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School Board OKs Contract for New Community Services Director Chevalier Will Spend 40 Percent of Her Time As Assistant Principal
After weeks of behind-thescenes discussions, the Belle Plaine School Board finally approved a contract with Mindy Chevalier, the school district’s director of Belle Plaine Schools Community Services and high school assistant principal. Monday evening (Aug. 22), the board unanimously ap-
proved a two-year contract with Chevalier. The contract is for 260 days in each year. Chevalier will earn $117,959 in salary and benefits in 2016-17 and $119,561 in salary and benefits in 2017-18. She will spend 60 percent of her time working on community services and 40 percent of her time as an assistant principal. She is continuing her education to complete the necessary licensure as a community education director. That work should be completed in next year, Superintendent Ryan Laager told the board Monday night. The district has retained
the former director of Community Services, Nelson Ladd, on a part-time basis to keep a licensed director on staff. The city is funding a portion of Chevalier’s position. It will pay $21,233 in 2016-17 and $21,521 the following year. The city council agreed to its share of the contract last week. In other action at Monday’s meeting, the Belle Plaine School Board: • Paid bills totaling $784,113.60.
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The Greek Still in Cleats Dave Wagner One of State’s Oldest Active Baseball Players
Ron and Heather Fry, who own Belle Plaine Dairy Queen, have purchased the Borough Bowl business from longtime owners Judy Otto and her son, Tom Otto. Pictured with the Frys are their children, from left, Libby, Jarrett, Weston and Aubrey.
Frys Purchase Borough Bowl from Ottos Ron and Heather Fry, owners of the Belle Plaine Dairy Queen for the past 3 1/2 years, have purchased the Borough Bowl from Judy Otto and her son, Tom Otto. The purchase was finalized Thursday. The eight-lane bowling alley with bar and restaurant was built by the late Ivan Otto and opened in 1976 at 235 South Ash Street. Prior to that the business was located downtown. Ron Fry, who purchased the bowling, restaurant and bar business and is leasing the
building from the Ottos, said a number of big changes are on the way. Included will be a fully-remodelled restaurant and bar, as well as a new menu. The restaurant/bar is currently closed for remodelling but could reopen early next week. The Frys plan to continue with the current bowling leagues and may be adding at least one more. The Frys also plan to continue operating their Dairy Queen, which is located just a few blocks away from the Borough Bowl. Ron Fry said it will be
interesting owning two businesses with contrasting busy seasons – Dairy Queen in the summer and Borough Bowl in the winter. Ron Fry said that he does not plan to continue operation of the party/banquet room but rather convert a portion of it into a game room. Tom Otto, who grew up in the family business, said Judy is retiring and he is not yet sure about his future plans, only that he will remain at the Borough Bowl through the transition period.
In Wake of Fatal Crash, Family Left Searching for Answers In the days after the fatal hitand run crash and funeral services, members of Derek Fath’s family have more questions than answers. Why would a person driving a vehicle hit him on Highway 169 and not stop, leaving him to die? What was he doing on the highway? Where was he walking from? And most importantly, will investigators ever find the person responsible for Derek’s tragic death? “We don’t know what happened. All we know was that he was on his way home,” said Sarah Graham, Fath’s older sis-
ter and the family’s spokesperson. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, Fath was found dead in the northbound Lane of Highway 169 at the intersection of Belle Plaine Trail last Sunday morning (Aug. 14) around 5:15 a.m. A spokesperson for the state patrol said investigators believe be was hit crossing the highway sometime between 4:30 and 5 a.m. Investigators are looking for a 2010 to 2012 Ford Fusion or Mercury Milan that was traveling on Highway 169 around the time of the crash. Investigators would also like to speak to the driver and any oc-
cupants. Anyone who may have been involved or witnessed the crash is asked to call the State Patrol at 651-582-1503. Investigators from the Minnesota State Patrol have shared little information with the family, Graham said. The unanswered questions only add to the family’s anguish. “It’s so frustrating because we just don’t know what happened,” she said. “We’re hoping someone has a conscience so my family can have some answers.” The family is “devastated” by the tragic nature of the crash, she said. Fath had many friends. Over 400 people attended his wake last Thursday (Aug. 18). Fath leaves behind a son, Tucker, who’ll soon turn 2 years old. lar donors delay giving while “He doesn’t really understand they take vacation and partici- what happened,” Graham said. pate in summer activities. The His co-workers at Systems need for blood doesn’t take a summer break though. Fatal Crash The Red Cross will be accept(continued on page 7) ing donors in Belle Plaine on Monday, Aug. 29 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Kingsway Retirement Living, 815 West Main Street.
Red Cross to Hold Blood Drive in Belle Plaine Aug. 29 The American Red Cross urges blood donors to give in the final weeks of summer to help overcome a critical summer blood shortage. The summer months are among the most challenging times of year to collect enough blood and platelet donations to meet patient needs. Many regu-
by Dan Ruud Dave (Greek) Wagner of Belle Plaine said he may be in the twilight of his baseball career that has spanned six decades, ranging from Pee Wees to Babe Ruth to high school to college to town team to senior league, the latter of which he still competes in with men up to 30 years younger than him. Wagner, 65, commonly known as Greek, is a longtime member of the Belle Plaine Gray Tigers age 35 and over team that is currently playing in the state senior baseball tournament that began this past weekend at Carlos (near Alexandria) and will resume this weekend in Belle Plaine and other nearby communities (see separate article and brackets). Getting the nickname Greek had nothing to do with Wagner’s heritage, which is German. Instead, it began in his youth following a brief exchange he had with a school teacher. “The teacher asked me a question and I said ‘that’s Greek to me.’ That’s where it got started and it stuck,” Wagner said. Wagner, a 1969 graduate of Belle Plaine High School, was a standout for the high school Tigers for several years. He was on the freshman team at the University of Minnesota before becoming hospitalized with an illness, and before he could get his Gophers career back on track, he was drafted into the Army, serving in Vietnam in 1971-72. After the Army, Wagner returned to college, this time at St. Cloud State University, where he resumed his studies and baseball career for a couple of years before returning to Belle Plaine and becoming a Scott County Sheriff’s deputy, from which he is now retired. Wagner played for the Belle Plaine town team regularly for more than 20 years and has since spent most of his time on the diamond as a member of the Gray Tigers, as well as playing some age 50 and over ball with Hanska and Union Hill (Belle Plaine does not have a 50 over team). Wagner’s son, Ben, is a current member of the Belle Plaine town team, and for one game last year in Arlington, Greek suited up and batted once so that he and Ben can say they both played in the same game, which is one of Greek’s many baseball memories. “It’s the one and only we’ll play in together – I’m sure,” Greek said. Another best memory occurred
decades ago when Wagner was young, spry and fleet-footed. It was his first Belle Plaine town team game. “I was 15 years old and I think I was 4-for-5 with three doubles, all down the left-field line in the opposite direction. I could run pretty well then,” said the lefthanded hitting Wagner, who went on to play town ball until 1992, after which he focused on the senior circuit. Through the years, which also included a stint with the Green Isle town team, Greek
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Le Sueur County Pioneer Power Show This Weekend One of the largest antique agricultural exhibits in the nation will take place this Friday through Sunday at the 43rd annual Le Sueur County Pioneer Power Association Show Situated on a 120-acre site 13 miles south of Belle Plaine on County Road 26, this year’s show features Cockshutt Tractors and Equipment, and Lawn and Garden Tractors and Equipment. Some rare and interesting items will be displayed. Gates open at 7 a.m. daily, and visitors will enjoy all forms of exhibitions and displays demonstrating farming and rural life activities of yesteryear. Log sawing, threshing, shingle mill, steam engines and classic tractors will be working for visitors’ pleasure. A horsepowered sweep and horse-powered treadmill will be in action, along with many antique heavy construction implements. A bumper crop of wheat will be threshed with several vintage threshing machines. The 114-year-old Lexington Church will be open, as well as the Dresselville Creamery and Halloran one-room schoolhouse. Check out the new barn out in the threshing area. Showgoers can enjoy the many exhibits and displays in the Ladies Building, including the Hat Lady demonstration, broom making and quilting. Stop at the Post Office for a special stamp cancellation.
Friday’s activities feature the popular Consignment Auction featuring the sale of vintage farm equipment and accessories. Saturday’s Antique Tractor Pull is one of the best in southern Minnesota and takes place right after the daily parade, which starts at 12:30 p.m. each day. There will be a local onehour tractor ride leaving the showgrounds at 6:30 p.m. and taking a nine-mile route back to the showgrounds. Live entertainment will be featured on the main stage in Pioneer Hall all weekend. On Friday morning it’s The Flemming Fold. On Friday afternoon, RFD TV personality Mollie B will be back again. The Marv Nissel Band is on stage Saturday morning, and Craig Ebel and DyVersaCo polka band is on stage Saturday afternoon. Closing out the weekend is Windy Creek on Sunday morning, with local favorites Downtown sound Variety Band returning on Sunday afternoon. Check out the Pioneer Power Fire Departments display of vintage fire fighting equipment, including the ladder truck recently donated by the city of New Prague. The ever popular air ambulance is scheduled to make a visit. Also, the firemen put on several safety demon-
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Jessenland Irish Festival Aug. 28 Minnesota’s First Irish Settlement is the site of the Jessenland Irish Festival on Sunday Aug. 28. Irish music will fill the air on the historic church grounds of St Thomas the Apostle in rural Henderson. Tour the church built in 1870 and walk the grounds of this parish established in 1855. Mass will be at 10:30 a.m. in
the historic Jessenland church, followed by a chicken dinner (advance tickets only). The beer garden will feature beer from U4IC Brewery and live Irish music featuring Broken SpokeIrish Dancers. There will also be a food stand and beverages, a children’s area and a silent auction, raffle and more.
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Blue Mass to be Held at OLP Church Sept. 10 Many local area police officers, firefighters and emergency services personnel and their families are expected to attend the first Blue Mass – hosted by the Knights of Columbus – on Saturday, Sept. 10, at 4:15 p.m. at Our Lady of the Prairie Catholic Church in Belle Plaine.
The Mass honors police, firefighters and other emergency and law enforcement personnel and their families. All emergency and law enforcement personnel in the greater Belle Plaine area, and their families, are invited to attend. The Knights of Columbus has
a long history of supporting the brave men and women of the emergency services community. Within a few days of the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, the Knights began distributing nearly $1.5 million in direct aid to the families of slain police and rescue workers.
STEM Camp About 20 Belle Plaine students -- elementary and high-schoolers alike -- participated in a STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) camp last week at Oak Crest Elementary School. The elementary school campers worked on building robots with the help of their older counterparts, members of the BPHS robotics team. The camp was run by Thea Iverson for her Girl Scouts Gold Award project, with help from KyLee Santovi. The group includes (back row, from left) Donna Underferth, Santovi, Iverson, Kellen Hornamann, Mark Diehl, Maddy Yule, Natalie Haemig, Noah Sterk, Keegan Titus, (middle, from left) Cashton Goves, Antronin Santovi, Joey Reimers, Ali Sellnow, Caleb Wermerskirchen, (front row, from left) Tyler Potter, Pierce Nagorski, Logan Potter, Emily Saba, Lauren Saba, Hunter Hornamann and Hannah Wermerskirchen.
Drive-In Fireworks Pyrotechnics entertained those who attended the Cologne Fire Department and relief association’s drive-in movie night Saturday. Fireworks were sent up during the intermission between the films “Inside Outâ€? and “Grease.â€? The fireworks also celebrated a successful marriage proposal between Cologne’s Jason Tollers and his fiancĂŠ, Jackie. Proceeds from the drive-in movies Friday and Saturday will go toward the renovation of the Cologne Fire Department’s 1924 fire truck. Despite the rain and wet field, just over 100 cars were at Friday’s presentation Ali Sellnow (foreground) and Natalie Haemig worked on adjustments to their small robot and 150 cars were at the Saturday night double feature. Friday morning.
Road Spill Near Henderson A semi truck’s trailer somehow detached and tipped, spilling the sand it was carrying across Highway 169 Thursday morning (Aug. 18). Authorities got the call at about 8 a.m., Minnesota State Trooper Pilar Gimenez said. The spill prompted troop- Logan and Tyler Potter worked on building a catapult Friers to allow traffic to pass in intervals at the intersection of highways 169 and 93. No one was injured and the semi was the day morning at STEM Camp. only vehicle involved. There were no signs of drugs or alcohol in the driver. The semi was turning onto Highway 169 south from Highway 93 when the trailer detached, blocking traffic and sending sand across the road. The Minnesota Department of Transportation used a plow to remove much of the sand, “like it was snow,� Gimenez said. A street sweeper from Le Sueur then cleaned up the rest.
