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Preston approves business subsidy to Ristau Farm Service

Chatfield Fire Department designs new engine

By K aren R eisner karen@fillmorecountyjournal.com

A public hearing was held during the November 7 city council meeting to hear comments related to the possible provision of a business subsidy to Ristau Farm Service.

There were no comments from the public. Wayne and Barbara Ristau want to construct a 5,760-square-foot shop building for repairing agricultural machines and equipment. They agree to purchase two lots (lots 2 & 3 consisting of a total of 2.24 acres) in the North Industrial Park for a total of $36,000.

“The fair market value of the development property and minimum improvements will be at least $250,000.”

Chatfield Fire Chief Ryan Priebe shows the equipment storage area in the front bumper of their new E-One fire truck.

Photo by Barb Jeffers

By Barb Jeffers they spent 12 hours meeting Additional money came with two engineers designing from selling two of their old barb@fillmorecountyjournal.com the exact fire truck they wanted fire trucks. Their 2001 engine The members of the Chatfield by going over 18 pages of line was sold to the Lanesboro Fire Fire Department in Chatfield, items.

Department in Lanesboro, Minn., have many reasons to be “We designed it,” states Minn., for $150,000 and a resproud each and every day, and Chatfield Fire Chief Ryan Prie- cue truck was sold to the Pilwith the new fire truck they be, adding, “there is not one lager Fire Department in Pildesigned now in service, there thing that we didn’t go over” lager, Minn., for $90,000, all is one more reason added to the when designing the fire truck. of which went towards the new list.

The $575,000 E-One fire engine.

The Chatfield Fire Depart- truck is not only the newest and Additional funds were ment started working on get- largest in Fillmore County, it is obtained through the townting a new fire truck in Janu- undoubtedly the most expen- ship and the city who each ary 2015 by bringing informa- sive. contribute $20,000 per year, tion, including pricing, to the The fire truck was paid for which is accrued until the fire Chatfield City Council and also from several sources. “Pull tabs department is ready to purchase explained where the money for is our main source of money,” equipment. the new engine would come says Priebe explaining, “we Priebe notes, “We budget 20 from. put anywhere from $60,000 - years ahead,” so there is a plan In February 2016, members $80,000 a year in our truck to upgrade trucks and equipof the fire department traveled and equipment” fund from pull See CHATFIELD Page 2  to the plant in Ocala, Fla., where tabs.

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The business provides eight full-time jobs and one additional full-time job will be created.

Improvements to the property are to be completed by October 31, 2017.

The subsidy is necessary to make the project feasible for the Ristaus. The total business subsidy is $314,000, which is the value placed on land ($70,000), less what Ristaus are paying for the lots, plus costs incurred by the city to develop the land including utility access. Much of the cost to develop the land was covered by grants. The Ristaus agree to continue operation of the business for at least three years after completion of the project.

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Fountain revisits plant issues; plans for 150 year celebration

By K irsten Zoellner kirsten@fillmorecountyjournal.com

The Fountain City Council has been plagued with lingering issues at the Wastewater Treatment Plant for several years. The plant is not in compliance and according to WSB & Associates Project Manager Richard Parr, “The clock is ticking.”

At the Thursday, November 3 council meeting, Parr outlined the timeline for figuring out a solution. The plant has been out of Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) compliance since October 24 and a penalty fee will be due in 30 days from that date. Parr also noted engineering has 60 days to do written

corrective action. That is due by December 23.

A pilot study was conducted earlier this with the hopes of gleaning some information.

Compiled data was helpful, but the problems were not able to be fully remedied. Pumps are functioning correctly; however the plant is not running correctly due to high ammonia and nitrogen levels. In October, the council approved the purchase of a timing device in attempts to get the plant running correctly.

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ment on a rotating basis. “We have a capital goods plan laid out for the next 20 years” and know when replacements are planned.

The fire truck was originally budgeted for $550,000, but while meeting with the engineers they deleted some things, added others, and made some changes.

The end result was an added cost of $25,000, which the city council also approved.

Some of the additions made were upgrading both axles which, “We are really glad we did,” states Priebe, explaining that it rides much better and feels safer with the upgrade. They also added locking rear differentials and the new engine also has disc brakes instead of drum.

It was an advantageous time to purchase the new fire truck for The Chatfield Fire Department’s new E-One fire truck, which cost $575,000, is the most expensive a couple different reasons. First fire truck in Fillmore County. of all, the fire department has Photo by Barb Jeffers combined two trucks into one.

The new fire truck is their back- to be” in the future and “we got of firsts with this truck. Firsts because “there is no wait” once up engine, as NFPA rules state top dollar” for the ones we sold, not only for the Chatfield Fire they arrive at a scene. Now four each fire department must have notes Priebe.

Department, but also for the firefighters can work to take a two engines, and is also their The new engine was purchased E-One Company. vehicle apart at the same time, rescue truck. “We combined from Fire Safety USA of Roches- The new engine has rescue using the necessary tools to free two trucks because it’s going to ter, Minn., and was built specifi- tools in the front bumper, anyone inside the vehicle, which save us money over time,” states cally for the City of Chatfield, including the jaws of life and a makes the task much quicker with the chassis and cab made in foam line. It is the first time that when seconds matter. There Priebe.

“By doing this, by combin- Ocala, Fla., and the body built E-One has put a foam line in is also a larger hydraulic pump ing the two trucks, between the in Hamburg, N.Y. the front bumper. Everything is located on the top of the fire next rotation of trucks we saved It was driven from Florida to already hooked up, so in the case truck when needed. about $700,000,” states Priebe, New York and then eventually of a car fire, the fire truck can The cab of the new engine adding, “we saved a lot of money to Rochester to the distributor. pull up to the car and the tools is the biggest cab that E-One by doing it that way” and they The members of the Chatfield are handy and ready to go. makes; the tallest, the deepest, did not have to borrow any Fire Department then emptied There is a portable hydraulic and the longest. Six firefighters money to purchase the new fire out their old trucks and brought pump located in a side compart- can ride in the cab comfortably. the equipment to Rochester to ment, which is used for the jaws The lights on the fire truck are truck.

Selling the other two trucks have everything placed in the of life and other equipment. all LED, including light bars in made sense at this time because new truck.

Four hydraulic tools can be used different places. The older fire “they were worth the most right Put in service October 10, at once with this pump, which trucks had Halogen lights which now than what they were going 2016, Priebe says there are a lot the Chatfield Fire Department did not last as long as LED. A has never been able to do before, night scan, which is a big tower as they were limited to the use of light, is in position on the top of the cab and can be raised to light two hydraulic tools.

“That’s huge,” says Priebe, up to an area of approximately

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Thank You! I would like to thank the voters of District 28B for their support in the 2016 Election.

I would also like to thank the many volunteers that marched in parades, went door to door, provided sign locations, wrote letters to the editors, and made phone calls on my behalf.

A special thank you to my wife, Bonnie.

I appreciate the opportunity to represent the interests of the people of Houston and Fillmore Counties at the Capitol.

State Representative Greg Davids

To contact me, please call 507-951-3893 Prepared and paid for by the People for Davids Committee, P.O. Box 1, Preston, MN 55965

250 feet to provide a visual aid at night. “It really lights up,” says Priebe.

A notable difference when looking at the new engine is that, for the first time in Chatfield, the fire truck is not completely red in color. The top portion of the fire truck is gray while the remainder is red with a gray stripe.

Another big difference with the new engine is a stainless steel body and piping. E-One was offering a deal that if purchased before January 1, 2016, the fire department would receive a free stainless steel upgrade, which was a $25,000 value. The stainless steel body will also help with resale value in the future.

Another first is an accountability board in the cab - it is the first time E-One has placed an accountability board in a cab and the first time the company has made one. An accountability board is used to keep track of everyone while on scene.

There is a vertical multi-colored light bar on the side of the engine that is actually a gauge for the water tank; as the water level goes down the lights go down with it. A hundred feet away you can look and see how full your water tank is, which is very convenient while fighting a fire.

The new fire truck also has a lot more storage space for equipment. In fact, “It carries what was on both trucks, plus more, plus we have extra space - and we have more stuff,” states Priebe.

“We are very, very, very fortunate,” says Priebe, not only to have the new engine, but also to have the equipment that they do.

The City of Chatfield and the surrounding area are very fortunate to have the 26 members of the Chatfield Fire Department at their service in a time of need.

County discusses key employee positions

By Karen Reisner At the November 8 meeting of the County Board, possible structural adjustments for a couple of key employees were discussed.

Jessica Erickson, Director of Nursing, had submitted her resignation, which was accepted at the October 25 meeting. She resigned to maintain family life balance. County Coordinator Bobbie Vickerman said Erickson was willing to do the work of the Director of Nursing at a .5 to .7 FTE position. Normally department heads are full time employees.

Vickerman favored going ahead with the arrangement on a trial basis because of Erickson’s abilities. She maintained Erickson has done an excellent job with Public Health and said she would like to see her continue in that capacity.

Commissioner Randy Dahl explained Erickson’s focus would be the Director of Nursing responsibilities. Commissioner Mitch Lentz said that he will support this arrangement along with other changes that have been made. Commissioner

Duane Bakke insisted a department head should be full-time.

Chairman Marc Prestby called it a temporary arrangement and agreed she has done a good job.

Bakke said you have to have set hours to hire someone.

Kristina Kohn, Human Resources, said Erickson’s time will be set at .5 and could rise to .7 when the need arises. She will be paid by the hour. The board approved the part-time position

for Erickson. Bakke voted no.

A discussion followed on the role of the county coordinator in 2017. Vickerman’s current role includes her responsibilities as county coordinator, also oversight and budget for community services and the lead for accounting functions and the provision of oversight for the interim auditor/ treasurer. This arrangement will See COUNTY Page 3 

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would aid the city in getting a more rapid response to issues.

Now, Parr hopes to utilize a simulator program, BioWin, to predict how the plant will behave. He asserted that the plant was designed for a capacity much larger than is being utilized, but that using the program and starting from scratch; they hope to determine the problem.

Parr also plans on sitting down with Valley Design, a metal finishing facility, which according to a May study on the plant, accounts for about 40-60% of the incoming flow to the wastewater treatment plant, due largely from effluent from finishing processes. Engineers have previously had discussion with the MPCA regarding the company’s significant user permit. The company will compile reports quarterly.

Parr indicated he would be conducting a site visit at Valley Design. “It’s a chance for us to get a better idea and and overall look. It could get the dialogue going,” said Parr.

The city will also need to continue to investigate sources of funds for planned improvements at the treatment plant.

A Point Source Implementation Grant Program may be one

option. In all, Parr indicated a total of $556,121 to cover all four improvement projects. The city is currently on the fundable list for the grant, which would cover 50% of the cost. Additionally, Parr believes there may be a change on the horizon, as part of the Governor’s agenda.

If approved, the change could bump grant funding coverage to 80%. “We won’t know until January, but it’s really good news,” said Parr.

Also mentioned was the option of utilizing a low interest revolving loan from the Public Facilities Authority (PFA). However, Parr indicated while it could change, there is currently no new funding there. As part of the corrective action plan, it’s possible USDA Rural Development funding could piggyback off new PFA funding.

Rick Whitney, of PeopleService, has also been working to help in finding a solution to the issues and to assist the city in regaining compliance. Whitney indicated some minor issues in getting the flow software to download off the reader, due to the computer software and a poor internet connection at the plant. He indicated he’d been using his cell phone Wi-Fi hotspot for connection, but that using the Flowlink software isn’t

Monday, November 14, 2016 efficient on the computer. Whitney indicated he’d be willing to use a personal laptop for the download and that he’d leave the laptop when his work was completed, but the council opted to discuss the option of purchasing a basic model laptop for the plant. Additionally, Councilor Jim Schott suggested the city contact Frontier about putting a solid internet connection at the site. “We have to have equipment that works. We have to keep it updated,” said Schott.

The council approved seeking laptop quotes and installing the connection.

The subject of Fountain Trail Days celebrations was also discussed in length at the meeting. Earlier this year, the city opted to amend the annual Trail Days celebration to just one day.

Again, the council is discussing holding off on the celebration for the next two years. This time, however, the reason is to prepare for the city’s 150 year founding anniversary. “We really need the community as a whole to work on this,” stated City Clerk Rhonda Flattum.

It was indicated that organizers are starting now in the planning phase in effort to drum up enthusiasm and both volunteers and funding for the celebration. “We really need to

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promote this,” added Flattum.

“It takes a community to make this successful and we need a lot of volunteers.” She acknowledged that spare time is hard to come by for many people, but that organizing must be flexible and that they need to determine where people can help. “We need everyone’s involvement in one way or another.”

The fundraising committee is a top priority. “We have to hold a good celebration and have to be positive,” said Flattum. The city is considering holding a potluck event to bring people and their ideas for the celebration together.

“We really need to start planning now if we’re going to have it work.”

