapel 4:20 p.m. Lenten Supper 5 p.m. Confirmation Class Traditional Latin Mass Thursday, April 10th 10679 182nd St., 10:15 a.m. Chapel at the Harbor Belle Plaine, MN 56011 1:30 p.m. Ladies Aid/LWML (952) 873-2582 or 873-6613 7:30 p.m. K-4 Musical â&#x20AC;&#x153;iAMâ&#x20AC;? (coord.) Friday, April 11th Fr. Christopher Leith 8:10 a.m. Chapel Sundays 7:30 p.m. Confirmand Questioning 2:15 p.m. Confessions Sunday, April 13th 2:40 p.m. Rosary / 3 p.m. Mass 8:30 a.m. Bible Study Academy Mass - call for times 8:45 a.m. Sunday school for families 9:30 a.m. Worship/Communion Redeemer Lutheran Church 7 p.m. TC^2 14226 W. 280th Street, 7:30 p.m. Bible Study Henderson, Monday, April 14th Pr. Diane Goulson 8:00 p.m. Voterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Meeting 507-665-2932 Wednesday, April 16th On Highway 19, 2 miles East of 7 p.m. Confirmation Class Highway 169 7:30 p.m. Choir Practice Wednesday, April 9 5:30 p.m. Lenten Supper Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church 7 p.m. Lenten Mid-week Service 500 West Church Street Saturday, April 12 Belle Plaine, MN 56011 9:30-noon First Communion Class 952-873-6545 Sunday, April 13 Pastor John H. Meyer Palm Sunday www.trinitybelleplaine.org 8:30 a.m. Education Hour: Wednesday, April 9 Constitution 9:30 am Worship: SS Children 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Lenten Supper (Pulled Pork Sliders hosted by Sing STiC) 6 p.m. Midweek Catechism River Rock Church of the 7 p.m. Midweek Lenten Service C&MA (Usher Team 6) Senior Choir Sings PO Box 184, 8 p.m. Senior Choir Practice Belle Plaine, MN 56011 Thursday, April 10 www.riverrockchurch.com 8:25 a.m. School Chapel info@riverrockchurch.com 11:15 a.m. MLC Auxiliary Meeting Worship at Chatfield Elem. at St. Paul, Jordan @ 330 S. Market Street 5 p.m. Combined Spelling Bee Ministry Center: 7 p.m. Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Choir Practice 124 W. Main Street, BP 7:15 p.m. Budget Committee (952) 873-5453 Meeting Lead Pastor Chris Teien Saturday, April 12 Associate Pastor Dan Jetto 9 a.m. BOSE Review * denotes 330 S. Market 2 p.m. Bowling Meet at Coon ** denotes 124 W. Main St. Rapids Wednesday, April 9 Sunday, April 13 6:30-7:40 PMÂ Kids Bible Adv 9 a.m. Palm Sunday Worship ClubÂ & Jr High Youth Group* 7:00-8:30 PMÂ Sr High Youth Service (Usher Team 1/ Video: Meuleners) Group** Junior Choir sings Thursday, April 10 10 a.m. Easter Egg Hunt and Brunch 6:30 PM Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible Study (Hosted by STiC) Sunday, April 13 4 p.m. Martial Arts Class 10:00-11:15 AMÂ Worship Svc* 3:30-5:00 PMÂ Â Bible Quizzing 5:30 p.m. Open Gym Volleyball 7 p.m. Open Gym Basketball Practice** Monday, April 14 Monday, April 14 Finance Committee 7:00-8:30 PMÂ Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Divorce 7 p.m. Meeting Recovery Bible Study** 7 p.m. Stewardship Committee Wednesday, April 16 6:30-7:40 PMÂ Kids Bible Adv Meeting 7 p.m. Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible Study at ClubÂ & Jr High Youth Group* 7:00-8:30 PMÂ Sr High Youth Kingsway 7:30 p.m. Ladiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Fitness Hour Group** Tuesday, April 15 West Union Lutheran Church 7 p.m. Council Meeting 7 p.m. Trinity Knotters 15820 Market Ave. Wednesday, April 16 Cologne, MN 55315 6 p.m. Midweek Catechism Church: 952-466-5678 7 p.m. Senior Choir Practice westunion1@juno.com Pastor: Wolfgang Laudert East Union Lutheran Church Wednesday, April 9 15180 Cty. Rd. 40 6 p.m. Lenten Meal Carver, MN 55315 7 p.m. Lente Service 952-448-3450 8 p.m. Choir Sundays Saturday, April 12 9 a.m. Worship (Holy Communion 7:30 a.m. Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Group on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Sundays) Sunday, April 13 10 a.m. Fellowship Time & SS 9 a.m. Worship 8 a.m.-noon Youth Group Pancacke Brunch B.P. Fire Department 10 a.m. Easter Egg Hunt R: Wayne Mortensen Relief Association P: Sandy Johnson Monday, April 14 10 a.m. Newsletter articles due Wednesday, April 16 Kim Thaemert & Betty Leonhardt 1:30 p.m. 60+

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Letter to the Editor

Legislative Update from Kevin Dahle

(continued from page 5) The article went on to list a long litany of road construction projects that could get done if we enact this tax, including our very own pet project â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the 169 overpass in Belle Plaine. This elicits a joyous gasp from everyone in town who would do almost anything to get this built. Unfortunately there is no guarantee that this will get built even with the new tax. Furthermore, there is no guarantee that even a dime would be spent on fixing our roads. If you were to read the entire article, one of the last sentences is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Funds could also be used for transit express service.â&#x20AC;? Ah, there it is! The foundation for the classic â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bait and Switchâ&#x20AC;? that our politicians have become so used to enacting on our gullible populace. They tell their constituents about this massive horrible terrible problem that we need money for, we comply, they take the money and use it for something completely different. Then, 2 years later they tell us about the exact same massive horrible terrible problem that they still need just a little more money for, we comply, and they spend it on something completely different. Repeat ad infinitum. Exhibit A in this argument is the constitutional amendment passed in 2006 that instituted a motor vehicle sales tax allocation. The entire lead up to this vote was the pitiful condition of our roads and bridges, and if this amendment were passed we would not ever have to worry about funding for roads and bridges ever again because it was in the constitution so the money would always be there. The amendment stated that of this money â&#x20AC;&#x153;not more than 60% must be deposited in the highway user tax distribution fund, and not less than 40% must be deposited in a fund dedicated solely to public transit assistance as defined by law.â&#x20AC;? I repeat, not more than 60% spent for roads, and not less than 40% spent on trains and buses. So by my calculations, 0% spent on roads is not more than 60%.

And 100% spent on trains is not less than 40%. There is a reason the amendment was worded this way. It was to deceive voters into voting for something they NEVER would have voted for had they known what the politicians were actually intending to spend the money on. And still no one has yet to address how even $1 money spent on â&#x20AC;&#x153;transitâ&#x20AC;? (trains and busses) would do anything to fix even a single pothole in a single road. They took money that was taxed on automobile purchases and spent it not on roads and bridges, but on trains! Where else did you think our portion of this Âž of a billion dollars we are spending on the light rail projects came from? There are 4 options the county board is considering. One of them is joining the CTIB. This is pure lunacy that it is even being considered. This will levy a 1% sales tax for TRANSIT ONLY. Again, how is money spent on buses and trains going to fix or expand our roads? One of the options is for the county board to do nothing. Initially I thought this is the best option. Whenever elected officials do nothing, it is always a win for taxpayers! After careful consideration, I have changed my opinion. I want our commissioners to simply do their job. I want them to do their job of educating the people of Scott County WHY we have no money to fix our roads. The state has more than enough money to undertake every road project we could conceive. They just choose to spend it on other nonsense like trains. And then I want them to do their jobs and pressure the legislature to use the money they are already taking from us and use it for the purpose that We the taxpayers intended it be used for. Virtually no one in Scott County cares about â&#x20AC;&#x153;Transitâ&#x20AC;?. Do your job, fix our roads, and forget about taking more of our money. Jeff Schmidt, Belle Plaine

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wednesday, april 9, 2014

Last Thursday evening was not the nicest night to be out with the snow and the sleet. That did not prevent us from having a full room of music lovers for the music of Peter Ostroushko and Dean Magraw. This was our last musical program for the spring. Among the Belle Plaine residents, we had a group of five from Carver, a couple from Shakopee and one person from Helena, Montana. They started off with an Irish reel on mandolin and guitar and moved onto a variety of other tunes. April 9, 1865 is a landmark day in the history of the United States. It marks the day that the Confederated States officially surrendered, bringing the United States Civil War to an end. Estimates of soldiers lost in the fighting run around a half million. The amount of the nations wealth spent or destroyed was tremendously costly. The Civil War still sparks a lot of interest. It was among the first wars that was captured by the â&#x20AC;&#x153;new technologiesâ&#x20AC;? of photography and telegraphy. News traveled relatively fast and photo documentation was used where possible and affordable. It is a long URL: http://www.washingtonpost. com/local/maryland-man-mayhave-found-two-forgotten-photos-of-lincolns-funeralprocessi on/2014/03/19/8f5f5fa6-ade611e3-96dc-d6ea14c099f9_story.html but if you are interested, just last month, photos believed to show Lincolnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s funeral procession on April 25, 1865. You can immerse yourself in novels of that era. The â&#x20AC;&#x153;Red Badge of Courageâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gone With the Windâ&#x20AC;? are two classics that come to mind. Non-fiction books covering all aspects of that era are plentiful. If you always felt that you should know more or simply would like to know more about the Civil War, we can find many different materials for you to read and study. To sample the offerings, I went to URL: http://www.scott.lib.mn.us/ and clicked on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Web Catalog/Accountâ&#x20AC;? and typed â&#x20AC;&#x153;Civil Warâ&#x20AC;? into the search box. Seventy nine different library materials came up in this simple search. More specific searches would have given me a different group of things to search through. In any case, if you are interested, we can help you learn more about our countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history. Just stop in at your library. If you need help, please ask. We will be glad to assist you. Our Storytime for April 11, will be themed â&#x20AC;&#x153;Springtimeâ&#x20AC;?. Have your young reading enthusiasts join us at 10:30 a.m. for this event. Library Hours: Saturday: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday & Monday: Closed Tuesday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday 1-8 p.m. Thursday 1-8 p.m. Friday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. New Arrivals April 9, 2014 Adult Non-Fiction ShowTime Magic, Kareem, Riley and the Los Angeles Lakers Dynasty of the 1980s by Jeff Pearlman Master the GED Test all new content for the 2014 GED Test Petersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 28th Edition Duty: Memoirs of a Secretary At War by Robert M. Gates Rome 2014 Eyewitness Travel Ireland 2014 Eyewitness Travel France 2014 Fodorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Travel Intelligence Non-Fiction Juvenile: Inside Divergent: The Initiateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s World by Cecilia Bernard Adult Fiction The Purity of Vengeance by Jussi Adler-Olsen The Luminaries by Eleanor Catton Black Horizon by James Grippando The Drowning Spool A Needlecraft by Monica Ferris Stranded by Dani Pettrey Adult Fiction Paperback The Countess Confessions by Jillian Hunter Witness in Death by J.D. Robb Adult Fiction Talking Books on CD O Pioneers by Will Cather Juvenile A Whale of a Tale Mermaid Tales#3 by Debbie Dadey Madeline the Cookie Fairy Rainbow Magic the Sugar & Spice Fairies #5 by Daisy Meadows Lisa the Lollipop Fairy by Daisy Meadows The Notebook of doom : Day of the Night Crawlers by Troy Cummings Mr. Jack Is a Maniac by Dan Gutman Easy Cliffordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Birthday Party by Norman Bridwell DVD Hindenburg.

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With the broad topics of analyzing the budget surplus and comprehensive tax reform behind us, the Legislature is narrowing its focus on how to best appropriate the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s budget surplus. It is important that we prioritize the allocation of these funds. One of our top priorities is always the health and well being of Minnesotans, and this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Health and Human Services (HHS) Omnibus Finance Bill has a number of provisions that will create a positive impact for our state. Perhaps the most notable inclusion in the bill is the 5 percent rate increase allotted to home and community-based service providers and intermediate care facilities for those with developmental disabilities. The wage increase is a step forward in allowing for those working at these important communitybased organizations to maintain stability and continue their high quality care for those with disabilities. This $80 million initiative will affect over 100,000 Minnesotans, including those with disabilities and their caregivers, and it will directly result in an increase in the quality of life for all affected. I have been supportive of this movement for years, and I believe it is important that our hardworking caregivers be recognized for their

services. I am glad to see this legislation is moving forward. In addition, t h e bill increases funding for Homeless Youth Act programs. Every night, more than 2,500 Minnesota children are sleeping on our streets. In an attempt to curb this growing epidemic, the increase in funding will allow programs to collaborate and coordinate efforts across the state to fight youth homelessness. No child should have to endure Minnesotaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s winters without shelter. Similarly, more funds are being appropriated for the implementation of the Safe Harbor law, a statute that will bring more community safety, victim rehabilitation programs and other efforts and programs combating the problem of sexual trafficking or exploitation of Minnesotaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s children. Sadly, Minnesota remains a national hub for human trafficking, an issue that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t receive enough attention. This funding

is vital to the work we did last session, and I hope that we can continue to work on ending the sex trafficking of our youth. While I am glad these issues are being included in the HHS Omnibus Finance Bill, there are issues I wish had received funding. One of these issues was funding allotted to nursing homes. I had advocated for an increase in reimbursement notes for a nursing home in Le Sueur County. The funding would have allowed this particular facility to compete more effectively with others just across the county line. In talking with my colleagues, it was determined that this issue needs more statewide attention than just one bill in one county. I hope to continue discussion on this issue, and I hope that we can revisit this provision and come up with a solution that will help the entire state. The HHS Omnibus Finance Bill contains provisions that will improve the health and lives of many Minnesotans. The majority of these provisions have bipartisan support, and I am optimistic that the bill will eventually become law. I look forward to hearing from constituents and their stances on this bill and others, and encourage them to reach out to me with any questions or concerns they may have.