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Collin D. Trebesch Collin David Trebesch, 4, of Green Isle passed away Friday, August 19, 2016 at Children’s Hospital in Minneapolis. Funeral service is at 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 24 at St. John’s Lutheran Church (101 SE 2nd Avenue) in Norwood Young America with Rev. Eric Hutchison as officiant. Visitation, held all at the church, was Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. with a 7:45 p.m. Prayer Service. Visitation will continue Wednesday one hour prior to the service. Interment in the St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery. Collin David Trebesch was born December 4, 2011 the son of Kipp Jr. and Lindsey (Hoppe) Trebesch in Waconia. He was baptized on January 15, 2012 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Norwood Young America by Rev. David Winter. Collin had a lot of energy and spunk, but could also be quiet and sneaky. He was a fighter with plenty of attitude who always knew just how to get his point across. Collin loved fire trucks, playing with his brothers and sister, and spending time with his family. His favorite foods included French toast, vanilla ice cream and grilled cheese sandwiches. Collin is survived by his loving family: parents, Kipp Jr. and Lindsey Trebesch of Green Isle; brothers and sister, Kipp III, Allyson and Hunter; grandparents, David and Karen Hoppe of Norwood Young America and Kipp and Deb Trebesch Sr. of Green Isle; aunts, Lauren Hoppe (special friend, Evan Mulville) of Eden Prairie, Angel O’Day (husband, Trent) of Belle Plaine; cousin, Riley O’Day; great-grandparents, Wally and Lynn Wroge of Norwood Young America, Tom and Marion Hoppe of Norwood Young America and David and Connie Rohde of Green Isle; great-great grandmother, Esther Wroge of Glencoe; great aunts and uncles, other relatives and
Derek J. Fath Derek J. Fath, 29, of Belle Plaine, passed away on Sunday, August 14, 2016 in Belle Plaine. Visitation was Thursday August 18 from 5-8 p.m. and Friday 9-9:45 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 4625 W. 125 St., Savage, MN. Presiding was the Reverend Michael Tix. Interment was at St. Bridget’s Cemetery in DeGraff, MN. Arrangements with McNearney Funeral Home in Shakopee. He was born on November 30, 1986 in St. Cloud, the son of James and Deborah (Gunderson) Fath. He was a 2005 graduate of Jordan High School and received an Associates of Arts Degree from Rosemount Technical College. Derek enjoyed time with his family, especially his son Tucker, who brought great joy to his life. He was an outdoorsman who liked hunting, fishing and paintball. He was employed as a computer engineer at Systems Maintenance Services in Prior Lake. Derek is survived by his son, Tucker James; parents, Jim and Deb Fath; sister, Sarah (Russell) Graham; niece, Hazel Graham; Tucker’s mother and Derek’s girlfriend, Ashley Hiemstra; grandparents, Joe and Donna Fath; aunts, uncles and many cousins. Pallbearers were Bryce Mackey, Drew Reinke, Ryan Weckman, Dan Kilcher, Travis Thompson, Eros Berglund, Travis Lamecker and Ryan Asmus. Memorials preferred to Derek Fath Memorial Fund at any
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Jacqueline “Jackie” M. Sheehan, 85, of Belle Plaine passed away August 19, 2016 at Friendship Manor Nursing Home in Shakopee, Minnesota. Funeral Service was held Tuesday, August 23 at 11 a.m. at Wagner Funeral Home in Jordan with a visitation 2 hours prior to service. Officiating was Geoffrey Nyasani from Father’s House of Burnsville. Luncheon immediately followed the service at the Funeral Home. Burial will be Wednesday, August 24 at Mount Hope Cemetery in Carver. She was born March 12, 1931 in Harmony, Minnesota. Jackie was the daughter of Delmar and
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Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Minneapolis with Mary’s nephews Fathers Bill and Jim Lies presiding and many family friends and relatives in attendance. Mary was born August 11, 1932, daughter of Peter J. and Margaret (Furst) Ince who owned the jewelry store in Belle Plaine. Validictorian of the Belle Plaine High School class of 1950, Mary graduated from St. Catherine University, St Paul, and worked for many years as a laboratory technician in Minneapolis. She married Patrick Lies on February 2, 1957. Mary is survived by her children, Tim (Kathy Farmer) Lies of Belle Plaine, Mary (Dave Decker) Lies of Minneapolis, Bob (Audrey Matson) Lies of St Paul, Anne (Mike Duvernois) Lies of Madison, WI; grandchildren, Andrew (Nicki) of San Jose, CA, Chris of Minneapolis, William (Rachel) of Belle Plaine, Claire, Sam and Mitchell of Duluth, Ansel, Johanna and Mari of St Paul; Sylvia and Mara of Madison, WI; great-grandchildren, Miles and Vincent; sister-in-law, Jeanne Ince of McLean, VA; and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by husband, Patrick; brother and sister-in-law, Thomas and Myrna Ince; brother, Robert Ince; Mary (Ince) Lies, 84, of St. brothers-in-law and sisters-inPaul passed away August 14, law, Thomas and Dolores Lies 2016. and Jerome and Colleen SumMass of Christian Burial was inski; and sister-in-law Ruth. held Friday, August 19 at St
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friends. Wells Fargo Bank in honor of Muriel (Thompson) Sheehan. She attended school in HarmoCollin is preceded in death by his son, Tucker. ny and later went on to work at his great-grandparents, Delmar St. Joseph Hospital in St. Paul. and Bonnie Trebesch; great Jackie was very devoted to uncle Rob Trebesch; and greather family and to Jesus Christ great-grandparents. and attended many bible study Serving as Collin’s casket groups. Jackie was a great cook bearers are dad Kipp Jr.; grandand mother to her 13 children pa’s, David and Kipp Sr.; godand many more grandchildren. parents, John Trebesch, Justin She is survived by her sons, Schwecke, Joey Schwecke and Jesse, Frank, Myron, Steve, Kay Gueningsman. John, Daniel and Thomas; Arrangements with the Johndaughters, Rachel, Dominique son Funeral Home in Waconia. and Jackie; and many grandwww.johnsonfh.com children and extended family. Jackie is preceded in death by husband, Milo, Sr.; son, Milo, Jr, Darrel and Josephine. Pallbearers will be her family.
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Elroy Othmar Riesgraf Elroy Othmar Riesgraf, 73, passed away peacefully from Acute Myeloid Leukemia on August 7, 2016 at Season’s Hospice in Rochester, Minnesota. Born in Union Hill, Minnesota, Elroy was the third son of Mary and Cletus Riesgraf. He attended and graduated from Belle Plaine High School. In 1978, he started Riesgraf’s Installation, his own fixture and installation company. Over the years, their business has grown from one employee to many; and from one company to two, ‘Riesgraf’s Installation’ and ‘MNI Inc.’ They have installed fixtures in schools, hospitals, B Dalton Booksellers, Software companies, Ross Dress for Less, Mervyn’s, Circuit City, Bass Pro Shop, Target, and many more in all corners of the world including Puerto Rico, Bermuda, Hawaii, Jamaica and the United States. Elroy enjoyed helping others, traveling, gardening, animals and spending time with friends and family. He will always be remembered for his fun-loving spirit, his beautiful infectious laugh, his incredible work ethic, and his kind, generous spirit. He always said, “live life, enjoy life, and do what makes you happy”. The life celebration for Elroy was held August 13 at the Riesgraf family farm in Belle Plaine. Hundreds of loving family and friends attended. Everyone smiled as they shared their favorite memories of Elroy. He was one of a kind, and will greatly be missed by everyone who knew him. He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Janet Riesgraf; their six daughters and husbands, Laura and Tracy Wadding, Sarah and Bob Fogarty, Julie Riesgraf and Troy Martin, Carrie and Jeff Bruder, Mary Riesgraf and Leif Holt and Beth Riesgraf; 19 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; siblings, Phyllis Kalal, Diane Riesgraf, Avis Riesgraf, Verena Waldenand Jeanie Kruger. He is predeceased by his two siblings, Justin Riesgraf and
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Farmers Market Corner The Belle Plaine Farmers Market 2016 season is in full swing. The market runs Wednesdays, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. (rain or shine) through Oct. 12 at Court Square Park, 410 North Cedar Street. Sweet corn, tomatoes, cukes, zucchini, cabbage, green beans, beets, herbs and peppers will be available at The Market to-
day (Wednesday). There’s also canned goods, farm-fresh eggs, jewelry and crafts. For more information, conBelle Plaine Library tact Rex Ernst oneeyedbutch125 W Main St er@yahoo.com or Rick Krant 952-873-6767 Rkrant@mchsi.com or call and website: www.scottlib.org leave a voice message by dialLibrary Hours: ing 612-749-3958. Tuesday & Friday 10 am-5 The 2016 Belle Plaine Farm- pm er’s Market is sponsored by The Wednesday & Thursday 1 Belle Plaine Historical Society. pm-8 pm Closed Saturdays until September SPECIAL EVENTS 8/22 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Smalltown Eclectic Open Mic and Art Night time to look at a buffer map of Come join us at the library for your property. The compliance another great open mic and art dates are fast approaching so night. Enjoy local musical talplease join us at one of the fol- ents and a local art display. We encourage artists of all ages to lowing meetings: sign up to perform and/or disAug. 30, 7 p.m. Sibley County play their art. Please come 15 Courthouse Annex Basement, minutes early to sign up for 400 Court Ave. Gaylord. mic time and to setup art disAug. 31, 7 p.m. Green Isle plays. City Hall, 310 McGrann St. CHILDREN’S PROGreen Isle. GRAMS Sept. 1, 7 p.m. Gibbon Com- Early Literacy Story Time munity Center, 985 1st Ave. begins September 16th. They Gibbon. will be every Friday from 10:30-11 a.m. 9/16 ECFE Story Time 9/23 School Story Time 9/30 ECFE Story Time 10/7 Pumpkin Story Time 10/14 ECFE Story Time 10/21 Wheels Story Time 10/28 ECFE Story Time maximize the protection of Pajama Story Time begins contiguous acres devoted to ag- Wednesday September 21st ricultural use. from 6:30 to 7 pm. Pajama According to Pullman, under Story Time will be held evthe ALE component, NRCS ery third Wednesday of the may contribute up to 50 percent month at 6:30 pm. Come in of the fair market value of the your pajamas for stories, a agricultural land easement, and snack and loads of fun! up to 75 percent for grasslands 9/21 Pajama Story Time of special environmental sig- 10/19 Pajama Story Time niďŹ cance. 11/16 Pajama Story Time The Minnesota NRCS ofďŹ ces TEEN EVENTS are also accepting applications ADULT EVENTS for the Wetland Reserve Ease- 9/21 from 1 pm to 3 pm: ment (WRE). The WRE com- Facebook 101 Class-- Faceponent provides technical and book is a great tool to connect ďŹ nancial assistance directly to with family, friends and even private landowners and Indian customers. But where do you tribes to restore, protect and en- start and ďŹ nd the time to ďŹ t it all in? Learn how to set up a hance wetlands. For acreage owned by an Facebook page, distribute conIndian tribe, there is an addi- sistent information, grow your tional enrollment option of a followers and set up editorial 30-year contract. Land eligible calendars. Bring your tablet for wetland reserve easements or laptop if you have one. Preincludes farmed or converted sented by Twin Cities Media wetland that can be successful- Alliance and funded by MELly and cost-effectively restored. SA. NRCS will prioritize applica- 11/17 from 6:30 pm to 8 pm: tions based on the easement’s Author Julie Klassen will be potential for protecting and en- at the Belle Plaine library to hancing habitat for migratory talk about her books and more! She has many books including, birds and other wildlife. The Secret of Pembrooke Park To enroll land in Agricultural which won the Minnesota Book Land Easements or Wetland Award. Three of her books, The Reserve Easements, entities Maid of Fairbourne Hall, The and/or landowners may apply Girl in the Gatehouse, and The at any time at their local USDA Silent Governess have won the Service Center. Christy Award for Historical
Sibley County to Host Public Meetings on State’s Buffer Law In 2015, the State Legislature passed what is known as the Buffer Law. This law establishes buffer widths for public waters and public ditches. Sibley Soil and Water Conservation District will be hosting three meetings to help understand this law and to give the public a chance to have landowner questions answered. The meetings will have a short presentation about the buffer law, followed by one-on-one
Deadline for Farmers to Apply for Easement Funding is Oct. 1 Cathee Pullman, USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) state conservationist in Minnesota, announces that farmers interested in Easement Funding need to apply for the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP) by Oct. 1. ACEP provides ďŹ nancial and technical assistance to help conserve agricultural lands and wetlands. “Under the Agricultural Land Easements (ALE) component, NRCS helps protect working agricultural lands and limit non-agricultural uses of the land,â€? Pullman said. Minnesota NRCS ofďŹ ces are accepting applications for the ALE program from eligible partners. The program helps farmers and ranchers keep their land in agriculture. Eligible partners include Indian tribes, state and local governments, and nongovernmental organizations that have farmland or grassland protection programs. Land eligible for agricultural easements includes cropland, rangeland, grassland, pastureland and nonindustrial private forest land. NRCS will prioritize applications that protect agricultural uses, related conservation values of the land, and those that
Romance. The Maid of Fairbourne Hall and The Girl in the Gatehouse also won a Midwest Book Award and The Silent Governess was a ďŹ nalist in Romance Writers of America’s RITA awards. NEW ON THE SHELF Easy Readers: Each of these easy readers emphasize simple words with one ending (such After years of studying and $450,000. as ip-, ot-, etc.), using as many discussing possibilities, Jordan The city council recently word family words as posis ďŹ nally moving ahead with a awarded a bid to renovate the sible. Books contain colorful new headquarters for its police property to Rochon Corp of and simple illustrations which department, thanks to a ben- Osseo. Its bid of approximately make them fun and easy to eďŹ cial trade with the Minnesota $1.45 million was the lowest of read! Picture Books: It’s Time Department of Transportation. 10 bids the city took. The high- to Take a Nap by Harriet ZiefThe city is trading a nine-acre est of the bids was approxi- ert Juvenile: Space Taxi by tax forfeited property with the mately $1.57 million. Wendy Mass The D.A.T.A Set: state and taking control of a The project will transform the don’t Disturb the Dinosaurs building on Syndicate Street. building from a Mn/DOT ofďŹ ce by Ada Hopper How to Draw The city put $250,000 into the to a 4,000-square-foot police Spongebob Squarepants by property. The Jordan Indepen- facility that includes ofďŹ ces, Nickelodeon Studios Young dent recently reported its value patrol room, interview room, Adult: All the Feels by Danika was appraised at $410,000 to showers and locker room. The Stone It Ain’t so Awful Falafel building’s exterior will also re- by Firoozeh Dumas Holding ceive an upgrade, from yellow Court by K.C. Held Lucky sheet metal to stucco and rock Strikes by Louis Bayard NonPERMIT Fiction: Under Our Skin by to CARRY face. Jordan has been looking for an Benjamin Watson Belle Plaine CLASSES answer to its undersized police A Country Year by Patricia *LIW &HUWLILFDWHV $YDLODEOH facility for several years. Space Clark How to Drive: Real/FYU needs studies were conducted World Instruction and Advice $MBTT as far back#OMMITTED TO 9OUR as 2009. Original from Hollywood’s Top Driver sept. 18 +BO estimates for a new police sta- by Ben Collins Stephen Curry 10AM No previous *&ODVVHV LQ 1HZ 3UDJXH training required tion were in #OMFORT #ARE the neighborhood by Jon M. Fishman Cracking Call Mike 612-501-0031 www.refusetobevictimized.com of $4.5 million. the GED Test 2017 Edition s #LEANINGS by the Staff of the Princeton s &ILLINGS Review The Games: A Global #OMMITTED TO 9OUR s #ROWNS History of the Olympics by #OMFORT #ARE David Goldblatt Fiction: Dark s "RIDGES • Cleanings • Fillings • Crowns • Bridges • Dentures s #LEANINGS Road Home by Anna Carlisle s $ENTURES s &ILLINGS Lost Along the Way by Erin s #ROWNS Duffy The Harrows of Spring s "RIDGES $R 3TEVEN *ABS s $ENTURES by James Howard Kunstler #OMPREHENSIVE &AMILY $ENTISTRY The Bourbon Thief by Tiffany $R 3TEVEN *ABS 3 -ERIDIAN 3T "ELLE 0LAINE Reisz Charlie Red: American #OMPREHENSIVE &AMILY $ENTISTRY 3 -ERIDIAN 3T "ELLE 0LAINE Legends Collection Book Five by Michael Zimmer Shadow .EW 0ATIENTS 7ELCOME .EW 0ATIENTS 7ELCOME Rider by Christine Feehan -ONDAYn&RIDAY A M n P M %VENINGS !VAILABLE -ONDAYn&RIDAY A M n P M %VENINGS !VAILABLE Don’t Let Go by Jaci Burton X *OR)ND MF .O 0ROOF Large Print Fiction: Bitter0ICKUP FROM NEW SIZE @ INDD X *OR)ND MF !.O 0ROOF sweet by Colleen McCullough 0ICKUP FROM NEW SIZE @ DVD: Field of Dreams Word World Planes, Trains and Dr. Steven L. Jabs Trucks Let’s Learn ABC’s 201 S. Meridian St. Making Friends, Preschool is Family Dentistry Belle Plaine Cool. www.jabsdentistry.com
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Fourth Annual Bull Riding Event Sept. 9-10 in Arlington The Sibley County Fair Board is holding the fourth annual ProAuto NYA Bull Riding Event at the Sibley County Fairgrounds in Arlington Friday and Saturday, Sept. 9 and 10. Proceeds will beneďŹ t Jared Allen’s Homes for Wounded Warriors. Friday’s bull riding will kick off at 7 p.m. and will conclude with the Ramblin’ River Band. There will also be a live radio broadcast. Mutton Bustin’ for the kids will take place, along with the rafe drawing and live auction Friday and Saturday nights. As if the bull riding didn’t include enough danger and excitement, new this year each night will be Bull Fighters Only. This will be a display of professional
bull ďŹ ghters vs. Mexican ďŹ ghting bulls. Saturday’s festivities will feature a tailgate party from 3-6 p.m., which will include a mechanical bull, dunk tank, vendors and more. Saturday’s bull riding will begin at 6 p.m. After the competition concludes, the band Up South will play. Some of the best cowboys, bull ďŹ ghters and bucking bulls in the United States will be competing, including some Professional Bull Riding (PBR) bulls. Adult tickets are $15, with $2 from every ticket going to Jared Allen’s Homes for Wounded Warriors. Kids age 4-12 are $5 and under 3 are free. In 2015,
over $30,000 was raised and donated to this charity. Tickets are available at all United Farmers Co-op locations, Arlington NAPA, on the website www.arlingtonbullriding.com or from Bull Riding Event committee members. They will also be sold at the gate both days. Jared Allen’s Homes for Wounded Warriors is a nonproďŹ t organization created for raising money to build or modify the homes of America’s injured military veterans, making them handicap accessible and comfortable. For more information about the event, tickets or sponsorship opportunities, call Mike at 507-317-2641.
