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DNR schedules special Longtime Preston restaurant announces it’s closing its doors late season deer hunts By K aren R eisner
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In an effort to control the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in the core area, the DNR has scheduled special late season hunts for December 21-23 and December 28-30. These hunts will be in permit areas 603, 347, and 348 plus portions of deer permit areas 343 and 345 that are south of Interstate 90. The focus will be on the primary core area between Preston and Lanesboro, also including Forestville State Park and Bucksnort areas. All deer must be CWD tested. A deer can not be removed from the hunt boundary until a notdetected result is received. Test results will be received in three to five days. Check your test Steve Bahl stands at the grill in the Branding Iron, where he is nearing the end after 47 years of work, and closing the iconic restaurant. Photo by Hannah Wingert By H annah Wingert hannah@fillmorecountyjournal.com
bought out Merritt and Wand and became the sole owners. Bahl and his wife Allyson have four children, all grown and moved away now, who worked at the Branding Iron when they were in high school. In addition, Allyson has always helped out whenever needed at the restaurant as well as working for Mayo Clinic in Rochester. Bahl has enjoyed being able to spend time with his family throughout his ownership of the Branding Iron, but both he and Allyson feel that it’s time for something new and a change of pace after 47 years there. They listed the Branding Iron for sale two years ago and although they’ve had some See BRANDING IRON Page 12
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Chatfield School Board member recognized for service By M ary L. A llen mary@fillmorecountyjournal.com
After the pledge, a group of sixth grade boys made a presentation to the board about a project that they are involved in. The boys, Keagan Patten, Westin Nolte, Aiden Johnsrud, and Reggie Allen, are going to hold a 3 on 3 basketball competition that will benefit two children in our area who are undergoing treatment for cancer. This will be held in March. More information will be forthcoming in the next few months. The majority of the board meeting was spent listening to reports by Superintendent
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Harris for Truth and Taxation and the World’s Best Work Force Report (WBWF). Harris explained that there is a required annual hearing as one of the steps to tax levy for the new budget. The proposed tax levy for 2019 has gone up about 3.06% due to inflation and that the total proposed school tax levy for next year is $2,995,390.85. The board later approved this under new business. Under the WBWF report, elementary principal Shane McBroom stated that Chatfield kindergartners are at an advantage in that 95% of them had attended a preschool program. See CHATFIELD Page 13
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“I hope that sparks someone to purchase it,” Branding Iron owner Steve Bahl said about his recent decision to announce a closing date for his restaurant. Bahl has owned the Branding Iron since 1989, and while he has enjoyed his time at the restaurant, he and his wife Allyson are ready for a change. The Branding Iron was built in 1970 by a group of businessmen who made up the Preston Development Corporation. They felt that Preston needed a supper club type restaurant as it didn’t have one at the time. A few years later, Harlowe Ibach and David Joerg purchased the Branding
Iron and from there changed hands several more times. Steve Bahl’s family moved to Preston in 1969 when he was 13 years old. When he was 15, he began working at the Branding Iron bussing tables. After graduating high school, he was offered the chance to start cooking in the kitchen and a few years later, was promoted to head cook. “I always thought that if I ever had the chance to buy this, I would be interested,” Bahl said. After working at the Branding Iron for 18 years, he finally got his chance in 1989 when the restaurant was put up for sale. He purchased the Branding Iron with silent partners Mike Merritt, Jeff Wand, and his dad, Richard Bahl. Just a few years ago, Bahl and his father
results on the DNR website at www.mndnr.gov/cwd. Residents and non-residents may participate; landowner permission is required on private land. There is no bag limit and the antler point restriction regulation is not in effect. An unlimited number of disease management permits can be purchased online or wherever DNR hunting licenses are sold. All harvested deer must be presented at a registration station within 24 hours of harvest or by 10 a.m. Monday following the hunt. Registration stations include Magnum Sports in Chatfield, Preston Forestry Office and Forestville State Park, Preston; and Pam’s Corner Convenience at intersection of Min-
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Monday, December 24, 2018
Kingsland approves tax levy By Rich Wicks Kingsland school held the annual Truth in Taxation public hearing on December 17, just prior to the regular board meeting. All members were present (Doug Plaehn, Ann Oeltjen, Leah Stier, Jackie Horsman, Tiffany Mundfrom, student representative Zachary Queensland, and Superintendent James Hecimovich). Approximately 40 citizens were in the audience. Doug Plaehn started by stating, “The old levy that your tax statement is based on won’t be the levy that is going to be presented tonight… What happened is, we’re working on the Indoor Air Quality project… We have to set our levy with the state back in September/October. We put in a number for that project; however, that financing is still in process.” Business Manager Amber Herbrand then gave background info about the levy process and guidelines. She explained, “Points to remember are that those revenue formulas are set by state legislature, except for voter-approved referendums. Local levy and
state aid mix are set by the state legislature. And, an increase in local taxes does not necessarily mean an increase in revenues for the school district.” Herbrand showed that the initial proposed Payable 2019 Levy was $3.2 million, but that the amount now being discussed is almost 40% lower, at $1.9 million. Regarding where the 2019 school taxes will be used, she said the largest share, 54%, would go to debt service, 42% would go to the General Fund (instructional programming, health and safety, etc), and 4% to Community Education Fund. A handful of citizens individually addressed the board to share their concerns with the tax burden as it impacts each of them. Some spoke of being on a fixed income. Others talked of the large increase in the levy compared the previous years. Steve Majors said, “When I opened up the preliminary levy statement, I was shocked. And obviously it looks like I’m not going to be as shocked,” but he still questioned the large increase. Regarding the factors that
caused the large increase, Superintendent Hecimovich responded, “It was a perfect storm, I’ll be the first to admit to you. When I look at the referendum market value, it jumped up $128 million, and we don’t control that.” Doug Plaehn said, “There’s nothing more complicated” than the funding for Minnesota schools, and he welcomes citizens to go the Minnesota Department of Education website to see for themselves. He added that the Indoor Air Quality project is moving forward, but that the 2019 school board will have to figure out the financing for that. The board voted to approve the $1.9 million levy as proposed. During the regular board meeting, the hiring of Eaen O’Byrne as evening custodian and girls JH basketball coach was approved, as a part of the consent agenda. Public thanks was given to donors, including Valley Lanes, Marilyn Erdman, State Farm Companies Foundation, volunteers at the Community Ed Youth Basketball program, Spring Valley Chevrolet, Target, and VFW Post 4114. Regarding enrollment trends, Steve Majors asked if Kingsland continues to do “exit interviews”
Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips! with students or families who are leaving Kingsland. Plaehn said Kingsland does continue to ask reasons for leaving when families choose to “open enroll out” but that most of the recent loss in enrollment has been families who are actually relocating away from the school district. Majors also advocated for “accountability” regarding the construction projects done by the district. He said when things don’t turn out well, it’s always up to the taxpayers to foot the bill. The board voted to renew
the varsity football coach contract with Brent Stinson for the 2019-2020 school year. Jackie Horsman voiced appreciation and a farewell to outgoing board members Doug Plaehn and Ann Oeltjen. The board’s next “work session” will be Monday, January 7 at 6:30 p.m. in the conference room. The next regular board meeting will be Wednesday, January 23 at 6:30 p.m. in the choir room. As always, the public is welcome. The newly elected board members will begin serving in January.
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On December 7th, 2018, Alyssa Rostad surpassed Kelly Jerviss' school scoring record for girls basketball of 1,258 points, a record that had stood since 2016. She scored her record-breaking point from the free throw line in the second half on her way to 25 total points in the contest against Wabasha-Kellogg. It's been a steady climb to the top over her playing career. During her junior year alone, she's passed some of Houston's best all-time girls scorers who have reached 1,000 career points, including Kristi Corey (1989), Grete Runningen (1998), Astri Runningen (2010). Not bad company to be associated with. Now, just five games into her senior year she was able to surpass the top two girls scoring leaders for the Hurricanes, Abbey Loken (2014), and former girls all-time leading scorer Kelly Jerrviss (2016), who ended her career with 1,258 points. Alyssa Rostad currently has 1,326 points with 21 regular season games left on the schedule. Rostad has not committed to any college, but has a short list of a few DIII schools where she plans on continuing her education and basketball playing career.
ECFE parents and students had fun on Monday night, December 18th building gingerbread houses and doing the Gingerbread Hokey Pokey.