Legislative Update from Kelby Woodard Although MNsure is reporting it has met revised enrollment goals with 169,000 sign ups, the exchange has failed to reach several critical milestones by the March 31 deadline. More than half enrolled through the exchange signed up for Medical Assistance. A tax on private plans is how MNsure intends to fund the exchange going forward, and with only 47,000 private insurance sign ups, they are more than 80 percent below their original goal. Every Minnesotan must now be covered, and there will not be an open enrollment again until November of this year. Minnesota families of four will have to pay a $285 penalty for being unable to purchase insurance by the deadline, and starting in 2016 that penalty will increase to $695 per person. MNsure estimates that around 50,000 people will be fined by the IRS this year. This is quite troubling considering that thousands of Minnesotans were left in enrollment limbo by deadline, unable to get though a crashing website, long wait times and an ineffective bureaucracy. After launching last year with $160 million in taxpayer money, there is no excuse that the exchange was still facing technical problems on the last day of enrollment. While MNsure is offering an extension for the 36,000 who made a â&#x20AC;&#x153;good faithâ&#x20AC;? effort to enroll on their site, too many Minnesotans remain in limbo. People should not be punished for MNsureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s incompetence. The federal government has also noticed the massive number of problems MNsure has experienced and is calling their director to testify before the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform on April 3. The congressional panel has a number of questions about the problems MNsure has experienced, including an early data breach that left personal information of thousands susceptible to identity theft, low enrollment numbers, the abrupt departure of the first director and the functional and technical prob-

lems that continue to plague the website. MNsure has failed Minnesota and we deserve answers. The Democratsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Garbage Bill The House is voting on a large bill chock full of wasteful spending. The bill (affectionately referred to as the Garbage Bill because so many provisions have been dumped into it) is nearly 500 pages long and includes $323 million in new spending. Combining the fiscal omnibus bills from several committees, Democrats are using surplus funds to dramatically increase state spending instead of returning that hard-earned money to taxpayers. While the bill does include some positives like adding $58 to the K-12 funding formula, increasing penalties for sex offenders and funding the

5% Campaign, the bad far outweighs the good. The second year of a session usually focuses on bonding, but instead this seems to be another budget year for Democrats to squander tax dollars on pet projects. The bill adds base funding for a number of agencies and will take more out of the general fund going forward, costing taxpayers even more in the years to come.

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Thirty Years Ago This Week

he would use local labor whenever possible. Many relatives and friends helped Mrs. Louis Koepp celebrate their golden wedding anniversary. Excavation for the new basement at the Church of St. Thomas in Jessenland was well underway. It was to be used for all business and social affairs of the parish. George V. Nitz, native of Belle Plaine where he spent his boyhood, was honored by the Standard Oil Co. in recognition of his 30th anniversary with the company at Gaylord. Mrs. Alphonse Becker, nee Cathryn Huss, popular Union Hill matron, died at the age of 56.

90 Years Ago (1924)

Meet and Greet Belle Plaine Police Chief Joe Lenz greeted Coast to Coast store employee Kari Kruschke. Lenz, who began as police chief on March 1, 1984, spent much of his first month on the job getting to know the people of Belle Plaine. That Monday night was allocation night for the Belle Plaine Chamber of Commerce. A total of $9,900 in surplus Bar-B-Q Days profits was allocated. The largest recipient of funds was the softball association, which received $3,000 to help build a park shelter along the first-base line of the softball park. Two groups fighting hazardous waste disposal sites in the area would also get a big piece of the pie. MnPower, the Carver County group, would get $1,500, and MnCare, recently organized to fight a site in Scott County, would receive $1,000. German Day would be celebrated in Belle Plaine that coming Saturday, about one month after the Irish had their day in town. A number of special events were planned by some of the bar owners, including a sauerkraut eating contest and special German dishes to be served all day. Both Krantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and D & R Sportsmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bar were advertising live music for Saturday. The Henderson School Board approved a contract to allow part of the old high school building to be used as a computer training and resource center. Budd and Dolores Hagen, who lived five miles south of Belle Plaine, would use the space to show people how computers can help the handicapped. About $1,000 in cash was taken from Wilson Oil Company shortly before it was to be taken to the bank. The money was in a bank money pouch in the station safe but the door was unlocked on the safe and it is believed a young man who was hanging around the station may have taken the money. Earth Day would be revived by the Belle Plaine City Council April 17. The main emphasis was having many residents walk along the ditches and pick up bottles, cans and general garbage. The program was a cooperative effort between the city council, school and the students. Pat Fogarty, city public works director, was coordinating the drive and would be laying out the areas of collection. Louis E. Lindemeier, 78, of Belle Plaine, died April 4 at the Belle Plaine Lutheran Home.

Mr. Lindemeier was born on April 30, 1905 in Hancock Township, Carver County, to J.H. and Marie (Heuer) Lindemeier. He operated the Belle Plaine concrete block plant for many years. Belle Plaine City Attorney Phil Kanning, a resident of Shakopee, was appointed by Gov. Perpech county judge for Scott and Carver counties. He was replacing Judge John Fahey of Chaska. The Girl Scouts Cookie scare was being handled here with the aid of detectors and guards. A truck loaded with cookies was expected to arrive in Belle Plaine that Wednesday and a guard was traveling with the cookies. The Cannon Valley Girl Scout Council was inspecting each box of cookies with a metal detector prior to delivery to each town. The organization pointed out that product tampering was a federal crime and the FBI was investigating cases in Minnesota and other states. The Belle Plaine High School baseball team dropped its season opener to Jordan 12-0. Dave Erickson, Jordanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ace pitcher, threw a no-hitter and struck out 12. The Tigers committed seven errors in what was not a good start to the 1984 campaign. The Tiger softball team lost its season opener to Watertown 1915 but bounced back to defeat Waterville 21-7. In the victory, Nola Heitkamp cracked a home run, triple and a single. Melissa Malz, Judy Koepp and Debbie James each contributed three singles. Brenda Schultz pitched the win. The Tigers dropped their conference opener to Jordan 13-9 despite out-hitting the Jaguars 6-4.

60 Years Ago (1954)

The Eastern Star Chapter held a special meeting to celebrate its Golden Anniversary. The local chapter was organized in 1904. Brother Fred Tillquist acted as toastmaster, Mrs. Nellie Irwin gave a history of the chapter, Edwin Ploetz gave the dedication of the New Signet and a quartet consisting of Rob-

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ert Sass, Robert Anderson, Fred Tillquist and Rev. B.J. Swede entertained the group. The Eastern Star elected the following officers for the ensuing year: Worthy Matron, Ada Gabbert; Worthy Patron, G.S. Gabbert; Associate Patron, Robert Smith; Secretary, Nellie Irwin; Treasurer, Fred Tillquist; Conductress, Sidonia Anderson; Associate Conductress, Sybil Olson; Chaplain, Selma Christenson; Marshal, Gusta Mahlman; Organist, Thelma Tillquist; Adah, Cora Hoelz; Ruth, Barbara Elder; Esther, Marian Sass; Martha, Electa, Helen Leise; Warder, Robert Anderson; Sentinel, Garman Elder. Mrs. Nell Irwin arrived home from a trip to California, where she had been sojourning since December. She spent much time with her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. H. Barnard in the Los Angeles area. Plans for Belle Plaineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centennial were moving forward. Centennial President Tom Lynch was contracting with a Wisconsin firm for the window and street displays, which would give all display windows in town a uniform look. Robt. Anderson, chairman of the Centennial Queen contest, was proceeding with plans to make the nominations for Queen a popular contest rather than having individual businesses sponsor each Queen candidate. Fred Keup Sr., chairman of the pioneer parade, was gathering lists of available bands and other marching units so that the sponsors of such units may know what was available. Stan Orcutt reported he had 40 men signed up for the Best Beard of 1854 vintage contest. John Zaun, Helena Township, was taken suddenly ill and died on his way to the New Prague hospital. He was 68 years old. A fire set in a cornfield at the Joe Fogarty farm took off on a rampage, spreading two miles to the Jack Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien farm, where it destroyed two hog sheds and came dangerously close to the barn and other farm buildings. Death came most unexpectedly to Mrs. Roy Chard at her home in St. Lawrence Township. She was 60 years old. Construction of the new high school building was started. Bruce Olson, Mankato, in charge of construction, stated

Plans were underway to celebrate in the coming month the 50th anniversary of the present Church of Sacred Heart. The building was completed in 1874. Petitions were circulated in our rural routes protesting against the proposed raise of parcel post mailings from 5 cents a pound to 15 cents in local zones. At Zion Lutheran Church, Benton-Hancock, the following made up the confirmation class: Lawrence Telhorster, Walter Harms, Wilmar Ohland, Willard Kassen, Elsie Ortlip, Ella Greenhagen, Irene Hoffman, Edna Shenska, Paula Rehwald. Members of the Albert Schmitt family went to St. Paul to attend the funeral of Ben Rohweder. The Commercial Club described the Belle Plaine-Blakeley road as the worst in this area and named a committee to see the county engineer in regard to a new survey of the road. James McConnell, livestock buyer in this locality for many years, died at the home of his daughter in Hudson, Wis., at age 68. Born in the Keystone settlement, Blakeley Township, he spent all his adult years in the stock-buying business in this area. Veteran Bernard Stradcutter, 84, returned home from California after spending half a year there. Mrs. Henry Beckers, old-time resident of Belle Plaine, died at Rosenheim, Alberta, Canada, her death following by a few months the passing of her aged husband. Fred Keup Jr. bought the H.W. Bauer residence in Belle Plaine for $3,100 and he and his wife were to take occupancy that spring. The William Young farm of 58 acres in Jessenland was bought by Adolph Sander. The young people at East Union put on a home talent play, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Old Oaken Bucket.â&#x20AC;? The seven-year legal battle in Nicollet County over the lowering of Swan Lake was thought to have ended with the decision of the state supreme court that lake waters cannot be lowered.

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Those were the days of mud roads. It was impossible to get in or out of town without being mired. Thomas Keating, 21-year-old son of Matt Keating of Assumption, lost a hand while out hunting. He had rested his hand on the muzzle of the gun when it discharged. Relatives in large number from the Twin Cities and Wisconsin gathered here for the wedding of Gusta Luedtke and Matt Blau. The capture of 11 young wolves on the Erickson farm in St. Lawrence netted Gerhard Nachbar $55 in bounty.

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Letters to the Editor Dear Editor, Broadbandâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Is it a Government Obligation? Broadband has been a hot media topic lately. Various letters, articles, and news stories have focused on broadband and how it isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t available to many rural areas of Minnesota. Some have even used the word â&#x20AC;&#x153;broadbandâ&#x20AC;? in the same sentence as â&#x20AC;&#x153;rural electrificationâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If broadband isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t available, rural America will die!â&#x20AC;? Is this reality or just scary fiction? I own a central Minnesota broadband company and have been a leading pioneer in my industry for over 15 years. I have several issues with these discussions. Most of Minnesota is NOT underserved. For example, in Sibley County they profess to not have viable broadband options. There are at least six different private sector businesses currently offering good broadband services to this area. ConnectMN.org can confirm this. My company will be number seven. Internet access (for most areas) does not need to be funded by the government. The government has no place in this discussion other than to encourage the private sector to invest in areas that need more choices. Yes, they can become a catalystâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;but they do not need to be capital investors. The private sector can and should do the funding for broadband deployments. Broadband deployment is a perfect example of capitalism at its best. Small companies like mine can quickly provide broadband access with little or no government restriction. We can do this anywhere in the US and we have provided access to many underserved areas already with relative ease. Most people do not understand broadband. They do not understand that there are several ways to deliver fast Internet access to the user. For example, my company, using current wireless technology, can deliver over 100Mbps to our customers. Cable is capable of doing this as well. The media and proponents of government funded broadband feel that fiber is needed for everyone. While this is a noble thought, it is simply not economical nor practical to do this everywhereâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and it is not needed. The proponents of fiber argue that it is needed to move us into the future. Terrestrial wireless is the â&#x20AC;&#x153;waveâ&#x20AC;? of the future. It can deliver gigabit performance today, where it is needed, and it is only getting faster with each technology advance. It does not cost $20,000+ per mile to deploy like its fiber counterpart. Quite simply, we have access to non-fiber technology that can provide the â&#x20AC;&#x153;last mile â&#x20AC;&#x153;access to rural folks while allowing them to do everything they want on the Internet. Finally, some people are arguing that broadband (lack thereof) is stifling the economic growth of Smalltown, USA. This is simply not true. Smalltown is facing many other challenges and they are using broadband as an excuse. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s focus on the real root causes and not make excuses. Broadband, specifically wireless broadband in America, is an American Dream success story. We have been given the technology and the means to use it anywhere we want to pro-

vide competition. Competition drives prices down and quality up. Instead of looking for taxpayer handouts, we should embrace the Dream and encourage the government to become a catalyst and not a capital provider. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m living the American Dream and I love it. No thanks, I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need any government money and my company will be providing good quality access to those who need it. In conclusion, please support the American Dream by encouraging your government representatives to become a broadband catalyst and to put their wallets away for now (or longer). Kyle Ackerman, Xtratyme Technologies

To the Editor, I took on the unsavory task of attending the Scott County board meeting dealing with the proposed Â˝ cent sales tax they are considering for â&#x20AC;&#x153;transportationâ&#x20AC;? funding. To my surprise, more than half of the 12 people who spoke were in favor of the tax. I have lived in Minnesota for 11 years now, and it never ceases to amaze me the ease at which Minnesotans are separated from their hardearned dollars by politicians looking for still more money for (insert horrible impending calamity here). Beware whenever a politician says â&#x20AC;&#x153;transportationâ&#x20AC;? or â&#x20AC;&#x153;transitâ&#x20AC;? in lieu of roads and bridges. This always signals doom for the dilapidated roads and bridges the money was originally taken for, and a boon for galactically expensive yet completely useless trains or buses that no one rides. It is amusing yet completely predictable that all we heard leading up to the meeting was the poor condition of our roads and inadequate funding for them. Our own commissioner, Mr. Joe Wagner, was quoted in the Belle Plaine Herald as saying â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sorry, but there isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t enough money available through the levy and we havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t been able to get it through the state. If we want projects done, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have to come up with another way to get the money.â&#x20AC;? More evidence to support my opinion that politicians spend 100% of their time thinking of new and creative ways to take our money. Come to think of it, many of those who spoke in favor of the tax were some sort of elected official â&#x20AC;&#x201C; mayor, city council, etc. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure that was just a coincidence, though. Even so, NONE of those in favor of the tax even breathed a word about transit â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it was all about roads. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe people even realize there is a difference between â&#x20AC;&#x153;transitâ&#x20AC;? (trains and buses) and road funding. This is a fact that no doubt makes politicians as giddy as a 5-year-old on Christmas morning.