Mayor Richard Kujath brought up the idea of hosting a National Night Out gathering, as many other cities have done. “It brings people together.”

Organizers hope to have a date for the celebration selected soon and basic ideas in place

by December 1. Persons interested in helping with planning or fundraising should contact city hall at (507) 268-4923 or at cityoffountain@frontier.net.

The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Thursday, December 1, at 7:30 p.m., at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.

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expire at the end of 2016.

Bakke suggested they should have this discussion in two weeks when they know the result of the questions on today’s ballot. It will make a difference whether the voters decide to continue with an elected A/T or if they decide to allow the commissioners to appoint this position. Dahl said in either case he would like the county coordinator to continue with oversight of community services. He maintained his interest in moving forward with centralized financing.

Kohn said the discussion can be tabled, but suggested it needs to be acted on before the budget is acted on. Bakke said if the voters decide on an appointed A/T, we will have a job description drafted and advertise for an A/T in a few weeks. Dahl commented that the ballot questions allow the public to be included in the decision, adding we will work with whatever they decide. The issue was tabled.

A student intern was approved for Public Health. It is not a paid position.

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C ommentary President-elect Trump

By Karen Reisner Pollsters got it wrong, political professionals got it wrong. What a shock.

The people have spoken.

They made clear their disgust with Wa s h i n g t o n and the status quo and voted instead for uncer tainty. Karen Reisner Social media has changed the campaign landscape. Trump, the salesman, used digital communication to his benefit.

Donald Trump will be the first American president with no government or military experience. Historians and analysts will be studying the 2016 election for years to come.

He flipped long time Democrat leaning states Republican. Trump recognized frustration and anger in areas of the country, and continually fed it and cultivated it.

Many have been disgusted with the misinformation and the often mean, venomous rhetoric prevalent during the campaign. There was considerable disgust with both major party candidates. It has made some of us a little less proud to be an American. Some of the rhetoric has hurt the image of our country in the eyes of the world.

Anxiety levels and emotions have been high. Antacids are probably rolling off the shelves.

At last the election is over. The campaign rhetoric exposed and deepened divides within the country. The length of the primary and general election campaigns

is far too long. Especially, during this abnormally divisive campaign, the months and months of vitriol leading up to the election has made unifying the country more difficult.

Trump was gracious and conciliatory in his victory speech. He signaled that he will work to bring the country together. He pledged to be president for all Americans.

Minority groups may not believe this will include them.

The wounds are deep and healing will take time. The real unknown; will a President Trump be the man who gave the victory speech or the man at his rallies? I’m hoping the responsibility and weight of the office will give us the man giving his victory speech.

Trump made a lot of promises to his supporters during the campaign. Making promises is easy; making good on those promises will be difficult even with a Repub-

lican House and Senate. Trump will appoint at least one, possibly two or three justices to the Supreme Court. Assuming appointees are relatively young, this will effect decisions from the high court for decades.

With the stroke of his pen he can affect immigration, trade, the Iran deal, and the Paris climate agreement.

We are all Americans, we are an imperfect people in an imperfect country. This experiment that is American democracy has survived over two centuries. I expect our system of government will survive for generations to come; it is resilient.

The smooth and peaceful transition of power is the strength of our system.

If Trump accomplishes only a portion of what he has suggested, the shake-up will be felt for good or for ill across the country. Elections have consequences. The Affordable

Care Act will not likely survive. The rising cost of premiums and higher deductibles likely affected the election outcome.

Governing a deeply divided country will be especially challenging. Our system works, but works much more efficiently and effectively if people and their representatives work together. He may find himself butting heads with his own party on trade policies, NATO, ISIS, and foreign policy in general.

We don’t have to like our president, but we need to respect the president and the office. We will know more about what kind of president he will be when he starts making appointments. With guarded optimism I hope he will rise to the challenges and the awesome responsibility of the job.

This election result should have us asking where we are as a country and where we are going.

Fasten your seat belts!

Journal Writing Project:

Did you know that any household pet can be an Emotional Support Animal?

By Dominique Dobson Did you know that any household pet can be an Emotional Support Animal?

Any type of animal can be used as an Emotional Support Animal (ESA).

An Emotional Support Animal can also be called an assistance animal.

I have had Dominique Dobson an experience with an ESA. After a major surgery I had, there was an ESA that came to visit me in the hospital. The animal that came to visit me was a dog named Wilson.

Wilson was able to jump up on my Editorial Cartoon

bed and cuddle with me. Having Wilson come and visit me made me feel a whole lot better.

Some animals that can be used in this program are all domesticated animals. Some examples of the types of animals that are used are mice, rats, birds, snakes, dogs, cats, rabbits, mini pigs, hedgehogs, and ferrets.

These are just a few of the animals that can be used.

Animals that are used as Emotional Support Animals don’t need any special training like other service animals. Most Emotional Support Animals are dogs or cats, but the most common animal that is used is dogs. A few emotional disorders that assistance animals are used for are anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress disorder.

Loreen Houdek started doing

therapeutic riding in February of 2013. The thing that caused her to start Horse and Soul Ranch was that she felt there was a need for more help to be available for abuse survivors of any sort of abuse whether mentally, emotionally, physically, etc. from age 6 and up. The individuals that are able to ride at the Horse and Soul Ranch are anyone that has the willingness and desire and is physically able. Some of them choose not to ride and just spend time with the horses.

The way that Loreen chooses which horses to use is by a criteria on horses manners, attitude, and temperament. She also matches up introverts to introvert horses and extroverts to extrovert horses, and she also discusses with the guests what their goals and desires are to learn with the horses. The thing that gave

her the idea to work with therapeutic animals was her personal experience with my horses, which has helped her tremendously. She stated, “As I am an abuse survivor myself, I want to help people in need that my horses would be able to help.” She also has had a variety of horses that have been abused themselves and came to the ranch and have thrived on the love.

They continue to help the guests that come to the ranch.

Another reason that she started the ranch is that she believes that everyone is equal and deserves to be treated that way. Here at the ranch, they do not judge anyone by what they are going through, OR where they are in their journey. They are here to let people know that they are loved and no different. The horses help people

live in the moment, not in the past or the future. Horses don’t lie, judge, or care about what we wear. Horses have the biggest heart, and they forgive.

References •https://www.nsarco.com/emotionalsupport-info.html#b2 •https://www.animallaw.info/article/faqs-emotional-support-animals#s17 •http://www.pettravel.com/passports_comfort_animals.cfm •http://ct.counseling.org/2015/04/ confirming-the-benefits-of-emotionalsupport-animals/ •https://www.anxiety.org/emotionalsupport-animals-help-anxiety Dominique Dobson is a student at Mabel-Canton High School. She is one of eight area students participating in the Journal Writing Project, now in its eighteenth year.

Letter about Preston Mural...

To the Editor, What a great article by Hannah Wingert, “Fillmore Central Kids Help Paint Preston Mural,” on the front page of the Nov. 7 Fillmore County Journal. Wingert reports about Preston’s mural project including the mural vision, the design process, materials used, and the three mural painting studios held for the public and students. The article describes an art project created to enrich an educational experience for students, and for all of us.

The Preston Area Arts Council and the Preston Public Library, the two lead project coordinators, would like to add to the mural story by acknowledging the support that made the creation of the mural possible.

Project collaborators include Alison Love Unzelman, mural artist; Preston Area Chamber of Commerce, social media advertising; Fillmore Central Schools and Preston Christ Lutheran Church, use of building spaces for studio painting; and the City of Preston, approval of mural location on the north library wall and paying the mural mounting expenses.

Important grant funding was received from Southeastern Libraries Collaborating, Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council, Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation, and the Preston Area Community Foundation. The Preston Area Arts Council also received generous donations from Preston businesses, and individuals (a list is available from the arts council).

The wonderful people of all ages and abilities that helped paint the mural are the most rewarding aspect of the project. The youngest painter was age six months and the oldest was age ninety-six, and three and four generations of families came together to paint. One hundred seventy-four residents/visitors, and three hundred thirty-one elementary students helped paint the mural. Five hundred and five people participated!

The “Hooked on Preston” outdoor mural brought together a whole community, in a spirit of collaboration, to create a grand outdoor artwork for all to enjoy for many years to come.

Gerrie Daley and Kay Spangler Co-Grant Coordinators Preston Area Arts Council Preston, MN

All opinions expressed on these pages are those of the authors and not of the Fillmore County Journal.

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C ommentary Letter about Greg Davids...

To the Editor, Hello Greg. You might remember me as a kid, my parents are Garry and Becky Schmidt from Wykoff. They have been supporters of you for many years and have always been loyal to you. As have I since my first time voting, I am now 34. My wife and I voted for you again in this election, though this year I had my reservations. The tire plant is old news so I won’t rehash that, but we supported you through that debacle. You helped destroy the homestead credit, and that hurts, but we supported you.

Here’s why. You are against the immigration of refugees to our country and especially our state.

That was our sole reason for giving you another term this year.

Now I want to ask you, WHAT DO YOU PLAN TO DO

Government this week • Monday, November 14, Rushford-Peterson School Board, High School Biology Room, 5:30 p.m.

• Monday, November 14, Whalan City Council, City Hall, 5:30 p.m.

• Monday, November 14, Preston City Council, Council Chambers, 6 p.m.

• Monday, November 14, Spring Valley City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m.

• Monday, November 14, City of Rushford City Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m.

• Monday, November 14, Chatfield City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m.

• Monday, November 14, Wykoff City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m.

• Tuesday, November 15, Houston School Board, High School Library, 6 p.m.

• Tuesday, November 15, Harmony City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m.

• Tuesday, November 15, Mabel-Canton School Board, Media Center, 7 p.m.

• Wednesday, November 16, Rushford Village City Council, Village Hall, 7 p.m.

• Thursday, November 17, Lanesboro School Board, 7 p.m.

• Thursday, November 17, Fillmore County Planning & Zoning Commission, Commissioners’ Board Room, 7 p.m.

• Monday, November 21, Kingsland School Board, District Conference Room, 6:30 p.m.

• Monday, November 21, Chatfield School Board, High School Media Center, 7 p.m.

Schedule subject to change.

ABOUT IT!!!?? I wanna know why Dayton is betraying and slandering the good citizens you represent. Time and time again he has taken an “accept it or get out” stance on immigration and also his clear stance against our men in blue. While I’m a proud American today, I’m ashamed of my home state. What do you plan to do Mr. Davids? The same old same old is clearly not the American way anymore. We proved that last night. There is two months of Obama left. A lot can happen and a lot of refugees can be brought in, unvetted, what can you do to stop this????

How do you plan to stand up to Mark Dayton this term?

Your supporter, Robert William Schmidt Harmony, MN

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It’s over... the election, that is

By Jason Sethre On election eve, while typical liberal national media TV anchors abhorred the proposterous notion that Donald Trump could win the road to the White House, the U.S. map was painted with a broad brush of the color red.

Pundits and pollsters didn’t see this coming. All analytics indicated Hillary would be heir to the thrown.

In Minnesota, of the 4,120 precincts throughout the 87 counties reporting a combined 74.11% voter turnout, the 37 precincts in Fillmore County reported a 91.43% voter turnout.

In the 2012 general election, Fillmore County voters elected President Obama with a 7.34% margin over Republican opponent Mitt Romney.

The 2016 general election was a different story. While the very liberal state of Minnesota gave 46.41% of their votes to Clinton compared to Trump garnering 44.96% of the vote, Fillmore County went as wide right as a Minnesota Vikings kicker.

Over 57% of the voters must have heard “Make Fillmore County Great Again!” as they cast their vote for the Trump/Pence ticket, leaving Clinton with only 35% of the voters in her corner. That’s a 22% margin -- a significant swing from the 2012 election results.

And, it should be noted that 41 voters in Fillmore County supported the Legal Marijuana Now candidates of Dan R. Vacek and Mark Elworth, Jr. for U.S. President and Vice President -stealing 0.37% of the vote from all other multi-platformed candidates. Their results can only get “higher” in future elections.

U.S. Representative District 1 The battle between Tim Walz (DFL incumbent) and Jim Hagedorn (Republican) was divided

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by only 2,817 votes, with Walz surviving again as the victor with 50.34% of the district-wide vote.

State Senate & Representative Incumbent Republican Jeremy Miller dominated the Fillmore County polls with 64.10% of the vote over DFLer Jon Pieper, who earned 35.89% of the voters confidence. District-wide, Miller earned 62.98% of the vote.

Meanwhile, seasoned incumbent Republican Gregory M. Davids won another two-year term over young challenger Thomas Trehus. Davids attracted 56.44% of the Fillmore County vote, leaving Trehus with 43.55%. District-wide ,Davids earned 54.58% of the vote.

Fillmore County Government Marc Prestby retained his position as commissioner of District 5, beating Vance Haugen who garnered only 32% of the vote.