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C ommentary Once upon a time By Yvonne Nyenhuis Recently I felt a secret joy as I watched snowflakes fall like feathers from the sky. Soon a white blanket covered the scene outside my window. Through the snow I saw the colored lights decorating our neighbors Yvonne homes, bringNyenhuis ing a message of cheer and good will. It was an invitation to celebrate and revisit the past. My favorite memories took place in Huntingdon Valley, Pa., in a three-story Victorian house set back from Second-street Pike. The walls were comprised of large grey stones and a veranda spanned the width of the front and sheltered the entrance. Inside was a hall and a stairway to the second floor. To the right was a living room facing north. On the left was another living room facing south. Both had fireplaces. Early Christmas morning my sisters and I would creep down the stairs. The early morning light was fused with the glow of colored tree lights. Both living rooms had spruce trees that reached from the floor to the ceiling and at their base, gifts were piled in abundance. We eagerly claimed our stockings which were bulging with goodies, and spilled the contents onto the floor. By this time our parents had joined in the fun. Dad set a fire in the fire place in the south living room, where we gathered for the opening of the Representation, and Dad read aloud from the Bible. My father fashioned a “stage” with strips of wood, raised on legs and about four feet in length. In November he would take a shopping basket from the shelf, grab a trowel, and invite my two older sisters and me to join him for a trek in
the woods. We would walk along the railroad tracks between Huntingdon Valley and Bryn Athyn, collecting moss, green plants, ferns and rocks that we found of interest. On Christmas Eve while my sisters and I slept, Dad would artfully create the scene for the Christmas story. On the left, stones were piled and covered with moss. A flock of sheep were arranged coming down the “hill.” To the right, a stable was roughly constructed. Here Mary, Joseph and a couple of shepherds, dolls about six inches in height and dressed in scraps of material from my mother’s sewing box, took their places around a cardboard manger lined with hay. A tiny doll was placed in the manger, illuminated by a small light. The back wall was covered by a pastel painting of the city of Jerusalem done by my oldest sister. The center of this area was recessed to allow room for a small doll dressed in white with wings, the angel with her own light. When we were settled around the room our father would pull back the paisley shawl that covered the Representation. In front of us was a table with the open “Word” (Bible) and a candle which we would light. I can still hear my father’s voice... “- and there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the fields, keeping watch over their sheep at night, when the Angel of the Lord appeared to them and said, ‘Fear not, for I bring you tidings of great joy which shall be for all people.’” Included in the story are the Three Wise Men from the East. Each year at this time we are reminded of the power of love. We see the bright lights shining through the darkness. revel in the music created by orchestras and choirs, enjoy great food (eat lots of cookies!) and share cherished moments with friends and family. May the spirit of Christmas be with you now and in the coming year!
Devil’s Advocate…Gilets Jaunes By Aaron Bishop Harmony, MN The Gilets Jaunes, or “Yellow Vest” demonstrations began in France on November 17 and were initially a protest of rising petroleum taxes. At about $6.30/gal already, this impending rise of $0.17/ Aaron Bishop gal was the straw that broke the camel’s back. My partner and I were in France for the first month of these citizen-led disruptions. From the news snippets I have seen, it appears as though France is nearing full anarchy. But of course, this was not the case, merely the impression one gets if they are only shown the most aggressive forms of disruption, notably the looting and rioting occurring along the famous Champs-Elysées Avenue. Suffice it to say, most of France experienced a far more calm and deliberate form of protest. What exactly did we experience of the protests? Amy and I first saw yellow vests displayed on the dash of cars, work trucks, even buses as we trekked our way around the southern interior and coast of France. We were told as we visited Marseille, France’s second largest city, to avoid a particular area in town due to protests. We later guessed it had something to do with the Gilets Jaunes. It wasn’t terribly difficult to avoid a single street. Then came the delays. Many delays. While staying in a small village we took a day trip, by bus (its own adventure), to the nearby city of Avignon. About 15 minutes from the city, we saw the beginning of what looked
like a barbeque at one of the roundabouts. By this time, we knew about the Yellow Vests and watched people milling around and talking to one another. Not much of a blockade, I thought. Everyone seemed quite cheery and people smiled and waved as we drove by. However, on our return trip from Avignon the unmistakable red glow of brake lights lay before us. The roundabout we’d passed by earlier was now blocked off by more than 50 people. It took 45 minutes to go about a mile. At the roundabout, we saw people walk up to every car that was passed through, say a few words, and sometimes carry on an entire conversation, before letting the car through, only to stop the next one. Police were present, but only to ensure the safety of everyone, not directing traffic nor trying to disband the protesters. The Yellow Vests had full control of the road so long as they remained peaceable, it seemed. Some of the drivers, including our bus driver, sounded their horns, although it was hard to tell if it was out of irritation or support. Then we were through, and that was that. We also witnessed a massive blockade in Carcassonne the following weekend (most of the protests were on Friday and Saturday). Immediately after we’d passed the Yellow Vests, a brigade of S.W.A.T.-like police vehicles swooped in. I’m not sure of the results. A week later, we were stuck on a train from Toulouse to Paris for our final departure from Europe. Luckily, we had allotted a couple of days in the City of Light. We were stalled on the tracks for three hours. Everyone seemed calm though. People got off the train, stretched. No one said much.
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The conductor came through to tell everyone (in French) what was happening and that he didn’t know when we’d get going again. Apparently, people in Limoges, the next city we were to pass through, took over the train station and had armed themselves with stones found along the tracks. We chatted with a local who explained that the police must have had orders to only play defense. It was a waiting game, and we had to wait. But we made a new friend, Remi, and he was delightful and helpful in translating. On our last day in France, we visited a few of the big sites in Paris: the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, and part of Champs-Elysées Avenue, where we saw the remains of a burned vehicle and several broken windows. But life seemed to be going on as usual for most Parisians. “The French like to protest,” said more than one of our Airbnb hosts. So they do. Cheers. Gas prices: https://www.globalpetrolprices.com/France/gasoline_ prices/
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C ommentary Among my biggest disappointments in politics By Lee Hamilton The other day, a friend asked what surprised me most about politics. This may seem strange, but I’d never really thought about the question. M y response was off-the-cuff but heartfelt. The biggest Lee H. surprise is Hamilton also among my biggest disappointments with American political life: the ongoing effort by politicians to suppress votes. Yes it’s gone on for years. And in some respects, limiting the vote has been a feature of American politics since the beginning, when only white men with property could cast ballots. But when I began in politics, I assumed those days were past us, and everyone was on board with the idea that the more people who vote, the better. Boy, was I naïve. The truth is, people work hard to prevent other people from voting. To be sure, some voters do it to themselves — they’re too busy, or they think their vote doesn’t matter, or they encounter long
lines and turn away. But there is also an active, ongoing effort to keep people — often minority or poor voters — from casting their ballots. How do politicians accomplish this? Here’s a short, and incomplete, list: • They require voter IDs — and then limit which IDs are valid (a gun permit is fine, for instance, but not a student ID); • They close polling places — usually (you guessed it) in poor and minority communities; • They limit the hours polls are open; • They conduct sweeping purges of voter rolls, often stripping voters of their ability to vote without their knowledge; • They restrict eligibility for absentee ballots; • They refuse to invest in the infrastructure that sustains voting, resulting in machines that break down and long lines that discourage potential voters. The people who oppose making it easier to vote often cite as their reason that they’re trying to prevent voter fraud. In other words, they’re defending the integrity of our democracy and of the ballot. But here’s the thing: there is occasional voter fraud, and yes,
it needs to be guarded against. But rampant voter fraud simply doesn’t exist in this country. Efforts to prove that it exists have failed. Let’s be blunt: there’s no tidal wave of illegal voting in the U.S. What does inarguably exist, though, is an epidemic of efforts to suppress the vote. Voting is a basic right of citizenship. It’s the foundation of a democracy — people’s ability to participate and engage with the issues facing their communities and their country. That ideal lies at the core of American values, and I’m always mindful of the fact that a lot of Americans gave their lives for that ideal. Moreover, excluding groups of voters encourages resentment, risking protests and potentially violence. I’ve always believed that you win power by convincing people that your ideas and proposals are right — or at least that you should be given the chance to prove that they’re right. Winning power by keeping people away from the polls is a perversion of what democracy is about. Our political institutions need to reflect the will of the people, and if you disenfranchise people, it means that our representative government doesn’t
reflect accurately the will of the people. Because voting laws are in the hands of the states, there are plenty of counter-examples — states that have worked to make voting easier, to expand hours, to allow same-day registration, and the like. There’s more to be done, especially making sure that the politicians who control elections aren’t themselves running for office, as happened notably in November’s elections in Georgia and Kansas. That is a conflict of interest of the most obvious sort. This struggle, between expanding the vote and trying to limit it, is ongoing. It’s not going to be resolved any time soon. I’m always distressed when I encounter efforts to suppress the vote. But I take heart from the fact that over the course of American history, the dominant trend has been to expand citizens’ access to the polls, and I hope that over the long term, we continue in that direction. Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar of the IU Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice, IU School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.
Fillmore County water controversy To the Editor, My thanks to Fillmore County neighbors for standing up and defending their right to clean water. Water is not forever. Water is finite, diminishing. I grew up on a Burt County, Nebr., farm (not all that far from the Ogalala aquifer) where we of the third and fourth generation, needing to dig a second well, held our breath as we plumbed so much deeper than anyone could have imagined necessary. Without a doubt, the recent breakdown in the Colorado River negotiations should be an alarm bell for us all, its deafening sound not that far away. It’s time for “we the MPCA” to take a much longer view, hitch our moral compass to that proverbial “North Star.” Hopefully, to guide ourselves – safely and in good health – home (and let’s pray it’s still there). Stick together, family and friends! A long way to go! Judith Monson St. Paul, Minn.