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Union Hill St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Catholic Church St. Scholastica Church Deacon Bob Wagner and visiting priests Saturday Mass at 8:15 p.m. at St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Servers: Joseph & Trenton Heubl Sunday Mass, 8 a.m. at St. Scholastica Servers: Jeremy Buszmann and Joe Schoenecker 10 a.m. at St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Servers: Nick & Abby Knutson, Ashley Entinger and Will Fahey Stations of the Cross here at St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wednesday 6:30 p.m. ***** Our visiting priest this weekend was Father Troy Przybilla, who is the head of Vocations for the Archdiocese of Minneapolis and St. Paul. Katelyn Zurn, who is attending the College of St. Benedict, came home to visit at the Dan and Audrey Zurn home in

Belle Plaine. A small crowd enjoyed the coffee and rolls after the 10 a.m. Mass. Bob, Kari and Eli Holey of New Ulm spent the weekend with Kariâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parents Jim and Lois Giesen. The New Prague Area Community Band will be part of a concert Sunday at 1:30 p.m. along with New Prague Hymnus. Union Hill musicians playing in the band are Mary Jean Halloran, Jayne Weiers, Edna Weiers, Wilfred and Carol Heinie. Humor Corner: Sage advice from the late Will Rogers 1. Never slap a man on the back who is chewing tobacco 2. There are 2 theories to arguing with a woman - neither works 3. The quickest way to doubling your money is to fold it up and put it back in your pocket 4. Lettinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; the cat outta the bag is a whole lot easier â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;n putting it back in.

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Easter Sunday morning at 9 a.m. is the next scheduled mass at St. Thomas with Father James Burns. Masses are scheduled at St. Anneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Le Sueur with Father George Grafsky officiating at 5:15 p.m. on Saturdays, and 8 and 10:30 a.m. on Sundays. Prayers and good thoughts for Dale Kessler. Dale is spending time at Abbott Northwestern Hospital after he suffered a stroke early last week. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Docâ&#x20AC;? Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connell and Pat and Kay Burns enjoyed the Polack Holiday festivities at the Green Mill in Le Sueur on April 1. This holiday was started by Fritz and Babe Plonske in 1969-70 when they ran the Green Mill. Anybody that knew Fritz and Babe have to know Babe was a little envious of the Irish celebrating St. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day and got quite excited about starting the Polack celebration. Jerry and Catherine Retka were among the many folks who enjoyed the annual Pancake and Sausage Supper at Redeemer Lutheran Sunday evening. Kirk and Michelle Hale dined with Mom, Darlene Hale.

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Bryce explains that her husband has been given an offer of employment in Des Moines, Iowa, and that they will be moving there May 1. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am fortunate to have been employed with the Belle Plaine Police Department for the past 15 1/2 years. My experiences here have been invaluable and I leave with many pleasant memories,â&#x20AC;? Bryce wrote. *Unanimously appointed Brenda Miller as a part-time officer for the Belle Plaine Police

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Jerry and Sue Voss Gill were in Henderson on business Friday afternoon, visited with friends and dined at the Roadhaus. His mother, Aggie â&#x20AC;&#x153;is doing well. Finally got over her cold.â&#x20AC;? Roger, Eileen and Adam Reak dined with friends at the Roadhaus Sunday morning after mass. One of their friends was Laurie Wetzel of Le Center. Max Sullivan and Milt Lowe enjoyed Sunday brunch at the Henderson Roadhaus. Max visited with her granddaughter Siri Olsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s classmate Katelyn Landwer of Mankato who was enjoying brunch with her mom Cari, her sister Madelyn and Grandpa and Grandma Tom and Loni Graham. Max and Milt later made a trip to the Carver Fleet Farm. From the Archives: â&#x20AC;&#x153;John Dunn of St.Thomas held an auction, having rented his farm to John Sullivan.â&#x20AC;? BPH April 2, 1924. John Dunn 1868-1954. Greetings to sisters Teresa Hagene, Mavis Kurkowski and Mom Janice Larson. Warm fresh air, dirt, sand, mud! Isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t this grand, folks? Have a great week.

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Street Improvement Project to Start Soon Belle Plaine City Engineer Joe Dunkin said property owners in this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s street, utility and sidewalk improvement project area can expect pavement removal and digging to begin soon. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The contractor (William Mueller and Sons) has stated they plan to start their construction season with this work in Belle Plaine, so be aware that this will occur as the weather allows,â&#x20AC;? said Duncan, adding that some machinery has been delivered to the area in advance of spring weight restrictions. A pre-construction meeting took place this past Tuesday. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s project area includes Raven Street between Meridian and Walnut streets, Chestnut Street between Park Street and Commerce Drive, and Cedar Street between Park Street and Commerce Drive.

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Nelson Ladd â&#x20AC;˘ Community Services Director 130 S. Willow St., Belle Plaine â&#x20AC;˘ www.belleplaine.k12.mn.us Office Hours: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone 873-2411 YOGA Kids YogaKids classes help kids connect mind and body to experience a natural state of fitness, fun and feeling great. Each YogaKids class is comprehensive, age appropriate, theme-based, and integrates movements, poses, music, and non-competitive games in the unique YogaKids method. Classes close with guided visualization and deep relaxation, leaving kids calm and centered. SESSION 3: Wednesdays, March 5-19 SESSION 4: Wednesdays, April 2-23 SESSION 5: Wednesdays, May 7-28 GRADES/TIME: Age 4 2nd Grade 6:00-6:45 pm 3rd Grade6th Grade 7:00-7:45 pm LOCATION: Oak Crest Gym INSTRUCTOR: Laura Nelson COST: $32.00 per session ($24.00 for Session 3) Belle Plaine Community Spring Youth Fair Learn how your child can get involved in sports, arts and other after-school/ summer activities. Belle Plaine High School April 12, 2014 9am-12noon Sr. Citizens Card Club Meets at Cardinal Ridge Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m. to play Euchre & 500. Treats follow. Join & have a great time. Contact Margaret Lawson (952) 8732239. TAE KWON DO This is the Korean martial art of Tae Kwon Do. Students will learn self defense, self control, history, sparring and techniques needed to test in the beginning level of Tae Kwon Do. Advanced students will continue on at their own pace. Students attending class in BP are also welcome to train at other Kroells Karate Club locations at no additional cost. SESSION 2: Wednesdays, Feb. 19-April 2 (No Class March 26) SESSION 3: Wednesdays, April 9-May 14 TIME: 6:30â&#x20AC;&#x201C;7:30 pm AGES: 5 years old and up LOCATION: Chatfield Elem. Activity Room COST: $36.00/session INSTRUCTOR: Linda Kroells

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explosion of color. In this fun camp weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll try everything from sculpting cute birds in their nest to using chalk pastels to draw a fun fox. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll even make a colorful duct tape bag to carry your stuff! Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have a blast creating lots of awesome art. For more info on Abrakadoodle, the leader in childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s art programming, go to www. abrakadoodle.com. GRADES: K-5 DATE: Wednesdays, April 16â&#x20AC;&#x201C;May 7 TIME: 3:15-4:15 pm LOCATION: Chatfield, PS Room 1 INSTRUCTOR: Abrakadoodle Staff COST: $50.00 YOUTH SOCCER PROGRAM The Youth Soccer Program is for boys and girls in Kindergarten (8U) - 4th grade. Children will learn the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, receiving and scoring. Emphasis on teamwork & fundamentals. This 4 week program will consist of a weekday practice for the K-2 program along with Saturday games. Practice and games will be held on Saturday mornings only for 3rd and 4th graders (10U). ADULT VOLUNTEER COACHES NEEDED DATES: 8U: Thursdays, May 1-2 8U/10U: Saturdays, May 3 - 31 (No Program May 15 & 24) TIMES: 8U: Thursdays 6:30-7:30 pm * K: Saturdays 9-10 am * 1st: Sturdays 10-11 am * 2nd: Saturdays 11-12 noon 10U Girls: Saturdays 9-10:30 am 10U Boys: Saturdays 10:30-12 noon LOCATION: Athletic Complex, Football Practice Field COST: $30.00 (includes t-shirt) CHILD & BABYSITTING SAFETY CLINIC The Child and Babysitting safety clinic (CABS) stresses the priority to keep you and the children you care for safe. Babysitting is not just â&#x20AC;&#x153;watchingâ&#x20AC;? the children, but being responsible for their safety and well being. When you are caring for a child, you are taking care of a parentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most prized possession. Everything in their home and your own home can be replaced â&#x20AC;&#x201C; everything, that is, except a child. This clinic is for all soon to be, or current, babysitters! We welcome boys & girls 11 years old and older to come and learn about the responsibilities of babysitting. Topics to be discussed include: age appropriate playtime, caring for a baby, how to feed and diaper a baby, basic First Aid, what to do if a child chokes, and much more! Learn the skills to earn an income and be a responsible babysitter. Please bring a bag lunch to class with you, and snacks will be provided. DATE: Saturday, May 10 TIME: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm LOCATION: District Center, Room 202 INSTRUCTOR: Shelly Juaire, Certified Safety & Health Institute Instructor COST: $45.00 VIDEO GAME DESIGN Do you enjoy playing video games? This course will give you hands-on experience developing your own game. Students working in pairs will design, create, and edit their own 2 dimensional arcade-style video game. Students work through increasingly challenging tutorials and class led projects leading them to finally take what they have learned to create their own games in the last session. You will design the action, create the characters, and edit the objectives and outcomes. Optional unlimited full version of the game creation software will be available for purchase online. Please bring a snack daily. GRADES: 3-8 DATE: Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Thursday June 23 - 26 TIME: 9:30 - 12:00 noon LOCATION: Chatfield Elem. Computer Lab INSTRUCTOR: Computer Explorers COST: $100.00 DADDY & DAUGHTER DANCE Sunday, May 4 from 2-4 pm For girls ages 3-8 accompanied by Dad, Grandpa, Uncle or Special Friend. Join us for an afternoon of dancing, pictures, crafts, snacks and more!! You never know....a fairy princess may make a surprise apprearance. LOCATION: Belle Plaine High School COST: $20.00 per couple/$25.00 per family DEADLINE: April 25

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Green Isle School Holding Annual Meeting, Fun Night Green Isle Community School is hosting its annual meeting and family fun night, Friday, April 25 at the school. Assuming there is a quorum of the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s board of directors, the annual meeting includes a vote for new and existing GICS board members, updates on the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s financial condition, and a celebration of the yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s successes. The board is seeking three new board members to be a part of the Green Isle Community School Board of Directors. The term lasts for three years. The charter schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s by-laws requires a teachersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; representative, a parent and a community member with no ties to GICS on the board. The Green Isle Community School Board meets on the third Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. Immediately following the annual meeting, from 6:45 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. is the GICS Spring Family Fun Night. Guests can choose between watching the movie, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Frozenâ&#x20AC;? and enjoying some popcorn or inline skating in the gym with some fun music. The schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Title I Advisory Council, PAC and Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Best Workforce District Advisory Committee is meeting during the evening as well. For more information, call Serenity Cox, GICS administrative assistant, at (507) 3267144 ext. 101.