Mitch Lenz (District 1) and Gary Peterson (District 3), both unopposed, also won.

Roughly 70% of the voters were in favor of status quo with respect to the process for filling the auditor and recorder positions. So, the auditor and recorder positions will remain elected instead of appointed.

There were three Fillmore SWCD Supervisor positions up for grabs. Travis Willford, District 5, had it easy, as he ran unopposed and won. In District 4, Robert Pickett won with 60.04% over Barbara Mielke.

And, in District 3, Kathryn Tesmer sported 68.48% of the vote over opponent Jake Stacken.

Cities In Canton, Cindy Shanks and Randy Gossman earned more votes than Jason Magnuson and Carl Ernst, claiming Council Member at Large positions on the Canton City Council.

Lanesboro will have a new mayor in January 2017, with Autumn Johnson beating incumbent Mayor Robin W. Krom. Johnson earned 55.44%

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of the vote, compared to Krom’s 44.56%.

James Westby will be back in the mayor seat of Mabel again, after earning 43.07% to claim victory over Brian Street and Laura St. Mary.

Ostrander Council Member at Large victors were Heidi M. Jones and Erin Volkart, with Vernon Thompson left behind.

The Peterson Mayor won’t need new business cards, as incumbent Tim Hallum won with a whopping 69.11% of the vote compared to 30.89% for Dave Colbenson.

In Preston, Holly Zuck will join the City Council with 34.99% of the vote. David Collett earned 32.60% of the vote, leaving David Harrison with only 32.41%.

Todd Baker didn’t make the cut for the Rushford Village Council Member at Large seats, earning only 12.63% of the vote. Meanwhile, Dennis Overland and Michael Ebner earned 45.26% and 42.11%, respectively.

In Whalan, the new mayor will be Marlys Tuftin, edging out John Smith. And, the Berekvams, Kimberly and Wyatt, will each take a seat at the table as Council Member at Large.

Al Williams retains his title as mayor of Wykoff, boasting 69.14% of the vote compared to Michael Holzer’s 30.86%. The city council will have a couple of Marys -- Mary A. Tjepkes and Mary Sackett.

Schools Kingsland School District voters elected Tiffany Ramaker Mundrom, Jackie Horsman, and Leah Stier to fill three seats. And, they did not pass their referendum or approve their bond. Back to the chalkboard on this one.

R-P School Board victors were Bonnie Prinsen, John Linder, Julie Koop, and Valarie E. Howe.

Chatfield voters apparently love their school district, as they voted “yes” to approve a $10,800,000 bond with 51.62% in favor.

And, 59.48% of Mabel-Canton School District voters approved a referendum that would increase its general education revenue by $409.60 per pupil.

Saturday ~ November 19th ServiNg 5pm uNtil Sold out

all-you-can-eat • carry-outs available

American Legion Post 40 • Lanesboro, MN 507-467-3440

Attention all youth ages 11-15 It’s that time of year again to start planning our snowmobile safety class.

Call or email Randi Wingert at randiwingert@hotmail.com or 507-421-5653 for more detailed information about what is needed. Class is open to the first 25 kids that register.

You MUST pre-register.

You still must complete and obtain a course voucher, and complete classroom training, including a written and driving test.

Class date is November 26, 2016 at CPS in Harmony from 10-2.

Dinner is provided by the Bluff Valley Riders Snowmobile club.

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Obituaries Elizabeth Ann “Liz” Herzog Elizabeth Ann “Liz” Herzog, age 86, of Mabel, Minn., beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend died peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, November 5, 2016 at Green Lea Elizabeth Ann Senior Liv- “Liz” Herzog ing in Mabel.

Liz was born September 30, 1930 in New Ulm, Minn., to Dr. William J. and Frances (Michael) VonBank. She grew up in New Ulm and graduated from New Ulm High School in 1948. Liz then attended Saint Mary-of-theWoods College in Terre Haute, Ind., for two years, moved to St. Paul to be closer to her future husband, Ken Herzog, and graduated from St. Catherine’s with a degree in occupational therapy.

Liz and Ken were married on July 26, 1952 and moved to Mabel in 1958, where they raised their family and Ken operated Herzog Drugs for many years.

Liz was preceded in death by her parents, infant brother, and two grandchildren: John Frederick and Joy Evelyn Herzog.

She is survived by her beloved husband of 64 years, Kenneth of Mabel; eight children: William (Diane) of Minneapolis, Ann (Steve Morrison) of Minneapolis, Catherine (William Herman) of Galesville, Wis.; Theresa (Phil) Ouellette of Indianapolis, Ind.; Lil McFarland of Brownsburg, Ind.; James (Jann) of Iowa Falls, Iowa; John (Jennifer) of Little Rock, Ark.; and Robert (Kay Swank-Herzog) of Indianapolis, Ind.; twenty grandchildren: Megan Hughes-Morrison, Sasha (Edward) Miles, Mira Morrison, Joseph Zwickey, Kara (Seth Spencer) Zwickey, Michael, Ellie, and Grace Shariat Panahi; Luke, Jake, and Sophie McFarland; Laura (Aaron) Phillips, Alexandra and Jackson Herzog, Abby, Emily, and Olivia Herzog; Alexandra Witt, and Vacketta and Isaac Herzog; great-grandchildren Tyler and Lexi Miles; sister Rosemary Courtney of Dana Point, Calif.; and dear friend Freddie Tranaas of Fountain Hills, Ariz., formerly of Mabel.

Liz’s greatest passions were her family and faith. Her love of music, antiques, nature, ani-

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mals, and books will continue on in her family. She had a kind soul and always believed in and respected others. Through all of life’s adventures and adversity, her love shone through, leaving a lasting legacy for those she touched.

Thank you to the entire staff of Green Lea Senior Living in Mabel and Mayo Hospice in Rochester for their compassionate care of Liz. Funeral Mass was held Saturday, November 12, 2016 at 11 a.m. at St. Olaf Catholic Church in Mabel, with Msgr. Donald P. Schmitz officiating.

Visitation took place from 4–7 p.m. Friday, November 11 at Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel.

Interment was held in New Ulm City Cemetery. Her family will donate memorials to NAMI Minnesota.

Ethel Larson Ethel Larson, 102, of Ostrander, Minn., passed away on November 5, 2016 at Ostrander Care and Rehab. A funeral service was held at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 805 S Broadway, Spring Valley on T h u r s d a y, November 10 at 11 a.m. Ethel Larson Burial took place at the Spring Valley Cemetery following the service. A visitation was held from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, November 9, at Hindt Funeral Home Spring Valley, Minn., and continued for one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday.

Ethel was born on July 9, 1914 to Swen and Caroline Swenson.

She attended grade school in Ostrander, speaking only Norwegian, and graduated after skipping two grades, at the age of 12, which was quite an accomplishment due to the fact she also learned English. She traveled to Austin to live with her sister and attended Austin High School.

She was a fast learner and loved school, but was forced to quit following her second year due to an economy crisis. She returned home and worked for a doctor and his wife as a hired girl. She also would tend to new mothers and babies and continued to do so until she married.

Ethel married Alvin Larson on March 17, 1935. They farmed in the Ostrander area until later

Fillmore County Church Directory Christ Lutheran Church..........………………..........Sundays - 9 : 00am 509 Kansas St NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2161 Greenf ield Lutheran Church..…..........……….......Sundays - 9 : 00am 235 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3272 Our Savior’s Lutheran Church........... Sat. - 5 :30pm & Sun. - 9 : 00am 805 S Broadway St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 (507) 346-7251 St. Columban Church.…..…….......………………..Sundays - 10 : 00am 408 Preston St NW # 2, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-3886 St. Mary’s Catholic Church...…...................................Sundays - 8 : 00am 405 Twiford St SW, Chatfield, MN 55923 (507) 867-3148

Wykoff United Methodist Church.…….......………Sundays - 8 :30am 236 Gold St S, Wykoff, MN 55990 (507) 202-2275

If you are interested in listing your church, contact the Fillmore County Journal at news@fillmorecountyjournal.com.

when they moved near Chester, Iowa. Together, they raised 6 children, Roger, Eileen, Janis, Karen, and twins David and Dianne. She was a loving mom and was always there for them even after they were grown.

Ethel was the perfect farmer’s wife. She was an excellent cook.

She decorated cakes. She loved painting, varnishing, wallpapering, and decorating their home.

She sewed, knitted, and crocheted. If that was not enough, she helped milk 25 cows, sanitizing the equipment and worked in the fields, helping plant and harvest corn, beans, and oats.

At threshing time she cooked and baked a ton of food to feed the hungry threshers. After her four oldest children were grown, she became a Home Health Aid, working many hours among patients from the Spring Valley area. Eventually, she was hired as an aide at the Ostrander Nursing Home and later at the Stewartville Nursing Home. She worked until she retired at the age of 78.

On holidays, she would work eight hours and come home and cook the holiday dinner, which was always a huge spread. Following her retirement, she cared for Alvin daily and was his eyes, which had become blind.

After Alvin, at age 97, passed, Ethel moved to Hillside Homes in Spring Valley. Each year she would participate in the Ag Days parade, riding her shiny, red scooter, waving to all the friends she had made over the years.

She is survived by her sister, Florence Wendorf of Austin; six children: Roger (Marlys) of Lyle, Eileen Spring of Lake City, Janis Speer of Stewartville, Karen (Julian Brusse) of Rochester, Dr. David (Shelley) Larson of Harmony, and Dianne (Adrian) Roberts of Jacksonville, Fla.; 26 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Swen and Caroline; husband Alvin, four grandchildren: Jayne Speer, Randy Brusse, Robert Larson, and Mark Storlie; and three sisters.

Condolences may be left at www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com.

Hollis E. Heiden Hollis E. Heiden, 83, of Rushford died on Saturday, November 5, 2016, at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Rushford.

Hollis was born on July 13, 1933, in Money Creek To w n s h i p , MN to Elmer and Lavina (Todd) Heiden. He was baptized and con- Hollis Heiden firmed at St. John Lutheran Church in Hart, MN. Hollis attended Money Creek School and graduated from Houston High School. He served in the U.S. National Guard.

Hollis lived all of his life in the Tri-county area of Houston, Fillmore and Winona Counties. On February 5, 1955, he was united

An Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County in marriage with Joanne Bjorge at Rushford Lutheran Church in Rushford. Hollis farmed for 15 years at various farms in southeast, Minnesota. He worked as an over the road truck driver for 30 years, covering 46 states, and worked at Rushford Foods in Rushford until his retirement.

He was a member of St. Mark Lutheran Church in Rushford.

Hollis enjoyed golfing, fishing, watching game shows on TV and playing cards, especially euchre. His priorities were, Jesus first, then family, followed by a long list of life’s simple pleasures.

Hollis is survived by his wife, Joanne; five children: Rev. Dennis (Sheila) Heiden of Mankato, Minn., Susan (Tom) Matter of Farmington, Minn.; Donald (Mary) Heiden of New Augusta, Miss., Sarah (Mike) Siebenaler of Rushford, and Dean (Melissa) Heiden of Rushford; 16 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; a brother, Kenneth (Lorraine) Heiden of Rushford; and by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

A funeral service for Hollis was held at 2 p.m. on Friday, November 11, 2016, at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Rushford, with the Rev. Dennis Heiden and the Rev. Harold Hintzman co-officiating. Burial took place in the Rushford Lutheran Cemetery in Rushford. Visitation was for one hour prior to the service at the church.

The family prefers memorials to be directed to St. Mark Lutheran Church or to the donor’s choice.

The family would like to thank the Good Shepherd Lutheran Home, Winona Health, Winona Area Hospice, St. Mark Lutheran Church and Pastor Hintzman and his family for all of their caring and support.

Leave a memory of Hollis and sign his online guestbook at www.hofffuneral.com James T. Harstad James T. Harstad, 91, of Harmony, passed away peacefully Sunday, November 6 at his residence.

Jim was born in Harmony township on September 6, 1925 to James T. and Myrtle (Quammen) Harstad. He graduated from HarJames T. mony High Harstad School in 1943. On December 28, 1952, he and Harriet Eickhoff were united in marriage at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Wykoff. Jim and Harriet raised a family of four and farmed together until their retirement. Jim enjoyed reading, traveling with Harriet, fishing, playing cards and great conversations, while his family and others enjoyed his story telling and knowledge of current events. Jim was also a lifelong member of Greenfield Lutheran Church in Harmony, Minn.

He is survived by his wife, Harriet of 63 years, son James (Polly) Harstad of Harmony, Minn.; Mary (Joel) Nitschke of San Diego, Calif.; Rachel Lucey of Rochester, Minn.; and Ruth Peck (Louis Kopsidas) of Rochester, Minn. He is also survived by ten grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and his two brothers, Blaine and Bruce Harstad.

We would like to thank everyone who cared for, loved, and had one of those good conversations with Jim. Your kind and thoughtful words and actions touched his life more than you will ever know.