R-P Superintendent met with some pushback on hiring process suggestions
The Rushford-Peterson School Board discussed the superintendent hiring process at the December 17 board meeting. Pictured, left to right, are Superintendent Chuck Ehler, Administrative Assistant Laura Hahn, and Board Directors John Linder, Joyce Iverson, and John Pettit. Photo by Kirsten Zoellner By Kirsten Zoellner Preparations for the selection of a new Rushford-Peterson School District Superintendent continue. At the Monday, December 17 school board meeting, Superintendent Chuck Ehler provided a chart for the interview process which he said was based on feedback from the teachers and board members requesting a process of involving others in the interview process. Ehler’s suggestions for interviews narrowed the candidates to four and included a tim frame for a rotational interview process of four, one-hour sessions for the final candidates. Three of the sessions would be conducted by teacher, support staff,
and school board committees, respectively, and the fourth session would include a tour of the facility. The fifth and final hour would be for the committees to report back to the school board with a summary. “I realize that’s a lot of people,” acknowledged Ehler. “Technically comes down to 36 people conducting interviews, but it facilitates everybody getting an opportunity to experience, first hand, questions and concerns that they might have in their particular areas.” Board Director Bonnie Prinsen was the first to pose some concern for Ehler’s suggestions. “I have a lot of concerns with this. As we’re try-
ing to move forward with this process, and our deadline is less than a month away, we already talked about this at our November 5 meeting. The board decided against it and talked about having one interview. I thought it was pretty clear.” “Also, when we set up the timeline, we set up two full days for interviews, Thursday and Friday. The board committed to being available those two days, several of us talked about taking time off work; so my biggest question is, and I don’t think it’s moving us forward, is why are we making decisions that we’ve already discussed?” asked Prinsen. “I appreciate what you’re saying and yes. But, prior to your decision making, and I’m not trying to undermine that,” responded Ehler. “I’m completely understanding of where you’re coming from, but at the same time, I’m sensitive to allowing other entities to be involved in the process and to feel like they have some ownership in who they’re choosing as their school leader.” “We have all these guidelines from Minnesota School Board Association (MSBA). Why would you want to ignore that?” asked Prinsen. Board Director Joyce Iverson noted some concern over not hearing all that candidates might say during committee interviews
and Ehler countered that it’s the reason for facilitator reports to the board after committee interviews. “I don’t mean to overstep my bounds here. I respect what you’re saying about MSBA, but I also know what’s going to work for our school district. I know, placing value on other people’s input is of extreme importance,” said Ehler. Prinsen indicated she’d understood others want to be present and that questions can be submitted for the school board to ask. In addition, the board has to approve all questions ahead of time, which could prove cumbersome in a multiple committee interview. Board Director Jon Pettit expressed further concern. “I see it that these kinds of things allow the board members to do less and be responsible for less and as facilitators, it gives the administration a tremendous amount of sway and gives teachers that same over-the-top sway. I don’t believe that’s what any one of you were elected for. It’s your responsibility, and you do need all of the information these people are documenting, but it’s your duty to get it from those people or accept it; either seek it out or absorb it when they bring it to you.” New Board Director Chris Grindland brought the conversation back to the topic at hand and noted a recommendation
had been given to the board on how to proceed. Board Director Val Howe reiterated how the last interview process was handled. Looking for some common ground, it was determined that questions be collected from the committee groups, but that the board follow the MSBA recommendation for the interview process. The school board will meet to review files before determining final candidate selections. Applications are due January 11. Screening is scheduled for midJanuary and interviews with the finalists will be conducted Thursday, January 31, and Friday, February 1. In other news, the pending purchase agreement for the former Peterson Middle School has reached the school board set deadline of December 20. “Indications are now that he will not be able to fulfill his obligation for moving forward with that purchase agreement,” noted Ehler. “Thank you for your patience with this whole process. It’s time for us to press the envelope a little bit.” “This was an extension already that we gave and if we’re inclined that we need to move forward, one of the things would be to cancel the purchase agreement,” added Board Chairman John Linder. The district will seek to advertise the building for sale again.
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Adam Wilder shows a sample of the type of basketball uniform planned to purchase for M-C boys and girls teams. Photo by Rich Wicks By Rich Wicks The annual Truth in Taxation public hearing was held just prior to the regular monthly meeting of the Mabel-Canton School Board on December 18. Members present were Mark Weidemann, Jason Marquardt, Chris Miller, Business Manager Aimee Lake, Principal Michelle Weidemann, Board chair Cristal Adkins, Chris Loppnow, Diane Wilder, Liz Hershberger, and Superintendent Gary Kuphal. High school secretary Lynette Donald and student representative Payton Danielson were absent. No members of the public asked to address the board. During the Truth in Taxation hearing, Aimee Lake provided background information about the levy process. She shared charts showing when the school’s revenues come from, where expenditures go, and how General Funds dollars are spent. She showed that the proposed total levy payable in 2019 is $573,491.58. Following her presentation, no citizens voiced questions or concerns. The board voted to approve the
levy as proposed. During the regular board meeting, the board heard from two staff members, Lonnie Morken and Adam Wilder, with their request to allow fundraising to raise a portion of the funds needed to purchase new basketball uniforms for the girls and boys teams. They and Superintendent Kuphal explained that for various reasons, this request is coming in as an anomaly outside of the regular rotation used by MabelCanton for uniform replacement in the various sports. Morken and Wilder said the total cost would be $8,100, and they outlined the funding in place, with the school already budgeting $5,000, the Lions Club pitching in $500, and $1,000 from the Booster Club. They said the Booster Club is willing to pay the remaining $1,600 as a “loan,” which would then be repaid with proceeds from the fundraising they are asking to be allowed to do. Regarding the basketball uniforms, Wilder stated, “We were
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under a freeze for a long time, and we were not able to get any new uniforms… 2013-2014 is when we got these (current) uniforms.” He added that if the order is placed soon, the uniforms would hopefully be received before the current season is completed. In explaining the proposed fundraising, Morken said the idea is to sell cheesecakes, adding, “The Spring Grove volleyball team did it last year and made $10,000 just selling cheesecakes… It’s a quick turnaround, we could basically start selling cheesecakes the first week back (after winter break), it’s usually open 7-10 days, and then in early February we’d get delivery of the cheesecakes.” Board members, including Business Manager Aimee Lake, voiced concerns about the idea of “paying back a loan” to the Booster Club, since that could be seen as an improper use of funds. The board suggested approving the additional $1,600 from the school, and the school’s fundraising would then be able to reimburse the expenditure. The board voted to approve the request from Morken and Wilder. Superintendent Kuphal gave recognition to donors, including an anonymous donation of a musical instrument to the music department, and a donation of sledding/snow equipment from the M-C Booster Club valued at just over $100 for used in elementary recess. As part of the consent agenda, the board approved the hiring of Tamitha Peter as part-time kindergarten paraprofessional, and Tiffanie Goad as part-time HS SPED para and part-time preschool one-on-one para. Superintendent Kuphal explained the ongoing efforts to have a student enrollment “tuition reciprocity” agreement with the Decorah school district. He said a proposed agreement was given to the Decorah school board, and that board’s attorney made five changes to the document. Kuphal explained that he wants to speak with the Decorah superintendent to clarify the intent behind several of these changes. The board voted to table the issue until Kuphal can bring clarification to the board regarding these proposed changes. Kuphal gave thanks to Chris Loppnow for her service on the board. He also explained that Lynette Donald was absent due to a medical reason. Kuphal also said he will bring more info to the January meeting regarding a service called “Teachers On Call” that helps find replacements for staff absences. He said it’s worked well at other schools, and he’d like to bring it to the board for consideration. The meeting adjourned at 7:25 p.m. MabelCanton will have winter break December 25 through January 1. There will be no school on January 19 due to a teacher workday. The next regular board meeting will be Wednesday, January 16 at 6 p.m. in the media center. The public is welcome.
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nesota Highways 16 and 43. Landowner shooting permits for January 1-13 will be issued to landowners who want to remove deer from their properties. Permits will be mailed to all landowners in the late hunt area who own 20 acres or more. Landowners can designate shooters. CWD was first discovered in wild deer in 2010. Prions or misshapen proteins are the abnormal proteins that cause the disease. There is no vaccine at this time or treatment for the disease. The disease is passed through direct contact with infected deer’s saliva, urine, blood, feces, antler velvet or carcass. Soil can become contaminated and be a source for the infection. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommend not eating meat from a positive animal. However, there is no evidence that humans or cattle can contract CWD. Deer with CWD can appear healthy. When the disease has progressed sufficiently, clinical signs may be present including weight loss to the point of emaciation, excessive drooling, loss of fear of humans, loss of body control/tremors or staggering, and drooping of the head and ears. It is important to report sick deer to either a local conservation officer or DNR Wildlife Office. CWD is a progressive brain disease and is 100% fatal. Incubation of the disease takes from 1.5 to three years from exposure to the development of clinical signs. Bucks are three times more likely to have the disease. There is no genetic immunity to the disease. Drs. Michelle Carstensen and Lou Cornicelli presented information about CWD and the special hunts at a meeting in Preston on December 18. Efforts to control the disease in the Preston/Lanesboro or core area in the last couple of years has not eliminated CWD. All confirmed cases outside of the core area have been adult males with the exception of one female near Bucksnort. The goal is to reduce the disease and minimize the spread of the disease. There is no attempt to eradicate deer. There is a ban on recreational deer feeding in area counties. CWD prevalence is still relatively low, but has increased from 2017 to 2018. USDA Wildlife Services will contract to conduct culling in high risk core areas from about January 14 through March 15. Donated venison The public can sign up to receive donated venison from the special hunts, landowner shooting permit hunting, and deer removal efforts later in the winter. Only deer with non-detected test results will be released to the donation program which is offered in partnership with Bluffland Whitetails Association. Venison will be available either as a whole carcass or boxed quarters and backstraps. Questions Cooperation between hunters
and landowners is needed to successfully fight CWD. The crowd asked numerous questions after the presentation. There were several questions concerning farmed deer and elk. The DNR regulates wild deer. Questions about farmed/captive animals were directed to the Minnesota Board of Animal Health. There are about 390 farmed herds in the state. Why are food plots legal, but one can’t feed the deer? Food plots don’t require deer to congregate in a specific area. Also, food plots are impossible to regulate. Is an unharvested corn field a food plot? A question was asked if reducing deer density makes bucks travel more. One can’t really answer this question. Males spread disease across the landscape due to their own behavior and disease is maintained by females in core areas. The DNR has no goal as to the number of deer to be killed. The goal is to limit the spread of the disease. There are over 30 deer per square mile. There was a question about the possibility of birds spreading the disease. There has been some study and it isn’t believed that they spread the disease. What is the Board of Animal Health response to a disease positive captive animal? All farms in a 10-mile radius will be quarantined. What is the consequence for escaped captive animals? The owner gets notice of a violation. Fences are inspected. All of these farms must be registered by law. Cornicelli declared, “We are not effecting deer densities.” He admitted densities may be reduced in a specific small acreage. Carstensen explained wthat they want to have an effect on populations in the core areas, so as to stop the disease from spreading outward. There was a question about contamination of the soil with prions. The environment at this point is not very contaminated with the current prevalence of the disease. Deer movement studies are being done. Radio collars have been placed on some deer. Recently a diseased deer was found in Houston County. Why is that area not included in the special hunts? This deer was found about the same time the special hunt areas were published. The boundaries of the hunts could not be expanded at that time. When a positive deer is found, a 10-mile circle around the location bound by the nearest best road is produced. Is the plan to keep the deer population as low as possible? Carstensen described the initial CWD response plan: try to minimize effects elsewhere, keep from spreading, control carcass movements, and contain the disease. The disease, if not controlled, will have a long term effect on deer populations. A new plan will be detailed on the website around the first of the new year. For more information visit www.mndnr.gov/cwd or call the DNR information center at (888) 646-6367.