Le Center Man Charged With Forgery, Theft by Phony Check
A Le Center Man is due in Scott County District Court to answer criminal charges he forged a check and stole property using the allegedly forged check at businesses in Belle Plaine and New Prague. Cesar Ludgardo Proano is charged with felony check forgery and misdemeanor theft. He is due for a ďŹ rst appearance in Scott County District Court Sept. 16.
According to the criminal complaint, Proano, 29, and possibly two women used checks from a closed account April 18 to purchase $91.38 from Trends and Treasurers in New Prague. Police learned the account had been closed for two years and the checks were stolen from the original account-holder. Proano was listed as a suspect in the theft, the criminal charge states.
Ten days later, Proano used a check from an open account to try and purchase $405.88 worth of merchandise from Coborn’s grocery store in Belle Plaine. Two rain gauges were taken out of the store before the check was declined. Police learned the check’s account numbers had been modiďŹ ed to make the check appear valid, according to the criminal complaint.
School Board
• Approved a Belle Plaine 10th-grader attending LeSueurHenderson Schools. • Approved a Belle Plaine fourth- and sixth-grader attending Jordan Schools. • Approved a Belle Plaine seventh-grader attending Bloomington Public Schools. • Approved a Belle Plaine kindergartner and ďŹ rst-grader attending Shakopee Schools. • Approved a Belle Plaine ďŹ rstgrader attending New Prague Schools. • Approved a LeSueur-Henderson kindergartner attending
Belle Plaine Schools. • Approved four Prior LakeSavage Area Schools kindergartner, ďŹ rst-, seventh- and 12th-grader attending Belle Plaine Schools. • Approved revisions to policies on drug-free workplace/ schools, student surveys and school district system accountability. The board also approved a ďŹ rst reading of a new policy on uniform grant guidance, a policy intended to ensure the district is appropriately spending federal grants.
(continued from page 1) • Honored the BPHS baseball team for its season and appearance in the state tournament. • Hired Katie Maier, elementary teacher on special assignment, for the 2016-17 school year for $39,214. • Hired Kelli Quast, elementary school counselor, for the 2016-17 for $39,214. • Accept the resignation of Brittany Gores, elementary school counselor. • Accept the resignation of Meggan Schafer, special education para-professional. • Granted an employee leave of absence for Renetta Halverson from approximately Oct. 24 through Jan. 2, 2017. • Approved an employee leave of absence for Katherine Anez from approximately Dec. 9 through March 3, 2017.
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NORCOR Properties, a Minnesota Partnership, Farm Location: Rural Le Center, MN 1.5 Miles North of T.H. 99 on County Road 136/191st Ave., P/O Section 24, Township 111, Range 24, Le Sueur County, Minnesota 198.5 acres more or less, PIN 08.024.2800, 08.024.2600, 08.024.5200, and 08.024.5100
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~ We reserve the right to reject any and all bids. ~ Property sold in four (4) lots, based upon above four (4) PIN numbers. ~ Earnest money required from the winning bidder, per parcel, shall be $15,000.00, cash or certiďŹ ed funds. ~ The property is sold in “as isâ€? condition. The seller is making no warranties as to the condition of the property. Buyers are asked to physically inspect the property and to verify soils on the property prior to bidding. ~ The winning bidder, per parcel, will be required to execute a standard form purchase agreement at the conclusion of the bidding process. ~ Sealed bids are due to Warnemunde Law OfďŹ ce, 400 First Street South, P.O. Box 22, Montgomery, MN 56069, on or before Monday, September 12, 2016, at 12:00 noon. ~ The top six (6) bidders for each of the four (4) parcels shall be notiďŹ ed by phone and/ or mail to be at Warnemunde Law OfďŹ ce on Thursday, September 15, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. for the ďŹ nal bidding process. The ďŹ nal six (6) bidders for each of the four (4) parcels will have the opportunity to increase their bids in person on September 15, 2016. ~ The earnest money paid by the winning bidder(s) will be held by the Warnemunde Law OfďŹ ce Trust Account until the ďŹ nal closing date, and the earnest money check must be made payable to the Tim Warnemunde Trust Account. ~ The farm rent due and payable for the 2016 crop year shall be retained by the seller. ~ Seller is to pay all real estate taxes owing in 2016. ~ Seller shall deliver a clear and marketable Warranty Deed to the purchaser of each parcel upon closing. ~ The ďŹ nal closing date, when the balance of the purchase price is due to the seller, shall be Thursday, November 17, 2016. ~ Please include with your bid, the phone number and/or email address you wish to be contacted at for notiďŹ cation. ~ This property has been surveyed. Please contact Warnemunde Law OfďŹ ce at (507) 364-8611 to set up a time to review the survey. ~ Please contact Warnemunde Law OfďŹ ce to arrange for a personal inspection of the property. ~ No contingencies will be accepted from any buyer. ~ No agents please. ~ Possession of each parcel shall be subject to the existing farm rental agreement through December 2016. ~ None of the four (4) parcels are subject to a farm lease beyond December 2016.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24, 2016
BELLE PLAINE HERALD, BELLE PLAINE, MINNESOTA
Thirty Years Ago This Week
From the West Indies Curtis Mantey was the new principal at Trinity at Trinity Lutheran School in Belle Plaine for the 1986-87 school year. He and his wife and ďŹ ve daughters moved to Belle Plaine from the West Indies island of Antigua, where they had lived for the past seven years while Mantey was a teacher there. Pictured with Mantey, from left, are daughters Stacey, Jessica, Melissa, Kari, Kristin and wife Barb. Mantey was replacing Melville Schultz, who retired after 35 years as principal at Trinity. Belle Plaine public schools were set to open on Sept. 2 with an enrollment of approximately 853 students in grades K-12. Three new faculty members were hired to teach in the high school. They were Randy Carlson (mathematics), Ann Nelson (English and high school library) and Paula Zabel (junior and senior high vocal music). Linda Madsen, Karen Scott and Leslie Boyer were new teachers at the elementary school. Belle Plaine’s private schools, Our Lady of the Prairie Catholic and Trinity Lutheran, were expecting 85 and 84 students, respectively. The Belle Plaine FFA Chapter was working with the state of Minnesota and several other organizations in the state to send hay to drought-stricken areas in North Carolina. Anyone wishing to donate hay was asked to contact FFA teacher Joel Larsen. A 19-year-old Mankato man was killed early that Sunday morning in a two-vehicle accident at the edge of Belle Plaine. Jeffrey L. Roberts was thrown from the passenger seat and was rolled over by the vehicle after a collision with the back of a trailer being pulled by a pickup truck. The driver of the car was traveling northbound on Highway 169 just north of the Belleview restaurant when he apparently fell asleep. The man who robbed the Henderson bank, was chased by Henderson residents and eventually captured by Belle Plaine police, was sentenced to 20 years in prison. Larry Carlson would be demonstrating the ďŹ ner points of driving six Belgian horses at the state fair that coming weekend. This marked the second time the Carlsons were invited
to the fair to show fair spectators how the teamsters of yesteryear used the big horses for moving freight. A new chapter of Ducks Unlimited was being organized. A charter membership dinner would be held at the Vets Club on Sept. 10. Among the local committee members were Bill Chard, Sky Nyblom, Joe Lenz, Roger Mueller, Jack Schuneman and Jim Legg. The Belle Plaine High School tennis team opened the 1986 season by dropping a 4-3 decision to Cannon Falls. Sara Miller and Shannon Morrison both won their singles matches for the Tigers. The doubles team of Sally Halbmaier and Shelly Meger were also victorious. The BPHS football team, under new head coach Jeff Hiltz, would open the season Aug. 29 at home against the Janesville Golden Bears. The Tiger volleyball team, which was coming off a fourthplace ďŹ nish at the state tournament in 1985, was set to open the season at Arlington/Green Isle on Sept. 4. Returning seniors for Belle Plaine were Julie Halquist, Ann Siegle, Tammy Fahey, Joann Mabee and Shari Mueller.
60 Years Ago (1956)
Norine Fahey, 74, a native of the St. John’s community, was killed in a plunge off the high grade crossing of the river bottoms in Belle Plaine. In the same car was her brother, James, 78, who was in critical condition at the New Prague hospital. In a second car was Jean Gohlke, Assumption, who was treated for a back injury. Ed Bristol Jr., 21, Belle Plaine, rolled his car over on the new - Insurance - For Price - For Coverage - At Claim Time
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road at the Martin Nelson farm, by Sgt. Troy Christianson of are not functioning properly or if the power to it has been inwent into the ďŹ eld and stole a the Minnesota State Patrol wheel from the gang plow that Question: What are the rules terrupted. In this instance, the when a trafďŹ c light is out, be- driver must come to a complete had been left near the fence. Frank Heitzig, who had moved cause of a power outage for stop, yield to vehicles and pehere when his son bought the example? I treat them as a destrians who reach the intermovie theatre, died. His re- four-way stop, which I believe section ďŹ rst and proceed when mains were taken to his former is correct. It seems, however, the intersection is clear. home at SpringďŹ eld for burial. that not everybody that drives A ashing yellow light or arJessenland parish had its big- through this intersection agrees row means “caution.â€? Drivers gest homecoming with more with me. My daughter was must proceed through the interthan 600 participating at the nearly hit in the intersection by section with caution, yielding dinner. There was a ball game, a driver that felt they had the the right-of-way to vehicles and pedestrians already in the interright of way. tug-of-war and band concert. section. Vehicles turning left or Howard Brown arrived from Answer: Due to recent storms, making a U-turn to the left must many areas have experienced Chinook, Mont., for a visit at yield the right-of-way to other Blakeley with his father, Frank power outages where motorists vehicles approaching from the Brown, and the George Law- encountered inoperative traf- opposite direction. ďŹ c control signals. This can be rence family. dangerous as trafďŹ c control sig- In the event that power will At his old home in Assump- nals are generally used at inter- not be restored in a timely mantion occurred the death of Pat- sections where trafďŹ c volume ner, city, county or state ofrick Austin Colbert, a resident is high. These signals help to ďŹ cials may set up temporary/ of that community since his promote intersection safety and portable stop signs or signals. birth in 1857. The funeral mass orderly ow of trafďŹ c. Law enforcement may also be was offered by his brother, Rev. present to safely direct trafďŹ c at If a trafďŹ c signal is not funcWilliam Colbert. tioning properly, the inter- intersections. William Rusch of Belle Plaine section must be treated as an If you approach an intersecTownship won the ton-litter uncontrolled intersection. Un- tion where the trafďŹ c lights are contest. His litter of 10 attained controlled intersections are not working properly, use good a weight of 2,240 pounds in intersections that do not have judgement and be cautious as 180 days. Others in the top STOP or YIELD signs. Driv- other drivers may not follow six included H.A. Ruehling of ers are required to slow down, the law when it comes to interBelle Plaine and Otto Gutzmer prepare to stop and yield to section safety. of Blakeley. vehicles already in the intersec- You can avoid a ticket — and The biggest turnout at a ball tion. Drivers must always yield a crash — if you simply buckle game in Belle Plaine up to that to the vehicle that arrived ďŹ rst. up, drive at safe speeds, pay attime was the contest with the If multiple vehicles reach the tention and always drive sober. famous House of David team, intersection at the same time, Help us drive Minnesota Towhich won 7-2. Paid admis- yield to the vehicle on your ward Zero Deaths! sions were 1,179. right. If there is heavy trafďŹ c If you have any questions A.C. Wolfram, well-known at the intersection, this process concerning trafďŹ c-related laws former Belle Plaine Township will naturally begin to function or issues in Minnesota, send resident, died at his home near as a four-way stop. your questions to Sgt. Troy Spokane, Wash., to which place A ashing red trafďŹ c light is Christianson – Minnesota State he had moved six years before. treated as a stop sign. Some Patrol at 2900 48th Street NW, His remains were brought to trafďŹ c control signals will be Rochester MN 55901-5848. Belle Plaine with interment in defaulted to ash red when they You can also reach him at, Troy. Oakwood Cemetery. Christianson@state.mn.us. A small tornado hit Waconia with most damage being done • Small Business to buildings on the fairgrounds. Sewer diggers at Le Center Consulting found digging hard when they • Commercial & struck the old corduroy logs 4 feet under the surface of the Agriculture Lending Christopher G. Meyer street. The logs were as solid as the day they were put there. President • Commercial They were frequently used for 108 Oakwood Drive Equipment Leasing “pavementâ€? in the central secBelle Plaine, MN 56011 tion of Le Sueur County in • Real Estate Lending early days. Phone: (612) 756-0662 • Personal Loans Herman Hintz died at the New Email: cgmcompanies@gmail.com Ulm hospital and his remains were brought to the William Brandt home in Tyrone from Grounds Located at 34605 265th Ave, Le Sueur, MN where the funeral was held.