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Congratulations to our Speech Team and coaches for advancing seven individuals to the State Speech Meet this Saturday at Blaine High School. The Section competition was held at Belle Plaine this past Friday afternoon and Belle Plaine speechers liked the home field setting sending twelve participants to the final round of competition. Advancing to the State Meet (requires a 1st, 2nd or 3rd place finish) with 1st place finishes were: Max Hughes â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Discussion, Jonah Meyer â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Humorous Expression Interpretation, and Jake Hartmann â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Serious Prose Interpretation. Second place finishers were Jennifer He â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Serious Prose Interpretation and Alec Lorenz, Storytelling. Third place finishers were Nick Johnson â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Humorous Expression Interpretation and Hannah Burmeister â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Serious Prose Interpretation. Congratulations to all of you on this accomplishment and good luck to everyone in State Competition! With Earth Day 2014 approaching (it is celebrated on April 22 around the world), the Belle Plaine Schools is re-committing to efforts to improve recycling across all of our facilities. The Belle Plaine School District will be making every practical effort to Go Green and use environmentally sustainable practices whenever possible. Starting next week visitors will be seeing new collection containers around the buildings and in our lunchrooms. The district goal is to have all equipment in place and all staff, students and visitors participating with recycling efforts by April 22. Belle Plaine Schools will be utilizing a "single sort" recycling system so all recycling can be collected in the blue recycling bins in classrooms and community spaces.If additional containers should be needed as we continue to refine this program and increase participation by all who enter our facilities, we will be happy to add the containers as need requires. Organics recycling will be collected only in our lunchrooms at this time. Thank you to Building & Grounds Director Jeff Heine and the Waste Management Company for their combined efforts to heighten the awareness around recycling efforts within our schools and within our communities. Please help all of us make this program a success by making conscious decisions regarding recyclable materials at all times. As always, if you have any questions about school matters, please feel free to call me at 873-2400, contact me via email at ksmith@belleplaine.k12.mn.us, via Twitter @BPTiger716 or check our website at www.belleplaine.k12.mn.us. Go Tigers!

SMSC Blood Drive April 15 The public is invited to participate in the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (SMSC) spring blood drive on Tuesday, April 15 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Dakotah Sport and Fitness in Prior Lake. Blood donors are desperately needed. According to Memorial Blood Centers, the SMSCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s blood drive partner, someone in the local community needs blood every two seconds. All blood types are needed, but especially type O, the universal donor. Each pint of donated blood can potentially save as many as three lives. In order to give blood, a donor must be healthy, weigh at least 110 pounds, be at least 17 years old and not have donated blood

in the last 56 days. Donors go through a brief screening process as part of the appointment. Please make a blood donation appointment by calling the SMSC wellness coordinators at 952-233-2965. A limited number of walk-ins will also be accepted. The entire appointment takes about an hour. SMSC blood drives among top 20 drives for Memorial Blood Centers. The SMSC has held 58 blood drive events since 1998 for Minnesota-based MemoLegal Notices rial Blood Centers, resulting in 3,377 donated units of blood. In 2013 alone, the SMSC ranked 20th in blood drive donations, with 315 units collected. Additional SMSC 2014 blood drives are scheduled for Aug. 12 and Dec, 9. PAGE TWELVE

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COUNTY HIGHWAY PROJECT Bids Close December 12, 2006 Jordan, Minnesota NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS - Sealed proposals will be received until 1:00 p.m., December 12, 2006, by Mitchell J. Rasmussen, County Highway Engineer, Scott County, Jordan, Minnesota on behalf of the Board of Commissioners of said County for the construction of the following project. Proposals will be opened and read publicly by the County Highway Engineer in the Scott County Highway Department Offices, 600 Country Trail East, Jordan, Minnesota 55352. Minimum wage rates to be paid by the Contractors have been predetermined and are subject to the Work Hours Act of 1962, P.L. 87-581 and implementing regulations. READ CAREFULLY THE WAGE SCALES AND DIVISION A OF THE SPECIAL PROVISIONS AS THEY AFFECT THIS/THESE PROJECT/PROJECTS The Minnesota Department of Transportation hereby notifies all bidders: in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Act), as amended and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Subtitle A Part 21, Non-discrimination in Federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation, it will affirmatively assure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded maximum opportunity to participate and/or to submit bids in response to this invitation, and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, disability, age, religion, sex or national origin in consideration for an award; in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, and Title 23, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 230 Subpart A-Equal Employment Opportunity on Federal and FederalAid Construction Contracts (including supportive services), it will affirmatively assure increased participation of minority groups and disadvantaged persons and women in all phases of the highway construction industry, and that on any project constructed pursuant to this advertisement equal employment opportunity will be provided to all persons without regard to their race, color, disability, age, religion, sex or national origin; in accordance with the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Minnesota Statute 363A.08 Unfair discriminatory Practices, it will affirmatively assure

that on any project constructed pursuant to this advertisement equal employment opportunity will be offered to all persons without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age; in accordance with the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Minnesota Statute 363A.36 Certificates of Compliance for Public Contracts, and 363A.37 Rules for Certificates of Compliance, it will assure that appropriate parties to any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement possess valid Certificates of Compliance. If you are not a current holder of a compliance certificate issued by the Minnesota Department of Human Rights and intend to bid on any job in this advertisement you must contact the Department of Human Rights immediately for assistance in obtaining a certificate. The following notice from the Minnesota Department of Human Rights applies to all contractors: â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is hereby agreed between the parties that Minnesota Statute, section 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules, parts 5000.3400 to 5000.3600 are incorporated into any contract between these parties based on this specification or any modification of it. A copy of Minnesota Statute 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules, parts 5000.3400 to 5000.3600 is available upon request from the contracting agency.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is hereby agreed between the parties that this agency will require affirmative action requirements be met by contractors in relation to Minnesota Statute 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules 5000.3600. Failure by a contractor to implement an affirmative action plan or make a good faith effort shall result in revocation of its certificate or revocation of the contract (Minnesota Statute 363A.36, Subd. 2 and 3).â&#x20AC;? A minimum goal of 12.03% Good Faith Effort to be subcontracted to Disadvantaged Business Enterprises. Grading, Base, Paving, Lighting, Sewer, Watermain and Prefab Bus Shelter CP 18-07, SP 70-596-002, CR 18, located near CSAH 18 and Trunk Highway 169 in the City of Shakopee. Major quantities of work are approximately as follows: Light Poles, 32; Brick Pavers 13,680 SF; Concrete Walk 15,247 SF; Concrete Curb and Gutter 7,827 LF; Common Exc. 33,210 CY; Aggregate Base (CV) Class 6,030 CY; Sanitary Sewer 1,032 LF; Storm Sewer 1,143 LF; Concrete Paving 2,559 SY; Type MV 4 Wearing Course Mixture 870 Ton; Type MV 3 Wearing Course Mixture 2800 Ton; and MV3 Non Wearing Course Mixture 3,465 Ton. Proposals, plans and specifications may be examined at the office of the County

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NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: December 23, 2003 ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $465,000.00 MORTGAGOR: Anderson Family Homes, a Minnesota partnership. MORTGAGEE: ProGrowth Bank, a Minnesota corporation. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Mortgage, Assignment of Leases & Rents, Security Agreement and Fixture Financing Statement filed on December 29, 2003 in the office of the County Recorder of Scott County, Minnesota as Document No. A639825, which mortgage was modified by a certain Modification of Mortgage dated September 7, 2004 and filed September 22, 2004 as Document No. A672396. LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot 2, Block 2, Hickory Hollow. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Scott AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE,

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Cologne OKs Street Work, Tells Enrollment Dip Causes Increase In Minnesota Minnesota UFC It May Raze Historic Building B.P. Schools’ 2013-14 Budget Deficit The Cologne City Council approved downtown street improvement work Monday evening. The council selected William Mueller & Sons of Hamburg for mill-and-overlay work to 677 feet of Jacob Avenue, 704 feet of John Avenue and 396 feet of Market Street. The company will mill off three inches of old bituminous roadway and replace it with new, compacted bituminous material. Cologne will pay $73,312 for the work. It’s work the city planned and included in the 2014 budget. It should be completed before Glad Days in lateJuly, he said.

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Cologne’s new city logo. ing an investment in the downtown mill site and the council can’t rightfully force it to spare the building it owns since the building is not on the National Register of Historic Places. It is a slab-on-grade building dating back to 1898. “You’ve got to go with it,” he said. “We don’t own it.” Previously, Marcia Tellers, a former longtime member of the Cologne Planning Commission and local historian said there would be opposition to razing the building from longtime residents. The building has served a variety of uses over the years, including a mortuary, a furniture store, a hardware store and a hatchery. In February, Lein told Jeff Nielsen, UFCs general manager and CEO, the council would catch significant flack if the building were demolished and that the council had made it clear it wanted the building preserved. The cost of its relocation has ended that plan. The city can’t justify the additional expense and doesn’t want to impede the coop’s plans to improve the site, Lein said. UFC is planning a $3 million investment. Its plans include bringing new jobs to Cologne. “UFC will bring something into town,” Williams said. “You’ve got to start going with it.” If UFC razes the building, Lein wants bricks preserved and somehow incorporated into the area.

Deeming the cost of relocating the historic antique store building adjacent to the Cologne Mill to be too expensive, the council is telling United Farmers Cooperative it can proceed with its plans to remove the building from the site. UFC initially said it wanted to remove the building as part of its expansion plans for the mill site. The council balked at the plan, noting the historic significance of the building in downtown Cologne. It wanted the building preserved and relocated. “Our little adventure wanting to move it kind of fell in our face,” Mayor Matt Lein said. A preliminary check of moving the building indicated the cost would be at least $40,000 and as much as $100,000 – money the city did not include in its 2014 budget. The city also has no place where the building could be easily moved. Councilor Scott Williams said there are four or five vacant Cologne’s Best Offer buildings in the downtown area The city council recently ofthat “to put it mildly” need to be fered Carver County $5,000 for improved. He said UFC is mak-

the house and lot at 105 Paul Avenue N. Hendel informed the council the county declined Minnesota the offer. He said the county, which controls the property, wants a higher offer. The small house on a 4,356 square-foot lot has an estimated market value of $32,000. The city is interested in the lot for possible redevelopment. The house has been for sale for about five years and is currently vacant. A rough estimate indicated the city would have to pay an additional $10,000 to $12,000 to raze the 871 squarefoot house built in 1880. “For that cost, I’m thinking no,” Williams said. “Yes, it would have been nice to start cleaning up main street.” Hendel said he’d inform the county the council’s $5,000 offer is firm.

In other action at the April 7 meeting, the Cologne City Council: • Paid bills totaling $71,037.89. • Approved an official city logo. Initially, it will be used for letterhead, envelopes and possibly staff polo shirts. • Approved the purchase of a 2014 Exmark 72 inch diesel mower with striper and dethatcher for $12,125.40. The sale to UFC Waconia Farm Supply includes trade-in of a 2002 Exmark diesel mower with 2,000 hours of mowing time. • Awarded a bid for repairs to the public works building to Vos Construction of Green Isle for $6,939. • Approved a plan to utilize the soccer fields southwest of city hall. They will be used by the Central School District’s (Norwood Young America) Community Education program during the spring and fall.