A memorial service was held Saturday, November 12 at 11:30 a.m. at Greenfield Lutheran Church in Harmony, Minn. Visitation took place at the church prior to the service starting at 10 a.m.

Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield assisted the family with arrangements. To share a condolence with the family, please visit rileyfuneralhomes.com.

Rickie Lee Dollar Rickie Lee Dollar, 55, of Austin, passed away November 6, 2016 at his home.

Rick was born January 29, 1961 in El Paso, Tex., to Joe C. and Harriet (Hongerholt) Dollar.

He graduated from Lanesboro High School Rickie Lee in 1979. He Dollar went to school to become a diesel mechanic.

Rick worked for Hormel as a forklift and truck mechanic for 28 years.

He enjoyed working on cars, taking random road trips, fishing, and gardening. He was a member of Sons of American Legion.

Rick is lovingly remembered by his girlfiend, Bonnie Lynn Byers of Austin; sons Joshua Dollar of Austin and Gunnar Dollar of Hollandale, mother Harriet Dollar of Lanesboro, brother John Dollar of Lanesboro, sister Debora (Myron) Hornby of Viroqua, Wis,; and nephews Alex Hornby and Chase Hornby of Viroqua.

Rick is preceded in death by his father, Joe. A memorial service will be held for Rick at 11 a.m., Friday, November 11 at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Lanesboro, with Rev. Patricia Hinkie of Whalan Lutheran Church officiating.

Visitation took place 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, November 10 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Lanesboro and for one hour prior to the funeral service. A private family committal was held place at Hongerholt Cemetery.

Johnson-Riley Funeral Home in Lanesboro assisted the family with arrangements. To share condolences with the family, please visit rileyfuneralhomes.com.

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Verna Hahn Verna Hahn, age 92, of Zumbrota and formerly of Preston, Minn., died Saturday November 5, 2016 at Pine Haven in Pine Island, Minn.

Verna Bjortomt was born S e pte mb er 30, 1924 to Martin and Alma ( Osterhu s ) Bjortomt in Amherst To w n s h i p , F i l l m o r e Verna Hahn C ou nt y, Minn. She graduated from Harmony High School in 1942. She spent her life time in Fillmore County. Verna was united in marriage to Glen Hahn on November 08, 1944.

The couple farmed in Preston Township until moving to Preston in 1974. In 2003, Verna moved to Zumbrota, Minn.

She is survived by one daughter, Nancy (Ralph) Bader of North Branch, Minn.; and one son, Paul Hahn of Zumbrota, Minn.; three grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and one sister, Betty (Don) Riehl of Preston, Minn.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Martin and Alma; her husband Glen; her sisters, Ruth Sikkink and LaVonne Wold; and brothers Reuben and Norman Bjortomt.

Services were held 11 a.m.

Wednesday, November 9, 2016 at Preston United Methodist Church in Preston, Minn.

Visitation was held for one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial took place in Crown Hill Cemetery, Preston, Minn.

Condolences may be left at www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com.

Wayne W. Johnson Wayne W. Johnson, 88, a longtime member of the Lanesboro community passed away November 7, 2016 at the Gundersen Harmony Care Center.

Wayne was born April 24, 1928 in rural Lanesboro to Francis and Ruby ( Johnson) Johnson.

He graduated from L a ne s b or o High School in 1946 and attended W i n o n a Wayne Johnson Business School. On March 23, 1952, he married Clara Abrahamson at Elstad Lutheran Church in Lanesboro.

Wayne worked as a farmer for many years. He enjoyed spending time with friends at the sales barn and visiting with his many friends.

Wayne is lovingly remembered by his wife, Clara; son Paul (Judy) Johnson of Preston; sister Ellen Brekke of Clarksville, Iowa; Five grandchildren: Arik, Adam, and Luke Johnson, and Rusty and Matt Schroeder.

Twelve great-grandchildren also survive.

Wayne was preceded in death by granddaughter Holly, son Craig, and brother Ronald Johnson.

A memorial service was held for Wayne at 11 a.m. Thursday, November 10, 2016 at the Whalan Lutheran Church, with Rev. Patricia Hinkie officiating.

Visitation took place at the church on Thursday one hour prior to the service.

Johnson-Riley Funeral Home in Lanesboro assisted the family with arrangements.

To share condolences with the family, please visit rileyfuneralhomes. com.

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A resolution was adopted approving the business subsidy. Councilman Robert Maust abstained.

Highway 52 revised invoice MnDot had billed the city in 2014, years after the completion of the 2005 project, for engineering costs associated with utility work under the highway in the amount of $76,250.60. The city contested the late billing.

A revised final bill was received in October 2016. MnDot forgave $56,478.12 or the fee for construction engineering, which is 8% of the total project cost of $705,976.53. The city had paid $686,204.05 toward the total project cost early on. The remainder, after the forgiven amount in the final invoice, is $19,772.48. This final payment will close out the project. Seventy percent, or $13,840.74 will be paid by the Utility and 30%, or $5,931.74, was approved to be paid by the city. The city’s portion will come from the street reserve.

Other business in brief • Maust opened a discussion of the old Dairy and Farm property. At the October 17 meeting the fact that the west side of the property has been cleared and will not need environmental study was noted. Maust had advocated for going ahead and parceling off that portion in order to move ahead with work to provide a new home for the National Trout Center, Historical Society, and Tourism. This arrangement would be contin-

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gent on getting the east side turned over to the city once it is cleared.

Other council members were more in favor of drafting a purchase agreement to make it clear the city intended to purchase the property for $100,000 after it is cleaned up. Environmental clean up is Dairy and Farm’s responsibility. A motion was approved at that meeting authorizing City Attorney Dwight Luhmann to draft a purchase agreement to reflect the council’s intentions.

Maust said he thought Dairy and Farm board members were taken aback by the decision and disappointed. He added the idea to split off the west side is to our benefit. Councilman Charles Sparks said “we want the property.” Mayor Kurt Reicks added we directed Luhmann to draft the purchase agreement, so they know we want it. We want a clean property. The delay, waiting for the environmental study, is out of our hands. The draft purchase agreement is expected to come before the council during the first council meeting in December.

Estimates were put together last year as to the cost of renovation of the west building. At that time, renovation was expected to cost about $300,000.

• Two policies were approved as required by Minnesota Statute 13. One policy states how to request public data for members of the public and the other states how one can request individual data about one’s self, one’s minor children, or an individual for which one is a legal guard-

Lanesboro City Council member proposes budget cuts

By Hannah Wingert “I went through the budget and found places to make cuts,” Lanesboro City Councilman Tom Smith stated.

Smith proceeded to review the 2017 budget to show the other members of the council where he felt cuts could be made.

Among other suggestions, he proposed cutting the police budget, various departments in public works, the library budget for movies and books, the EDA, and the ambulance budget. The assorted cuts could bring the proposed 2017 budget increases down to 1-2% or even level it out. Smith’s presentation was met with applause from the audience at the meeting.

Mayor Robin Krom thanked Smith for doing the research and agreed that the council needed to further review his proposals.

Mike Bubany from David Drown Associates informed the council that after going through the city’s current debt, as he does each year, he found an opportunity to reduce bond payments for the Wittier-Maple Bond.

By refinancing the bond at the Merchants Bank in Lanesboro, he projected a $27,000 savings over the eight year life of the bond. The total fees for refi-

nancing would come out to approximately $20,000, but the savings outweigh the fees.

“There’s no downside to doing this,” he pointed out.

The council approved the refinancing.

The Sons of Norway received a $179,000 grant to rehabilitate their building. On an unrelated note, they requested that the city of Lanesboro be designated as their fiscal agent. The council agreed to the request.

Two sealed bids for the city’s 2005 Ford F350 were opened at the meeting and the higher bid was accepted.

The Chamber of Commerce asked the city to make a matching donation for a grant which would go towards the printing of the 2017 visitor guides. The request was not passed due to lack of a motion.

The Lanesboro Public Utilities Department recently discovered that the contract that the city signed with Davy Engineering for the utilities project was signed by Mayor Krom and City Administrator Michele Peterson, but had not been brought before the council. Because of this, they voted to end the contract as it was not entered into properly.

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• An ordinance was approved allowing an “authorized law enforcement agency” to conduct a criminal history check of an individual who is an applicant for employment or for licensure.

A summary of the ordinance will be publicized.

• Fillmore County has found grant money to cover half the cost of 800 MHz radios for each fire department in the county. The other half of the cost to update the radios will have to come from each fire department. The cost for the Preston Fire Department for the updated radios is $9,000, or half the $18,000 total cost. The purchase was approved and the funds will come out of the fire department budget and capital reserve fund. Reicks commented that the updated radios are mandated by FEMA. • City Administrator Joe Hoffman explained that two of the three roof furnaces are not working. Al Larson and Sons can repair the furnaces for $5,530. It would cost $17,750 to replace the furnaces with new units. The repair quote from Al Larson and Sons was approved.

• A quarter page thank-you ad for those who volunteer for the city at a cost of $147 was approved.

• The council discussed requesting the most current financial statement from the National Trout Center.

• The next city council meeting will be on November 14 at 6 p.m. The first meeting in December will be on Tuesday, December 6.

At this point, Davy Engineering has already done some work and has been paid for it.

The Public Utilities department recommended utilizing Bolten and Menk, the engineering company that the city recently hired as the city engineering firm for the remainder of the project.

Mayor Krom felt that before a decision was made, legal counsel should be sought by the city. It was decided to table the matter until the December council meeting to gather more information.

Mayor Krom pointed out that there are currently properties within city limits that do not have access too all of the services that the city offers, such as paved roads, various utilities, etc. He proposed that the council consider offering a lowered tax district for those properties.

He plans to do more research on how other local small cities handle this issue and will bring the information back at a later meeting for the council to review.

A motion to put bids out for continued rural and urban services was approved. Currently, the garbage service contract is on a different schedule than the rest of the contracts, but Peterson will work on rectifying that.

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Fillmore County Sports One Point Decides Epic Section Title Game

athlete of the week

By Paul Trende sports@fillmorecountyjournal.com It was a splendid contest. Two teams, Co-District champs, battling for that The Trende moment of Report high school immortality, going to state.

D a v i n Thompson and Chris Mensink sent their boys into Paul Trende battle.

One-point was the difference. One team proudly moved on. Another, dejected, has nothing to be ashamed of.

Ninth-ranked Rushford-Peterson (1-seed, 9-1) and fifth-ranked Fillmore Central (2-seed, 9-1) played the closest of contests for the Section 1A football title. The teams exchanged first quarter turnovers. R-P capitalized on an FC fumble in their own territory. A Landon Skalet 26-yard pass to Noah Carlson helped set up a Carlson 7-yard sweep-right TD (7-0 RP). After an FC threeand-out, R-P again methodically moved the ball. It would be the most often way each team made headway. An eight play drive survived a second and 17, then a second and 15; a Skalet 38-yard TD pass to junior TE Jake Paulson to put R-P up 14-0. A year ago, Goodhue took it to FC in the same spot (29-0). This year’s Falcons are different. They responded differently to a big hole. Sam Peters returned the ensuing kick-off 58-yards, helping instigate a 9-play, 31-yard drive. Brother Josh Peters capped

it with a stretching 2-yard TD making it 14-7 Trojans. The Falcons then got a three-and-out.

They took over late in the half (2:43). They seemed stopped on 4th and 10 from the RP 44, but a Sam Peters to Nate Haugerud fake-punt pass netted 28 yards and new life in the waning seconds of the half (0:08). A play later, Riley Means threaded the needle to Haugerud in the end zone for the 16-yard TD pass. A botched PAT snap then allowed Means to find Cody Ristau for the 2-point conversion. And bam, after trailing 14-0, FC went to half up 15-14! The second stanza’s second play saw more FC momentum. Josh Peters sprinted 46-yards inside the R-P 20. But the football became dislodged amidst Landon Goree’s tackle. A referee was right there, calling it a fumble (Luke Rasmussen recovery). R-P took over. They went on an epic 18-play, 87-yard drive. Carlson had 16 carries (probably a record someplace). His last, a 2-yard scamper around end on 4th and goal, plus Skalet to Paulson pass, put R-P back ahead 22-15. FC’s ensuing drive, which traversed into the fourth quarter, was similarly impressive. The Falcons went 65 yards in 13-plays. They converted a pair of fourth downs, surviving third and 15 and third and 11 situations. Means had a completion and eight carries.

A Brady Ristau 19-yard run to the nine set up a Means 9-yard TD run. FC was a PAT from very reliable Justin Ristau away from a tie-ball game, but R-P play-maker Jake Paulson blocked the extra point. With 6:54 left, R-P clung to a 22-21 lead. After surrendering a first down, the Falcons got a stop. They took

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over at their own 34 (3:32).