divided Highway 169 between Belle Plaine and Jordan. He suffered bruises on his neck and head and was taken to University Hospital. Highway 169 registered another trafďŹ c fatality that took the life of New Prague’s veteran city clerk, George J. Sticha, and brought injuries to Mayor William Jirik. Donald Sullivan, 21, son of Mr. and Mrs. Leo Sullivan, was in grave condition at St. Mary’s Hospital with a concussion and chest injuries as a result of a head-on collision with a MinValley Milk semi-truck on the gravel road in front of the Joe Donovan farm six miles southeast of Belle Plaine. A Le Sueur car owned by Shelby Stringham and driven by Ralph Borchardt, Blakeley Township, was en route to Carver when it couldn’t make 5605 the turn off the highway and Located 6 miles east of Le Sueur or 11 miles west of Montgomery or 13 miles south of Belle Plaine. All ta went into a swamp y area next for show grounds. 120 Years Ago to the river. Borchardt was takHe doesn’t just sell windows, doors, en to the Mankato hospital for (1896) roofing, and everything you could chest and chin injuries. The G.A.R. was holding its possibly need for your home projects... Admission: Gov. Orville L. Freeman an- national encampment in St. He’s a great listener and will guide Kids 12step & underFREE nounced that he would give a Paul, and the George Bradley you every of the way. street corner address in Belle AdultsPost of Belle Plaine attended in $10 button for entrance all three days, includes entertainment and tract Plaine as part of his campaign a body. Food for reelection. Pat Sherlock, Mat Sherlock, Mr. and Mrs. George Hoelz J.H. Johnson, August Johnson 14555 Galaxie Ave ¡ Apple Valley, MN Delicious and reasonably pr Randy.Koepp@LampertLumber.com and family and Lawrence Al- and John McGran were del-pm- The Fri- 9:30 am to 12:30 Fleming Fold offered by Thrashers Kitch brecht attended the Young egates from Faxon to the PopuContact Randy Koepp today! (952) 292-4416 2 pm to 5:30 pmJames J Busta Band with Molly B Pancake House & many mo America Centennial. George list convention in Minneapolis. Hoelz’s great-grandfather was Charles Gragert resigned his Sat- 9:30 am to 12:30 pm- Marv Nissel Band one of the original pioneers position of Standard Oil agent 2 pm 5:30over pm-byCraig Ebel and Dy Versa who settled there. Tractor ride, 7 miles long!- Fri. at 6: and the work wastotaken Mrs. Anna Sisterman, widow Jackson Brothers. Antique Tractor Pull- Sat. at 1 p of the late William Sisterman, Michael Sun9:30grain am separato 12:30 pm- Windy Creek C A R Y Kids Pedal Pull- Sat. at 3 pm Miller’s died in Minneapolis. She was tor burned 2topm 5:30 pmthe to ground while Downtown Sound Band Outdoor Church Service born in Belle Plaine Anna Wal- on the Mrs. Stoppelmann farm. tCatholic Mass- Sat. at 6pm erius. TheOld threshing wasDancing at sup- Jamboree on Friday Timecrew Music t&DVNFOJDBM 4FSWJDF 4VO Emil Scott, native of the West perand when the ďŹ re started. Saturday night until 11 pm. Bring your own Parades everyday at noon Union community, passed away Those were the days of railinstruments and join in the fun! Live Music everyday at St. Francis Hospital at the road travel. Every Omaha train age of 70. was being run in from two to Miss Joyce Mildred Rediske, four sections, each with 10 to CITY COUNCIL daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wil- 14 coaches, and there were Independent PROGRESS & GROWTH liam Rediske of St. Paul, be- many special trains. One night Paid for by Cary Coop • 300 S. Willow St. • Belle Plaine, MN 56011 came the bride of Lloyd Ny- during fair week, between 6 bolm Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. p.m. and 4 a.m., 203 passenger Lloyd Nybolm Sr. of Belle trains unloaded at the St. Paul Plaine. depot. At St. Thomas Church took place the marriage of Miss Kay Byrne, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R.A. Byrne of that parish, to Wayne McMillen, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence McMillen of Le Center. Helen O’Neill, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas O’Neill of Henderson, and Hugo E. Leider of Wells exchanged wedding Grounds Located at 34605 265th Ave, Le Sueur, MN vows at St. Thomas. Located 6 miles east of Le Sueur or 11 miles west of Montgomery or 13 miles south of Belle The baseball season ended loPlaine. All tar roads for show grounds. cally with the elimination of the Tigers in the MRL playoffs. The defending state champions, St. Peter, copped the loop crown Admission: for the second straight year. Kids 12 & under- FREE Adults- $10 button for entrance all three days, includes entertainment and tractor 90 Years Ago pull
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St. Thomas by: Loni Graham Father Roger Hessian will celebrate Mass at St. Thomas on Saturdays, Sept. 17 and Oct. 15 at 5 p.m. Father Andrew Stueve celebrates Masses at St. Anne’s in Le Sueur on Saturdays at 5:15 p.m., Sundays at 8 and 10:30 a.m. Father Marvin O’Connell, son of Richard and Anna Mae Kelly O’Connell, passed away August 19, 2016 in Holy South Bend Indiana. Father O’Connell,
with the Rybak, Tuma and Pomije O’Connells, are on our “Big Bill” and Hannah Shea O’Connell Branch. A funeral mass for this well-liked and popular priest will be celebrated on Wednesday, August 24 in the Basilica of the Sacred Heart. Burial will follow in the Holy Cross Community Cemetery at Notre Dame. A picture of Father O’Connell is on page 43 of the St. Thomas Centennial book. Teddy Mittelstadt and Courtney Mehrhof were mar-
Union Hill by: Edna Weiers St. John’s Catholic Church St. Scholastica Church Father Dave and Deacon Bob Saturday Mass at 8:15 p.m. at St. Scholastica Servers: Leo Pexa and Brad Kubes Sunday Mass at 8 a.m. at St. Scholastica Servers: Steve and Billy Odenthal Sunday Mass, 10 a.m. at St. John’s Servers: Gloria, Owen and Sylvia Lemke and Teagen Lambrecht Wednesday Mass at St. John’s 5 p.m., confessions following Aaron Seurer was honored at a birthday party Sunday, for his 38th birthday at the Noreen Seurer home. Gathering were his sister, brothers and families along with aunts and uncles for a fun afternoon and wonderful supper. Dan, Bridget, Sydney and Leah Smith of Shakopee recently returned from vacationing in northern Wisconsin. Along with Dan’s parents from New Brighton, and sister and her family from Portland OR, the group of 10 enjoyed boating, fishing, swimming, stand-up paddleboarding and relaxing on Gilmore Lake near Minong, WI. Bridget is the daughter of Flavian and Edna Weiers of Union Hill. Katelyn Zurn returned to the campus of St Benedict this past weekend. Katelyn will be a senior this year at SJU/CSB. This will be the first year in her
college career without Andrew or Nick also on campus. Best of luck to her and all the college students from the Union Hill area returning to classes. Five families of the Kmart Family and Friends “Camping Group” spent the last weekend at Lake Washington County Park near St Peter. Despite the rainy weekend, a birthday was celebrated, lots of good food, and bonfires were enjoyed by all. Humor Corner: A Norwegian came out of a hotel rather inebriated. He spotted a tall man in a blue uniform with gold braid on his sleeves, so he approached him and said, “Say, Mister, call me a taxi.” The uniformed man stiffened and said coldly, “My good man I am an Admiral.” “Vell,” said the drunk……”den call me a boat.”
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ried at St. Peter and Paul’s Catholic Church in Blue Earth on August 12. Guests from the Le Sueur side of St. Thomas were Rosemary Burns, John and Martha May, and Glenn and Marcia Wolff Cotton of Mankato. The newly weds “a perfect couple” on their way to Hawaii! BraggIng rights reserved for the mother of the groom, “best wedding homily ever by Father Peter Klein... Something every married couple, old or new, could use.” Kathy Thomason hosted a small gathering of relatives last Thursday when her sister Noreen Sanchez of Texas was home in Belle Plaine for a couple weeks. Kathy served a family favorite our grandma Alice Burns used to make this special treat, “Roly Poly”. Gary Rutt had a successful hip surgery at St. Francis Hospital in Shakopee on Monday, August 22. He’ll be coming home Wednesday the doctors told Shirley. Shirley wanted to add, “Girls Rule after the last births...19 girls and 17 boys.” 36 grandchildren all together! The 43rd Annual Le Sueur County Pioneer Power Show this year is featuring Minnesotans Go-Pher Cockshutt Club and all brands of lawn and garden tractors. Big consignment auction Friday. Parade at 12:30 all three days. Mollie B on Friday afternoon. Church Services at the grounds: Catholic Mass Saturday at 6 p.m. Ecumenical Service Sunday 7:30 a.m.
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City, Township Incumbents Face Challenges in November Belle Plaine area city council members and town board officials will face challenges in the general election Nov. 8. But in other communities, incumbents are running unchallenged. The filing period for communities not holding primary elections closed last Tuesday (Aug. 16). Cologne’s city council will have one new member and the mayoral race is a re-run of two years ago. Matt Lein is challenging Mayor Scott Williams. On the council race, Councilor Don Meyer is seeking reelection. Jamie Joos and Sarah Bruss are running for the two open seats along with Meyer. Councilor Jeff McInnis did not file for re-election. In Green Isle, Joe Kreger and Scott Beebe are running for mayor. Mayor Dale ZumBerge did not file for re-election. In the race for two seats on the Green Isle City Council, Jessica Andreas, Diane Brown and John Huston are challenging incumbents Mark Wentzlaff and Brian Oelfke. Jordan’s appointed mayor Tanya Velishek is seeking to win the job. Andrew Bertils and Dan Elke are also running for the job. Six people are running for three city council seats. They are incumbents Terry Stier and Jeff Will along with Thom Boncher, Luke Hessing, Jesse Masloski and Robert Whipps. In New Prague, Mayor Chuck Nickolay is unopposed. Councilors Shawn Ryan and Jenna Tuma are joined in the race for two seats by Robert Tiwari. In Henderson, Paul Menne is unopposed in the race for mayor. Robyn Geldner, James Notto, Izac Otting and Jim Wartman are running for two city council seats. In Le Sueur, Greg Hagg is
challenging Bob Broeder for the mayor’s post. Pat Berry, John Favolise and David Jennings are running for the first ward seat. Mark Huntington and Benjamin Rohloff are running for the second ward seat. Newell Krogman is the lone candidate for in a special election for a seat on the Le Sueur City Council. In Carver, six people are running for two open seats on the city council. They are Christopher Hammer, Courtney Johnson, Kristy Mock, Leah Oye, Laurie Sayre and Jim Weygand.
Township Races
In Belle Plaine Township, Supervisor Robert Koenig is facing a challenge from Christopher Franke. Chris Bieder and Dale Stier are also seeking the township’s other supervisor seat. Colleen Dennis and Myron Bratsch are facing off for Belle Plaine Township’s treasurer’s position. Blakeley Township’s only open supervisor seat has incumbent Brian Schmidt seeking re-election. Brent Koepp and David Mecredy are challenging Maureen Busse for the clerk position. Longtime St. Lawrence Township Supervisor Hubert Jeurissen is seeking re-election. Ronald Symanitz is challenging him. Ramona Bischof is unchallenged in a re-election bid as the township’s clerk. In Helena Township, John Wermerskirchen and Duane Deutsch are the two candidates for both supervisor seats. DeAnn Croat is unchallenged in a re-election bid as the township’s clerk. Across the river in Faxon Township, Matthew McConnell and Greg Murphy are unchallenged in re-election bids
for two supervisor seats. Becky McConnell is unchallenged for the township’s treasurer. In Henderson Township, Sven Mattson and Roger Reinhardt are unchallenged for the two supervisor seats. Beverly Stueber is the lone candidate for Henderson Township’s treasurer post. Dan Eibs and Jerry Narr are unchallenged for Jessenland Township’s two supervisor posts. Deborah Boettcher is the lone candidate for the treasurer’s job. In Washington Lake Township, David Flannery and David Rohde are the only candidates for two supervisor posts. Therese Ott is unchallenged in a bid for township treasurer. In Carver County’s Benton Township, Edwin Brueggemeier and Andrew Steinhagen are the candidates for two supervisor positions. Nobody filed for the township’s treasurer post. In Dahlgren Township, Paul Modeen and Mark Willems are unchallenged in the race for two supervisor seats. Doran Brahee is also unchallenged in the filing for Dahlgren’s treasurer position. Hancock Township supervisors Marlin Melcher and Kevin Sons are unchallenged in the election of two supervisor positions. Thomas Herrmann is also unchallenged for the treasurer’s job. In Le Sueur County’s Ottawa Township, Richard Peterson and Tim Griep are the lone candidates for two supervisor seats. Janet Nordstrom is the only candidate for the township’s treasurer post. Sharon Township supervisors James Mayer and Alan Schwartz are unchallenged. Amy Braun has no opposition for the treasurer’s job.