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• Belle Plaine Run Club, an informal running club for participants who desire to run, socialize, and motivate. For more information and times, call (952) 486-1903. • City Council Meeting on April 7 at 6 p.m. at Belle Plaine Government Center. • School Board Meetings at Junior High Library ~ 2nd Monday of each month: meetings are scheduled as a work session; 4th Monday of each month: Regular business meetings for the board, Finance starts at 5:30 p.m. and regular at 6 p.m. For more information or if a holiday interferes, call (952) 873-2400 or go online at www.belleplaine.k12.mn.us • Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women now has free on-site childcare available during weekly evening and daytime women's support groups. If you or someone you know is or has been a victim of domestic violence, please call SVA at (952) 873-4214 for more information regarding the times and locations of the groups. • Senior Citizens Meet Wednesdays & Fridays Cards are played at 1 p.m. at Cardinal Ridge Apts. Mondays: Mom's/Women's Prayer Group: Meeting from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Call Amy for details and location (952) 484-9100. Tuesdays: Wednesdays: BP Rotary at 12 noon at Kingway Retirement Living (Ratzkeller Room) Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Sundays: AA Closed Meetings on Wednesday and Friday at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 7 p.m. Also, NA Meeting open on Tuesday at 7 p.m. and Al Anon Wednesday nights 8 p.m. Thursdays: Belle Plaine Knitting Group meets at Kingsway Living Center from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Fireside Room or in the Art Gallery. Open to all ages and skill levels. Knitters and crocheters welcome. Sundays: BINGO at the Vet's Club. Starting at 7:30 p.m. Public welcome. 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each Month: Support Groups for Families meet at the Valley Green Workforce Center in Shakopee at 6:30 p.m. and is for families who have a relative with a mental illness. The group is led by trained facilitators who also have a familyThe member with mental illness. The support groups help families develop better coping skills and find strength Minnesota through sharing experiences. For information, call (952) 890-1669. 1st Tuesday of the Month: Belle Plaine Lions/Board of Directors meet at Borough Bowl in Belle Plaine, at 6:30 p.m. • Area Separated & Divorce Support Group from 7-8:30 p.m. at St. Wenceslaus Church, lower level, in New Prague. Call Deacon Bob Wagner (952) 758-0463 or Mary (952) 873-6781 for more information. 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each Month: Area Separated and Divorce Support Group meets at St. Wenceslaus Church, lower Display Adlevel, New Prague RANTEE WEEKLY 7-8:30 p.m. Call Mary (952) 873-6781 for more information. Network LY SAFETY/ATTENDANCE 1st Wednesday of each Month: B.P. Borough Riders Snowmobile Club meets at Sparetime Tavern in Belle PlaineYour at 7 p.m. newspaper Monday of the HARD Month: Support Group: Women's for has agreed to Connection parG FOR A4th DEDICATED WORKER. Cancer. For more information contact the ticipate 'Ask St. Francis' info.2x2 line @ (952) in the Tractor-Trailer 403-2000Driver needed for a Private Display Ad Network 2nd in Tuesday of the Month: Belle make Plaine Lions/General Membership ation based Rogers, MN. Drivers program by running Meeting at Duets in Belle Plaine, at 7 p.m. eries to Walgreen’s stores Tuesday thru • Minnesota Valley Riders Saddle Clubthese (MVR) adsmonthly in themeeting main at 7:30 with somep.m. layovers team runs. at Neil's&Pub Rustic Room. Join in news planning and participating section of your in area related must be horse willing & activities. able to unload freight. newspaper (not the • Valley Garden Club: meets monthly. Location varies, see bpgardeners.blogspot. com or call Anne Buesgens (507) 248-3666. classified section of arn $21.75/hr (OT after 8 hours) or $0.4075/mi 2nd Wednesday of the Month - Scottyour Soil newspaper). and Water Conservation At ntal, & Health District Insurance Board of Supervisors monthly times, meeting at 8advertisers p.m. at their office in the Scott County Extension and Conservation Center at the Scott County maycall request Fairgrounds in Jordan. For more information, Shelly aatspecif(952) 873-5412. idays & Vacation icmeet section. • The Belle Plaine Friends of the Library at 6:00However, p.m. at the Library. 2nd Thursday of the Month: Sons of the the American American decisionLegion, is ultimust be over years old, have 18 months Legion23 & Auxiliary Mtg. at 7 p.m. at themately Vet's Club.up to each r trailer exp or 64th months T/T expMonth: with aNew Prague Area Toastmasters 2nd and Thursday of each newspaper. Ads may meet from 7-8 p.m. at the New Prague City Hall, 118 Central Ave. No. Join ficate from an accredited driving school, need to be decreased to develop and enhance your speaking, communication, and leadership skills. & meetFor allmore DOT requirements. information, call Carolyn at (952) 873-4489. slightly in size to fit 2nd Friday the Month: Steak Fry atyour the Belle Plainesizes. Vet’s Club, Steak e email resume toofb.kriel@callcpc.com column or Shrimp, 5:30-8 p.m. ontact CPC Logistics at 800-914-3755 2nd Saturday of the Month: B.P. Historical Society Open Meeting at 9:30 a.m. at the Historical House Muesum. Please do not bill for 3rd Monday of the Month: Vet's Club Meeting at 7:30 p.m.have at the Club. these ads. If you 3rd Tuesday of the Month: Sportsman's Club Meeting at the Vets Club in questions, please call Belle Plaine at 7 p.m. For more information, call Maynhardt (952) 873-4395. MNA at 800/2793rd Thursday of the Month: VFW Auxiliary meeting at 7 p.m. at the Vets Club. VFW Men at 7:30 p.m. at the Club.2979. Thank you.

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(continued from page 1) who are struggling with profi- ment gap for all students. A ciency on their MDE math as- summary of this plan will be sessments, participate in joint submitted to the state and an retreats with Nicollet and Sib- annual review of progress will ley East for kindness, courage, be performed. The plan still has respect and responsibility mes- several missing components at sages. this time. • Approved draft of the World’s • Approved a final reading and Best Work Force plan. This enacted a policy on district testplan is a summation of various ing and procedures. The board district initiatives that seek to also gave preliminary approval increase kindergarten student to policies addressing testing readiness, ensure all students accommodations, modifications are reading proficiently by third and exemptions; school district grade, improve the graduation system accountability; on-line In other action at the March rate and decrease the achieve- learning options. 31 school board meeting, the Belle Plaine School Board: • Paid March bills totaling $1,985,459.91. • Recognized members of the robotics team that participated in a regional competition earlier this spring. • Heard a presentation on the NearPod app from Natalie Nelson, junior-senior high school language arts teacher. She dememail us). Intro to Paper Cutting onstrated the use of technology With Judy Case - Thurs. April Girl’s Tea in the classroom in a manner 17, 7-8pm Sat. May 3, 1:30-3pm that encourages participation The art of paper cutting in this Bring your doll to the muand engagement by all stuintroductory course is taught by seum for an afternoon of fun. dents. • Accept the retirement request local artist Judy Case. Learn the We will make a special craft of Cheri Hanna, Oak Crest spe- tools and techniques needed, and enjoy tea and treats in the cial education teacher effective and practice making your own Stans House. $8 per person, at the end of the 2014 school paper creations. Participants limited space so registration is will need to bring a small pair of required, call 952-445-0378 or year. • Accept the resignation of scissors and a pencil. All other email us. Photo Preservation Jane Claggett, junior-senior supplies provided. The cost is high school office secretary, ef- $5 per person. You can register Workshop through Shakopee Community fective April 7. Thurs. May 8, 7-8pm Education. • Accept the resignation of Learn how to preserve your Save Our Stories! Oral Jean Mata, Oak Crest Elementreasured family photos in this History Workshop tary School special education workshop taught by SCHS para-professional, effective Thurs. April 24, 7-8pm Executive Director Kathleen April 10. In this workshop taught by Klehr. Participants may bring • Accept the resignation of Ha- SCHS Executive Director ley Smith, junior varsity dance Kathleen Klehr, you will learn photos and albums to this free program for preservation adteam coach. how to collect and save your vice. • Accept the resignation of Jill family stories, from preparing Ice Cream Social Provancha as the junior high questions to conducting interSat. June 14, 1:30-3pm dance team coach. views to learning what to do • Accept the resignation of with the stories once you have Enjoy sweet ice cream treats John Garvey as the B-squad them. The cost is $5 for non- and outdoor games in the Stans boys’ basketball coach. SCHS members, free for SCHS Garden. It’s free. Museum ad• Approve the volunteer coach- members. Register through mission is also free this date. es for the spring season: Golf, Prior Lake-Savage Community All Things Books Becky Koepp and Mike Pinga- Education or Shakopee ComThe Minnesota Book Club lore; baseball, Mike Schultz, munity Education. meets at 6:30pm, the third Dennis Lawson, Matt Schultz, Birthday Party Kids Kraft Thursday of each month at Jason Ladd, Matt Ruehling, SCHS. Readers Welcome! Trevor Latzke and Zach Juaire. Sat. April 26, 10:30 - 11:25 Quilters • Approved a Belle Plaine We’re reading “A Little House third-grader to attend Min- Birthday” by Laura Ingalls The Scott County Crazy Quilnetonka Schools effective Wilder and exploring birthday ters meet at 6pm the fourth traditions. Program includes Thursday of each month. All March 12, 2014. • Approved a New Prague story and craft activity. This types of handcrafters from kindergarten student to con- event is free but registration is beginners to masters are weltinue enrollment in Belle Plaine required (call 952-445-0378 or come. Schools through the end of the 2013-14 school year. • Approved the district’s achievement and integration plan. The district has working Home Building & Remodeling for three years with Nicollet and Sibley East schools. The LLC program will receive $60,560 in revenue next year based on MDE estimates. The major components of the plan are to hire a two-thirds time math teacher to assist those students Email - Gary2731@hotmail.com funding. Teachers from Belle Plaine have already visited Watertown-Mayer to see how a 1-to-1 initiative works. The school board will continue discussions on the proposal in Belle Plaine at a workshop Monday (April 14, 6 p.m.) in the District Center. 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Legal Notices CITY OF BELLE PLAINE PUBLIC NOTICE VACATE PORTION OF ALLEY IN BLOCK 96 BETWEEN WILLOW STREET AND MERIDIAN STREET The Belle Plaine City Council will conduct a public hearing on Monday, April 21, 2014 at 6:05 p.m., or as soon thereafter as person may reasonably be heard, in the council chambers at City Hall, 218 North Meridian Street, Belle Plaine, Minnesota 56011. The purpose of the hearing is to receive and consider public comment on a request by Gerald and Jaclyn Smith, 28118 Scenic Byway, Belle Plaine, MN, to vacate a portion of the alley between Willow Street and Meridian Street, adjacent to Lots 1, 2, 8 and 9, Block 96, Original Plat of Belle Plaine. All oral and written comments will be heard at this time or may be mailed or delivered to the City of Belle Plaine, 218 North Meridian Street, P.O. Box 129, Belle Plaine, MN 56011. Dated this 7th day of April, 2014. Chelsea Alger Community Development Director Published in the Belle Herald on Wednesdays, April 9 and 16, 2014.

CITY OF BELLE PLAINE BOARD OF APPEAL AND EQUALIZATION ASSESSMENT NOTICE Important Information Regarding Assessment and Classification of Property This may affect your 2015 property taxes NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Appeal and Equalization of the City of Belle Plaine in Scott County, Minnesota, shall meet at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, April 21, 2014 at City Hall, 218 North Meridian Street, Belle Plaine, MN. The purpose of the meeting is to determine whether taxable property in the jurisdiction has been properly valued and classified by the assessor, and to determine whether corrections need to be made. If you believe the value or classification of your property is incorrect, please contact your assessor’s office to discuss your concerns. If you are still not satisfied with the valuation or classification after discussing it with your assessor, you may appear before the local board of appeal and equalization. The board shall review the valuation, classification, or both if necessary, and shall correct it as needed. Generally, an appearance before your local board of appeal and equalization is required by law before an appeal can be taken to the county board of appeal and equalization. Dawn Meyer, Interim City Administrator. Published in the Belle Herald on Wednesdays, April 9 and 16, 2014.

Notice of Local Board of Appeal and Equalization Open Book Meeting When: Wednesday, April 16, 2014 1:00 PM Where: Jessenland Town Hall 32506 Scenic Byway, Henderson, MN Appointment requested call 507237-4078 by April 14th. Maynard Rucks Clerk Jessenland Township Published in the Belle Herald on Wednesday, April 9, 2014.

Belle Plaine Township Important Information Regarding Assessment and Classification of Property. This may affect your 2015 property taxes. Notice is hereby given that the Board of Appeal and Equalization for Belle Plaine Township shall meet on April 24, 2014, at 7:00 p.m., at the Township Garage, 25130 Hickory Blvd. The purpose of this meeting is to determine whether taxable property in the jurisdiction has been properly valued and classified by the assessor, and to determine whether corrections need to be made. If you believe the value or classification of your property is incorrect, please contact your assessor’s office to discuss your concerns. If you are still not satisfied with the valuation or classification after discussing it with your assessor, you may appear before the local board of appeal and equalization. The board shall review the valuation, classification, or both if necessary, and shall correct it as needed. Generally, an appearance before your local board of appeal and equalization is required by law before an appeal can be taken to the county board of appeal and equalization. Jean McDermand Belle Plaine Township Clerk Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesday, April 9, 2014.

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PAGE ten Minnesota Secretary of State Certificate of Assumed Name Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 File Number 73915000003 Filed February 27, 2014 1. List the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: Anchor Glass 2. Principal Place of Business; 4108 Valley Industrial Boulevard North Shakopee, MN 553797 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address. Ardagh Glass Inc. 401 E. Jackson St., Ste. 2800 Tampa, FL 33602 4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. Dated: February 25, 2014 signed, James P. Warner, Secretary Stephanie Burton, Contact Person (813) 880-2167 Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, April 2 and 9, 2014.

State of Minnesota County of Scott District Court Judicial District: 1st Court File Number: 70-CV-14-4474 Case Type: Name Change Notice of hearing by publication (minor name change) minn. stat. 259.10 In the Matter of the Application of: Maria Loreto Fernandez On Behalf of: Cassandra Raygoza To: Carlos Alberto Raygoza Pinedo (Name of parent to be notified) Last known address: Mexico An Application for Name Change has been filed by Maria Loreto Fernandez for a change of name for the minor child Cassandra Raygoza to Cassandra Fernandez. A hearing on this Application will be held at 200 Fourth Ave. West, Shakopee, MN 55379 on 4-17-14, at 9:00 a.m. You may obtain a copy of the Application for Name Change from Scott County Gov’t. Center, 200 Fourth Ave. W., Shakopee, MN 55379. If you do not appear at the scheduled hearing, the Petitioner’s Application for a Name Change for the minor child may be granted. Dated: 3-19-14 Filed in Scott County Courts March 19, 2014 By: Heather M. Kendall Court Administrator By: Linda Guimmond Deputy Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, March 26 and April 2 and 9, 2014.

ADDRESS: 486 Minnesota Street South, Shakopee, MN 55379 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 270970180 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 6, Block 3, Macey Second Addition, according to the plat thereof on file and of record in the Office of the Registrar of titles, Scott County, Minnesota. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Scott ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $124,699.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $132,272.07 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: April 17, 2014 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Sheriff of Scott County, Civil Unit, 301 South Fuller Street, Shakopee, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys' fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on October 17, 2014, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None "THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR'S PERSONAL R E P R E S E N TAT I V E S OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED." Dated: February 12, 2014 U.S. Bank National Association Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 19 - 13-003676 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Belle Herald on Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26 and April 2 and 9, 2014.

Township of Blakeley County of Scott State of Minnesota Important Information Regarding Assessment and Classification of Property This may affect your 2015 property taxes. Notice is hereby given that the Board of Appeal and Equalization for Blakeley Township shall meet on Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at 7:00 PM at the Blakeley Town Hall, 15016 West 250th Street, Belle Plaine, Minnesota 56011. The purpose of this meeting is to determine whether taxable property in the jurisdiction has been properly valued and classified by the assessor, and to determine whether corrections need to be made. If you believe the value or classification of your property is incorrect, please contact your assessor’s office to discuss your concerns. If you are still not satisfied with the valuation or classification after discussing it with your assessor, you may appear before the local board of appeal and equalization. The board shall review the valuation, classification, or both if necessary, and shall correct it as needed. Generally, an appearance before your local board of appeal and equalization is required by law before an appeal can be taken to the county board of appeal and equalization. Maureen Busse Blakeley Township Clerk Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, April 9 and 16, 2014.