Seven plays later, from the R-P 29, they had the ball second and three (0:49). With J-Ristau having a good leg, a first down and a bit more could’ve set up a potential game-winning field goal attempt. The Falcons own two wins over Goodhue the past two years because of the stronglegged lineman’s field goals. The yards didn’t come. Two passes, the second a (moderately tough) catchable ball that would’ve resulted in said first down near the 16, fell incomplete. On 4th down, Trojan defensive end Preston Lecy was left unblocked.

His tackle of B-Ristau for a loss clinched it. R-P secured its first football state tournament berth since 2008 courtesy of a 22-21 win! Its R-P’s first trip under Davin Thompson. He’s been an assistant for multiple runs and, as a senior, played on R-P football and basketball teams that

each made state. Running back Noah Carlson led the way. He didn’t have a Carlson game. FC’s defense held him to a season low in rushing yards. He still had a season-high 36 carries for 117 yards and 2 TDs. He went over 2,000 rushing yards for the season and has 31 rushing TDs. Sophomore QB Landon Skalet continued his precise work, going 6 of 8 for 111 yards, a TD, and an interception. Paulson (2-52, TD, two-pointers) was his top receiver, whilst authoring a fumble recovery and the huge blocked PAT. FC senior QB Riley Means (7-12, 63, TD, 2-pointer passing, 22-118, TD rushing, double digit tackles) did what he’s done all year, leading his Falcons on both sides of the ball. J-Peters (8-67, TD), S-Peters (1-1, 28 yards passing, 56-yard KOR), and Nate Haugered (4-57, TD receiving) were FC’s other big play-makers.

R-P won the turnover-margin 2 to 1. They’ve won said margin every game this year. First downs

The Section 1A and state-bound Rushford-Peterson Trojans.

(RP 14, FC 15) and total plays were near identical (RP 49, FC 53). Yardage (313 to 229) was in FC’s favor. Penalties favored the Trojans (FC 6-for-65, RP 2-for 10). The big what-if for the Falcons? What if stand-out senior WR Sam Rustad (torn ACL) were healthy to stretch the field? FC’s season ends at 9-2. It’s their second straight 1A runner-up finish. A tremendous group of seniors went 18-4 the past two seasons, equaling the top two-year run in FC history.

R-P will play Murray County Central (3-seed from Section 3A, 8-3) in New Prague in the state quarters.

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dropped down a bit, to 11th (of 16). They were a bit faster as a team (1:44:20.7 from the top five, versus 1:44:53.7 a year ago).

The Burros two seniors, who’ve put together excellent running careers, went out on high. Kiera Olson, in her third C-C state meet, posted her best ever finish.

Ms. Heisman-nominee led LFC, taking 31st overall (14th among team competitors) of a 176-gal field. She ran her second best time of the season (19:55.3), the past two years. Olson posted a 65th overall finish a year ago, 66th overall as a frosh in 2013. Over the past two years, she’s recorded 14 top ten finishes (two firsts, three seconds, two thirds). Fellow senior Leah Ruen got some redemption for last year’s (non-team-scoring) 139th overall finish. The elder Ruen was LFC’s second runner, taking 80th overall with her third best time of the season (20:38.0).

She’s posted 13 top ten finishes the past two years with three seconds. LFC’s third runner, Emily Snyder was also strong, posting

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her second best time of the year (20:49.1 > 94th). Kaylee Arndt (137th), Maddie Smith (138th), Ashley Miner (141st), and Bailey Ruen (159th) rounded out the Burro running-crew. LFC (257) did get a little section revenge, as they topped 1A champ Lake City. The Tigers (273) finished in 12th place right after the Burros. Fairmont (84), who finished 5th last year, beat out defending champ Perham (86) for the 2016 girls team title. Annandale (3rd > 127) and Luverne (4th > 148) each repeated finishing in the top five. Math and Science Academy’s Tierney Wolfgram (18:23.6) was the girls champ, as last year’s 1st place Phenom, Cotter’s Grace Ping (17:52.0), moved elsewhere. Section 1A’s top finisher (6th overall) was Kayla Christopherson from Austin-Pacelli. The 5000-meter event was held at St. Olaf College in Northfield.

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Mabel-Canton (2-seed, 32-4) volleyball could’ve fared better versus Caledonia (1-seed, 26-5).

But for the 2016 1A East subsection title, in a re-match of last year’s title game, the Warriors exerted their will. A year ago, Caledonia’s downfall, M-C’s windfall, was errors. The Warriors, with all their size, power, and athleticism, hit too long, they hit too short, hit into the net. Such things were big aids in allowing Mabel-Canton to come back from down 2-1 for the 3-2 win (25-18, 23-25, 16-25, 25-18, 15-8). There were far less errors this year. Likely motivated by last year’s loss, Scott Koepke’s group were impressive. All that size, power, and athleticism allotted for a lot of hammering shots down, in, and good, or off blocks, out, and good. It allotted for a strong block that hindered M-C’s offense. The Warriors jumped out 14-5, 14-4, and 19-12 in the three games.

M-C battled, but their only leads were 1-0, 2-0, and 2-1 in games two and three. They didn’t even get to 20 in a Warrior sweep (2518, 25-19, 25-17). Caledonia has been a power, routinely competing for the 1AA East title, the Section 1AA title, before moving down to Class A prior to last year.

This year’s group, on top of the size, power, and athleticism, has loads of experience. Fourth-year junior setter Adrianna Reinhart (2 kills, 40 assists, 15 digs, 3 aces) led a strongly balanced offense led by senior cousins Mariah (14 kills, 2 blocks) and Sam Schroeder (8 kills, 7 digs), junior Madisyn Heaney (7 kills, 2 aces), and freshman 6-footer Lydia Lange (8 kills). The latter is the younger sister of former Warrior standout, current Concordia-St. Paul standout, Emma Lange.

The Schroeders and Heaney each have a least three years of fulltime varsity experience. Coranda Vickerman (6 kills, 10 assists, 10 digs), Savannah Slafter (8 kills, 8 digs), Dakota Delaney (6 kills, 3 blocks), and Kenidi McCabe (12 assists, 11 digs) led the Cougars. M-C (32-5) finishes as 1A East runner-up. It’s their fourth straight 1A East final. Vickerman and Courtney Graves are the Cougars’ lone two seniors.

Vickerman concludes a five-year varsity career that saw M-C go 162-22. Graves concludes a four-year career where M-C went 131-16. And in an interesting note, the phrase ABBA (Anyone But Bethlehem Academy) found its somebody. Hayfield, after falling to Faribault B.A. in each of the last three 1A West finals, finally punched through with a 3-1 win (18-25, 26-24, 25-22, 25-23). The Warriors then took advantage of the tough turnaround for the Vikings, winning the section title 3-1 (22-25, 25-23, 25-23, 25-14). It marks only the third time in 15 years somebody other than B.A. represents Section 1A at state (W-K in 2010, FC in 2013).

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Councilman Tom Dybing gave an update on the Herbicide Task Force. They are currently looking for volunteers to help identify any invasive species.

They also plan to discuss spraying protocols with Public Works Director Andy Drake.

Fourteen Lanesboro residents attended the meeting held by

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Western Homes Assisted Living which discussed and answered questions about the possibility of an assisted living center being built in Lanesboro. Pastor Kerry Eversole was able to be at the meeting and tour an existing center, along with the other attendees. “I was very impressed with the facilities. They were very up-to-date,” he noted.

The next Lanesboro City Council meeting will be held on

Thanksgiving worship service at Historic Lenora Church There will be a Thanksgiving worship service at the historic Lenora United Methodist church on November 20 beginning at 4 p.m. (Please note time change for this year.) Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy a gentle worship service focusing on some of the themes of the great hymn, “For the Beauty of the Earth.” People are invited to bring non-perishable food for the local food shelf as well as coats, mittens and scarves for the cold winter weather to come.

The lamps will be lit and if it is cold outside, the wood stove will crackle with warmth….

Following the service, refreshments will be served at the Lenora Fellowship House next door to the church. The 1856 Lenora United Methodist Church is located in Lenora, Minnesota off of Fillmore County Road 24. The Lenora Pioneer Church Society extends a friendly welcome to everyone as we gather at Lenora in the spirit of giving thanks for the many blessings we share. For more information about the mission and ministry at Lenora please contact: faitheyota@embarqmail.com. May we share together in giving thanks for all of God’s blessings.

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Gilbert’s bike ride Another fine Indian Summer day has dawned, beckoning us to the bike trail. After a quick stop by the apple tree for treats later, and a supply of water for all of us, we pedal off in the golden light. The trail in our area has several long hills, easier for our dog to trot than human muscles to scale. However, the trail’s pavement can be trying on Lu’s service dog’s paws. So on one such hill, Lu commanded his dog to jump up in his lap and to Gilbert’s delight, they rode down the gentle, but long slope together. Now, they take most hills in tandem, Gilbert’s tail wagging all the way.

Recently, Lu has been completing doctors’ visits. Gilbert is often a curiosity in the waiting room, especially among children. A little girl kept peeking around her father at Gilbert, and finally her older brother came over and asked if they

could pet him. Lu thanked the child for asking, and as usual when Gilbert sees a child, his tail starts wagging, as he loves a little petting and attention. Gilbert doesn’t recognize people by sight, but recognizes them by smell. He likes one of the RNs who always comes up to Gilbert and gives him a big hug. He laps the attention right up!

Insurance has approved the newest pump, the 630 G, and it has already been delivered.

Lu will be trained how to use it on Friday. He has already done his homework by reading the information sent with the pump. The new pump has a different display that is easier to use and different algorithms that help with highs and lows.

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pump, so Lu can adjust his insulin level accordingly. This pump will qualify him for the 670 G, due to come out in April of 2017. The newest pump is being called the closest device yet to an artificial pancreas. The pump has made such a difference in our lives, as Lu no longer has to take shots and has much tighter control of his disease. Ambulance calls, once frequent, are now rare. His doctor can easily review his numbers, after being sent by computer to her office. She told him at his last appointment she was very pleased with the few low numbers in his last readout.

Gilbert still plays a huge role in the whole process. Last night, Gilbert started alerting Lu by placing his paw on him.

Lu thought his blood sugar was pretty good, but when he checked his pump, noted his numbers had dropped five points, with an arrow going down. We marvel that Gilbert can often catch on to the fact his blood sugar is going down before it actually gets low. Gilbert deserves the thrill of a few rides down a hill, as he helps Lu to keep good control in this uphill battle.

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Healthcare providers recommend that infants over six months, children and adults, including women who are pregnant, get a flu vaccine. Getting vaccinated not only helps protect you from the flu, it helps protect those you come in contact with.

Flu shots will be given on a walk-in, first come, first serve basis at Rushford Clinic, 109 W. Jessie Street in Rushford, Wednesday, November 16, 3:306:30 p.m.

Insurance will be filed, or individuals may pay $36 at time of check in. Those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Please note that due to new information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), FluMist will not be available at Winona Health this season.

Children age 8 and under who did not receive a flu vaccine during last year’s flu season may need a second vaccine 30 days after receiving the first vaccine dose. If you have questions regarding dosage, please contact your healthcare provider.

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Alexis Hall as an RN/Social Worker in Community Services/ Public Health effective November 18.

Approval was given to hire Abee Yasiin and Eric Karsten as intermittent jailers.

Eagle Scout project Matthew Gregg, a Fillmore Central student and member of Boys Scouts Troop 67 of Harmony, Preston, and Lanesboro, requested permission from the county board to install pavement markings to remind people to “Buckle Up.” This is his Eagle Scout project in his effort to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout.

Gregg and Brenda Pohlman, Public Health Educator, are working on the project together.

Money for the stencils will come from Toward Zero Deaths grant funds ($83.21). Gregg will raise money to purchase acrylic paint.

The markings will be painted on with a brush in key locations in Harmony and Preston.

Lentz suggested it would be good to do this in other school districts. Commissioner Harry Root asked Gregg how long he has been a Scout. Gregg answered he has been in the scouts since he was 7 or 8. Root called it a good project and thanked Gregg for doing it.

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Other business in brief • Approval was given to use remaining 2016 Wellness Grant dollars to purchase no maintenance, handicap accessible picnic tables. The tables cost over $900 per table.

• The annual True-up order for Microsoft Enterprise agreement was approved at a cost of $41,039.

• Canton has requested to purchase a tax forfeiture property in Canton which is located next to the city offices for its estimated market value, $1,600. Prestby noted that tax forfeiture properties are first offered to a government entity. The small parcel is a vacant lot. The purchase was approved. The difference between the taxes owed and the estimated market value of the property (about $600) will be forgiven.

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Houston Planning Commission balancing financial with future

By Eric Leitzen The Houston County Planning Commission was called to order at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, November 7, 2016. This was the first commission meeting since September 6, 2016, and the commission passed the previous meeting’s minutes without debate. Present at the meeting were Jim Edwards, Tony Shultz, Krin Abraham, City Administrator Christina Peterson, and Vice-chairman Vicki Olson.