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Mindy Chevalier • Community Services Director 873-2407 Dorothy Saulsbury • Recreation Director & Kids Company Coordinator 873-2411 Chelsea Hutchison • Communications Director 873-2409 Sheri Prokosch • ECFE Coordinator 873-2415 Kim DeWitte • Preschool Pals information 873-2401 220 S. Market St., Belle Plaine • www.belleplaine.k12.mn.us School Year Office Hours: M-F, 7:30am-4:00pm
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St. Peter Will Hold Contest to Name New City Park
After deeming a recommendation on the name of a new park too pedestrian, the St. Peter Pre-registration is needed for all programs and activities City Council will let contestants suggest the name. The St. Peter City Council re5th-6th grade Tackle Football school For more information and/or cently encouraged administracost of registration call Belle 3rd-4th grade Volleyball Varsity Volleyball Coaches Sara tion to create a contest to create Plaine Community Education at Geller and Richard Foust are a name for the new park in the 952-873-2411 or register online at 5th-6th grade Volleyball introducing a new opportunity www.belleplaine.k12.mn.us then FLAG FOOTBALL K – 2 for our 3rd & 4th grade volleyball click on Community Services. This program will ofďŹ cially players. This program will All Activities listed below have begin Saturday, Sept. 10, under the introduce young athletes to the open registration. direction of Community Recreation, game of volleyball, emphasizing on sportsmanship and development **Fall Community Edcuation parent volunteers, High School of well-rounded players. The girls Brochure - Online @ www. players and coaches. Games will will practice under the direction be played Saturday mornings on belleplaine.k12.mn.us under of the 9th - 12th grade volleyball the ChatďŹ eld Recreation Fields. Community Educationteams. GRADES: 3rd - 4th Date: Hardcopies will be mailed to DATES: Saturday, Sept. 10 - Oct. Mondays, Sept. 12 - Oct. 17 Time: With a resurfacing project set 8 Time/Location: 10:00 11:30 am your Door by August 31st** Chat eld Rec. Fields Cost: $25.00 3:30 - 4:30 pm Location: BPHS for the intersection of HighYOUTH ENRICHMENT: South Gym Fee: $40.00 **Jr Tiger way 41 and County Road 61 (includes t-shirt) Opportunities available for 4th in 2019, Chaska city ofďŹ cials PRESCHOOL PALS: Contact FALL TACKLE FOOTBALL grade girls.** are looking at a redesign of the Kim DeWitte - kdewitte@ 3rd & 4th Grade heavily-used crossroads. belleplaine.k12.mn.us DRIVERS EDUCATION The city wants to see Highway Introductory instructional leagues KIDS COMPANY IS NOW for boys in grades 3 & 4 designed to The Belle Plaine Community 41 expanded. Council members TAKING REGISTRATIONS work on the fundamentals of football Education Drivers Education like the idea of an additional FOR THE 2016-17 SCHOOL in a fun and safe game. Players will program is for students, ages 15 - lane on Highway 41 with turn YEAR! learn teamwork, along with the 18, who live or attend school within lanes to facilitate trafďŹ c and Kids Company’s mission is to basic skills of blocking, passing, Belle Plaine School District 716. The support downtown businesses, provide before and after school care receiving and ball carrying. Lead by driver’s education program includes the Chaska Herald recently refor Children Pre K-6th grade in an High School football coaches and classroom instruction and behind- ported. Currently, the lack of environment that is safe, enjoyable players. DATES: Saturday, Sept. the-wheel training. Cost: $350.00 dedicated turn lanes leads to and caring while supporting 10 - Oct. 8 Time/Location: 10:00 - $175.00 due upon registration, snarled trafďŹ c downtown. children’s individual education and - 11:30 am ChatďŹ eld Rec. Fields balance due at completion of the Carver County is eyeing the class. Please stop by the Belle Plaine reconstruction of County Road social development. Please register Cost: $65 High School OfďŹ ce for a Drivers Online or contact: dsaulsbury@ GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Education registration packet or belleplaine.k12.mn.us print a copy from the Community 3rd & 4th Grade YOUTH SPORTS Education website. *New Format on Monday’s after Register Online: The week of Aug. 15-21, Belle Plaine police responded to the www.belleplaine.k12.mn.us following selected calls: K-2nd grade Flag Football 3rd-4th grade Tackle Football Monday, Aug. 15 Pioneer Power A property-damage crash on Fatal Crash private property on the 800 (continued from page 1) block of East Main Street was (continued from page 1) reported at 2:02 p.m. strations and they sell some An ofďŹ cer updated the city’s great ice cream. registry of sex offenders at 2:23 If you get hungry, the Thresh- Maintenance Services started a p.m. ers Kitchen serves a variety of GoFundMe page to raise monPolice assisted a sheriff’s dephome-cooked food. A pancake ey for Tucker’s college educauty at 7:28 p.m. with a call for tion. Almost $13,000 has been breakfast will be available Satmedical help from a person on urday and Sunday mornings. pledged. the 11800 block of 240th Street Scott County Public Health ofFath was on his way home to Over a dozen food vendors will in Belle Plaine Township. fers back to school vaccinations the house he and his girlfriend, also be selling various food on selected Monday afternoons Ashley Hiemstra, share on Scott Tuesday, Aug. 16 items. from 2-5 p.m. at 792 CanterLane. He was supposedly at a An ofďŹ cer assisted a sheriff’s bury Road South, Suite B231, A Catholic Church service friend’s house, Graham said. deputy at 7:56 a.m. with a call will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday, The house was on the north side Shakopee. with an ecumenical service on of Highway 169. Fath’s family for medical help from a person The clinic serves uninsured on the 300 block of First Street Sunday at 7:30 a.m. doesn’t know anything about in Belle Plaine Township. children and adults, and those Admission to the Pioneer the friend or exactly where the A two-car property-damage individuals who have health insurance but coverage does not Power show is $10 for the friend’s house is located. Fath crash on Old Highway 169 purchase of a collector button, owns a car, Graham said. The include vaccines. which is good for admission on family is not certain why Fath Boulevard was reported at 4:07 Available vaccines include p.m. all 3 days. was walking. those required for day care, The family’s biggest concern A person on the 200 block of Head Start or school enrollis they may never have the an- West Prairie Street reported at ment, and other age-appropriate 4:17 p.m. a bike that was missswers. recommended vaccines. ing or stolen. “We really want to know what Call 952-496-8555 to make an happened. Why didn’t the per- A person on the 400 block appointment. son stop? What happened?â€? of North Elm Street reported College News There is also a walk-in clinGraham said. “We just want at 5:05 p.m. receiving a scam ic on Tuesday and Thursday phone call from a person claimsome closure.â€? mornings from 8:30-10:30 a.m. Mellina Hovorka of Belle A full obituary appears on ing to work for the U.S. Internal at the same location. No ap- Plaine made the Summer page 3. Revenue Service Dean’s List at North Dakota pointment is needed. Wednesday, Aug. 17 State University. An ofďŹ cer cited four children at 2:15 a.m. for curfew violations and trespassing at Belle Plaine High School. A person on the 700 block of West Prairie Street called for medical help at 9:55 a.m. A woman was transported to an area hospital. A person on the 200 block of West State Street reported at 10:04 a.m. the theft of a gift card. A minor property-damage crash at a business on the 100 block of North Aspen Lane was reported at 3:21 p.m. A person on the 800 block of South Maple Street reported at 5:33 p.m. receiving a scam phone call from a person claiming to work for the IRS. Thursday, Aug. 18 A person on the 1000 block of Provence Lane reported at 11:27 a.m. the theft of property.
Traverse Green subdivision. The contest will come up with a name more to the council’s liking than the park board’s recommendation: Traverse Park. St. Peter used a contest when it named Warren Park back in the 1990s, the St. Peter Herald recently reported. Councilors
Chaska Eyes New Design for Busy Downtown Intersection 61 from County Road 140 to Highway 41 next year The city also wants to see the County Road 61 bridge repaired. It is currently limited to one lane because of safety concerns associated with the bridge deck. The Minnesota Department of Transportation is planning a $2 million resurfacing project slated for 2019. Mn/DOT estimates 18,000 vehicles use the intersection of Highway 41 and County Road 61 each day. That number is expected to grow to 22,000 in the years to come.
noted the city uses “Traverseâ€? in various parks and other facilities. Suggestions must include the name and address of the person offering the suggestion, a move intended to reduce farcical offerings. The city’s park board will review the suggestions and pass suggestions along to the city council for a ďŹ nal decision.
Area Separated, Divorce Support Meetings The next area Separated and Divorce Support Group meetings will take place Tuesdays, Sept. 6 and 20 from 7-8:30 p.m. at St. Wenceslaus Church (lower level), 215 East Main Street in New Prague. Come and experience good support as you move through this time in your life. People of all faiths are welcome. Sessions take place the ďŹ rst Tuesday of each month. Call Deacon Bob at 952-7580463 or Mary at 952-873-6781 for more information.
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Jordan police arrested the suspects on other charges and the property was returned to the owner. A person on the 100 block of South Grove Street reported at 3:24 p.m. receiving a scam phone call from someone claiming to work for the IRS. A person on the 100 block of South Willow Street reported at 4:39 p.m. receiving a scam phone call from someone claiming to work for the IRS. Friday, Aug. 19 A person on the 100 block of West Main Street reported at 10:21 a.m. the library was open but not staff was present. An ofďŹ cer stayed at the building until a staff person arrived. A person on the 300 block of West Forest Street reported at 10:55 a.m. receiving a scam phone call from a person claiming to work for the IRS. A person on the 800 block of Prairie Oak Drive reported at 11:06 a.m. receiving a scam
phone call from someone claiming to work for the IRS. A person on the 400 block of North Chestnut Street reported at 11:09 a.m. receiving a scam phone call from someone claiming to work for the IRS. A person on the 900 block of Woodridge Drive reported at 1:38 p.m. receiving a scam phone call from someone claiming to work for the IRS. At 7:05 p.m., a person on the 600 block of Main Street called for medical help. A man was transported to an area hospital. Saturday, Aug. 20 Police assisted the driver of a vehicle in a ditch along Highway 169 at 9:55 a.m. After conďŹ rming the driver’s soberness, a citation was issued for driving with unsafe tires. Sunday, Aug. 21 A person on the 300 block of South Cedar Street called for medical help at 10:17 p.m. A woman was transported to an area hospital.
Fire Calls
The week of Aug. 15-21, Belle fered a minor head injury. The Plaine ďŹ reďŹ ghters responded to child was transported to an area the following selected calls: hospital. Wednesday, Aug. 17 Tuesday, Aug. 16 FireďŹ ghters were dispatched at FireďŹ ghters responded at 3:24 p.m. to a property-damage 12:57 a.m. to a mutual aid call crash on the 100 block of Aspen on the 1400 block of 160th Lane. A vehicle hit a parked car. Street in Louisville Township. There were no injuries. They provided tankers for wa- Saturday, Aug. 20 ter transport to the scene of a FireďŹ ghters responded at 9:59 pole barn ďŹ re. a.m. to a report of a vehicle in At 3:16 p.m., ďŹ reďŹ ghters re- the ditch near the intersection sponded at 3:16 p.m. to a call of East Main Street and Highfor medical help from a person way 169. FireďŹ ghters provided on the 9800 block of Union Hill trafďŹ c control. There were no Boulevard. A child fell and suf- injuries reported.
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A Year Later, Cologne Firefighters Jordan Will Help Finance Still Seeking Pension Increase Historic Brewery, Slope Repairs Relief Association Concerned City Council Has Taken No Action On Issue in Past Year
It’s been a year since the Cologne Fire Relief Association proposed an increase in the contribution to firefighters’ pension fund. Twelve months later, the issue remains unsettled. Last Monday (Aug. 15), a few dozen of the association’s 31 firefighters filled the back of the council chambers as Chief Chuck Joos and John Hendel, a member of the association’s board of directors, presented a slightly revised request. The association wants to raise its per-firefighter pension from approximately $940 per firefighter/per year of service to $1,500. Currently, the association’s 31 members represent about 590 years of cumulative service, said Cologne City Administrator Jesse Dickson. Increasing the pension fund to a funding level of $1,500 per firefighter/ per year of service would ultimately push the fund to about $835,000. The existing pension fund is approximately $257,000 underfunded, a deficit Joos said can be made up over the next decade.
The money facet of the Aug. Hendel said the association City leaders in Jordan have 15 presentation was similar to and its leadership are deter- agreed to help, albeit it tempothe request the fire relief as- mined to keep the issue on the rarily, fund restoration of the sociation made last year. The front burner. While it has spent historic Jordan Brewery along presentation was slightly more the last year working on guide- Highway 21 and repairs to the simplistic, Hendel said. Fire- lines, “we don’t believe city ad- failed slope that damaged it. fighters’ pension comes from ministration or the city council The city council recently aptwo forms of state aid, contri- has done anything” on moving proved temporary financing for butions from the city and the the issue toward an agreeable improvements to the building townships the Cologne Fire resolution. Hendel said the as- and slope, money that will be Department serves, and invest- sociation is looking for a definiment income. tive answer on its request from Since its previous request to the city council. address the pension issue, the Joos accepted responsibility relief association has spent the for not pushing the pension islast 12 months updating written sue over time. Williams said department and association reg- previous city staff did not bring ulations and operating guide- the issue to the council for publines. The association worked lic discussion. said it received guidance from Representatives of the city’s the Minnesota State Auditor’s fire relief association believe Office in drafting the policies their request is justified. Co- Construction of the new eland guidelines. City Attorney logne firefighters handle about ementary school in Carver is Larry Harris will review those twice as many calls annually underway, moving toward an updates, Dickson said. as firefighters in Hamburg. The opening in the fall of 2017. The fire relief association is pension fund in Hamburg pays Work on the 111,000-squareconcerned the city council has each firefighter approximately foot school began with a not made any plans to address $1,600 per year of service, ground-breaking in July. Since then, trees and other vegetation the issue. Mayor Scott Wil- Handel said. liams told the firefighters after The municipal contribution have been cleared, the Chaska the presentation at the Aug. 15 includes money from Cologne Herald recently reported. Gradmeeting the council would re- and the three townships the ing work began Aug. 15. Bids on various sections of view the information presented. Call Now: the 800-259-1096 Their Price department serves – Benton, building will be opened this The council has not yet OK’dTM Dahlgren and Hancock. The Crestor week (Aug. 25) and forwarded the $16,400 municipal $ contrithree town boards have been to the Eastern Carver County 794.70 bution to the association’s pen- informed the fire relief associaSchool Board Sept. 12. Typical US Brand Price sion fund for 2016. The council tion is interested in increasing for 20mg x 90 has also not yet discussed the the pension fund, but they have The layout of the school, its Our Price not yet formally agreed to the offices and classrooms, has size of the city’s contribution been finalized. Details on furRosuvastatin for 2017. A budget workshop is * increase, Dickson said. You can save up to 97% when you fillfixtures and equipment nishing, $ scheduled for next month. 78.30 your prescriptions with our are Canadian under review, said Project Generic equivalent of Crestor
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Thank you. • City Council Meeting on Sept. 6 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. 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: Al-Anon Meeting @ 7 p.m. (The Little Brick School House (201 S. 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Legal Notices STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF SCOTT DISTRICT COURT FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE Court File No. 70-PR-16-14911 NOTICE OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS In Re: Estate of Cheryl Lee West, also known as Cheryl L. West also known as Cheryl West, Decedent
Notice is given that an Application for Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar. The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Jason Robert West, 2995 Eagan Avenue, Eagan, Minnesota 55121, to serve as the personal representative of the decedent's estate. Any heir 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 issuance of letters of general administration, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the decedent. Notice is further given that, subject to Minnesota Statutes section 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: August 11, 2016 Filed in Scott County Courts August 11, 2016 By: Vicky L. Carlson, Registrar By: Phil Bird, Court Administrator, Deputy Waybridge Law Group, LLC Kurt J. Fischer, Esq. MN# 0294020 601 Carlson Parkway, Suite 1100 Minnetonka, MN 55305 Telephone: (952) 693-2616 Facsimile: (952) 693-2621 e-mail: kfischer@waybridgelawgroup.com Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, August 17 and 24, 2016.
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF SCOTT FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 70-PR-16-14782 NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF CO-PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of John Frank Geronime, also known as John Frank Geronime III, John F. Geronime and John Geronime, Decedent
Notice is given that an application for informal probate of the Decedent’s Will, dated July 2, 2010, (“Will”), has been filed with the Registrar. The application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Richard Allen Farrier and LeAnn Farrier, whose address is 14998 123rd Street, Little Falls, MN, 56345, as co-personal representatives of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the co-personal representatives. Unless objections are filed with the Court (pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-607) and the Court otherwise orders, the co-personal representatives have full power to administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate. Any objections to the probate of the Will or appointment of the Co-Personal Representatives must be filed with this Court and will be heard by the Court after the filing of an appropriate petition and proper notice of hearing. Notice is also given that (subject to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the co-personal representatives or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: August 9, 2016 Filed in Scott County Courts August 9, 2016 By: Vicky L. Carlson, Registrar By: Phil Bird, Court Administrator, Deputy Attorney for Personal Representative Allison J. Gontarek Huemoeller & Gontarek PLC 16670 Franklin Trail, Suite 210 Prior Lake, MN, 55372 Attorney License No: 0303276 Telephone: (952) 447-2131 FAX: (952) 447-5628 Email: hg@priorlakelaw.com Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, August 17 and 24, 2016.