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Rushford approves EDA goals; revisits pedestrian traffic along highway corridor
The Rushford Peterson Council discusses EDA plans for 2019 at the December 17 meeting. Pictured, clockwise from left, are City Clerk Kathy Zacher, Councilors Terri Benson and Sally Ryman, Mayor Chris Hallum, and Councilor Jim O’Donnell. Photo by Kirsten Zoellner By Kirsten Zoellner At the Monday, December 17 meeting, the Rushford Council approved a four goal plan submitted by the Economic Development Authority. The goals had been discussed and approved by the EDA December 12. The goals are to improve downtown vitality, increase local workforce 50 jobs by 2025, fill housing demand by 2025, and to more effectively market the community. The objective of the first goal is simply to increase downtown traffic. Strides have already been made in recent years to bolster the downtown and the EDA hopes to continue that momentum via a downtown event network, including having a space to hold events. New events and activities, such as Root River Jams, were held in 2018 and the group would like to not only add additional plans, but to work on encouraging businesses marketing or sponsoring events. Part of this goal is getting the Minnesota Department of Transportation to assist the city with enhanced streetscapes and gathering places. Increased workforce has also been a consistent goal of the EDA. In the new plan the strategy is to “provide resources to increase knowledge and network on business prospecting, scalability training, and employment preparation, recruitment, and retention needs.” In determining target areas, the plan calls for expanding the Bluff Country Collaborative, a workforce development program, in which it partners with the Rushford Peterson Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Rushford-Peterson School District. Another specific target area of this second goal focuses on the recruitment through a new family awareness concierge program, sharing employment opportunities and housing availability. The housing puzzle is one that’s been a hot issue for some time. A housing study done recently laid out exactly what is needed in the community; now, it’s a matter of determining the best ways to make it happen. As noted by City Administrator Tony Chladek at the last council meeting, the city is 90-97% built out. For the EDA, the best strategy to remedy this is to, “encourage maximum redevelopment value of the old school
site and to execute westward expansion.” The first will include getting a public conversation going about the former school’s redevelopment and the city’s “Plan B” option. The latter, an expansion of land west of the current city boundaries, has been discussed at length in previous meetings, but no official action has been taken on it. The EDA hopes to continue talks with the landowner, make plans to extend utilities with the Highway 30 reconstruction project or sooner, and to seek a Phase I development of the plan. The last goal has also been in play for sometime, most recently with work to increase local access channel and social media capabilities. The revised plan includes more of that, as well as sponsorship of a community video scholarship competition and the hiring of a web developer to maximize marketing efforts. In other news, the council discussed trail grant opportunities for the city. Thrice turned down in a cooperative application with the school district for expanded pedestrian and bike-designated areas through a Safe Routes to School Grant Program, the city is now looking at changing gears a bit. “Now that there’s a sidewalk at Pine Meadows Lane, the connections are easier and it would be a completed loop,” said City Clerk Kathy Zacher. “This is a different direction now.” Should existing trail and sidewalk access be expanded, it will improve access in all portions of the city, including to the school and its athletic fields. Due to this, the city wants to revisit some options with the school district. It was motioned that the city first determine if there is interest on behalf of the school and then, get a project quote from engineers for grant application. Much of the engineering work is already done courtesy of previous grant application and project planning.
The city is also working to determine steps to possibly reduce the speed along Highway 43 corridor as it approaches Pine Meadows Lane, the main thoroughfare off the highway to the new school. In order to alter the speed, however, the city would first need to pony up $7,00010,000 for a Department of Transportation Speed Limit Study to determine if there is a sufficient need. “This is just a study?” asked Councilor Jim O’Donnell. “Who pays for that? I thought this was kind of a done deal.” Zacher indicated the DOT has approved striping the crosswalk, but the study would be required prior to any changes. “The engineer said they write few of these because school’s don’t usually move into an established area. He thinks they’d be very amenable to doing the change.” “That’s crazy,” added Councilor Sally Ryman. “You have to look at all the things,” responded Zacher. “I am looking at all the things and I’m not impressed,” countered Mayor Chris Hallum. “This was precipitated by the fact that the school moved,” noted Chladek indicating that if someone else applied for likewise, the city would require the proper steps and permitting as well. The topic will be revisited at a later date, following a meeting with the school district. Lastly, the council has approved supporting the Historical Society with a portion of utility payment at the trailhead Historic Depot. Last meeting, the council received word that the Department of Natural Resources will no longer pay the electric and gas utility for a portion of the building it had operated. The city will cover the electric utility and help cover the gas utility until other means of support can be determined from other entities. The city has also sought assistance from the DNR for some monetary compensation for the site, however. Mabel receives financial support to have a portable bathroom unit at their trail site and the city would like the same amount, but will apply it to utility payments since the restroom for the Rushford trailhead is in the side of the building previously funded by the DNR. There has been no response from the DNR as of yet. The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Monday, January 14, at 6:30 p.m., at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.
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Obituaries
p.m. Friday at Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield, and one hour prior to services Saturday at the church. Ila M. Bornfleth Ila M. Bornfleth, 99, of Riley Funeral Home in Chatfield, passed away peace- Chatfield assisted the Bornfleth fully on Tuesday, December family with arrangements. To share a memory with the fam18, 2018, at ily please visit rileyfuneralhomes. the Chosen com. Valley Care Center in Edd Grant Chilson Chatfield. Edd Grant Chilson, 69, of Ila was rural Chatfield, passed away b o r n Sunday, December 16, 2018, at December his home. 17, 1919, in Ila M. Edd was born August 17, 1949, L a ne sb oro, Bornfleth to Virgil and Lorraine (Jackson) to Engebret and Sophia (Erickson) Chilson in Mantorville. Skrukrud. She graduated from Edd married Wanda WadLanesboro High School in 1937. sworth on April 23, 1993, in After graduating, Ila attended Rochester. Edd worked as a Winona Business College in welder for the union BoilermakWinona, Minn. Ila then worked ers and travel around for variat the Farmers and Merchants ous jobs. In his spare time he State bank in Preston and as enjoyed horseback riding, hunta secretary in the Lanesboro ing, and fishing. Edd is survived by his wife school system. Ila married Irvin Bornfleth Wanda, two sons, Anthony on July 22, 1943, in Lanesboro. Chilson of Rochester and Cory They then moved to the Skruk- Knudsen of Philadelphia; and rud family farm in the fall of a daughter, Shelly Chilson, of 1943 and farmed there for 50 Utah; four grandchildren, fouryears. Irvin and Ila enjoyed great-grandchildren, three bothnearly 50 years of married life ers and two sisters. together before Irvin passed Edd is preceded in death by away. Ila was an active member his parents and one brother. of the Pilot Mound Lutheran Visitation of celebration of Church where she taught Sun- life was held Thursday, Decemday school and was a member ber 20, 2018, from 5-7 p.m. and officer of the Ladies Aid. at the Riley Funeral Home in She was also very active in her Chatfield. A spring interment church circle. In her spare time, will take place at Grandview Ila loved to bake, visit with her Cemetery in Rochester, Minn. Riley Funeral Home in neighbors and read books. Ila is survived by her devoted Chatfield is assisting the Chilson David, of Kasson. She was son family with arrangements. preceded in death by her par- To share a condolence with the ents, husband Irvin (1993), and a family please visit www.rileyfubrother, Orlando Skrukrud (1989). neralhomes.com The funeral service for Ila Maggie Gray Walton was held 10:30 a.m. SaturRicabaugh Miller Gragert day, December 22, at the Pilot Gray Walton Mound Lutheran Church rural Maggie Chatfield, with Pastor Sarah J. Ricabaugh Miller Gragert Walker-Brown officiating. The passed away December 16, 2018. committal service followed She was born June 28, 1916, in at the Pilot Mound Lutheran Sandwich Saskatchewan, Canada, to Cecil and Maggie (Gray) Cemetery. Visitation was held from 5-7 Walton, the fourth of nine chil-