Abraham noted that the variance from the previous meeting had been approved, and Shultz mentioned that the floorboards had been put down, with a roof to follow. There was a period for public comment, during which no comments were made. The commission then moved on to the single Old Business item on the agenda regarding the Prairie Meadows Development and paving of Elm Street. Olson mentioned that the meeting was called now partly due to the length of time between this meeting and the previous one, and there needed to be some dialogue and “discussion in general” started about future city developments. The subdivision agreement the city has requires the city to pave 7th Street, also known as Elm Street, within two years after someone has built a house and moved in. By that agreement, the commission noted that it has until summer of 2017 to pave the street. The quickest option put forth by the commission was to simply pave the street by the deadline, but in

the interest of planning ahead, the commission wanted to look into possibly extending a water main at the same time as the new street paving.

The water main, it was noted, would not have to extend all the way to a cul-de-sac on Elm Street, as there was already a private well for that area. The main would be, as best recommended by the commission, extended Kilborn to Stoddard Street with a water main before paving Elm Street. Questions were raised by Jim Edwards as to whether or not a building inside the Houston city limits was required to have city water and sewer. Olson produced and paraphrased the city ordinance, which says that if city water and sewer are available, a person or business must hook up to it.

However, as the city services were not available at the time of building, wells and septic were used. Olson continued that some building agreements are specially written to allow for wells and not city water, depending on the availability of city services at the time of building. If it is not specified in a developer’s agreement, the ordinance says the city can set up a policy and a timeline for mandatory city water hookups.

Currently, Olson noted, the city has not enforced that policy.

One of the biggest discussion of the meeting was the different possibilities for different buildings within the community to be connected to city water and sewer services. Houston,

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like many cities in Bluff Country, poses unique challenges and situations for laying water mains and sewer lines, along with septic and wells. Examples were given of locals who may be upset if the city hookup policy was enforced for some and not for all, but overall the commission argued that logistical and financial roadblocks to setting up and installing city services allow for exemptions from the policy. The commission was in general agreement that if a lot was to become or looked to become a residential property, the availability of city water and sewer to a potential buyer would be very attractive. The most prominent issue came from the balance between cost-effectiveness for the taxpayers of the city weighed against providing the best options not only for current residents, but future residents as well. The commission ruled to investigate these matters further before deciding on a firm course of action regarding paving or water and sewer extension in the future. The commission was in unanimous agreement that, in order to attract new residents and builders, the infrastructure needs to be available.

The commission covered New Business, looking at utility extensions in the Westgate area.

The businesses in the area have sewer grinder pumps installed due to the city’s high water table. According to City Administrator Peterson, the grinder pumps run about $10,000 for each of the businesses. Peterson

also mentioned that the button factory is not on city sewer, and could be a target for expansion, along with expansions of other businesses in the Westgate area.

Peterson has been in talks with Marlene Schultz on the possibility of parceling a nearby field for business expansion, but no decisions have been approached.

Running water and sewer to that property, Peterson reported, is estimated at $129,000. One of the issues, Peterson noted, with utility extension is what she called a “timing issue.” When each person is on their own system, they update and replace them at separate times, meaning there will never be a perfect time

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when all need to be replaced.

Again, the issue boiled down to the issue of quality of life versus cost-effectiveness. City Administrator Peterson took pains to tell the commission that she doesn’t want to be ruling alone on these issues, and urged the commission to consider them for the next meeting.

The commission also discussed a possible expansion to the Elementary School building to improve cafeteria and meeting space, as the school is currently holding classrooms in the library. It was determined by the commission that a school/city partnership with the extension could cause scheduling issues.

The meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m., after a unanimous motion to adjourn.

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Fillmore County Police Reports Ask a Trooper Chatfield Police Department Dale Anthony Schwartz, 73, Eyota, Minn.; 8/24/2016, Parking – Parallel to Curb, Fine $20, Total Fees $32.

Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Nathaniel Andrew Braithwaite, 18, Spring Valley, Minn.; 8/3/2016, Underage Consumption of Alcohol, Fine $100, Total Fees $220.

Patricia Ruth Clement, 71, Grand Meadow, Minn.; 10/18/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Graham Edmund Fritz, 21, Minneapolis, Minn.; 10/22/2016, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150.

Lukas Daniel Hampton, 23, Slayton, Minn.; 10/14/2016, Speeding (50/40), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Douglas Duane Hongerholt, 52, St. Charles, Minn.; 10/12/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Merilee Jean Light, 67, Minneapolis, Minn.; 10/15/2016, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Gray Wayne Livingood, 58, Wykoff, Minn.; 8/11/2016, Fail to Have Burning Permit on Person, Fine $50, Total Fees $140.

Lindsi Michelle Poppe, 23, Canton, Minn.; 10/20/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Jessica Marie Smith, 28, LeRoy, Minn.; 8/2/2016, Driving After Suspension, Fine $200, Total Fees $320.

Laehn Coltan Taylor, 19, Dover, Minn.; 7/25/2016, Speeding (74/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. 7/25/2016, (Possession of ) Small Amount of Marijuana in Motor Vehicle, Fine $150.

MN Department of Natural Resources – Enforcement Division Kong Vue, 49, St. Paul, Minn.; 10/16/2016, Trespass – Retrieving Wounded Game Violation, Fine $100, Total Fees $190.

Xia Vu Mouanouu, 64, St. Paul, Minn.; 10/14/2016, Possess Uncased/Loaded Firearm in State Refuge or Park, Fine $200, Total Fees $290.

MN State Patrol – Rochester Logan Aaron Adler, 28, Spring Valley, Minn.; 8/15/2016, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Liban Hassan Ahmed, 42, Faribault, Minn.; 10/1/2016, Speeding (69/55), Fine $50, Total Fees $140.

George Paul Etre, 41, Coralville, IA; 10/11/2016, Speeding (74/55), Fine $60, Total Fees

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Dekota C. Gates, 28, Bloomington, Ill.; 8/15/2016, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150.

Sierra Jade McNamer, 20, Rushford, Minn.; 9/28/2016, Seat Belt Required – Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115.

Jesse Wayne Schoenwetter, 35, Rochester, Minn.; 8/21/2016, Failure to Stop at Stop Signs or Stop Lines at Entrance to Thru Highway, Fine $50, Total Fees $140.

Conrado Sesma-Hernandez, 61, Las Vegas, Nev.; 8/15/2016, Speeding (68/55), Fine $50, Total Fees $140.

Rushford Police Department Kirsten Lee Mensing, 48, Lanesboro, Minn.; 5/27/2016, DWI – Operate Motor Vehicle – Alcohol Concentration 0.08 Within Two Hours, Fine $3,000 (stay $2,100 until 10/24/2018), Total Fees $1,020. Local Confinement – 365 days (stay 335 days for two years). Defendant to execute 48 hours jail with 28 days to be served on EAM/ EHM. If Defendant successfully signs up for the Interlock Program by noon, December 2, and completes the Interlock Program, the defendant does not need to serve the 48 hours jail with 28 days to be served on EAM/EHM. If the Defendant does not successfully sign up for the Interlock Program, she will need to execute the 48 hours jail with 28 days to be served on EAM/EHM, starting at 4:00 p.m. on December 2. Supervised probation for two years – Conditions (10/24/2016): Sign Probation Agreement, Contact with probation, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Sign all releases of information, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Chemical dependency evaluation/treatment within 30 days, Follow recommendations of evaluation, No alcohol/ controlled substance use, No possession of alcohol or drugs, Defendant may possess alcohol for work purposes, Submit to Chemical Testing, Submit to Random Searches, Do not enter bars or liquor stores, No driver’s license violations, No driving without insurance, Comply with Ignition Interlock Program.

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By Sgt. Troy Christianson Minnesota State Patrol Question: What is the difference between careless or reckless driving? What about “exhibition driving”?

Answer: In general, the difference between reckless and careless is that “reckless” is generally “intentional” or the driver Troy H. “ s h o u l d Christianson know” that the driving behavior could injure or kill someone.

Here’s more detail on how they differ: • Reckless driving - This involves a motorist who’s aware of and disregards the risk that their driving behavior may result in harm to another or another’s property. That’s considered misdemeanor reckless driving, and if the behavior results in great bodily harm or death to another person, it’s then gross misdemeanor reckless driving.

A driver shall not race any vehicle on any street or highway.

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The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. pares or contests relative speeds is guilty of racing, which constitutes reckless driving. It doesn’t matter whether or not the speed is over the speed limit.

• Careless driving – This involves a motorist who carelessly or heedlessly operates or halts any vehicle upon any street or highway that disregards the rights of others, or endangers or is likely to endanger any property or any person. This includes endangering themselves or their passengers.

This is considered misdemeanor careless driving.

• Exhibition driving - Minnesota does not have an “exhibition driving” law. “Exhibition driving” is usually listed as an ordinance within cities, counties, townships, etc. In general, the difference between state law and an ordinance is that a state law is passed by your state government and is effective state wide. Ordinances are “laws” passed by the local government — city council, county commissioners, etc. — and only in effect within that border.

I’ve usually seen most “exhibition driving” ordinances state: “Unreasonable acceleration of a motor vehicle or acceleration without apparent reason and accomplished in such a manner as to cause squealing or screech-

ing sounds by the tires, or the throwing of sand or gravel by the tires of the said vehicle, or both.”

These do not apply to an emergency vehicle responding to call or when in pursuit of an actual or suspected violator. They also don’t apply to any raceway, racing facility, or other public event sanctioned by the appropriate governmental authority.

You can avoid a ticket — and a crash — if you simply buckle up, drive at safe speeds, pay attention and always drive sober. Help us drive Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths.

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Monday, November 14, 2016

PUBLIC NOTICES

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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: August 17, 2007 MORTGAGOR: Michael P Zeller, a single person.

MORTGAGEE: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A..

DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded August 23, 2007 Fillmore County Recorder, Document No. 360399, as corrected by Corrective Mortgage recorded July 14, 2008 as document no.

365970.

ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Minnesota Housing Finance Agency. Dated August 17, 2007 Recorded August 23, 2007, as Document No. 360400.

TRANSACTION AGENT: NONE TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: NONE LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: U.S. Bank National Association MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 211 Minnesota Street S, Ostrander, MN 55961 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 34.0010.000 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Outlot 6 in the NW ¼ NW ¼ of Section 29, Township 102, Range 13 in the city of Ostrander, Fillmore County, Minnesota; and also described as: That part of the NW ¼ NW ¼ of Section 29, Township 102, Range 13 in the City of Ostrander, Fillmore County, Minnesota, described as follows: Commencing at a point 60 feet East of the Southeast corner of Block 6 in the Original Plat of the Village or Town of Ostrander, Minnesota, Thence North a distance of 50 feet, thence East a distance of 140 feet, thence South a distance of 50 feet, thence West a distance of 140 feet to the point of beginning. Subject to easements, covenants, restrictions and right-of-way of record, if any.

COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Fillmore ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $33,900.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $30,793.20 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: November 17, 2016 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Fillmore County Courthouse, Main Lobby, Preston, 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 owneroccupied, 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 May 17, 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 REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: September 20, 2016 Minnesota Housing Finance Agency 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 135 - 16-006028 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Publish 3,10,17,24,31,7

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: December 29, 2016 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Fillmore County Courthouse, Main Lobby, Preston, 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 owneroccupied, 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 June 29, 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 REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: October 21, 2016 U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee

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: August 24, 2004 MORTGAGOR: Chad W. Pruter and Michele L. Pruter, husband and wife.

MORTGAGEE: Argent Mortgage Company, LLC. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded September 7, 2004 Fillmore County Recorder, Document No. 341763.

ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Ameriquest Mortgage Company. Dated August 30, 2004 Recorded June 6, 2012, as Document No. 389160. And thereafter assigned to: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. Dated August 30, 2004 Recorded May 1, 2006, as Document No. 352459. And thereafter assigned to: U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee, successor in interest to Bank of America, National Association as Trustee, as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for Certificateholders of Bear Stearns Asset Backed Securities I LLC Asset Backed Certificates, Series 2004-HE11. Dated November 20, 2013 Recorded November 22, 2013, as Document No. 397105.

TRANSACTION AGENT: NONE TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: NONE LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Argent Mortgage Company, LLC RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: Select Portfolio Servicing, Inc. MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1112 South Broadway Avenue, Spring Valley, MN 55975 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 36.0168.050 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Commencing at a point 28 rods West and 3 rods and 21 links North of the Southeast corner of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter in Section 33, Township 103 North, Range 13 West, thence West 181.5 feet, thence North 99 feet, thence East 181.5 feet; thence South 99 feet to place of beginning, Fillmore County, Minnesota.

COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Fillmore ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $153,000.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $227,052.46 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

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USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 38 - 16-006906 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Publish 7,14,21,28,5,12

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

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PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

state of minnesota county of fillmore district court probate division Court File No.: 23PR16453 In Re: Estate of Anna Cook, formerly known as Anna Riha, Decedent. notice of informal appointment of personal representative and notice to creditors Notice is given that an Application for Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar.

The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Catherine Peterson, whose address is 312 E. Prairie Ave, Mabel, Minnesota 55954, 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 the 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 Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. /s/ James D. Attwood Registrar /s/ James D. Attwood Court Administrator Richard A. Nethercut (MN# 130072) Nethercut Schieber Attorneys PLLP 32 Main Avenue North Harmony, MN 55939 Attorney for Personal Representative Publish 14,21

meeting notice There will be a meeting of the FillmoreHouston Joint Board of Health on Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at the Mabel Community Center, 201 Main St S, Mabel, MN. The meeting will begin at 1:00 p.m.

Publish 7,14

notice of time change fountain township The Fountain Township Board will hold their regular monthly meetings on the first Thursday of each month at the Fountain Fire Hall. Meetings for the months of December 2016 through March 2017 will begin at 7:00 p.m.

Dan Graskamp Fountain Township Clerk Publish 14

STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT LA CROSSE COUNTY Small Claims Publication Summons and Notice Case No. 16SC1965 Plaintiff: Marine Credit Union 127 West Ave North La Crosse, WI 54601 -vsDenise Schmidt 25482 County 12 Preston,MN 55965 Publication Summons And Notice Of Filing TO THE PERSON NAMED ABOVE AS DEFENDANT: You are being sued by the person named above as Plaintiff. A copy of the claim has been sent to you at your address as stated in the caption above.

The lawsuit will be heard in the following Small Claims Court: La Crosse County Courthouse Telephone number for the Clerk Of Courts: 608-785-9590 Courtroom: INTAKE Address: 333 Vine Street La Crosse, WI 54601 On the following date and time: 12/02/2016 at 9:00 a.m.

If you do not attend the hearing, the court may enter a judgment against you, or in favor of the person suing you.

A judgment may enforce as provided by law. A judgment may be awarding money, may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property.

You may have the option to Answer Without appearing in court on the court date by filing a written Answer with the clerk of court before the court date. You may send a copy of your Answer to the Plaintiff named above at their address.

You may contact the Clerk of Courts at the telephone number above to determine if there are other methods to answer a Small Claims complaint in that county.

If you need help in the is matter because of disability, please call: 608785-9590.

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SUMMARY OF MINUTES NOVEMBER 1, 2016 The Fillmore County Board met in special session at the Courthouse in the City of Preston. All members were present. Also present were the Coordinator/Clerk, and other department heads and staff, citizens, and two members of the press.

The following resolutions were adopted by the Board: RESOLUTION 2016:059: Final payment to Zenke, Inc., in the sum of $26,375.54 for SAP 23-625-014, CSAH 25, City of Peterson RESOLUTION 2016-060: Authorizing a quit claim deed from Fillmore County to Jane Gehrking to correct legal description The Board approved the following agenda items: • the amended agenda.

• the following Consent Agenda: 1. October 25, 2016 County Board minutes.

2. Completion of probation for Kelli Jo Dornink, Social Worker.

• resignation of Barbara Kerns, Eligibility Worker.

• hire of Jason Wetzel as replacement Eligibility Worker.

• rescind motion that authorized advertisement for Solid Waste Director.

• new structure of Solid Waste Department with two Transfer Station Attendants and Building Maintenance Supervisor serving as Department Head.

• post internally for Transfer Station Attendant.

• apply for WIC remodel grant dollars.

• rescinded motion, due to lack of information for comparisons, from October 25th meeting as follows: On motion by Root and seconded by Bakke, the Board unanimously approved the contract with Waste Management for waste and recycling services as recommended by the Solid Waste Committee. The contract is to be done by Attorney Corson and would like the contract to go before the Board and to be completely implemented by the end of the year.

• contract with Harter’s Quick Clean Up as needed for staffing at Resource Recovery Center.

• access permit for William A. Schmidt, Section 22, Sumner Township, to widen existing driveway.

• purchase of add-on feature for compactor that allows a more efficient process for compacting.

The following Commissioners’ warrants were approved: REVENUE FUND Vendor Name, Description

Amount 1Source, supplies $1,159.60 Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, gun permits $675.00 Continental Research Corp., supplies

$1,183.51 Fillmore County Treasurer-credit card/ACH, mail machine $2,500.00 Tuohy Construction, services

$20,399.54 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $25,917.65 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (27 bills - not listed) $2,529.51 TOTAL REVENUE FUND $28,447.16 ROAD & BRIDGE FUND Vendor Name, Description

Amount Erickson Engineering Co., services

$2,650.00 Milestone Materials, Inc., rock $962.60 MN Pipe & Equipment, culverts $792.60 Newman Signs, posts $2,345.84 Ronco Engineering Co., Inc., parts

$2,087.51 Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc., services

$8,410.50 State of MN, services $2,007.20 Titan Machinery, parts

$951.04 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) $20,207.29 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (8 bills - not listed) $1,583.15 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND $21,790.44 SANITATION FUND Vendor Name, Description

Amount TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS OVER $500 (None) $0.00 TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (1 bill - not listed) $60.00 TOTAL SANITATION FUND $60.00 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA) Vendor Name, Description

Amount TOTAL EDA FUND BILLS OVER $500 ( None) $0.00 TOTAL EDA FUND BILLS UNDER $500 ( 3 bills - not listed) $68.04 TOTAL EDA FUND $68.04 The above represents a summary of the County Board actions on the listed date. Official County Board minutes are on file in the Fillmore County Courthouse and are available for review during regular business hours. County Board meetings are usually scheduled for Tuesday mornings at 9:00 in the Commissioners’ Room in the Courthouse. Questions regarding the minutes or upcoming meetings can be directed to Bobbie Vickerman, Coordinator/Clerk of the County Board at 507/765-4566.

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104 Robert St OSTRANDER

Turn of the century home Half-acre lot with 3 Backs up to woods! with charming original car heated garage & Charming 3 bdrm, 3 woodwork, updated workshop! 3 bedroom windows, siding, & roof. bath. Spacious main home with spacious 20 x 25 patio, covered master bedroom. floor, partially finished front porch and nice Large lot with mature corner lot. 26 x 32 det heated garage trees, private patio, & deck. Short walk to with water makes for a great work space. basement with walk-out. 1 car tuck-under. park & golf course. $97,500 $142,500. $94,900

9 TWIFORD ST CHATFIELD

Updated 1 1/2 story • Main floor master bedroom • Main floor laundry • 2 bedrooms • d/o • Newer roof • Newer furnace • Covered porch • Vinyl siding • Overlooks park • Close to trail and trout stream

$299,900

160 4th St NE, HARMONY

300 Washington St NW, Preston 418 Preston St. NW, PRESTON

$108,500

Location! Location! Location!

1.36 acres next to State Bike Trail • Dead end road • Large open kitchen and dining • Main floor laundry • Main floor master • Formal dining room • Living room • Covered patio • 2+ garage • Storage shed • New windows • New septic • New furnace • Updated electrical • Dual heat with LP and wood burner combo

25 Center St. W, Harmony, MN 55939 www.SEMNrealestate.com Each Office Independently Owned & Operated

Updated 4 bedroom, 2 bath ranch home w/ 2 car attached heated garage on dead end street. Remodeled kitchen open to addition w/ fireplace. Basement offers rec area. Private deck & patio. $129,900

Craftsman style home with original details. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home.

Updated kitchen & bath. 2 car attached garage. $85,000

22881 OAK HILL DRIVE SPRING VALLEY • $199,000

Unique log home nestled away in the woods. 3 bdrm, 2 bath home with new mound septic system. You’ll enjoy the peaceful surroundings, beautiful yard and landscaping and the abundance of wildlife. The loft area is home to the master bedroom w/attached bath.

The lower level is unfinished and ready for expansion.

Updated eat-in kitchen with newer stainless steel appliances. Located in desirable “country” setting.

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304 N Third St CANTON

Move-in ready home with new kitchen, updated baths, & generous rooms to enjoy! New windows, siding, shingles & decking. Extra deep 24 x 32 garage. The yard is deep and location is super. This turnkey home is waiting for you! $95,000

Sunday, November 20 9:00-10:30am

$184,500

SOLD!

Minnesota

Roxanne Johnson, Broker, ABR, CRS, GRI RoxanneJohnson@remax.net Cell: 507-458-6110

OPEN HOUSE

400 MAIN ST. SW PRESTON • $52,900

Chatfield Office Rochester Office 116 N. Main St. 4123 26th St. NW

SERVING SE

Commercial building

Location, location, location • Completely renovated • High traffic area • Unlimited possibilities • New plumbing, heating, windows, bathrooms, flooring, wood floors • Finished on both levels • Previous uses were art gallery and grocery store

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Results

3 bedrooms • large fenced yard • newer windows • living large open kitchen w/ dining • wood floors • main floor room • dining room • covered patio quiet street laundry • enclosed porch • patio • deck • 2 car garage •

$199,000

Enjoy the holiday season and be thankful for all your

New Office

(West Chatfield) • Wooded 4.51 acres • Quiet setting Commercial building beautiful scenery • Opening living and family room • Old bank building • 3 vaults still available • Multiple Office Large remodeled master bedroom • Remodeled bath • Large kitchen and dining • Patio • 2 car garage • Space • Unlimited potential for investment • 3 rentals on 2nd levels • Enclosed porch area Maintenance free siding • Price includes new septic NEW

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200 N. HURON AVE SPRING VALLEY, MN • $139,900

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715 North Broadway (Home Federal Bldg.), Spring Valley, MN Email - brenda@brendasheldon.com www.brendasheldon.com 208 W. GRANT ST. SPRING VALLEY • $145,000

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4.10 Acres just south of Ostrander on County Road 1. Per Fillmore County Zoning, this is a buildable site. An access road will need to be applied for with the County. Priced to sell!!!

Commercial building renovated in 1998.

High ceilings, hardwood & tile flooring.

Could be divided with 2 separate entrances. The property is set up for a commerical kitchen, 2 bathrooms, office, and basement storage. $149,900

26284 Jack Pine Rd, PRESTON 3A

S CRE

SOLD

Expansive views to enjoy!

Pending

4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home. Hardwood floors and 18’ vault. LL walk out basement with family room & wine cellar. 2.25 acre lot with private walking trail. 2 car detached garage. $178,900

XXXXX Faith Trail, LANESBORO

Nolan Valley Lot

Move to the country & build!

Buildable 2.83 Acre Lot River & bluff view! Septic, electric, Zoned rural residential ag - bring your animals. Build a cabin or your dream and water ready for your dream home & relax on the banks of Wisel home! Easy access to Root River Creek. 6.37 acres

Trail.

160 4th Ave SE, HARMONY

Pending

245 1st Ave SW, HARMONY

Pending

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME

Subdivision with country views and city utilities at an affordable price. No building permit fees or connection fees in 2016! Harmony is a super place to live, offering the quality lifestyle of a small town with a thriving business district, clinic and healthcare facilities.

Get $5,000+ cash back/EDA incentive.

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FOR SALE

EMPLOYMENT

BILL’S GUN SHOP. Buy, sell, trade, and repair. We are your local MUCK BOOT dealer. Hours: 7pm-10pm M-F, Saturday 8am-5pm, Sunday by appointment. 1 1/4 miles south of Carimona, 19708 Kava Rd, Preston. 507-765-2762 s10eow- o

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, November 14, 2016

EMPLOYMENT

GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SERVICES

Has current openings for experienced, mature, and caring individuals

Nurse • Full-Time Cook Dietary Aide • Evening Shift

FOR SALE: Electric fold up steps - fits Ford F150 supercab 2009-2014. Used about 1 year, good condition, price $850.00. New, installed $1700.00. Soft tonna cover. Fits Ford F150 6 1/2 foot box, good condition, price $200.00. 1 step of regular new steps from 2016 Ford truck. $250 price. Text me at 507-2613091. s14-x

• Convenient and close to home and school • Quality and caring staff, loving residents, rewarding work • Child care on-site with employee discount • Flexible scheduling, shift differential, no mandatory over-time or shift rotation • Wages based on education and experience • On-site Fitness Center

CENTRAL BOILER certified Classic Edge OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE. The perfect combination of performance and value. Call Today! Theobald Heating Solutions 507-533-4523. s14,21,28-o

Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider

For more information contact Business Office at GSLS, PO Box 747, Rushford, MN or call 507-864-7714. Or visit our website at www.goodshep-rushford.org to fill out an application.

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

Southern Minnesota Education Consortium is looking for a MS/HS paraprofessional to assist middle school and high school students in an alternative learning setting in Wykoff. Para will be assisting the ALC teacher in providing specialized learning to students in an alternative learning environment. Must be able to pass the ParaPro test and have a valid driver’s license. Competitive salary and benefits available. Please send a letter of interest, resume and references to tlewison@ smec.k12.mn.us h7,14,21-o

SPRING VALLEY LIVING is currently seeking Universal Wokers to help with daily activities in our Senior Apartments.