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: May 21, 2009 MORTGAGOR: Timothy W. Fleury and Melissa L. Fleury, husband and wife. MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded June 2, 2009 Scott County Recorder, Document No. A 826928. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association. Dated November 12, 2015 Recorded November 25, 2015, as Document No. A992231. TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT'S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 100026900141166586 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Bell America Mortgage LLC dba Bell Mortgage RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1410 Northeast 7th Street, New Prague, MN 56071 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 240720090 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 6, Block 2, Bohemia Acres First Addition COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Scott ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $265,550.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $278,762.62 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: September 15, 2016 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 March 15, 2017, 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: July 11, 2016 JPMorgan Chase 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 30 - 16-004535 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, July 20, 27 and August 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2016.
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: May 21, 2010 MORTGAGOR: Candice Hobbs, a single person. MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Summit Mortgage Corporation, a Minnesota Corporation its successors and assigns. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Filed June 10,
2010, Scott County Registrar of Titles, Document No. T203064 on Certificate of Title No. 47892. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: U.S. Bank National Association. Dated March 17, 2016 Filed March 25, 2016 , as Document No. T238785. Said Mortgage being upon Registered Land. TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT'S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 100061907000154963 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Summit Mortgage Corporation, a Minnesota Corporation RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: U.S. Bank National Association MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 5578 West 131st Street, Savage, MN 55378 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 261070310 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 7, Block 2, Maple Leaf Woods 1st Addition, according to the plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for Scott County, Minnesota COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Scott ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $173,537.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $163,895.15 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: September 20, 2016 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 March 20, 2017 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: July 18, 2016 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 - 16-004282 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, July 27 and August 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2016.
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF SCOTT DISTRICT COURT FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 70-CV-16-13550 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE In the Matter of the Petition of Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, in relation to Certificate of Title No. 34043 issued for land in the County of Scott and State of Minnesota and legally described as follows: Outlot E, MARKET PLACE 2ND ADDITION, Scott County, Minnesota ----------------------------------TO: Mark B. Ronning and U.S. Bank National Association ND Upon receiving and filing the Report of Examiner of Titles in the above-entitled matter, IT IS ORDERED, that you, and all persons interested, appear before this Court on September 21, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. in the Scott County Government Center, 200 Fourth Avenue West, City of Shakopee, County of Scott, State of Minnesota, and then, or as soon thereafter as the above-entitled matter can be heard, show cause, if any there be, why this Court should not enter an Order as follows: That the Registrar of Titles, upon the filing with him of a certified copy of this Order, shall cancel Certificate of Title No. 34043 and enter a new certificate of title for the land therein described in favor of Federal Home
Loan Mortgage Corporation, subject to the memorial of Document Nos. T93036 and T100572, but free from all other memorials now appearing on the present Certificate of Title, the last of which is Document T238038, and free from the memorial of this Order. Attendance is required only by those who wish to object to the entry of the above-described Order. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED, that this Order be served: (a) at least 14 days prior to such hearing upon the above-named parties residing in this State in the manner provided by law for the service of Summons in a civil action; (b) it shall be served at least 14 days before the hearing upon each of the above-named non-residents by sending a copy of this Order to the non-resident's post office address, by registered or certified mail, return receipt; (c) except as provided in Paragraph (d) below, it shall be served upon each of the above-named parties who cannot be found by three weeks publication and by sending a copy of this Order at least 14 days prior to the hearing by first class mail to the last known address of such party and by sending another copy of this Order at least 14 days prior to the hearing by first class mail to the address of such party as stated on the Certificate of Title if an address is so stated, which service shall be deemed complete 21 days after the first publication; and (d) upon a dissolved, withdrawn or revoked business entity governed by Minn. Stat. Chp. 302A, 303, 317A, 322A, 322B or 323 in the manner provided by Minn. Stat. Section 5.25. Approved: Dated: August 2, 2016 Filed in Scott County Courts August 2, 2016 By: Diane M. Hanson Hon. Judge Judge of District Court Approved as to form this 1st day of August, 2016 By: Bryce D. Huemoeller Examiner of Titles USSET, WEINGARDEN & LIEBO P.L.L.P By: /s/ Adam Soczynski Adam Soczynski, #0264805 Attorney for Petitioner 4500 Park Glen Road, Suite 300 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55416 (952) 925-3644 Telephone (952) 925-5879 Facsimile Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, August 17, 24 and 31, 2016.
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF SCOTT DISTRICT COURT JUDICIAL DISTRICT: 1st Court File # 70-FA-16-13541 Case Type: Dissolution with Children SUMMONS Without Real Estate In Re the Marriage of: Melissa Rose Garcia, Petitioner and Oscar Garcia-Jimenez, Respondent THE STATE OF MINNESOTA TO THE ABOVE-NAMED Respondent: Warning: Your spouse (husband or wife) has filed a lawsuit against you for dissolution of your marriage. A copy of the paperwork regarding the lawsuit is served on you with this summons. This summons is an official document from the court that affects your rights. Read this summons carefully. If you do not understand it, contact an attorney for legal advice. 1. The Petitioner (your spouse) has filed a lawsuit against you asking for a dissolution of your marriage (divorce). A copy of the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage is attached to this Summons. There should also be a copy of Petitioner's Financial Affidavit attached. 2. You must serve upon Petitioner and file with the Court a written Answer to the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage and your Financial Affidavit. You must pay the required filing fee. Answer forms and the Financial Affidavit form are available from the Court Administrator's office. You must serve your Answer and Financial Affidavit upon Petitioner within thirty (30) days of the date you were served with this Summons, not counting the day of service. If you do not serve and file your Answer and Financial Affidavit, the Court may give your spouse everything he or she is asking for in the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. This proceeding does not involve real property. Notice of temporary restraining provisions Under Minnesota law, service of this summons makes the following requirements apply to both parties to the action, unless they are modified by the court or the proceeding is dismissed: (1) Neither party may dispose of any assets except (a) for the necessities of life or for the necessary generation of income or preservation of assets, (b) by an agreement of the parties in writing, or (c) for retaining counsel to carry on or to contest this proceeding. (2) Neither party may harass the other party. (3) All currently available insurance coverage must be maintained and continued without change in coverage or beneficiary designation. (4) Parties to a marriage dissolution proceeding are encouraged to attempt alternative dispute resolution pursuant to Minnesota law. Alternative dispute resolution includes mediation, arbitration and other processes as set forth in the district court rules. You may contact the court administrator about resources in your area. If you cannot pay for mediation or alternative dispute resolution, in some counties, assistance may be available to you through a nonprofit provider or a court program. If you are a victim of domestic abuse or threats as defined in Minnesota statutes, chapter 518B, you are not required to try mediation and you will not be penalized by the court in later proceedings.
wednesday, august 24, 2016 If you violate any of these provisions, you will be subject to sanctions by the court. Notice of parent education program requirements Under Minnesota Statutes, Section 518.157, in a contested proceeding involving custody or parenting time of a minor child, the parties must begin participation in a parent education program that meets minimum standards promulgated by the Minnesota Supreme Court within 30 days after the first filing with the court. In some Districts, parenting education may be required in all custody or parenting proceedings. You may contact the District Court Administration for additional information regarding this requirement and the availability of parent education programs. Dated: 6/15/16 By: Melissa Rose Garcia 700 Gaden Lane APT Apt. 212 Shakopee, MN 55379 Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, August 17, 24 and 31, 2016.
LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 8 - 16-005080 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, August 10, 17, 24, 31 and September 7 and 14, 2016.
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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: September 29, 2005 MORTGAGOR: Robert C. Dunham and Lisa M. Dunham, husband and wife MORTGAGEE: Mortgages NOTICE OF MORTGAGE Unlimited, Inc. FORECLOSURE SALE DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded October THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION 21, 2005 Scott County Recorder, OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY Document No. A717494. OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR ASSIGNMENTS OF WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED MORTGAGE: Assigned to: ABN BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY Amro Mortgage Group, Inc. Dated THIS ACTION. September 29, 2005 Recorded NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, October 21, 2005, as Document No. that default has occurred in con- A717495. And thereafter assigned ditions of the following described to: Hudson City Savings Bank now mortgage: known as Manufacturers and Traders DATE OF MORTGAGE: February Trust Company a/k/a M&T Bank, as 5, 2003 successor by merger. Dated July MORTGAGOR: Rosemary J. 16, 2015 Recorded July 23, 2015, as Radoush, single woman. Document No. A984379. MORTGAGEE: Mortgage TRANSACTION AGENT: Electronic Registration Systems, NONE Inc. as nominee for American TRANSACTION AGENT'S Summit Mortgage Corp. its succes- MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION sors and assigns. NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: DATE AND PLACE OF NONE RECORDING: Recorded February LENDER OR BROKER AND 19, 2003 Scott County Recorder, MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR Document No. A587691. STATED ON MORTGAGE: ASSIGNMENTS O F Mortgages Unlimited, Inc MORTGAGE: Assigned to: RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE CitiMortgage, Inc.. Dated May 24, SERVICER: CitiMortgage, Inc. 2012 Recorded May 31, 2012, as MORTGAGED PROPERTY Document No. A906778. And ADDRESS: 23240 Woodland Ridge thereafter assigned to: Green Drive, Lakeville, MN 55044 Tree Servicing LLC n/k/a Ditech TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 081040210 Financial LLC. Dated September LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF 19, 2014 Recorded September 22, PROPERTY: Lot 7 Block 2, 2014, as Document No. A965433. Woodland Ridge, Scott County, TRANSACTION AGENT: Minnesota Mortgage Electronic Registration COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY Systems, Inc. IS LOCATED: Scott TRANSACTION AGENT'S ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: $742,000.00 100162500047726279 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED LENDER OR BROKER AND TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, STATED ON MORTGAGE: IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: American Summit Mortgage Corp. $814,395.68 RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE That prior to the commencement SERVICER: Ditech Financial LLC of this mortgage foreclosure prof/k/a Green Tree Servicing LLC ceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of MORTGAGED PROPERTY Mortgagee complied with all notice ADDRESS: 1178 Havenview Drive, requirements as required by statute; Shakopee, MN 55379 That no action or proceeding has TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 272581210 been instituted at law or otherwise LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF to recover the debt secured by said PROPERTY: Unit No. 121, mortgage, or any part thereof; Common Interest Community No. PURSUANT to the power of sale 1056, Weston Ponds Courthomes contained in said mortgage, the COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY above described property will be IS LOCATED: Scott sold by the Sheriff of said county ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL as follows: AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: $103,500.00 October 13, 2016 at 10:00 AM AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED PLACE OF SALE: Sheriff of Scott TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF County, Civil Unit, 301 South Fuller NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, Street, Shakopee, MN to pay the IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: debt then secured by said Mortgage, $92,754.10 and taxes, if any, on said premises, That prior to the commencement and the costs and disbursements, of this mortgage foreclosure pro- including attorneys' fees allowed by ceeding Mortgagee/Assignee of law subject to redemption within Mortgagee complied with all notice six (6) months from the date of requirements as required by statute; said sale by the mortgagor(s), their That no action or proceeding has personal representatives or assigns been instituted at law or otherwise unless reduced to Five (5) weeks to recover the debt secured by said under MN Stat. §580.07. mortgage, or any part thereof; TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PURSUANT to the power of sale PROPERTY: If the real estate is contained in said mortgage, the an owner-occupied, single-family above described property will be dwelling, unless otherwise provided sold by the Sheriff of said county by law, the date on or before which as follows: the mortgagor(s) must vacate the DATE AND TIME OF SALE: property if the mortgage is not reinOctober 4, 2016 at 10:00 AM stated under section 580.30 or the PLACE OF SALE: Sheriff of Scott property is not redeemed under secCounty, Civil Unit, 301 South Fuller tion 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on April Street, Shakopee, MN 13, 2017, unless that date falls on to pay the debt then secured by a weekend or legal holiday, in said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, which case it is the next weekday, on said premises, and the costs and and unless the redemption period is disbursements, including attorneys' reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. fees allowed by law subject to Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. redemption within six (6) months MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED from the date of said sale by the FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION mortgagor(s), their personal repre- ON MORTGAGE: None sentatives or assigns unless reduced "THE TIME ALLOWED BY to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. LAW FOR REDEMPTION §580.07. BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE TIME AND DATE TO VACATE MORTGAGOR'S PERSONAL PROPERTY: If the real estate is R E P R E S E N T A T I V E S an owner-occupied, single-family OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE dwelling, unless otherwise provid- REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS ed by law, the date on or before IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS which the mortgagor(s) must vacate ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA the property if the mortgage is not STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, reinstated under section 580.30 or DETERMINING, AMONG the property is not redeemed under OTHER THINGS, THAT THE section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on MORTGAGED PREMISES April 4, 2017 unless that date falls ARE IMPROVED WITH A on a weekend or legal holiday, in RESIDENTIAL DWELLING which case it is the next weekday, OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, and unless the redemption period is ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. AND ARE ABANDONED." MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED Dated: August 9, 2016 FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION Manufacturers and Traders Trust ON MORTGAGE: None Company "THE TIME ALLOWED BY Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee LAW FOR REDEMPTION USSET, WEINGARDEN AND BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE LIEBO, P.L.L.P. MORTGAGOR'S PERSONAL Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee R E P R E S E N TAT I V E S of Mortgagee OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE 4500 Park Glen Road #300 REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS Minneapolis, MN 55416 IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS (952) 925-6888 ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA 10-16-001538 FC STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, THIS IS A COMMUNICATION DETERMINING, AMONG FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. OTHER THINGS, THAT THE Published in the Belle Plaine MORTGAGED PREMISES Herald on Wednesdays, August 17, ARE IMPROVED WITH A 24, 31 and September 7, 14 and 21, RESIDENTIAL DWELLING 2016. OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED." 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(continued from previous page) STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF SCOTT DISTRICT COURT FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 70-PR-16-14327 NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR DETERMINATION OF DESCENT In Re: Estate of Heather M. Hallstein, Decedent Melanie Hallstein has filed a Petition for Determination of Descent. It is Ordered that on September 21, 2016 at 9:00 a.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at 200 Fourth Avenue, 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. BY THE COURT Dated: August 10, 2016 Filed in Scott County Courts August 10, 2016 By: Christian Wilton Judge of District Court By: Phil Bird, Deputy Court Administrator Brekke, Clyborne & Ribich, L.L.C. Barbara J. Weckman Brekke MN Attorney No. 0349434 287 Marschall Road, Suite 201 Shakopee, MN 55379 Telephone: (952) 402-9410 Facsimile: (952) 402-9417 e-mail: bbrekke@bcrlawyers.com Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, August 17 and 24, 2016.
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF SCOTT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 70-PR-16-14517 NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Thelma Hill AKA Thelma J. Hill AKA Thelma Joy Hill, Decedent Notice is given that an application for informal probate of the Decedent’s will, dated Dec. 12, 2005, (“Will”), has been filed with the Registrar. The application has been granted. Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Ronald I. Hill whose address is 5313 So. Park Circle, Savage, MN 55378, as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent. 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. Unless objections are filed with the Court (pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-607) and the Court otherwise orders, the personal representative has full power to administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate. Any objections to the probate of the will or appointment of the Personal Representative must be filed with this Court and will be heard by the Court after the filing of an appropriate petition and proper notice of hearing. Notice is also given that (subject to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: August 8, 2016 Filed in Scott County Courts August 8, 2016 By: Vicky L. Carlson, Registrar By: Phil Bird, Deputy Court Administrator Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, August 17 and 24, 2016.