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at Gundersen Harmony Care Center in Harmony, Minn. Darleen was born on November 5, 1928, in Canton To w n s h i p , Minn., to Guy and Nora (San- Nora “Darleen” den) Soland. Johnson She graduated from Harmony High School and then from Normal School (teaching/education). She went on and taught in a country school in Amherst, Minn., for a few years. On June 10, 1949, she was united in marriage with LeRoy Johnson and for 66 years she demonstrated for all, the epitome of what a truly successful marriage can be. Her teaching did not end there; she went on to have 13 children of her own over the course of the next 15 years and taught them all strength, humility, kindness and humor. She loved to sew, garden, cook and can vegetables. Her flower gardens were amazing and she is known for her homemade bread, quilting and life changing dill pickles. Darleen’s faith and family were the centerpieces of her life. She took special interest in each and every family member by being at the hospital when every grandchild was born, attending their baptisms, birthday parties, confirmations, graduations and weddings. She also found time to make her famous mints for all of these special occasions. Her vibrant competitive side was seen at every roll of the dice with friends and grandchildren. Oftentimes, this competitive side brought out the best of her wit and sass. She welcomed everyone into her home and never let anyone leave without a full stomach. She was always a faithful and active member in the church. She was a member of Rushford Lutheran Church. Darleen was a compassionate and loving person with a zest for life and she will be missed greatly by all who knew her. Darleen is survived by 12 children: Judith (Steven) Oian, Nancy Carman, Ellen (Gerald) Eide, Leroy (Carol) Johnson, Cynthia (Richard) Bovy, James (Joanne) Johnson, Mark (Cindy) Johnson, Bradley (Kari) Johnson, Richard (Pamela) Johnson, Sandra (Michael) Mlenar, Laurie (Tim Hallum) Johnson, Nora “Darleen” Johnson Nora “Darleen” Johnson, 90, Stacy (Scott) Newgaard; 39 of Rushford, Minn., died on grandchildren: Jennifer Oian, Wednesday, December 12, 2018, Tricia Oian, Steven (Toni) Oian, dren. Maggie was a resident of Spring Valley from 1946 until she entered the Pine Haven Community nursing home in October 2018. She was a memMaggie ber of Faith Gray Walton U n i t e d Ricabaugh M e t h o d i s t Miller Gragert Church in Spring Valley, president of Eastern Star, a lifetime member of the Legion Auxiliary and was on a bowling team until age 98. Maggie believed in raising her two children to be independent and responsible for their own future. And, we as her children believe she did a wonderful job. Maggie is survived by her daughter Eileen Ricabaugh Simmons (Ruben) of Phoenix, Ariz., daughter-in-law Karen Nelson of Zumbrota, Minn., grandchildren: Jennifer Fiedler (Darrell) of Cleburne, Tex., Peter Mockler (Monica) of Germany, Jeff Ricabaugh of Lakehills, Tex., Amy Rountree(Steve) of Frederick, Md., George Willmarth (Rita) of Eagan, Minn.; and James Simmons, Dana Meiers(Rob) and Jon Simmons, all of Arizona; step-grandchildren: Kevin (Susie) Nelson, Rochester, Minn., Paula (Chris) Kilness, Ellsworth, Wis., and Teri (Wendell Manore) Nelson, Ellsworth, Wis.; greatgrandchildren: Rachael, Devin Fiedler, Daniela Mockler, Rylee and Jack Rountree, step greatgrandchildren: Allison Hoffman (Steven), Kellen, Brooklyn, Leighton Simmons and Hannah Meiers, Arizona; Amy (Mike Hansmann) Nelson, Megan (Jared Novinska) Nelson, Adam Nelson, Amber (Luke) Ristow, Logan Kilness and Taylor (Darren) Georgakas; step great-greatgrandchild Nora Georgakas; her favorite grandpuppy, Pedee; and many nieces and nephews in Canada. Maggie was preceded in death by husbands Glenn Ricabaugh, Albert Miller, and Adrian Gragert; and her son, Commander George Glenn Ricabaugh. Celebration of life and burial will be in the spring, in Spring Valley. Condolences may be left at www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com.
Tina (Chad) Oian, and Ryan (Kristin) Oian, Kenneth (Kirsten) Carman, Audra Carman, and Anthony Carman, Christopher Eide, Adam (Bobbi Jo) Eide, and Gerrad (Amber) Eide, Monica (Eric) Hill and Micheal Johnson, Amanda (Brad) Sullivan, and Natalie (Joshua) Boynton, Trinity (Emily) Johnson, Jeffrey Johnson, Joel (Courtney) Johnson, and Tiffany (Drew) Johnson, Guthrie (Jess) Johnson, Adrienne (Keith) Britson, Benjamin (Tiffany) Johnson, and Danielle (John) Yonts, Shannon (Casey) Ingvalson, Sara (Colin) Lange, and Lee (Meredith) Johnson, Ashley (Kate) Johnson, Melissa (Travis) McCabe, Zachary (Serena) Johnson, and Courtney (Jordan) Johnson, Brittany (Brian) Mlenar and Braden Mlenar, Erica (Lucas) Klein, Nicholas (Brittany) Agrimson, and Dalton Johnson, Luke Newgaard and Olivia Newgaard; 64 greatgrandchildren: Allison, Megan, Isaac, Alex, Lebron, Molly, Layla, Lyle, Amelia, Johanna, Lincoln, Eleanor, Paige, Sophia, Margaux, Beckett, Kaleb, Jessica, Jacqueline, Danny, Faith, Isabella, Emma, Chealsy, Hilary, Lillian, Elena, Andie, Nora, Greta, Caden, Carson, Teigen, Adeline, Braelyn, Keegan, Gage, Oliver, Kyle, Tyler, Riley, Rowan, Serenity, Mark, Liberty, Aubrey, Madison, Jackson, Eva, Davis, Jace, Reid, Cole, Taylor, Logan, Lilah, Lakyn, Hadley, Austin, Cameron, Griffin, Dominick and Dawson; a sister, Ilene Anderson of Harmony, Minn., and a sister-in-law, Pat Soland of Preston. She was preceded in death by her husband LeRoy, son Jeffrey; grandson Justin; two granddaughters, Julia and Janel; a great-grandson, Zaeden and five siblings: Audrey Teslow, LuVerne Soland, Gerald Soland, Esther Hanlon, and Guy Soland, Jr. A funeral service for Darleen was held 1 p.m. on Monday, December 17, 2018, at Rushford Lutheran Church, with The Reverend Steve Chellew officiating. Burial took place in the Highland Prairie Lutheran Cemetery in rural Peterson, Minn. Visitation was from 4-7 p.m. on Sunday, at Hoff Funeral and Cremation Service in Rushford, and one hour prior to the service on Monday at the church. Please leave a memory of Darleen and sign her online guestbook at www.hofffuneral.com. See OBITUARIES Page 9
CALENDAR OF EVENTS TUES., DECEMBER 25
•Rushford AA Closed meeting, 7pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St.* •Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.*
WEDS., DECEMBER 26
•Senior Exercise Class, 10-11am, ScotlandPresbyterianChurch,Canton. 507-251-0520 for information.
•Spring Valley Area Food Shelf, 2-4pm, 102 E. Jefferson.* •THURS., DECEMBER 27 •Senior Coffee and Dessert, 9am. Clara House, Harmony.* •Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am and 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E. Jessie St.* •Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm and 1-4pm, 525 Washington St. NW.*
•Mabel Food Shelf, 5-7pm, First Lutheran Church, 2nd floor, 202 N. Oak, Mabel.* •Mabel AA meeting, 7:30pm, First Lutheran Church, 202 N. Oak, use side door on Newburg.*
SAT., DECEMBER 29
FRI., DECEMBER 28
SUN., DECEMBER 30
•Chatfield NA meets, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.*
•Spring Valley Area Food Shelf, 9-11am, 102 E. Jefferson.* •Lanesboro AA Group, 8pm, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Call (507) 251-1771 or (507) 765-2518.* •Fountain AA Group closed meeting, 7:30pm, Fountain Lutheran Church, S. Main St. & Hwy 52.*
MON., DECEMBER 31
•Public Blood Pressure Clinic, 1-3pm, Fillmore County Public Health, 902 Houston St. NW, Preston.* •AA Crossroads Journey Group meeting, 7pm, Spring Valley Library.*
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ter Stella, his brothers Gary (Beth), Steven (Peggi), Donald, (Penny), Jeffrey (Michelle); his sister Jane (Joe) O’Koren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Sharon Asleson. Services were held 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 18, 2018, at All Saints Episcopal Church in Northfield, with visitation one hour prior. Military Honors and a reception followed. Interment took place in Root Prairie Cemetery, Lanesboro. Memorials are preferred to All Saints Episcopal Church. Arrangements are with the Benson & Langehough Funeral Home, www.northfieldfuneral. com.