Duties may include housekeeping, meal service, activities and some personal cares.

Full-time overnights and part-time days available. Apply online at www.springvalleyliving.org/careers. EOE. h14-o

SPRING VALLEY LIVING has an opening for a full-time housekeeping/laundry aide. Experience preferred but not necessary, we will train the right candidate.

Apply online at www.springvalleyliving.org/careers or call 507-346-1247 for more information. EOE. h14-o

Part-time evening milking help needed. Parlor Freestall barn with 120 cows.

Mostly evenings. Some weekend mornings. 4 to 5 hour shifts. 6 miles SW of Preston. Contact Dave at 507-421-1128. h7,14,21-o

Help Wanted: Threads Custom Apparel in Chatfield is looking for a motivated and reliable person to work 20-25 hrs Tuesday - Friday and the occasional Saturday. The position includes but not limited to all aspects of customer service and general operation with an emphasis on embroidery management.

Embroidery experience a plus but not required. Entails moderate physical labor.

Please call 507-867-0111 with serious interest or stop into the store and ask for Lisa. h14,21-o

FREELANCE WRITER The Fillmore County Journal is looking for a freelance writer to write and cover Chatfield School Board meetings.We are looking for someone with good writing skills and an interest in people.

Please send a letter of interest and writing sample to Editor, Fillmore County Journal, P.O. Box 496, Preston, MN 55965 or e-mail to jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com or call for more information 507-251-5297.

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Hours will vary, mornings and afternoons.

Responsible for dining room preparation & meal service.

Also bussing tables & washing tables.

- Paid training - Flexible scheduling - Great for High School Students

Contact Samantha or stop by for an application.

125 5th Ave SE, Spring Grove MN 55974

GUNDERSEN HARMONY CARE CENTER

REAL ESTATE

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REAL ESTATE PEACEFUL COUNTRY SETTING

• 28’ X 60’ Block building with alley access • Concrete floor • 2 Overhead doors • Loading dock door • Service door • Great storage space or shop area • Wired • Room for 6 cars • Includes land and building

$107,500 468 PLEASANT ST SW, CHATFIELD #4073435

• 2 Bedroom • 1960 • Walkout • Garage • 0.35 acre • Metal roof • Hardwood floors • Steel siding • Patio • New furnace, Water heater & Septic system • Remodeled bath • Replacement windows • Shared well NEW CONSTRUCTION!

MAIN FLOOR LIVING –ONE OWNER

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

209 MAIN ST SOUTH, CHATFIELD

• Commercial building with great visibility in #4073199 downtown Chatfield

NEW LISTING space • Large display window • 4,706 sq. ft. ideal for retail/office • Renovated handicap bathroom • New commercial grade carpet • Tons of storage in full basement with concrete floor • Second level offers 2-1 bedroom remodeled apartments

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL QUEEN ANNE

SOLD • 5 Bedrooms (3 main) LD• 2 Baths • 2 SO 12405 COUNTY 15, HARMONY • 3 Bedrooms • 2,800 sq. ft. • LD SO• 3 Baths 31279 326TH STREET, CHATFIELD SOLD 708 WINONA ST SE, CHATFIELD SOLD 45 LIBRARY LANE SW, CHATFIELD SOLD 435 RIVER ST SW, CHATFIELD

• 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2 Car garage • 1953

• 4 Bedrooms on one level • 1.5 Bath •

• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2 Car Garage

NEW LISTING $154,900 416 BENNETT ST NE, CHATFIELD #4075544

• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2,338 sq. ft. • 0.31 acre • Large 2 car garage (704 sq. ft.) with storage below • Steel siding • Patio • Newer furnace & central air • Deck • Walkout lower level • Next to High School • Just add your finishing touches to make it your own AFFORDABLE ACREAGE ON BLACKTOP 2.5 ACRES

NEW PRICE

204 DIVISION ST NE, CHATFIELD

$159,900 #4074414

• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2,420 sq. ft. • New flooring • Hardwood floors • Radon mitigation system • Deck • Updated windows & electrical service • Steel siding • Main floor Laundry room & bathroom remodel • LL family room/den • 1 Car garage with room to add 2nd stall

428 HILLSIDE DR SE, CHATFIELD

NEW LISTING

21179 US 52, PRESTON

$249,900 #4073229

• 3 Bedrooms on Main • 2 Baths • 3 Car garage • 0.42 acre • Open floor plan • Paneled doors • Large foyer • 2,656 sq. ft.

• Custom cabinets • Granite tops • Island • Hardwood floors • Master suite w/walk-in closet • Tray ceiling • Large foyer • Vaulted ceiling • Expand in the lower level • Great location CUTE DOLL HOUSE WITH IMPROVEMENTS

PRIVATE HOBBY FARM

224 BURR OAK AVE NE, CHATFIELD • 2 Bedrooms plus den for 3rd • 2 Car

EXCELLENT LOCATION!

$129,900

homes@timdanielson.com

For more information contact: Shelly Dolley at 507-886-6544 ext: 73375

Contact: Karen Miller, DoN 507.498.3211 Ext. 73427

$34,900 219 ALLEY FILLMORE ST SE, CHATFIELD #4074052

ELCOR Realty Co.

P/T DIETARY COOK

(507) 493-5436

1964 COMMERCIAL WAREHOUSE

www.timdanielson.com 272 Main St. North Chatfield MN 55923 Ph: 867-9100

WORK EVERY 3RD WEEKEND AND EVERY OTHER HOLIDAY

Green Lea Senior Living E.O.E.

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 Inquire about Benefits  New Wage Scale  New Shift/Weekend Differential

115 N. Lyndale Ave., Mabel, MN 55954

1-800-599-0481 in 507 area code

TIM DANIELSON

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COME JOIN OUR TEAM!

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Qualifications: BA, BS Degree, 3-5 yrs HR Generalist experience 125 5th Ave SE, Spring Grove MN 55974

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Looking for experienced truck driver. Local grain hauls/farm laborer. Also full-time driving position, 5 days a week.

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Wood pallets. All sizes and wood colors. $5 each. Call 507-251-5297. s23tfn-x Trailer Close-Out Sale! 2017 H&H 7’X16’ V-nose Rampdoor $4,169.00; 2017 H&H 6’X12’ V-nose Rampdoor $2,750.00; $600.00 off 14,000# 2017 H&H Skidloader trailers; 12 dump trailers 8’ to 16’ in-stock. 100’s of Trailer PARTS & repairs. Tires, wheels, brakes, bearings, seals, Jacks, fenders, lights, hitches AND MUCH MORE! 515-9724554 www.FortDodgeTrailerWorld.com (MCN)

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122 BURR OAK AVE NE, CHATFIELD

$310,000 #4072386

• 4 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 5,388 sq. ft. • 3 Car garage • Original woodwork • Elaborate craftsmanship • 10’ ceilings • Double staircases • Pocket doors • Ash/Maple/Oak floors • Remodeled kitchen with granite tops & butler pantry • Finished walk up attic • Large corner lot • 2 Covered porches • “Milo White House” (Hazelwood) on the National Register GREAT STARTER HOME!

10 ACRES

$296,900

#4075433

• 5 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 2 Car garage w/ attic storage • 2 Fireplaces • Main floor master suite • New carpet • 3,924 sq. ft. • Walkout • 2 Decks • Patio • Covered porch • Outdoor wood boiler • Pole Shed • Barn • Hay shed • Hog building • 4 acres pasture/yard w/balance woods

235 5TH AVE SE, HARMONY

$106,900

#4074674

205 HUDSON AVE, CANTON

$59,900

#4074887

• 3 Bedrooms (2nd floor) • 1 ¼ baths • 1,994 sq. ft.

• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths, • 2 Car garage off alley • Main floor laundry • Remodeled bath • Main floor laundry • New roof • Covered deck • Enclosed porch • Updated electric service • Updated kitchen with breakfast bar & backsplash • Spacious rooms • Appliances • Quiet street • Finished lower level family room with bar area • Level lot (0.21 acres) • Move-in condition

For more information on these listings and others visit ...…..

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26026 COUNTY 1, SPRING VALLEY

$124,900 #4075046

• 1 Bedroom • 2 Car garage • Shed (16’x24’) • Remodeled kitchen with cherry cabinetry • Vinyl Siding • Replacement windows • Deck • Built in 1949 • Private setting • Shared well

LOTS & ACREAGES FOR SALE CHATFIELD – Commercial lot offering 0.85 acres, city utilities, level, 311 feet of Hwy 30 frontage, ready to build & only couple blocks off Hwy 52. #4062958 $89,900 CHATFIELD – New Listing - NEW - 5 acres tucked in the valley with 429 feet of Root River frontage including an old farm house (gutted) to remodel for your permanent home or cabin. Small pasture for the animals, nice views & short drive to town. #4075434 $115,000.

LANESBORO – New rural subdivision with acreage lots located next to bike trail with Root River frontage and trout stream access. Shared well & 46 acres of common area.

Call for details! $99,900 $87,900 $74,900 LANESBORO – New Listing - 2 rural acreage subdivision lots (3.77 acre & 5.76 acre) Call for details! $69,900/each EYOTA – New Listing - 0.24 acre lot in established neighborhood with city utilities backing up to City Park. #4075127 $21,500 FOUNTAIN – Large level lot (132’ x 300’) on the corner of a dead end street in an established neighborhood. $19,900 $16,900

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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, November 14, 2016

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

FOR RENT

SPRING VALLEY LIVING is hiring full-time and part-time RNs, LPNs and CNAs. Flexible scheduling available!

Competitive wages and pay differentials offered. Visit our webpage www. springvalleyliving.org/careers to apply or contact Human Resources 507-346-1247 for more information! EOE. h14-o

MAKE $1,000 WEEKLY! Paid in advance!

Mailing Brochures at Home! Easy pleasant work. Begin Immediately! Age unimportant! www.homemoney77.com (MCN)

Need to store snowmobiles, a classic car, or a boat? Space is available for rent in a building located in Preston.

Call 507-251-5297. r28tfn- x

GUNDERSEN HARMONY CARE CENTER INFECTION CONTROL/QUALITY ASSURANCE/STAFF EDUCATOR NURSE â&#x20AC;˘ MUST BE AN RN â&#x20AC;˘ 32 HOURS/WEEK

Contact Michelle Borreson 507-886-6544 ext. 73431

GUNDERSEN HARMONY CARE CENTER 815 Main Ave. S. Harmony, MN 55939 MABEL Green Lea senior living is Looking for Special people Who Want to Make a Difference

Part-time and Full-time

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shifts available

$1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS

BONUS-PAY ON WEEKENDS and SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL. "Applicants will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital status, sexual orientation and status with regard to public assistance, military/veterans status, or any other legally protected characteristic."

Green Lea Senior Living Nursing Home Contact Tanya or Joyce

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120 COW FREESTALL-PARLOR dairy is seeking a herdsperson/milker. Position is 7/10 to full-time depending on skill level. Some experience or dairy production degree desired. 6 miles SW of Preston. Contact Dave at 507-421-1128. h14,21,28-o

OFFICE SPACE with conference room for rent in historic downtown Preston, MN, with enough room for 6 to 8 employees. Cost $385/month, includes standard utilities. Common area break room and bathroom facilities. Call 507-251-5297. r30tfn-x FOR RENT-PRESTON. 2 bedroom apt.

Stove, refrigerator, AC, laundry hookups, off-street parking. No smoking. No pets. Reference required. 507-467-2941. r17tfn-o FOR RENT. Newer 2-3 bedroom home in Rushford with garage. No smoking.

No pets. References required. 507-4592970. r14,21-x

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MABEL Green Lea senior living is Looking for Special people Who Want to Make a Difference

Part-time and Full-time RN $3,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

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HALCON (main lobby) 345 Rochester Medical Drive Stewartville, MN 55976 For more information contact:

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ONLINE AUCTIONS Wed., Nov. 9 to Wed., Nov. 16- Selling approximately 350 toys online only. For more information, call Gehling Auction Company, 507765-2131. Listing in the Journal Sun., November 20, starts ending at 5:30pm Bev Richard estate items, household, log splitter, snowblower, antiques, collectbiles, and much more! For more info call Darr Auctions & Realty or visit www.darruactions.com. Listing in the Journal

AUTOS services Celebrating 20 years in the ICF Industry Complete sales and education available of 42518 State Hwy 44 â&#x20AC;˘ Mabel, MN 55954 multiple ICF Forms and Phone (507) 493-5888 â&#x20AC;˘ Fax (507) 493-3888 all related accessories Email tristateicf@gmail.com including ICF Bracing Website www.tristateicf.com sales and rental.

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