PUBLIC HEARING The Scott County Development Agency has developed its Annual Agency Plan and/or components in compliance with the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998. It is available for review at the Agency’s Office located at 323 South Naumkeag Street, Shakopee, MN. The Agency is open to the public from 8:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., Monday through Friday. It can also be found on the Agency’s website, www.scottcda.org. Public comments will be accepted through the Public Hearing date/time of October 11, 2016, 4:00 p.m. at the Office of the Agency. By: /s/William I. Jaffa Executive Director Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, August 24 and 31, 2016.
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF SCOTT DISTRICT COURT FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 70-PR-16-15239 NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS In Re: Estate of Georgia F. Maurine, 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 6, 2015. The Registrar has accepted the application and informally appointed Michael Maurine, whose address is 3628 Kimbrough Point, Douglasville, GA 30135, 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. Statutes section 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: August 17, 2016 Filed in Scott County Courts August 17, 2016 By: Vicky L. Carlson, Registrar By: Phil Bird, Court Administrator, Deputy Brekke, Clyborne & Ribich, LLC Barbara J. Weckman Brekke MN Attorney No 0349434 287 Marschall Road, Suite 201 Shakopee, MN 55379 Telephone: (952) 402-9410 Facsimile: (952) 402-9417 e-mail: bbrekke@bcrlawyers.com Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, August 24 and 31, 2016.
NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has been made in the terms and conditions of the Mortgage dated April 24, 2014, given by Stuart A. Voigt and Linda M. Voigt (collectively, “Mortgagor”) in favor of Kenneth D. Resnick (“Mortgagee”) and recorded on April 29, 2014 as Document Number A 957326 in the office of the Registrar of Titles in and for the County of Scott and the State of Minnesota, in the amount of $225,000.00 (“Mortgage”); that no action or proceeding has been instituted at law to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage, or any part thereof (the written instrument evidencing the debt being the “Note”); that prior to the commencement of this foreclosure, Mortgagee has complied with all conditions precedent to foreclosure and/or acceleration of the indebtedness of the Note and with all notices required by the laws of Minnesota, the Mortgage, and Note; that no assignments have been made of the Mortgage; that Kenneth D. Resnick is the original holder of the Mortgage and that there is no transaction agent or residential mortgage servicer; that there is due and claimed due upon said Mortgage by Mortgagor, including taxes, if any, paid by Mortgagee, interest to the date hereof, and, pursuant to the terms of the Note and the Mortgage, unpaid property taxes and other costs and fees, the total sum of Two Hundred FiftySeven Thousand, Five Hundred Seventy-Five and 20/100 Dollars ($257,575.20); and that pursuant to the power of sale therein contained pursuant to Minnesota law, said Mortgage will be foreclosed and the real property lying in and being in the County of Scott, State of Minnesota, legally described as follows: LOT 1, BLOCK 2, ENIVID 1ST ADDITION, CITY OF PRIOR LAKE, SCOTT COUNTY, MINNESOTA, the same being unimproved, non-residential real property located on Tower Street in Prior Lake, Minnesota, 55372, and having a tax parcel identification number of 252690030 but no assigned street address, will be sold by the Sheriff of said county at public auction on the 6th of October, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. or sometime continuously thereafter at the Scott County Sheriff’s Office, 301 Fuller Street South, Shakopee, Minnesota 55379 in said County and State, to the highest bidder, for cash, to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage and the costs, expenses, attorneys’ fees, and other disbursements permitted pursuant to the terms of the Mortgage and Note and as allowed by law. The time allowed by law for redemption by Mortgagor, their personal representatives or assigns is six (6) months. CREDITOR REDEMPTION: A person holding a junior lien upon the real estate or some part of the real estate may redeem in the order and manner specified in sections 580.24 and 580.25. DATED: August 24, 2016 Ferdinand F. Peters Law Office BY: Jay Smigielski Attorney for Kenneth D. Resnick 842 Raymond Ave, Suite 200 St. Paul, MN 55114 (651) 647-6250 Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, August 24, 31 and September 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2016.
BELLE PLAINE HERALD, BELLE PLAINE, MINNESOTA 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 15, 2011 MORTGAGOR: Lavonnie Kelley, widow woman. MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Nations Lending Corp. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded April 29, 2011 Scott County Recorder, Document No. A879358. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Matrix Financial Services Corporation. Dated April 17, 2015 Recorded April 30, 2015, as Document No. A978150. TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT'S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 100756000111031435 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Nations Lending Corp. RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: LoanCare LLC MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 5175 West 145th Street, Savage, MN 55378 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 261370200 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lot 3, Block 3, Parkwood Hills, according to the Plat thereof, be the same more or less but subject to all legal highways, Scott County, Minnesota COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Scott ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $140,100.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $162,674.20 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: October 13, 2016 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 April 13, 2017, 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: August 16, 2016 Matrix Financial Services Corporation 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 92-16-005207 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesdays, August 24, 31 and September 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2016.
Scott County Board Proceedings BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS COUNTY OF SCOTT AUGUST 2, 2016 (1) The Board of Commissioners, in and for the County of Scott, Minnesota, met in the Courthouse Board Room in the City of Shakopee, Minnesota, and convened at 9:00 a.m., with the following members present: Commissioner Marschall, presiding, Commissioner Wagner, Commissioner Wolf, and Commissioner Ulrich. Commissioner Beard was absent. (2) Amendments to the Agenda: Chair Marschall announced the addition of an agenda item to enter
into an Agreement with Verizon Wireless. (3) Minutes: On a motion by Commissioner Ulrich, seconded by Commissioner Wolf, the Minutes of July 19, 2016 were approved. (4) Recognition of Interested Citizens: A. Thom Boncher, Jordan, spoke regarding an interim use permit application that has been filed for a gravel mining operation in Sand Creek Township. Mr. Boncher also provided information regarding the Jordan Aquifer. B. Deputy County Administrator/ Community Services Director Lezlie Vermillion announced that Scott County has been awarded a $17.7 million Tiger Grant for the Trunk Highway 169 upgrade. (8) Consent Agenda: Commissioner Wolf requested that the request to approve a Conditional Use Permit for Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative be removed from the consent agenda for a separate vote. On a motion by Commissioner Wolf, seconded by Commissioner Ulrich, the following actions were approved on a vote of four ayes with Commissioner Beard absent. All resolutions are available in the office of the County Administrator and are made a part of this record by reference. A. Adopt Resolution No. 2016141; Revoking a Portion of County State Aid Highway 15 in the City of Shakopee and Township of Jackson. B. Adopt Resolution No. 2016-142; Establishing a Portion of County Highway No. 16 in the City of Shakopee and Township of Jackson. C. Adopt Resolution No. 2016144; Authorizing Entering Into an Agreement With the City of Shakopee for the Turnback of a Segment of County Highway 15 and Authorizing the Execution of Quit Claim Deeds Conveying This Segment to the City of Shakopee. D. Adopt Resolution No. 2016-145; Designating a Portion of County State Aid Highway 69 in the Township of Jackson. E. Adopt Resolution No. 2016-146; Designating a Portion of County State Aid Highway 16 in the City of Shakopee and Township of Jackson. F. Adopt Resolution No. 2016-140; Awarding a Contract to Sunram Construction Inc. for the Spring Lake Regional Park Improvements Phase 2 Project in the City of Prior Lake and Amending the Capital Improvement Program Budget. G. Adopt Resolution No. 2016147; Authorizing Entering Into a Joint Powers Agreement With the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community for the Construction of Spring Lake Regional Park Arctic Lake Trail Phase 2. H. Approve the renewal Application for Optional Liquor Sales Until 2:00 a.m. for Doherty’s Tavern in Spring Lake Township and amend the 2016 Liquor License for an outside event to be held on August 20, 2016. I. Approve the appointment of Commissioners Beard and Ulrich to canvass the election results for the 2016 primary and general elections. J. Adopt Resolution No. 2016143; Ratifying the Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreements and Bylaws Between the Minnesota Counties Computer Cooperative and Scott County. K. Separation of employment for Thomas Peick, FT Facility Probation Officer, Health and Human Services Division, effective 08/02/16. Separation of employment for Jil Lovaas, Intermittent (34% FTE) DT&H Substitute, Health and Human Services Division, effective 07/15/16. Separation of employment for Noelle Kirscht, Intermittent (34% FTE) Library Aide-Unclassified, Community Services Division, effective 07/28/16. Separation of employment for Jason Engelke, Intermittent (34% FTE) 911 DispatcherUnclassified, Sheriff’s Office, effective 07/15/16. Separation of employment for Christopher Chrisostomidis, Intermittent (34% FTE) 911 Dispatcher-Unclassified, Sheriff’s Office, effective 07/15/16. FT Probationary employment for Steven Shold, Inspector, Community Services Division, effective 07/25/16. FT Probationary employment for Jane Stevens-Schlosser, Therapist, Health and Human S e r v i c e s Division, effective 07/25/16. FT Probationary employment for Dane Mosman, Sheriff’s Deputy, Sheriff’s Office, effective 07/18/16. FT Probationary employment for Gina Sievert, Residential Appraiser, Community Services Division, effective 08/08/16. FT Probationary employment for Allison Pickup, Graduate Engineer, Community Services Division, effective 08/09/16. FT Probationary employment for Jordan Rynish, Graduate Engineer, Community Services Division, effective 08/09/16. FT Probationary employment for Anthony Sellner, Graduate Engineer, Community Services Division, effective 08/29/16. FT Temporary employment for Diana Tyree, Office Assistant-Unclassified, Community Services Division, effective 07/11/16. PT (90% FTE) Temporary employment for Karen Kandik, Social Worker I-Unclassified, Health and Human Services Division, effective 07/25/16. Amend separation date for Duane Bjerke, PT (75% FTE) Therapist, Health and Human Services Division, effective 07/21/16 (previously reported as 07/15/16). (9) Manage Challenges and Create Opportunities: A. Approve the request for a Conditional Use Permit (PL #20160050) for Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative, applicant to construct and operate an electrical substation in Section 25 of Helena Township, zoned UTR. This action is in accordance with Chapters 2, 13, and 40 of Scott County Zoning Ordinance No. 3 based on the criteria listed for approval. The motion carried on a vote of three ayes with Commissioner Wolf abstaining and Commissioner Beard absent. B. Commissioner Wolf moved, seconded by Commissioner Ulrich to adopt Resolution No. 2016148; Authorizing Entering Into an Agreement With Verizon Wireless for the Use of a Verizon Communication Tower on Our Building in Exchange for an In-Building Radio-Distribution Devices System. A copy of the resolution is available in the office of the County Administrator and is made a part of this record by reference. The
PAGE ELEVEN motion carried on a vote of four ayes with Commissioner Beard absent. On a motion by Commissioner Wolf, seconded by Commissioner Ulrich, the meeting adjourned at 9:51 a.m. Barbara Marschall, Chair Gary L. Shelton, County Administrator, Clerk of the Board
Debra K. Brazil, Deputy Clerk to the Board This is a summary of the Board proceedings (M.S. 375.12). The full text is available at www.co.scott. mn.us (which can be accessed at any public library), and in the office of the County Administrator. Published in the Belle Plaine Herald on Wednesday, August 24, 2016.
Drive-Thru Service to be Added to Chaska License Center In October, drivers will be able to purchase license plate tabs for their vehicles from the comfort of the front seat. The Carver County Board recently approved its share of a drive-thru lane at the Chaska license center at 418 Pine Street. The addition of the drivethru service is the result of a partnership between the City
of Chaska and Carver County, the Waconia Patriot recently reported. They purchased a property adjacent to the license center and converted it into additional parking and space for the drive-thru. The county estimates the addition of the drive-thru lane and other changes will cost around $90,000.
MVEC Announces Third Quarter Operation Round-Up Donations Thanks to the generosity of Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative (MVEC) members who choose to round up their monthly electric bills to the nearest dollar, the Operation Round Up (ORU) has made third quarter donations to local organizations and charities in the amount of $24,240.
Since its inception in 1995, ORU has given out a grand total of $1,531,647.20. Topping the lists of organizations from across the area in this year’s third quarter donation distribution were Boessling Lutheran Home Apartments in Belle Plaine and TreeHouse Transportation in Chaska, both of which received $2,500.
Southern Valley Volunteer Training Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women (SVABW) is offering volunteer training for crisis line advocates starting Sept. 10. SVABW, based in Belle Plaine, is seeking caring individuals who are able to volunteer from their home two phone shifts per
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Carver County Closes Lake Waconia Regional Park Beach The Carver County Parks Department announced on Monday it has closed the beach at Lake Waconia Regional Park due to elevated levels of E.coli. The closing was done as a precautionary measure, according to Parks and Trails Supervisor Sam Pertz. There have been no reports of illness or health impacts to users who have been at the beach. The elevated level of E.coli could be due to of factors such as water temperature, storm water run-off, animals or other environmental conditions. The beach at Lake Minnewashta Park in Chanhassen was closed earlier this month due to E.coli contamination,
and the beach at Baylor Regional Park in Norwood Young America was closed due to signiďŹ cant algae bloom. Those beaches remain closed. Pertz said he appreciates the publicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cooperation in closing the beaches and apologizes for any inconvenience the closures have caused. He reminded residents that each of the regional parks in Carver County continue to remain open for many other outdoor recreation activities such as camping, hiking, picnicking, off-leash dog park and other activities. Park hours are 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. For more information on Carver County Parks, visit the County website at www. co.carver.mn.us.
Shakopee City Council Gives Hy-Vee the OK Another grocery shopping option will be opened next year on Shakopeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s west side now that the city council has approved plans for a Hy-Vee at the intersection of County Road 15 (Adams Street) and West Vierling Drive. The new 95,000-square-foot grocery store will have liquor store, restaurants, a gas station, four-bay carwash and outdoor garden market. The develop-
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ment will also include a medical ofďŹ ce building and 100-unit apartment complex, the Shakopee Valley News recently reported. Hy-Vee plans to begin construction right away. The company, which began in Iowa in the 1930s, is targeting the Twin Cities as its next growth area. Hy-Vee is also working on stores in Savage, Lakeville and Brooklyn Park.
Hwy. 169 Between St. Peter and Mankato to Partially Reopen Soon Weather permitting, the detour for Highway 169 between Mankato and St. Peter could be removed by Aug. 27. When re-opened, Highway 169 will carry one lane of trafďŹ c each way with a 55-mph speed limit and further reduced speeds where work is taking place. Motorists are advised to use caution as the inside lanes will
be closed for construction of the concrete intersection crossings, concrete median, left-turn lanes, high-tension guardrail and raised concrete barrier. Workers will be present and construction vehicles will be entering and exiting the open lanes. Mn/DOT has retained extra law enforcement and advises motorists to refrain from gawking to keep trafďŹ c moving safely.