Craig Redalen Craig Redalen, age 71, of Northfield, passed away Friday morning, December 14, 2018, at the VA Medical Center in M i n ne a p o lis. C r a i g E l t o n Redalen was born February 18, 1947, Craig Redalen in Preston, Minn., to Elton and Joyce (Grindland) Redalen. He was raised on the family farm, attended country school, graduated from Lanesboro High School in 1965 and attended Rochester Community College. Kevin J. Schmidt In 1967 he enlisted in the U.S. Memorial services for Kevin Army and rode a frigid train Schmidt were held 2 p.m. Friday, to Fort Eustis, Va., where he December 21, 2018, at St Johns underwent airframe training. L u t h e r a n His first assignment was at Fort C h u r c h Benning, Ga., for “Project Flat- in Wykoff, top.” As part of Project Flattop M i n n . , he was deployed to Vietnam with Pasand served aboard the USNS tor Michael Corpus Christi Bay. After nine H a r m e n months of serving in southern off iciating. Vietnam he received his Hon- V i s i t a t i o n Kevin Schmidt orable Discharge. was 5-7 p.m. On September 9, 1972, Craig on Thursday, December 20, at married Susan J. Pease at Trin- the Hindt Funeral Home, 316 ity Episcopal Church in Rock North Broadway, Spring Valley, Island, Ill. In June 1974, he Minn., and continued for one received his Bachelor’s Degree hour prior to the service at the in Journalism from the Uni- church on Friday. versity of Illinois - Champaign- Kevin J. Schmidt, age 54, of Urbana. Craig accepted a posi- Spring Valley, Minn., died foltion with the Federal Land lowing a long, courageous battle Bank and he and Sue moved with cancer on Monday, Decemto Northfield. He worked for ber 17, 2018, at Mayo Clinic Bremer Bank in St. Paul and Hospital St. Marys Campus in later as president Dundas Rochester, Minn. Driveofathenew truck. Bank. In the early 1980s Craig Kevin Jon Schmidt was born began working a commercial November 30, 1964, in FarmGetashome more. real estate appraiser, retiring in ington, Minn., to Danford and 2008. (Zumach) Schmidt. He Drive for a Top Arlene Pay Carrier. Craig was a member of All attended and graduated from Saints Episcopal Church, the Kenyon High School in 1983. Northfield VFW and was Kevin was united in marriage active with the VFW Honor to Shawn For experienced drivers Jeffries on October Guard. He enjoyed playing 28, 1989, in Waterloo, Iowa. guitar, listening to all types Following their marriage Kevin of music, cutting wood for his and Shawn lived in Rochester stove, writing, reading novels and Kenyon before moving to and travel - especially to the the Spring Valley area. Kevin North Shore. He took great worked in the automotive parts interest in keeping up with the industry for several years before happenings in Northfield and being employed by SEMA in spending time with his cof- Spring Valley as a parts spefee groups. He was outgoing, cialist and manager. Kevin social, and a person with varied enjoyed camping, kayaking, cutWe’re Family Driven interests. ting wood, going to Duluth to Survivors include his wife of watch the boats, and helping on 46 years, Susan; his children his parents’ farm. Kevin was Brit (Christopher) Redalen- an avid Vikings and Wild fan. Schultz of Apple Valley and Kai He also enjoyed handy work, 800.579.2114 Redalen (Gwen Goddard) of| DriveHalvor.com working on cars, his church and Minneapolis; his granddaugh- especially enjoyed doting on his
Monday, December 24, 2018 granddaughter, Noel. He is survived by his wife Shawn of Spring Valley, two sons, Nikolaus Schmidt and Nathaniel (Jordynn) Schmidt, both of Spring Valley; one granddaughter, Noel; his parents, Dan and Arlene Schmidt of Kenyon, Minn.; two brothers, Danford Jr. (Mary Ann) Schmidt of Carthage, Ill., and Jeff (Cathy) Schmidt of Palm Beach Garden, Fla. He is also survived by nieces Holly Quinn, Mikayla Schmidt and Madison Schmidt. Kevin was preceded in death by his grandparents and one niece, Sarah Schmidt. Condolences may be left at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com.
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and Janet Huber, brothers-inlaw Kenneth (Helen) Schwinefus, Don (Virginia) Schwinefus, Dick Schwinefus, and Donald Rollie; and sister-in-law Shirley (Delroy) Des Marais. The family would like to thank the staff of Spring Valley Living for taking wonderful care of Lois for the last years of her life. Lois’s smile, friendship and love for cookies will be missed by many. Condolences may be left at www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com
Florence J. Foss Florence J. Foss, age 100, a long-time Preston resident, died Monday, December 17, 2018, at Green Bay, Wis. Florence was born on April 19, 1918, in Carimona To w n s h i p , rural Preston, Florence Foss to Henry and Cora Peterson, and had one brother, Clifford Peterson. She Diane S. Sievers graduated from Preston High Diane S. Sievers, 81, of School in 1935, then attended Rushford, Minn., died on Normal Training and taught Wednesday, December 12, 2018, grades 1-8 in the same school she had attended as a girl. In at her home. Lois Schwinefus 1939, she married Kenneth T. Diane was Foss, and they continued to on Lois Schwinefus, 96, of Spring born reside in Preston, raising four Valley, and formerly of Ostrander A u g u s t daughters. Kenneth preceded and Albert Lea, passed away on 6, 1937, in her in death, as well as her Rushford, December brother. Minn., to 17, 2018. Clifford V isit at ion Florence wore many hats, “Kip” and was 9-11 a.m. including restaurant work, Diane S. Helen (Foson Saturday an accomplished seamstress, Sievers sum) Ebner. December matron and cook at the FillShe was raised in the Rushford area more County Sheriff Depart22, 2018, and was a graduate of Rushford ment and was also very active at Hindt High School. On April 19, 1958, in her church. She enjoyed Funeral Lois she was united in marriage with card club, dancing with friends, Home in Schwinefus Wayne Sievers in Inglewood, and gardening was her favorSpring Valley. A short memorial service was Calif. Following their marriage, ite hobby. She loved being held at 11 a.m. Saturday follow- Diane and Wayne raised their outdoors maintaining her large ing the visitation. A memorial two daughters in Inglewood and gardens and sharing the bounty service and burial will be held Fallbrook, Calif. In the late 1990s of those gardens. She was a later in the spring in Albert Lea. Wayne retired and they moved “Florence Nightingale” herself, Lois was born in Albert Lea back to Rushford. Through their caring for her parents, her husto Bernard and Doris (Coo- retirement they spent many of band, and many friends, relaper) Pleiss on October 27, 1922. their winters traveling to warmer tives and neighbors over the She graduated from Albert Lea climates across the country in years. High School in 1939. Lois mar- their motor home. Diane loved In 2014, Florence sold her ried William Taylor on October searching for antiques and had home in Preston and moved to 26, 1941; they had one daugh- a knack for decorating. She was Green Bay, Wis., to be closer to ter, Katherine “Kitty” Taylor in the personification of her Norwe- family. She lived her last three 1944. Lois and William later gian heritage, fun loving, gracious, years at The Odd Fellow Nursdivorced. Lois was very proud kind, and humble with a touch of ing Home there, where she was to live in Albert Lea and was an elegant stubbornness. She always loved and cared for by a wonactive citizen where she enjoyed had a smile and a kind word for derful staff, awarding her the teaching Sunday School at First everyone. She loved her family title of “Sparkle Queen,” since Lutheran Church and being a fiercely, and was always available she loved her glitz. member of the PTA. Her dedica- to listen, laugh, celebrate, and Florence is survived by her tion to the town resulted in her fuss about all of life’s ups and four daughters, Dianne Hartzell getting a key to the city — some- downs. She took great pride in her of Hartford, Wis.; Carole (Bob) thing that she was very proud grandkids, and celebrated their Thom of Chatfield, Minn.; to have. She later owned The accomplishments. Diane always Rosanne (Garry) Nietz of ZumPlus, 4 more served the Feast Lord through choir, brota, Furniture Mart withThe C.L.Family Mine- Gourmet Burgers Minn., and Katherine (5 oz.) Filet women’s auxiliary, or volunteer- (Max) hart and worked 2many yearsMignons FREERoth of Green Bay, Wis., 2 (5 oz.) Top Sirloins ing. She lived as an example of for Interstate Power Company. as well as 10 grandchildren, 23 2 (4 oz.) Boneless Pork Chops faith and (1grace. On June 26, 1964, Lois married great-grandchildren and three 4 Boneless Chicken Breasts lb. pkg.) Robert “Bob” Schwinefus and Sausages Diane is survived by her hus- great-great-grandchildren. 4 (3 oz.) Kielbasa 4 (4 they oz.) Omaha moved to Ostrander; had Steaks bandBurgers Wayne R. Sievers, daugh- A memorial service will be 4 (3 oz.) one son, Jay Schwinefus, in Potatoes 1966. au tersGratin Brenda Remington and held on December 29, 2018, 4 (4 oz.) 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By Leah Himlie Everyone has things of which they are scared. Some people are terrified of spiders, while others cannot bear the thought of elevators. Leah Himlie It’s different for everyone. Despite everyone being different, most people are afraid of being rejected for who they really are. This is a fear many members of the LGBT+ community face every day. Coming out is one of the scariest things a person can do. Coming out means presenting the real you to others. There are no walls, no closet doors, between you and the other people. That means that whatever response those people have goes right to the heart, whether it’s a good response or a bad one. This is especially true when the person who is coming out cares what the people to whom they are coming out think. That’s why
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it is important to be supportive when someone comes out, especially for the first time. Coming out is a personal decision. Since it is a personal topic, everyone feels differently and has different situations, so what is written here will not apply to everyone; however, when someone decides to do it for the first time, it usually isn’t on a whim. Many people think about it and consider it for a long time, the way one would consider doing anything lifechanging, before resolving to do it. Even after resolving to come out, the fear may remain because what if the person they tell laughs? What if that person says it’s a phase? What if that person hates them? Even if a person is 99% certain they will be accepted by the people to whom they are coming out, the what-if remains, so the fear remains. On the other side of things, you might be shocked if someone comes out to you. Even though you are shocked, there are some things that should not be said to the person coming out no matter what. Some specific examples include, “It’s just a phase,” “You’re too young to know,” “I knew that
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With this year coming to an end and the holidays approaching us, I’d like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! The last 34 years of my law enforcement career have gone by fast and the last four years as your Sheriff have just flown by. I have been very fortunate to have started my career with the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office and now to be ending this leg of it with the very same office. Staying in law enforcement and having a successful career is not a feat that’s accomplished alone; it’s done with the support and love from a multitude of people and places. Thank you to the Citizens of Fillmore County for your vote and confidence in me by electing me as your Sheriff four years ago. Thank you to the county board, administration, and the county staff for working with me as the “Fillmore County Team” to serve our citizens. Thank you to the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Staff for also working with me and accomplishing all the good things we have achieved in the last four years. Thank you to the media for helping me connect and stay connected with the citizens of our county. And last and certainly not least, Thank You to my loving wife Dorle, my son Kaine, and my entire family for their steadfast love and support through my entire law enforcement career. To be your Fillmore County Sheriff was a dream and a goal that I had decades ago. It was a dream and goal that became a reality with the help of everyone I thanked (apologies for anyone I may have missed). To be your Fillmore County Sheriff has truly been an Honor and Privilege that I will forever be thankful for. What’s next, as I have often been asked? A couple of sayings come to mind…”When one door closes, another one opens,” and, “When one chapter ends, another one begins.” What’s the next chapter? Stay tuned because whatever it is, I know it will be good because of the love and support I have behind me!