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF SCOTT DISTRICT COURT Probate division FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 70-PR-14-4125 Notice of informal probate of will and informal appointment of personal representative and notice to creditors In Re: Estate of Jeanne M. Sunder aka Jeanne Sunder aka Jeanne Mary Sunder Decedent. Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated January 20, 2006. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Timothy M. Collins, whose address

is 3071 Maple Drive, Prior Lake, MN 55372, to serve as the personal representative of the decedent’s estate. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Any objection to the appointment of the personal representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection. Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters testamentary, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the decedent. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: April 2, 2014 Filed in Scott County Courts April 2, 2014 By: Heather M, Kendall Registrar By: Delores A. Beussman Deputy Court Administrator Terrie Lewis Law Office, P.A. Terrie M. Lewis License No.: 0321618 6600 France Avenue South Suite 465 Edina, MN 55435 Phone: 952-345-8282 Fax: 952-920-2209 Email: tlewis@terrielewislawoffice.com Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, April 9 and 16, 2014.

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: April 25, 2005 MORTGAGOR: Charles D Breems and Julane C Breems, husband and wife. MORTGAGEE: Argent Mortgage Company, LLC. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Filed May 16, 2005, Scott County Registrar of Titles, Document No. T167005 on Certificate of Title No. 43420.0. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee, in trust for the registered holders of Park Place Securities, Inc., Asset-Backed PassThrough Certificates, Series 2005WCW2. Dated June 7, 2012 Filed June 19, 2012, as Document No. T216183. Said Mortgage being upon Registered Land. TRANSACTION AGENT: NONE TRANSACTION AGENT'S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: NONE LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Argent Mortgage Company, LLC RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Select Portfolio Servicing, Inc. MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 853 Minnesota Street South, Shakopee, MN 55379 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 270080460 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot Nineteen (19), Except the north Twenty-five (25) feet thereof; all of Lot Twenty (20); Block Three Hundred Twelve (312), Wermerskirchen's Addition, Shakopee, Scott County, State of Minnesota. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Scott ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $218,700.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $342,077.83 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: May 8, 2014 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Sheriff of Scott County, Civil Unit, 301 South Fuller Street, Shakopee, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys' fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on November 10, 2014, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None "THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR'S PERSONAL R E P R E S E N TAT I V E S OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE

REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED." Dated: March 4, 2014 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Trustee Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 38 - 14-001434 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Belle Herald on Wednesdays, March 12, 19, 26 and April 2, 9 and 16, 2014.

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTIFICATION OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PERIOD PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That default has occurred in the conditions of the mortgage dated April 21, 2006, executed by Daryl J. Dice and Vicki L. Dice, husband and wife, as mortgagors, to TCF National Bank, a national banking association, as mortgagee, recorded in the office of the County Recorder of Scott County, Minnesota, on May 2, 2006, as Document No. A 737083, which mortgage conveyed and mortgaged the following described property, situated in the County of Scott and State of Minnesota, which property has a street address of 8940 West 137th Street, Savage, Minnesota 55378, and tax identification number 262840080: Lot 8, Block 1, Hamilton Hills 3rd Addition. Together with all hereditaments and appurtenances belonging thereto. That the original principal amount secured by said mortgage was $165,300.00; that there has been compliance with any condition precedent to acceleration of the debt secured by said mortgage and foreclosure of said mortgage required by said mortgage, any note secured thereby, or any statute; that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law to recover the debt remaining secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; that there is claimed to be due upon said mortgage and is due thereon at the date of this notice, the sum of $160,018.26 in principal and interest. That by virtue of the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the said mortgage will be foreclosed by the sale of the above described premises with appurtenances, which said sale will be made by the Sheriff of Scott County, Minnesota, at the Sheriff’s office in the Law Enforcement Center, 301 Fuller Street South, Shakopee, Minnesota, on May 6, 2014, at 10:00 o’clock a.m., at public auction to the highest bidder, to pay the amount then due on said mortgage, together with the costs of foreclosure, including attorneys’ fees as allowed by law, in accordance with the provisions of said mortgage. The time allowed by law for redemption by the mortgagors, their personal representatives or assigns, is six (6) months from the date of said sale. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: NONE THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. If the mortgage is not reinstated under Minn. Stat. §580.30 or redeemed under Minn. Stat. §580.23, the mortgagor must vacate the mortgaged property by 11:59 p.m. on November 6, 2014, unless the foreclosure is postponed pursuant to Minn. Stat. §580.07, or the redemption period is reduced to five (5) weeks under Minn. Stat. §582.032. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT BY A DEBT COLLECTOR. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DATED: March 19, 2014 TCF National Bank FOLEY & MANSFIELD, P.L.L.P. By: Karl K. Heinzerling Atty. No. 142475 Attorneys for Mortgagee 250 Marquette Avenue, Suite 1200 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, March 19, 26 and April 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2014.

COUNTY HIGHWAY PROJECT Bids Close May 6, 2014 Jordan, Minnesota Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received at the Office of the County Engineer of Scott County, 600 Country Trail East, Jordan, Minnesota 55352, until 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 6, 2014 for construction of the following: Scott County State Project SP 070-596-005 County Project CP 79-10 County Project Number CP 7910/SP 070-596-005, CR 79 from 500’ South of Vierling Drive to 400’ North of Vierling Drive in the City of Shakopee. The project consists of Roundabout, Grading, Surfacing, Concrete Curb & Gutter, Storm Sewer, Signing, and appurtenant work. Minimum wage rates to be paid

by the Contractors have been predetermined and are subject to the Work Hours Act of 1962, P.L. 87581 and implementing regulations. READ CAREFULLY THE WAGE SCALES AND DIVISION A OF THE SPECIAL PROVISIONS AS THEY AFFECT THIS PROJECT The Minnesota Department of Transportation hereby notifies all bidders: in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Act), as amended and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Subtitle A Part 21, Non-discrimination in Federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation, it will affirmatively assure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded maximum opportunity to participate and/or to submit bids in response to this invitation, and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, disability, age, religion, sex or national origin in consideration for an award; in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, and Title 23, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 230 Subpart AEqual Employment Opportunity on Federal and Federal-Aid Construction Contracts (including supportive services), it will affirmatively assure increased participation of minority groups and disadvantaged persons and women in all phases of the highway construction industry, and that on any project constructed pursuant to this advertisement equal employment opportunity will be provided to all persons without regard to their race, color, disability, age, religion, sex or national origin; in accordance with the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Minnesota Statute 363A.08 Unfair discriminatory Practices, it will affirmatively assure that on any project constructed pursuant to this advertisement equal employment opportunity will be offered to all persons without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age; in accordance with the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Minnesota Statute 363A.36 Certificates of Compliance for Public Contracts, and 363A.37 Rules for Certificates of Compliance, it will assure that appropriate parties to any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement possess valid Certificates of Compliance. If you are not a current holder of a compliance certificate issued by the Minnesota Department of Human Rights and intend to bid on any job in this advertisement you must contact the Department of Human Rights immediately for assistance in obtaining a certificate. The following notice from the Minnesota Department of Human Rights applies to all contractors: “It is hereby agreed between the parties that Minnesota Statute, section 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules, parts 5000.3400 to 5000.3600 are incorporated into any contract between these parties based on this specification or any modification of it. A copy of Minnesota Statute 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules, parts 5000.3400 to 5000.3600 is available upon request from the contracting agency.” “It is hereby agreed between the parties that this agency will require affirmative action requirements be met by contractors in relation to Minnesota Statute 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules 5000.3600. Failure by a contractor to implement an affirmative action plan or make a good faith effort shall result in revocation of its certificate or revocation of the contract (Minnesota Statute 363A.36, Subd. 2 and 3).” The approximate quantities of the major work for Contract CP 79-10/ SP 070-596-005 are as follows: MOBILIZATION, LS 1; TYPE SP 12.5 WEARING COURSE MIX (3,B), TON 549; CONCRETE MEDIAN, S Y 525 The Contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. Proposals, plans and specifications may be examined at the office of the County Highway Engineer at 600 Country Trail East, Jordan, MN 55352. SEE THE STATE WEBSITE (https://eadvert.dot.state.mn.us) FOR ALL OF OUR PROJECT LETTINGS. SIGN UP WITH ConneX ON THE COUNTY EGRAM WEBSITE (https://egram.co.scott. mn.us) TO DOWNLOAD PROPOSAL AND PLANS AT NO CHARGE. Bids must be accompanied by a certified check made payable to the Scott County Treasurer, or a corporate surety bond made in favor of Scott County, for at least 5% of the amount of the bid. The County Board of Commissioners reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids and to waive any defects therein. Dated April 4, 2014 Scott County Auditor/Treasurer Courthouse 200 4th Avenue West Shakopee, MN 55379 Mitchell J. Rasmussen Scott County Engineer Physical Development 600 Country Trail East Jordan, MN 55352 Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, April 9, 16 and 23, 2014.

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(continued from previous page) NOTICE OF CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION LIEN FORECLOSURE SALE WHEREAS, default has been made in the terms and conditions of the Declaration of Condominium of Shenandoah Place C.I.C. No. 1071 (henceforth the Declaration) dated February 25, 1999 and recorded in the Office of the Registrar of Titles in and for Scott County, Minnesota on May 3, 1999 as Document No. T103551 as amended which said Declaration covers the following described property situated in the County of Scott and State of Minnesota, to-wit: Unit 53, Common Interest Community No. 1071, Condominiums of Shenandoah Place, Scott County, Minnesota, according to the plat thereof on file or of record with the Office of the Scott Registrar of Titles. (This is Torrens Property, Certificate of Title No. 38043.) Street address: 2373 Flamingo Drive, Shakopee, MN 55379 PID # 272720530 WHEREAS, pursuant to said Declaration, there is claimed to be due and owing as of the date of this Notice by Patty J. Halligan f/n/a Patty J. Vavorsky as unit owner, to Condominiums of Shenandoah Place Homeowners Association, the principal amount of Two Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty-eight Dollars and 92/100 ($2,958.92) for condominium assessments through March, 2014 interest and past due attorney fees; and no action being now pending at law or otherwise to recover said debt or any part thereof, and; WHEREAS, pursuant to said Declaration, and the statute in such case made and provided, said debt creates a lien upon said premises in favor of Condominiums of Shenandoah Homeowners Association. NOW, THEREFORE, notice is hereby given that by virtue of the power of sale created by statute, said lien will be foreclosed by the sale of said premises with the hereditaments and appurtenances, which said sale will be made by the Sheriff of Scott County, Minnesota at the Scott County Government Center, Civil Division, 301 South Fuller Street, in the City of Shakopee in said County on May 22, 2014 at 10:00 a.m., at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, to pay the amount then due for said condominium assessments, together with the costs of foreclosure, including attorney’s fees as allowed by law. The time allowed by law for redemption by the unit owner, her personal representatives or assigns, is six (6) months from the date of said sale. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied single family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the unit owners must vacate the property if the lien is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on November 22, 2014. If the foregoing date is a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday, then the date to vacate the property is the next business day at 11:59 p.m. Dated: March 21, 2014 CONDOMINIUMS OF SHENANDOAH PLACE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION FULLER, SEAVER, SWANSON & KELSCH, P.A. By: Timothy D. Fuller, 32694 12400 Portland Avenue South, Suite 132 Burnsville, MN 55337 (952) 890-0888 Attorneys for Condominiums of Shenandoah Place Homeowners Association Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, March 26 and April 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2014.

TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $161,713.84 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: May 27, 2014 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Sheriff of Scott County, Civil Unit, 301 South Fuller Street, Shakopee, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on November 28, 2014, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: March 18, 2014 U.S. Bank National Association Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 19 - 14-001972 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 and May 7, 2014.

BELLE PLAINE HERALD, BELLE PLAINE, MINNESOTA Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on November 28, 2014, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: March 19, 2014 Green Tree Servicing LLC Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 8 - 14-001109 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 and May 7, 2014.

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: February 11, 2010 MORTGAGOR: Pamela J. Siedow, unmarried woman. MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for PHH Home Loans, LLC, a Limited Liability Company, its successors and assigns. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded February 17, 2010 Scott County Recorder, Document No. A847336. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: U.S. Bank National Association. Dated December 23, 2013 Recorded December 31, 2013, as Document No. A951706. TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 1006520-0000021576-3 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: PHH Home Loans, LLC, a Limited Liability Company RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: U.S. Bank Home Mortgage, a division of U.S. Bank National Association MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 317 Wagner Way, New Market, MN 55054 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 230080410 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 17, Block 3, Whispering Creek 2nd Addition, according to the recorded plat thereof, Scott County, Minnesota COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Scott ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $191,290.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $186,583.09 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: May 29, 2014 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Sheriff of Scott County, Civil Unit, 301 South Fuller Street, Shakopee, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on December 1, 2014, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032.

MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: March 18, 2014 U.S. Bank National Association Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 19 - 14-001973 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, April 9, 16, 23, 30 and May 7 and 14, 2014.