Rural Development Grants, Loans USDA Rural Development is gearing up to help local homeowners ďŹ nance home improvements through low-interest loans and grants. Grants are limited to elderly homeowners over the age of 62, and can only be used to remove health or safety hazards or remodel dwellings to make them accessible to household members with disabilities. The maximum grant is $7,500. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Now is a good time for homeowners to evaluate the need for necessary repairs or replacement of items such as a roof, electrical, plumbing and siding,â&#x20AC;? said Chuck Phillips, Area Director for Rural Developmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Southeast Area. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Energy efďŹ ciency improvements through replacing windows and insulation also qualify. Funds can also be used to replace a furnace, sanitary disposal system and to make homes handi-
cap accessible.â&#x20AC;? Phillips added that applicants must own and occupy the home, and their income may not exceed guidelines established by county and household size. Income limits vary by county and average $25,000 for a oneperson household and $28,500 for two-person household in southeastern Minnesota. Income limits increase for larger sized households. Phillips recommends checking with the local USDA Rural Development ofďŹ ce for income limits in your county. Applicants must also have an acceptable credit history, show repayment ability, be unable to afford a conventional loan and live in a community with a population of 20,000 or fewer. The maximum loan is $20,000, repayable over 20 years with a 1 percent interest rate.
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Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women offers ongoing support groups for victims of domestic abuse living in Scott and Carver counties. Weekly meetings are held in each county at convenient locations with free childcare. For more information, call 952-873-4214.
State Fair Starts Thursday Minnesotaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s end-of-summer tradition returns Aug. 25 through Labor Day. Often referred to as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Great Minnesota Get-Together,â&#x20AC;? the annual Minnesota State Fair is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region. At the fair youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be able to enjoy a vast array of food (on a stick!), fun, amusements, exhibits, music and more. The Fair is open daily: 6 a.m. to Midnight. Labor Day hours are 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.
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national golf competition Sept. 27-Oct. 2. The only exception is for NBC television, which is broadcasting the golf tournament, and law enforcement agencies, the Chaska Herald recently reported. The ban also limits the circumstances under which
planning process will include opportunities for citizen participation beyond the advisory committee, including public meetings, online comments and small group discussions. DNR staff will also be talking with participants about ways to stay involved and engaged in deer management even after the deer plan is implemented. To stay informed about the deer management planning process, opportunities to get involved, and other deer-related topics, visit the e-mail updates page and subscribe to the Deer Management email list. For more information about deer management and hunting in Minnesota, visit the deer page.
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The Belle Plaine High School boys’ and girls’ cross country teams continued preparing for the 2016 season with a Minnesota River Conference “scrimmage” at Baylor Park in Norwood Young America Monday morning. Pictured at right is Thea Iverson using her mother, Rita, as a resting post following the girls’ run. Pictured below are members of the Belle Plaine boys’ team (up front) galloping along in white T-shirts and jean shorts at the start of their run. The teams will be clad in their regular uniforms when the season begins for real next week.
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Members of the Belle Plaine Gray Tigers who made the long trek to Carlos for the first two games of the Minnesota State Class B Senior League Baseball Tournament this past weekend were back row, from left, Brian Morrison, Dave “Greek” Wagner, Dave Kreft, Mike Zellmann, Brandt Vinkemeier, Tim Huber and Eric Burgemeister. In the front row are Paul Fogarty, Tim Dobozenski, Shane Hofmann, Terry Knop, Phil Wulf and Jeff Fahey.
Gray Tigers Win First Two State Tourney Games; Will Host the Rest of the Way at Tiger Park
BPHS Fall Sports Teams Gearing Up The Belle Plaine High School fall sports teams are in the second week of their preparations for their upcoming seasons. Included are cross country, football, tennis and volleyball, previews for which will appear in next Wednesday’s Herald. Below are each team’s schedule: Cross Country Aug. 30 at Mankato East Inv. Sept. 8 at Montgomery Inv. Sept. 13 at NYA Invite Sept. 20 at Crown College Sept. 24 at Winona Invite Sept. 27 at Bloomington Inv. Oct. 4 at Ney Nature Center Oct. 6 at Fairmont Invite Oct. 18 MRC Meet at NYA Oct. 27 Section at Blue Earth Football Sept. 1 vs. Norwood YA Sept. 9 at Albert Lea
Sept. 16 vs. Jordan Sept. 23 vs. Waseca Sept. 30 at New Ulm Oct. 7 vs. Tri-City United Oct. 14 at St. Peter Oct. 19 at Marshall Oct. 25 Begin Section Tennis Aug. 26 at Farmington Invite Aug. 29 at Blue Earth Area Aug. 31 vs. Chaska Sept. 6 at Sibley East Sept. 8 vs. Hutchinson Sept. 10 at St. James Invite Sept. 13 vs. Jordan Sept. 15 at United South Cen. Sept. 19 at Southwest Christ. Sept. 20 vs. Le Sueur-Hend. Sept. 22 vs. Maple River Sept. 26 vs. Sibley East Sept. 27 at Tri-City United Oct. 4 at Jordan
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Begin Section Volleyball Aug. 29 vs. Chanhassen Aug. 30 at Jordan Sept. 8 vs. Le Sueur-Hend. Sept. 13 at New Prague Sept. 15 at Tri-City United Sept. 20 vs. Southwest Christ. Sept. 22 vs. Mayer Lutheran Sept. 23-24 at Class AA Showcase Sept. 27 at Glencoe-SL Sept. 29 vs. Norwood YA Oct. 4 vs. Waconia Oct. 11 at Chaska Oct. 13 at Sibley East Oct. 15 at Bloomington Jefferson Tourney Oct. 18 vs. Jordan Oct. 22 at Chaska Tourney Oct. 24 at Le Sueur-Hend. Oct. 27 Start Subsection
Jordan, St. Peter Lose in First Round of State Amateur Baseball Tournament Following a strong regular season, Jordan was a firstround exit in the Minnesota State Class C Amateur Baseball Tournament, losing to Brownton 3-1 on Saturday. Gaylord, which upset Jordan in the Region 6C championship game, received a first-round bye and will play Winsted in
the second round this Saturday. St. Peter, the third qualifier from Region 6C, was blanked by Maple Lake 6-0 Saturday. Area teams besides Gaylord still alive in the 32-team singleelimination tournament are Plato, Prior Lake and Waconia. This year’s tournament was scheduled to be played in Das-
sel, Litchfield and Hutchinson, but due to a saturated field from heavy rains, all of last weekend’s games slated for Hutchinson were moved to Brownton. Updated brackets and a complete tournament schedule can be found on the Minnesota Amateur Baseball Association’s website.
The Belle Plaine Gray Tigers Minnesota Senior League (age 35 and over) baseball team recently wrapped up the regular season with a record of 7-8 after dropping its final five games. But that five-game losing streak ended in a big way this past weekend as the Gray Tigers, with most of their roster now on hand, won their first two games in the Minnesota State Class B Senior League Baseball Tournament in Carlos (near Alexandria) this past weekend, routing Verndale 10-3 and Minneapolis 9-1. Belle Plaine will play Menahga/Sebeka in the semifinals at noon this Saturday at Tiger Park. The winner will advance to the state title game against the winner between Apple Valley and Carlos, who will play in Saturday’s second semifinal at 2:30 p.m. at Tiger Park. Sunday’s third place and state championship games will also be played at Tiger Park at 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., respectively. The complete tournament bracket can be found on page 12. The Gray Tigers won the state Class AA championship in 1997 and were the Class AA runnerup team in 2000, 2002, 2003 and 2004. In 2008 they were runner-up in Class B and did the same in Class C in 2010. Gray Tigers 10, Verndale 3 Dave Kreft got the start on the mound for Belle Plaine and struggled a bit in the first inning, giving up three hits and two runs. But Belle Plaine struck back with doubles by Eric Burgemeister and Tim Huber to bring the score to 2-1. The Verndale Geezers added one in the third but the Grays continued to counter punch with two in the bottom of the third. An error put Burgemeister on base, which was followed by a walk to Huber and two stolen bases and a RBI ground out by Mike Zellmann tied the score at 3-3. Kreft settled into a groove as he set Verndale down in order in the final four innings, striking out five after scattering five hits early in the game. Belle Plaine broke the game open in the fourth inning with six runs, including a two-run double by Burgemeister, a RBI
single by Huber, a sacrifice fly Belle Plaine 10, Mpls. 1 by Zellmann and a RBI single Menahga 7, New Hope 2 by Kreft. Dave (Greek) Wagner Apple Valley 6, Southwest 5 would get the final RBI of the game in the sixth to bring the Carlos 7, Northfield 0 This Saturday’s Games final to 10-3. (Both Games at Tiger Park) Gray Tigers 9, Minneapolis 1 In Sunday’s quarterfinal game, Menahga/Sebeka vs. Belle the Grays took on the Minneap- Plaine at noon olis Bombers, who they pulled Apple Valley vs. Carlos at an extra-inning win from in the 2:30 p.m. regular season. Sunday’s Games Shane Hofmann took the hill (Both Games at Tiger Park) and the Bombers scored first Third Place at 4 p.m. with one run in the bottom of the second. But the Tigers sent State Championship at 6:30 a message with six runs in the p.m. 2016 Gray Tigers Regular bottom of the third with singles Season Results by Paul Fogarty, Phil Wulf and Burgemeister, and a laser home May 19 vs. New Hope L 8-6 W 3-2 run by Huber, followed by a sin- May 26 vs. Jordan gle by Terry Knop and a double Jun. 5 at Minneapolis W 4-3 by Zellmann. Knop would later Jun. 11 at. Loretto W 9-1 pick up two RBI with a single Jun. 21 at St. Peter W 12-1 to bring the final to 9-1. Jun. 24 vs. Apple Val. W 6-1 Hofmann yielded just three Jun. 29 vs. Burnsville L 4-0 hits and no walks. July 6 vs. Rosemount W 3-2 Saturday’s State Class B July 9 vs. LS-H L 6-5 Results July 17 at Shakopee W 4-3 July 24 vs. Prior Lake L 12-6 Belle Plaine 10, Verndale 3 July 29 vs. Northfield L 4-0 Minneapolis 6, Loretto 1 July 31 at Southwest L 12-9 Menahga 7, Eden Prairie 6 Aug. 3 vs. Le Center L 8-3 New Hope 10, St. Peter 3 Aug. 5 at Searles L 9-3 Apply Valley 3, Jordan 2 State Tournament Southwest 7, Kensington 2 Aug. 20 vs. Verndale W 10-3 Northfield 5, Alexandria 2 Aug. 21 vs. Mpls. W 9-1 Aug. 27 vs. Menahga Carlos 10, Prior Lake 0 Aug. 28 vs. TBD Sunday’s State Class B Results
Minnesota Valley Wildlife May Expand Hunting Opportunities Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge is seeking public comment Aug. 23 through Sept. 6 on revisions to the Hunt Plan of the Visitor Service Plan. The refuge is interested in expanding public hunting opportunities on recently acquired refuge lands starting in 2017. The refuge proposes to open recently acquired lands to hunting on several specific refuge management units. A total of 319 acres is proposed to be opened on the following three refuge units: Bloomington Ferry (22 acres), Louisville Swamp (143 acres) and St. Lawrence (154 acres). Refuge specific hunting regulations on these recently acquired lands will be consistent with hunting regulations currently in place for the
named units. Hunting is allowed on designated portions of the refuge during Minnesota hunting seasons. Generally, state hunting regulations apply. Hunters need to be aware that refuge specific and unit specific regulations apply, including methods of take and species allowed to be taken. Not all refuge units are open to hunting. For more information on hunting at Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge and for copies of the Refuge Hunt Plan, visit http://www.fws.gov/refuge/minnesota_valley/ or call 952-854-5900. Send any comments or concerns to minnesotavalley@fws. gov or contact Kyle Daly, 952858-0705 by Sept. 6.
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Dave (Greek) Wagner, at age 65, still puts the bat to the ball against pitchers, many of whom are between 20 and 30 years younger than him.
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A team of Belle Plaine and area â&#x20AC;&#x153;muckersâ&#x20AC;? known as The Dirtballs was among the 2,100 participants in the 5K Twin Cities â&#x20AC;&#x153;Muck Festâ&#x20AC;? Saturday at the Scott County Fairgrounds in St. Lawrence Township. The event raised an estimated $150,000 for research on a cure and treatment for multiple sclerosis. The Dirtballs includes (from back row) Kiffin Deihl, Jeremy Beirmaier, Brian Kulyas, Dustan Drummer, Amy Kilian, Tracey Skaja, Dani Breeggemann, has played catcher, pitcher, first Jeremy Kalal, Matt Hennen, Angie Hennen, Pete Frei, (front row, from left) Jake Frey, Lori base and outfield. Deihl, Jen Berglund, Angela Kalal, Nicole Johnston, Kristine Frei and Jackie Kulyas. He was a member of the Belle Plaine Gray Tigers when they won the Class AA state championship in 1997. He was also on the Graysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Class AA state runner-up teams in 2000, 2002, 2003 and 2004. In 2008 they were runner-up in Class B and did the same in Class C in 2010. Mike Zellmann, manager of the Gray Tigers, said Wagner is a good guy to have on the team, and that he does indeed put the ball in play each at-bat. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a diehard and likes to come to the park. He knows the game.â&#x20AC;? Unlike some baseball players, Wagner isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t superstitious. He has worn number 13 on his jersey for most of his career, from high school to present. Wagnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love for baseball was spawned on the small
(continued from page 1) fields of Belle Plaine, where he and other kids would play the summer away, a youthful endeavor that is nearly extinct. Most kids nowadays who play baseball do it on an organized, adult-supervised level. Wagner said youth pick-up games are a thing of the past. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Growing up, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all we did in the summer. It was a lot of fun. Kids donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do that anymore.â&#x20AC;? These days, Wagner plays only sparingly with the Gray Tigers, and often bats just once a game as a designated hitter. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been to the plate about 15 times this season and still regularly makes contact. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t struck out. I hate to strike out. I like putting the bat on the ball,â&#x20AC;? said Wagner, who batted in a run in the first game of the state tournament this past Saturday against Verndale in Carlos. Although his hitting is unusu-
ally good for someone his age, Greekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mobility is catching up with him. With each passing year, the treks from base to base become increasingly difficult. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coming to an end,â&#x20AC;? said Wagner, referring to his Gray Tigers days. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Usually, I wait until spring and decide then.â&#x20AC;? What Wagner decides to do next spring may depend on the number of players the Gray Tigers have available. There are years when the team has difficulty fielding a complete roster, and if thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the case, Wagner would likely make himself available. There is also the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s age 50 and over teams, including Union Hill, which Wagner said provides a more laid-back style of play, allowing elders such as himself the opportunity to spend time on the diamond (summer and fall), and most of all, put the bat on the ball.
New Pragueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hannah Ponson (center) was among a team of women who took on the 5k Muck Fest and its 20 muddy obstacles as a day with her friends.
Ground Work Excavation work continues to progress at the future medical clinic, wellness center and senior living facility campus being built by Ridgeview Medical Center and The Lutheran Home Association near the new overpass in Belle Plaine. The nearly $20 million campus is scheduled to be completed by next July.
Arlington City Council Maintains Dry Parks Policy on Split Vote
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