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interest, it hasn’t sold yet. Rather than continue on with things up in the air, they made the difficult decision to set an official closing date. Bahl was hoping that the announcement would spark some interest in the Branding Iron and it did. “My hope is that someone takes it over rather than just close it down permanently,” he said, adding that he has already received a few inquiries since making the announcement on December 12. Bahl has a lot of good memories from his 47 years at the Branding Iron that he will treasure. One of his favorite things was being able to work with his four kids, and he has also enjoyed meeting people from all over who have come to eat at the restaurant. The staff throughout the years has been wonderful to work with, and Bahl has enjoyed getting to know them all. His employees are a big part of the reason why he is hoping that someone will buy the Branding Iron and keep it going. “I don’t want them to have to find jobs elsewhere,” he said. When Bahl called a staff meeting to announce that the Branding Iron was closing, it didn’t come as a shock to anyone. He had been open with his employees about the fact that he was trying to sell the restaurant, and so they were not surprised at the news. Allyson wrote an official announcement for the public and
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posted it on the Branding Iron’s Facebook page, where it has been shared over 1,200 times. Bahl was amazed at the comments and well wishes that he has received since then. “It’s a little overwhelming,” Bahl said. Since announcing the closing of the Branding Iron, Bahl has been stunned by the outpouring of support from the community. The weekend after setting the closing date was the busiest the restaurant has ever been. “It’s been crazy busy. Friday, Saturday, Sunday were like New Year’s Eve,” Bahl commented. “We ran out of food.” He plans to run specials during the Branding Iron’s last week of business to cut down on the inventory and possibly even have some entertainment on the final day. Until then, it’s business as usual. While the Branding Iron will be closed on New Year’s Day, it will still be open from 11 am to 8:30 p.m. on New Year’s Eve with reservations recommended. “My mom and dad and Allyson and I want to thank this community and all the surrounding customers who have come up here,” Bahl said. “We want to thank them for their business, and it was much appreciated.” Bahl will miss the Branding Iron, but is also looking forward to a change in pace from being a busy restaurant owner. He and Allyson are planning to move to Rochester and are also hoping to spend some time in Phoenix, where one of their sons lives.
Legislators listen to county priorities By Karen Reisner Minnesota Rep. Greg Davids and Senator Jeremy Miller listened to Fillmore County department heads describe concerns that they feel are important to address in the upcoming legislative session. Association of Minnesota Counties (AMC) government relations manager Matt Hilgart provided a ranking from 11 southeast Minnesota counties (district IX). The number one legislative priority is comprehensive transportation funding package, second is the provider tax, and third is mental health services/children’s residential treatment. Statewide, the same three issues ranked one, two, and three; transportation number one, mental health second, and provider tax third. Highway Engineer Ron Gregg said 49 bridge structures are currently on the replacement priority list (estimate cost $10.8 million). Local bridge bonding topped his list. Second is long term sustainable funding dedicated to the Highway User Tax Distribution Fund. He suggested a possible revenue source could be a gas tax. Jessica Erickson, director of nursing, encouraged a replenishing of the Local Public Health Grant to its for-
Rushford Village approves final budget By Kirsten Zoellner At the Tuesday, December 18 meeting, the council formally approved the 2019 budget and levy in the amount of $435,000. The preliminary levy had been certified at $450,000 in September. This was $25,000 more than the 2018 levy. There were no comments at the Truth-In-Taxation hearing and the Village is banking for some major equipment upgrades in the coming years. “I don’t see us needing to be at $450,000, but I don’t think we can stay at $425,000 either,” said Councilor Rich Smith. “We need a marginal increase.” “I agree,” added Acting Mayor Dennis Overland, standing in for absent Mayor Gordon Johnson. “I would rather make some smaller jumps now instead of big increases later.” The council opted to split the amount and settled at the $435,000 amount. The City has taken a cooperative step forward at the idea of possible development on a piece of land that sits on the eastern border of Rushford Village and the City of Rushford. Community and Economic Development Associates representative Bryce Lange brought forth two letters, drafted to the City of Rushford and the landowner, Lorraine Woxland. Overland noted the idea came about after a meeting with CEDA and Village December 17. “It says we’re willing to partner on some things,” added Lange. “A lot of good could come from it.” “It’s kind of in line with what
we want to do; up straight and forward,” noted Councilor Mike Ebner. “We’re reaching out to both parties saying, ‘Hey, we want to do something cooperatively.’” The council approved the letters unanimously. The city has also approved a recent report from KLM Engineering regarding a recent water tank inspection. The firm also submitted a list of recommendations and repairs in the report, as well as a 10-year contract proposal. “We have very clean water going into our water tank,” said Public Works Supervisor Travis Scheck. “It was cleaned out five years ago and there’s very little sediment; you can still see bottom clearly.” The repairs are items which should be addressed within one to two years, according to Scheck. Some of the items are safety changes to meet new Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards for the exterior. “There aren’t set deadlines to accomplish suggested improvements,” added Scheck. “We’ve got time.” The contract is for $6,000 for 10 years and includes, two inspections at $3,000 each. Currently, the city has been paying $2,700 per inspection and the price is only expected to go up each year. The contract can be cancelled by the city at any time. It was suggested by KLM Engineering that the city budget $600 per year to minimize impact of the cost of the contract. The first billing will
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be 2023 at the next inspection. In other Public Works discussion items, the council heard that a street light on Highway 43 and 16 had been replaced with an LED bulb, by NES, at the direction of Mayor Johnson. There are approximately 3-4 lights remaining and the city has opted to replace the remaining lights with LED bulbs as well. Ebner noted that billing for replacement is typically done per hour, with a two-hour minimum, and suggested the city would get more bang for the buck by finishing out replacement at one time. Council representatives met with Scheck December 17 to review goals and expectations for 2019. A contingency plan, in the event of Scheck’s absence, was decided. “He had some pretty good goals for next year and good ideas for making it easy on himself, too,” said Overland. “I’m pretty happy with what he came up with.” Lastly, the city has approved a contract with Inspire Tech for computer backup. Previously, the city has utilized CCS Technologies, but the company is no longer in operation in Minnesota. The Inspire Tech quote was $30, including a $10 per month per computer charge, in addition to a $20 charge for proactive monitoring of workstations with anti-virus protection. The next regularly scheduled meeting is Tuesday, January 15, at 7 p.m., at the Village Hall. The public is encouraged to attend.
mer levels. Funding cuts have reduced the ability of health departments to carry out mandated public health functions. She also expressed the importance of maintaining the state’s health care “provider tax.” This is a 2% tax on gross revenue of providers. This tax supplies about 80% of the dollars for the Health Care Access Fund, a revenue source for Medical Assistance. The tax will sunset in 2020 unless legislators act to repeal the sunset provision. Davids said this tax has been a problem for him; he sees it as a tax on the sick or injured. If it goes away, there will be funding from somewhere else. An AMC representative said the tax raises about $6 million per year; how do you plug that hole if it goes away? County Coordinator Bobbie Vickerman added how do we make sure we can provide the services and where do the dollars come from?