PAGE eleven STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF SCOTT DISTRICT COURT FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 70-PR-14-5292 Notice of and order for hearing on petition for determination of descent In Re: Estate of Gladys Hood, also known as Gladys Kunjian Hood Decedent. Robert C. Hood Jr. has filed a Petition for Determination of Descent. It is Ordered that on May 6, 2014, at 9:00 a.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at Scott County Courthouse, 200 Fourth Avenue West JC115, Shakopee, Minnesota, on the petition. The petition represents that the decedent died more than three (3) years ago leaving property in Minnesota. The petition requests the Court probate the decedent’s Will, determine the descent of such property and assign the property to the persons entitled. Any objections to the petition must

be raised at the hearing or filed with the Court prior to the hearing. If the petition is proper and no objections are filed or raised, the petition will be granted. Notice shall be given by publishing this Notice and Order as provided by law and by: Mailing a copy of this Notice and Order to each interested person by United States mail at least 14 days before the time set for the hearing. Dated: April 3, 2014 Filed in Scott County Courts April 3, 2014 By the Court Ann M. Offerman, Judge of District Court By: Delores A. Beussman Deputy Court Administrator Kalina, Wills, Gisvold & Clark, PLLP Ronald M. Otten, Esq., MN #146821 6160 Summit Drive, Suite 560 Minneapolis, MN 55430 Telephone: 763-259-3442 Facsimile: 763-503-7070 e-mail: otten@kwgc-law.com Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, April 9 and 16, 2014.

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Belle Plaine Police Report

The week of March 31-April 6, He was transported to an area Belle Plaine police responded hospital. to the following selected calls: Wednesday, April 2 A person on the 1200 block of Southridge Court reported Monday, March 31 An officer on patrol noticed at at 5:38 p.m. the theft of power 8:17 a.m. a fire hydrant at the tools. Suspect information was intersection of South Elk Street provided. The information was and Oak Village Court knocked forwarded to the county attorover without water spillage. ney’s office for possible criminal charges. Public works was notified. At 9:18 a.m., a person at a Thursday, April 3 business on the 100 block of A woman on the 300 block of West Main Street reported a South Market Street called for trespasser. An officer escorted medical help at 6:07 a.m. after the person off the property and a man complained of dizziness. gave the person paperwork ban- He was transported to an area ning them from the business for hospital. a year. A person on the 100 block A man on the 1000 block of of East Park Street called for East Enterprise Drive called medical help at 10:52 a.m. after for medical help at 12:29 p.m. a man fell while exiting his vewhen a woman fell and hit her hicle. He was transported to an head. She was transported to an area hospital. area hospital. A woman at a business on the 1000 block of East Enterprise Tuesday, April 1 Police assisted state troopers Drive reported at 3:27 p.m. the at 3:26 a.m. with a semi in the theft of a bottle of vodka. The ditch near the intersection of case is under investigation. Highway 169 and Belle Plaine A person on the 300 block Trail. Strong winds and icy of North Ash Street called for conditions contributed to the medical help at 7:41 p.m. A truck’s unscheduled departure woman was not feeling well. She was transported to an area from the highway. At the request of Scott County hospital. Human Services, police per- Friday, April 4 formed background checks for A woman on the 600 block of childcare licensing. East South Street asked police An officer was dispatched to at 5:32 a.m. to unlock a vehithe junior-senior high school at cle. 2:58 p.m. A student was cited A man near the intersection of for possession of drug para- Highway 169 and Old Highway phernalia. 169 Boulevard reported a propA person on the 300 block of erty-damage crash at 11:38 a.m. South Walnut Street called for The driver of a semi lost control medical help at 4:04 p.m. A of the truck on a snow-covered man was having chest pains. highway.

Thievery of black plastic chairs from a business on the 300 block of South Walnut Street was reported at 11:16 p.m. Saturday, April 5 A woman on the 600 block of East Church Street reported at 10:53 p.m. someone tried to break into the garage via the service door. Police noted the would-be prowler damaged the door. Sunday, April 6 A person on the 200 block of South Cedar Street called for medical help at 2:29 a.m. A man suffering tightness in his chest and back was transported to an area hospital.

Fire Calls The week of March 31-April 6, Belle Plaine firefighters responded to the calls that included: Tuesday, April 1 Firefighters responded to a fire alarm at 2:46 p.m. on the 2300 block of Chatfield Drive in Blakeley Township. BPFD responded to a three-alarm structure fire that started in an adjacent peanut dryer and spread to the building. Friday, Feb. 4 Firefighters were dispatched at 9:51 a.m. to a three-vehicle personal-injury crash near the intersection of Highway 169 and Delaware Avenue (County Road 59) in St. Lawrence Township. Five people were transported to an area hospital.

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& CLEAN-UP DAY Fee Schedule for Refuse & Appliance Recycling Large Appliances $10 EACH � Air Conditioner � Computer desktop/laptop � Computer Monitor � Copier - Large ofﬁce style � Dryer � Microwave � Refrigerator � TV - any size � Vacuum Cleaner � Washer � Water Heater � Water Softener Small Appliances & Electronics $2 EACH � Printer / Copier / Fax � Radio, Receiver � Typewriter � VCR / DVD Player Furniture/Household � Mattresses......................... $20 � Sofa................................... $25 � Stuffed Chairs/Recliners....$15 Batteries � Auto Batteries.................... $3 Tires Car $3; Truck $8; Tractor $15 Miscellaneous Waste � Car Load (minimum).......... $30+ � Pickup/Trailer Load............ $50+ Cash or Check only, please. No Hazardous Waste Accepted! Will Not Accept: Fluorescent Bulbs, Paint, Motor Oil/Filters, Chemicals

Saturday, April 26 8:00 a.m. - 12 noon

Belle Plaine Police Dept. Parking Lot 420 E. Main Street For residents of the City of Belle Plaine & Townships of Blakeley, Belle Plaine and St. Lawrence.

Accepted at No Charge Recyclables • Glass • Newspapers • Aluminum • Cardboard • Plastic • Scrap Metal

Compost • Leaves and grass clippings are accepted at the City compost site located on West State St./ Co. Road 6.

Epilepsy Foundation Collection • Clothing • Shoes • Games & toys • Lamps • Curtains • Linens • Knick knacks • Tools • Bicycles

Document Shredding Services Available Document shredding service will be available this year. Individuals and business owners can bring their documents for shredding to the Recycle & Clean Up Day Event. Now is the time to dispose of old canceled checks, bank statements, tax returns and other obsolete personal documents. Cintas Document Management will provide an on-site secure, professional commercial-grade shredder. Cost will be $5 for contents of a ﬁle cabinet drawer, an average household bin, or 25 lbs of documents. Sponsored by The Belle Plaine Lions Club & City of Belle Plaine

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‘Noteables’ Host Concert April 27 “The Noteables,” a group of area singers with members from Belle Plaine, are preparing for an upcoming concert Sunday, April 27 in Le Sueur. The group will perform at 4 p.m. at Le Sueur Middle School/High School (901 Ferry Street in Le Sueur). The concert -- “Makin’ Magic with Medleys” -- features songs from Broadway like “Oh What a Beautiful Morning” (from Oklahoma), “Candle on the Water” (from Pete’s Dragon), and lively toe-tappers like “Mr. Bass Man” and “I Hear a Voice a-Prayin.’ ” The songs are intended to enchant spirits. Admission is free but donations are appreciated. Refresh-

ments will be served after the concert. “Makin’ Magic with Medleys” also mixes in great nostalgia tunes like “Loch Lomond” and “Blue Skies.” The centerpieces of the show are the great medley numbers like “Irving Berlin’s America” and “Rogers and Hammerstein on Broadway.” One medley even spoofs medleys --“...Give me a choral medley, where songs barely last one phrase...” The Noteables promise to bestow musical delights upon their audience with their magical medleys. The Noteables are the area’s community singing group. Formed in 2006, they have

grown from 15 members to over 60 and include members from Le Sueur, Henderson, Le Center, Belle Plaine, Jordan, Edina, St. Peter, and Mankato. The group’s newest members include Pete Favolise and Phil Lee of Le Sueur; Ginny Morgan of Jordan; Barb Warner of Belle Plaine, and Dean Wolf of Mankato. “I really enjoy singing again -- and with such a large group,” Warner said. “The music is fun and we know it will bring great memories to our audience.” Gordon Gregersen, former LS H vocal music teacher, directs the group. Avis McDaniel of St. Peter is the group’s accompanist.

E-Cigarette Poisoning Increasing Nicotine Vials Potentially Fatal to Children

The Minnesota Poison Control System (poison center) saw more than 10 times as many reports of children and teenagers being poisoned by e-cigarette “juice” last year compared to 2012. E-cigarette juice is the term for the liquid used in tobacco vaporizers. These vials of liquid can contain fatal levels of nicotine for children, who may mistake them for candy or something to eat. In 2013, 50 children suffered poisoning via e-cigarette “juice.” Previously, e-cigarette poisonings were virtually unheard of in Minnesota, the health department said in a press release. But in 2013, they accounted for 23 percent of the state’s 218 teen and child tobacco-related poisonings. Poisonings include calls where ecigarette have been swallowed, inhaled, come in contact with the eyes, or absorbed through the skin. In 2012, the poison center received only five reports of ecigarette related poisonings for

Bowling Results Deadline for bowling results is Monday at 12 noon.

Tuesday Nite Ladies Sparetime 36 KRI 31.5 G&H Ready Mix 28.5 Hairs 2 U 18.5 Charlie’s Angels 18.5 Meierbachtol’s 18.5 High Game: Lois Davis 201, Georgine Gansen 201, Joanne Zwart 201 High Series: Joanne Zwart 569, Heidi Piche 542, Krissy Voss 515 Thursday Foxes Deb’s Embroidery 40 Wild Night Karaoke 34 Johan’s 27 Sparetime 26 Last Call 16 High Game: Judy Keefer 209, Deb Fahey 203, Nancy Giles 199 High Series: Deb Fahey 552 Congrats to Deb’s Embroidery for winning 2nd half! Monday Minis VFW Auxiliary 14 Genesis T&C 12 State Bank 5 Team #4 5 Boys’ High Game: Carter Pickus 96 Boys’High Series: Carter Pickus 160, Jack Gwozdziewicz 137, David Fritze 126 Girls’ High

people less than 20 years old. “Fortunately, none of the poisonings hospitalized or seriously injured children in 2013. But given the rise in poisonings, we really want parents to know that this liquid nicotine can pose a fatal risk and that they should store it out of the reach of children,” said Dr. Ed Ehlinger, commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Health. In Belle Plaine, police have also seen an increase in the use of e-cigarettes. This year, police have written three citations for juveniles in possession of e-cigarettes. Belle Plaine police did not write an e-cigarette citation in 2013 or 2012. The school district prohibits possession of e-cigarettes on school grounds. Currently, there is no state or federal law requiring manufacturers of so-called e-juice to disclose ingredients or require child-resistant packaging. Many e-juice flavors, such as cotton candy, bubble gum and grape, have an appeal for children. Symptoms of nicotine Game: Ciara Fahey 116 Girls’High Series: Ciara Fahey 211, Carmen Pickus 152, Midian Fahey 81 Pin Bashers Steffen Hdwe 16 Laser Works 14 Koepp Acct. 8 Borough Bowl 8 Boys’ High Game: Ben Davis 171 Boys’High Series: Ben Davis 433, Logan Edberg 284, Tanner Witt 282 Girls’ High Game: Emily Nagel 94 Girls’High Series: Emily Nagel 256 Strikers Rainbow Discovery 22 Behnke Auto Cent 22 State Bank of BP 16.5 Cenex 16 Dairy Queen 14 Prairie Farm Supply 13.5 KRI 9 Boys’ High Game: Alex Ernst 202 Boys’High Series: Alex Ernst 558, Brady Yahnke 538, Allen Jackson 484 Girls’ High Game: Madison Brown 168 Girls’High Series: Madison Brown 464 Commercial League Neil’s 20 Coldwell Banker 15.5 D Lee Guns 15 Johan’s 15 Bartels Lands. 14 Prairie Farm 12.5 Ag Power 8 High Game: Tom Otto 300 High Series: Tom Otto 778, Jordan Braun 716, Shawn Elliott 666

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Just a few weeks after Green Isle city councilors amended the city’s zoning code and approved a fee schedule to support the applications for zoning and building permits the city receives, along came a request nobody thought about. Last week (Tuesday, March 25), the city addressed the oversight and reduced the fee accordingly. It all started when Jan Mathews applied for a permit to move in an existing shed from her son Sheldon’s farm into the city. The shed was moved to the Mathews’ property on Fourth Street. Typically, Green Isle’s contract building official, MNSPECT of Waconia, doesn’t inspect the construction of a shed bigger than 120 square feet (10 feet by 12). All a person has to do is pay the $40 fee and they’re good to go. However, Mathews’ shed is 194 square feet. City code requires an inspection of a building larger than 120 square feet construction before it was moved into Green Isle. Green Isle City Clerk Bert Panning reported the shed was moved into the city without an inspection. More importantly to Mathews, the fee was $417 – the same fee a person who wanted to move a full-sized house into the city. To Mathews, Panning and the city

town without the appropriate inspection.

Ambulance Service

The council also approved its annual agreement with the City of Arlington for ambulance service. Green Isle will pay Arlington $6013.11 for the service in 2014. The fee increases to $6247.57 – an increase of 3.9 percent – for 2015. The city can pay the fee for 2014 in one installment or in two payments due July 1 and Dec. 1. The agreement allows the ambulance supervisor to determine the level of care a sick or injured person will receive based on the experience, training and equipment available to the ambulance crew. The agreement also holds Arlington harmless if the ambulance can’t respond because of inclement weather or because the crew is unavailable for any reason. In other action at the March 25 meeting, the Green Isle City Council: • Paid bills totaling $4,871.67. • Heard a report on the ongoing report of frozen water pipes at houses and businesses in the city. • Agreed to include discussion and consideration of participation in the Renville-Sibley fiber optic project on the upcoming meeting’s agenda.

AIS Checks at Carver County Boat Landings to Continue

Efforts to keep aquatic invasive species out of lakes in Carver County will continue this summer, thanks to a county board vote to provide funding for inspections. The county board recently approved a plan to spend $119,500 for inspections at nine lakes in the county, including Lake Minnewashta in Chanhassen, Lake Bavaria in Chaska and Lake

City Cleanup Day April 26 Belle Plaine’s annual Recycle and Cleanup Day will take place Saturday, April 26 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Belle Plaine Police Department parking lot, 420 East Main Street. The event, sponsored by the city of Belle Plaine and Belle Plaine Lions Club, gives residents of the city of Belle Plaine and the townships of Belle Plaine, Blakeley and St. Lawrence an opportunity to rid their homes of unwanted clutter during these spring cleaning days. Recyclable items that will be accepted free of charge include glass, newspapers, scrap metal, aluminum, cardboard, plastic and bicycle frames (no tires). There is also a long list of fee items. For a complete list of items and fees, visit www. belleplainemn.com. More information will be pub-

council, that didn’t see quite right. The council reduced the fee to $252.50. Mathews wanted to know why an inspection was required of a shed 72 square feet larger than one that didn’t require an inspection. Scott Qualle of MNSPECT, said he has to follow the rules as they are written. He said the intent of the rule is to make sure a larger building is assembled correctly and the connections to the foundation and utilities are proper and safe. Mathews scoffed at the idea of paying the same fee for the inspection of a 192 square foot shed would be the same as if she moved a large house into the city. “I couldn’t agree with Jan more,” Panning told the council, noting that each day he learns something new about his job as city clerk-treasurer. “It just seems extremely high.” The regulation and fee for moving a house into the Green Isle was set in 2004. Since then, only one building has been moved into the town. The city thought the state set the fee and requirement until research indicated the city controlled the seldom-used rule. Mayor Dale ZumBerge said the city’s fees should be fair and consistent. He said the city doesn’t want people to move buildings requiring permits into

lished in upcoming editions of the Herald.

City-Wide Garage Sale April 25-26

Belle Plaine’s annual Spring City-Wide Garage Sale Days will take place Friday and Saturday (April 25-26). If you are interested in having your sale listed on the map, send your name, list of sale items, address and $10 to Diane Skelly, 111 South Meridian Street, Belle Plaine, MN 56011. The deadline to register is Friday, April 18. Fliers advertising the sales will be posted in local businesses. Maps will be available at www. belleplainemn.com. For more information, contact Diane Skelley at 952-8732467.

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Waconia. The inspections for aquatic invasive species – primarily zebra mussels and Eurasian water milfoil -- will begin with the fishing opener May 10 and run through Sept. 4. The county’s share of funding the program is $50,000, the Chaska Herald recently reported. The Minnewashta Creek Watershed District is contributing $54,000 and the Lake

Bavaria Homeowners’ Association is chipping in $7,000. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is adding the remaining $8,000 in the form of grants for inspection support. Zebra mussels have been found in Prior Lake and Lake Minnetonka and area lake enthusiasts aim to prevent their spread into lakes in Carver County.

Belle Plaine Public Schools is seeking proposals for the management of its food service operation beginning with the 2014-2015 school year per the mandates and requirements of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Minnesota Department of Education guidelines. There will be a mandatory pre-bid meeting for all interested bidders on Tuesday, April 22, 2014 beginning at 10:30 A.M. at the Belle Plaine Public Schools District Office, 130 South Willow Street, Belle Plaine, MN. Proposals are due no later the 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at the following address: Superintendent’s Office Belle Plaine Public Schools 130 South Willow Street Belle Plaine, MN 56011 Proposals are to be on the forms provided and delivered to the Superintendent’s Office in a sealed envelope addressed to the Belle Plaine Public Schools and clearly marked on the outside: “FOOD SERVICE MANAGEMENT PROPOSAL”. Belle Plaine Public Schools reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all proposals or to accept the proposal that is in the best interest of the school district. Specifications and forms will be available at the pre-bid meeting on Tuesday, April 22, 2014.

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Tournament Champs The 12-1 Junior Olympic volleyball team competed in a tournament in the Taylor Center at Minnesota State University Mankato on Saturday. The team was 3-0 in pool play and went on to win the championship in the Gold Division, winning two more matches. The team was 5-0 for the day and did not lose a set. Pictured above back row, from left, are coach Danielle Taylor, Morgan Kruger, Sara Lenz, Abby Bristlin, Lizzy Hilgers, Mikayla Coops and coach Lori Taylor. In the front row are Maddy Fors, Lauren Johnson, Jaylen Struck-Schmitz and Elizabeth Schmidt.

Girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Basketball Team Valley View Golf Course Members Earn Honors Opens Today Belle Plaine High School seniors Mallory Glisczinski and Erica Selly were recently named to the Minnesota Girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Basketball Coaches Association All-State Academic team. Both were members of this Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s BPHS girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; varsity basketball team.

In individual team awards, freshman Mariena Hayden was selected the Tigersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Most Valuable Player. Other awards went to Selly (Defensive Player of the Year), junior Torie Kellogg (Most Improved Player), senior Emily Vinkemeier (Miss Hustle) and senior Amara Meyer (Best Free Throw Percentage).

Valley View Golf Course announced it will open to the public today (Wednesday) at 9 a.m. The course will be available only to walkers today and conditions permitting, carts can be used starting Thursday. For more information, call Valley View at 952-873-4653.

All Belle Plaine High School spring sports openers and other contests were postponed through this past Monday. Included Monday was the Tigersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; baseball home opener against Mayer Lutheran that will now be played in Mayer Lutheran as part of a doubleheader on April 24. Both the BPHS baseball and softball teams were scheduled to begin their revamped schedules Tuesday after this edition of the Herald went to press (see schedules below). Meanwhile, the Belle Plaine High School Track and Field Invitational scheduled for last Thursday has been rescheduled for 4:15 p.m. this Thursday at the Belle Plaine Athletic Complex. Boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; teams from several schools will compete. The Tigers were scheduled to host a meet in Belle Plaine Tuesday after this edition of the Herald went to press. That meet was originally scheduled to be held at Sibley East before being changed to Belle Plaine. The Tigers will head to Cannon Falls for a meet this Saturday with events starting at 10 a.m. 2014 BPHS Baseball Schedule Apr. 8 vs. St. Peter Apr. 10 at NYA Apr. 12 Belle Plaine Tourney

Apr. 14 vs. W-M Apr. 17 vs. LS-H Apr. 21 vs. TCU Apr. 22 at New Ulm Apr. 24 at Mayer Luth. DH Apr. 28 vs. Jordan May 1 vs. NYA May 5 at W-M May 8 at LS-H May 12 at Sibley East May 13 vs. Holy Family C. May 15 at TCU May 20 vs. Faribault BA May 22 Begin Section June 12-13 State Tourney 2014 BPHS Softball Schedule Apr. 8 vs. Mayer Lutheran Apr. 10 at NYA Apr. 14 at St. Peter Apr. 15 vs. W-M Apr. 17 vs. LS-H Apr. 22 vs. TCU Apr. 24 at Mayer Lutheran Apr. 26 at NRHEG Tourney Apr. 28 vs. Blue Earth Area Apr. 29 vs. Jordan May 1 vs. NYA May 6 at W-M May 7 at LS-H May 12 at TCU May 13 at Sibley East May 16 at Glencoe-SL May 20 Begin Section June 5-6 State Tourney 2014 BPHS Outdoor Track and Field Schedule Apr. 8 at Belle Plaine Apr. 10 Belle Plaine Invite Apr. 12 at Cannon Falls Apr. 14 at St. Peter Apr. 15 at Jordan Apr. 22 at TCU

Apr. 25 at Hamline Elite Apr. 29 at Glencoe-SL May 1 at Mankato East May 6 at Faribault May 15 MRC Meet at B.P. May 22 Subsection at G-SL May 31 Section at Mankato June 6-7 State Meet/Hamline 2014 BPHS Girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Golf Schedule Apr. 8 at Valley View Apr. 15 at Timber Creek Apr. 22 at Le Sueur CC Apr. 25 at ShadowBrooke Apr. 28 at Winthrop GC Apr. 29 at Shoreland CC May 5 at Ridges/Sand Creek May 7 at Glencoe CC May 9 at Ridges/Sand Creek May 10 at Ridges/Sand Creek May 12 at Valley View May 19 MRC at Valley View May 27 Subsection at Valley View June 2 Section at N.P. GC June 10-11 State at Ridges/Sand Creek 2014 BPHS Boysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Golf Schedule Apr.10 at Valley View Apr. 14 at Valley View Apr. 21 at Glencoe CC Apr. 22 at Shoreland CC Apr. 25 at New Prague GC Apr. 29 at Montgomery GC May 6 at ShadowBrooke May 7 at Glencoe CC May 12 at Valley View May 19 MRC at Valley View May 27 Subsection at Valley View June 2 Section at N.P. GC June 10-11 State at Ridges/Sand Creek

DNR Adds 2 Miles of Trout Fishing Along Area River Metro area anglers who want to stick close to home for the April 12 stream trout opener will have nearly two additional miles of shoreline to explore as a result of acquisitions made by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources in Dakota County. Half a mile north of Dakota County Road 66 along County 79, the DNR has acquired a 52acre aquatic management area that straddles the main branch of the Vermillion River, protecting 4,100 feet of shoreline. Upland areas of the property include five acres of grasslands and 25 acres of woods.

Further east, a 62-acre acquisition now affords access to the south branch of the Vermillion River just south of County Road 66 and west of state Highway 52. That parcel includes 6,900 feet of shoreline, 25 acres of grassland and 20 acres of woodland. The south branch is a coldwater tributary to the Vermillion that provides rearing areas and offers refuge for trout, especially during hot summer weather. Both properties provide habitat for pheasants, turkeys, ducks, doves, deer and other wildlife. They also will be open to hunting, trapping and wildlife

watching. The DNRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fisheries section will continue to work with DNR Wildlife section to manage upland areas. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These properties are a great addition to the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s outdoor recreation system, especially for busy metro anglers and hunters who may not always have time for a several-hour drive,â&#x20AC;? said T.J. DeBates, DNRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s east metro fisheries supervisor. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Acquisitions like these not only protect habitat, they also provide much needed public access.â&#x20AC;? The two properties cost This and the photo below are from last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s show. $384,200. Funding was provided by the Minnesota Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund as recommended by the Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources. bring them in. 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after the steer is roped around the horns, another person, called the heeler, will come up from behind and rope the steer around its two hind feet while the calf is in motion. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Kathy and I have competed in 30 some rodeos each summer,â&#x20AC;? veteran roper Freitag said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We got second at the [Minnesota Rodeo Association] finals in 2012, but I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do it too much anymore, besides for [High Island Rodeo].â&#x20AC;? Biron says, previously, High Island Rodeo has drawn over 1,000 people each night. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a long winter and I encourage people to come. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re now in our 11th year, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had a lot of success in the past and people really enjoy coming.â&#x20AC;? Tickets can be purchased at a number of local retailers and are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. For directions and more information, visit www. highislandarena.com.

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Ney Nature Center Holding Seventh Annual Spring Fling The Ney Nature Center is holding its Seventh Annual Spring Fling Benefit Dinner & Fund-raiser April 12 at the Caribou Gun Club in Le Sueur. The guest speaker at the benefit is Al Batt, a writer, speaker, storyteller, humorist and birder. Batt writes four weekly humor and nature columns for many newspapers including several in our area, and does a show three times per week about nature on a number of radio stations. The Caribou Gun Club and its banquet hall are at 30649 380th Street in Le Sueur. The clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s staff has planned a special menu and the commit-

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tee is assembling lots of unique donations for their silent and live auctions and raffle. Check the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Web site -- www.neycenter.org -- for a listing with photos of auction and raffle items as they become available. They will again be presenting special awards â&#x20AC;&#x201C; outstanding volunteer, outstanding friend and presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s award. The deadline for reservations is March 31. Contact Becky for additional information â&#x20AC;&#x201C; info@ neycenter.org -- or call 507248-3474. The Ney Nature Center is located within a 446-acre Le Sueur County Park, east of Henderson on the bluffs of the Minnesota River. The park is open daily to the public for hiking, bird watching, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.

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Join Us Sunday, April 20th 9:00 am to 2:00 pm For Our

Pet Adoption April 19 Volunteers for the Carver-Scott Humane Society will hold a pet adoption on Saturday, April 19 from noon to 3 p.m. It will be hosted at PETCO in Eden Prairie, which is located off Highway 212 and Single Tree Lane. CSHS is without its own building and all pets are housed in foster care. All cats and dogs have been micro ID implanted, vet checked, wormed, had shots updated, checked for friendly temperaments and age appropriately spayed/neutered. Adoption fees are $175+ for cats and $200+ for dogs. Call the Society for more information on adopting a homeless pet at 952-368-3553 or visit www.carverscotths.org.

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