Erickson listed other funding needs for essential programs. She supported a new waiver for mental and behavioral health needs to give families and people with disabilities more options for services and opportunities to participate in their communities. Social Services Director Kevin Olson asked for additional funding to improve the current Minnesota Eligibility Technology System to make it fully functional and efficient. Use of the system is in its sixth year and it is still cumbersome and slow. Also, the mental health system needs more “beds” for children and adults who need a forever home, instead of short, expensive placements. Vickerman thanked legislators for 2017 action to stabilize and add funding to County Program Aid. See COUNTY BOARD Page 13
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Miller reported that he has received complaints about increased speed limits from 55 to 60 mph on some state roads. He suggested complaints be sent via email so they can be forwarded to MnDOT. Sheriff elect John DeGeorge said he doesn’t know if input was sought from the department about the Highway 43 speed limit. He said he hoped they will consider consulting us in the future. Commissioner Randy Dahl said he is not in support of the increase to 60 mph on Highway 43 due to the deficiencies of the highway, including missing guard rails. North of Choice the highway is steep with blind hills and there can be a lot of farm equipment on the road. DeGeorge said they hope to identify options available for the county jail, which he suggested could be on the verge of being shut down in coming years. Heidi Jones, auditor/treasurer elect, pointed to the need for a dedicated funding source for election technology upgrades. The processing of absentee ballots when the voter comes to the county office could be more efficient if these ballots could be processed and run through a tabulator in front of the voter. Jones asked for a more equitable distribution of mortgage registration and deed taxes. The service is provided by the county and the county gets 2.3% and 3.3% of the proceeds respectively. The rest goes to the state. Andrew Hatzenbihler, solid waste, said the county supports improvements to maximize e-waste recycling and payments to reimburse the county. There are no programs for the county to recoup costs related to disposal. Marla Stanton, assistant county attorney, explained that things have become more expensive; therefore, there is a need to shift the threshold up on the theft value which triggers a felony charge. The county recommends the theft values be raised in each category. Also, an exception to the medical privilege statute is requested to get access to blood tests or medical evidence in a criminal case where there is a death or substantial bodily
injury. Updates need to be made to the statute concerning obscene or harassing telephone calls to include other forms of modern communication. Also, theft should include modern means of financial theft: identity theft or theft of personal information. Zoning Administrator Cristal Adkins asked for additional funding for enforcement of MPCA rules for subsurface treatment systems, water protection, and wells. Additional funding should be directed to the local level to insure compliance. Commissioner Duane Bakke added we don’t get any help from MPCA and are spending county time and money to keep compliance efforts moving forward. Jason Marquardt, veterans service officer, supported revision to the Property Tax Value Exclusion to support the one time sale of a homestead and allow the spouse of an eligible deceased veteran to transfer the property tax exclusion to a property one time. Davids noted that Minnesota is the only state with a house and senate being led by different parties (DFL house, GOP senate, and DFL governor). They will be going into session with a $1.5 billion surplus. Miller said broadband is a priority for him. Both legislators thanked the commissioners and department heads for their input on legislative priorities. Other business in brief • Vickerman explained adjustments that have been made to department budgets due to employee health care choices. A savings total of $47,905 will be added to the General Revenue Fund. A resolution approving the final 2019 levy in the amount of $10,819,093 was approved. This represents a 3.49% increase over 2018. A resolution approving the 2019 budget in the amount of $27,931,194 was approved. • Bakke announced that the MPCA commissioner denied the (general) feedlot permit for the Catalpa project. John Linc Stine recommended a study of nitrate contaminated waters in the sensitive karst region in southeast Minnesota. • The board was notified of the acquisition of approximately 584 acres in the City of Rushford Village for the
Township FILING
NOTICES
NOTICE OF FILING CORRECTION BRISTOL TOWNSHIP NOTICE OF FILING CARROLTON TOWNSHIP
NOTICE OF FILING AMHERST TOWNSHIP
NOTICE OF FILING ARENDAHL TOWNSHIP
Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 12, 2019, will be open on January 1, 2019, to January 15, 2019. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Treasurer, 2-year term. Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 15, 2019. Filing fee is $2.00. Kelly Eide, Clerk • Amherst Township
Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 12, 2019, will be open on January 1, 2019, to January 15, 2019. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Treasurer, 2-year term.
Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 12, 2019, will be open on January 1, 2019, to January 15, 2019. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Treasurer,, 2-year term. Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 15, 2019. Filing fee is $2.00.
Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 12, 2019, will be open on January 1, 2019, to NOTICE OF FILING NOTICE OF FILING NOTICE15, OF FILING January 2019. CARROLTON TOWNSHIP CARIMONA TOWNSHIP CANTON TOWNSHIP Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Treasurer, 2-year term Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the officeNOTICE of theOFclerk by 5:00pm,NOTICE January 15, NOTICE OF FILING FILING OF FILING CHATFIELD TOWNSHIP FORESTVILLE TOWNSHIP 2019. Filing fee is $2.00.FILLMORE TOWNSHIP Luanne Storelee, Clerk • Carrolton Township Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 15, 2019. Filing fee is $2.00.
Keith Brown, Clerk • Arendahl Township
Eunice Biel, Clerk • Bristol Township
Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 12, 2019, will be open on January 1, 2019, to January 15, 2019. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Treasurer, 1-year term. Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 15, 2019. Filing fee is $2.00.
Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 12, 2019, will be open on January 1, 2019, to January 15, 2019. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Treasurer, 2-year term. Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 15, 2019. Filing fee is $2.00.
Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 12, 2019, will be open on January 1, 2019, to January 15, 2019.
Fay Garness, Clerk • Canton Township
Linda Marzolf, Clerk • Carimona Township
Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 12, 2019, will be open on January 1, 2019, to January 15, 2019. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term.
Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 12, 2019, at the township hall will be open on January 1, 2019, to January 15, 2019. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Treasurer, 2-year term.
Monday, December 24, 2018 DNR. Assistant Attorney Stanton explained the conveyance of a Quit Claim Deed reserves the right of way easement to Fillmore County. It cleans up the title and gets a permanent easement for the county. City of Rushford Village Mayor Gordon Johnson noted about 2,300 acres in the Village are owned by the state, with a total value of $7.8 million. He said more land going to the state presents a hardship for the Village. There is the loss of possible building sites and the loss of some living quarters. Johnson added there are not enough officers in the DNR to supervise people who come into the area. More control is needed. Dahl admitted the loss of buildable property and the value of houses is a concern. He has had calls from people on both sides of the issue. Dahl agreed the biggest concern is the lack of DNR personnel. The state doesn’t provide enough funding to manage the land it is acquiring. Jamie Edwards, DNR, said she would pass on these concerns. • Sheriff elect DeGeorge laid out specific goals for 2019. He noted his salary request is in the budget for 2019 ($106,000 which includes $6,000 for emergency management). • Auditor/Treasurer elect Jones compared her 2019 responsibilities with nearby counties. Her salary request for 2019 was $80,000. • The purchase of three pieces of equipment requested by the highway department was approved (a 2019 6130M John Deere with trade for $48,000, a 102-inch offset 3-point hitch Flail Mower at a cost of $33,063, and a 2019 Ford F-150 ext cab 4x4 at a cost of $28,234.92). Approval was given for the purchase of shop equipment: an air conditioning recycler at a cost of $2,795.65 and diagnostic tools, software, USB link, truck adapter, and updates at a cost of $2,704.05. • Numerous agreements and contracts for social services and public health for 2019 were approved. • Most annual appropriations for 2019 were approved at last year’s levels. SELCO had an increase to $233,809. Chairman Mitch Lentz suggested some of those requesting appropriations should be self-sufficient by now, voting against the motion. • Approval was given for the coordinator to develop an RFP for an official bank. It will be reviewed by the board before advertisement. • Approval was given for a payment of $5,100 to Government Management Group for the preparation of the county’s 2017 Central Services Cost Allocation Plan.
Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Clerk, 2-year term.
Qualified persons interested in filing may do so with the clerk. All filings must be at the office of the clerk by 5:00pm, January 15, 2019. Filing fee is $2.00. Luanne Storelee, Clerk • Carrolton Township
Notice is hereby given that filing for the annual township election to be held on March 12, 2019, will be open on January 1, 2019, to January 15, 2019. Officers to be elected: One Supervisor, 3-year term. One Treasurer, 2-year term.
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Looking at reading, math and science scores, he said some of the goals were not met for 2018 but that they still were good scores. Part of the issue with goal setting is two-fold. One, you are dealing with an entirely different set of children for the next year and the other is that the MCA tests are becoming increasingly more difficult. It’s hard to hit a moving target. While not making excuses for this, he feels that the movement by staff to incorporate Personalized Learning will help to increase scores. At the high school level, principal Randy Paulson reported that the North Star Award had been presented to Chatfield High School for its graduation rate of 98.5% for 2018. He credits the ALP (Alternative Learning Program) and credit recovery programs for part of this success. Other increases in career programs and the creation of BIONIC (Believe It Or Not I Care) that deals with school culture should enhance the high school experience. Since board member Jerry Chase is resigning as of January 1, Superintendent Harris thanked him for his 15 years of service with a certificate and a token of appreciation. Harris briefly mentioned that he will have information at the next board meeting as to how the board may proceed with filling Chase’s position. There were no other board committee reports. Harris gave an update on the construction project that is nearing the end. The open house was well attended by the public as they viewed all the remodeling of space and the new STEM addition. The budget update on the construction shows approximately a net positive of $300,000 and that the committee will need to meet to determine how to use these remaining funds. He introduced the first reading of district policies and the second reading was approved under New Business. Shane McBroom reported that the Grandfriend Day and holiday concert was a huge success, with a full house in the cafeteria to play bingo and then the concert at 9:45 a.m. in the gym. On December 21 the Masonic Lodge will once again present bikes to students for the Bikes for Books program. Students earn a chance to win a bike based on the number of steps from the Action 100 reading program. One student
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from each grade level will be awarded a bike. The EdVisions Bush Grant is being considered for the Personalized Learning implementation. EdVisions, as part of the grant, will assist in the construction of an action plan, provide professional development to the staff and include a software program call Edio that houses the personalized learning materials and projects for the students and staff. McBroom is reviewing the agreement from EdVisions and will make a decision within the month. Randy Paulson congratulated Larissa Martin and Jack Tuohy as this year’s Minnesota High School League Triple “A” award winners for Chatfield High School. The award goes to a high school senior boy and girl who have a 3.0 or better grade point average and who excel in league sponsored athletic and fine arts activities. They will now move on to represent CHS at the sub-section. A new mentor program has been started for 40 identified students in grades 9-12 who are struggling academically and /or have other needs. Teachers have volunteered to be mentors to these students. The purpose of this program is to expose these students to a nurturing and caring environment, direct their academic success, guide them in personal development and ensure these students have a person they can turn to in the high school. Jessica Hanson is coordinating this effort and Marcia Schindler will help guide teachers with her recent training in connection with students for success. This ties in with the new focus on improving student culture at the high school. Under consent items, the following items were approved: the November 19 meeting minutes, the resignation of Board member Jerry Chase, the hiring of Jayna Harstad as head cross country coach and the job posting for the assistant cross country coach. Other new business approved was the Resolution Discontinuing and Reducing Program and Positions that is approved each year to allow for changes in staffing if needed. Also approved was the acceptance of office and oath for newly elected school board members. Lanny Isensee and Scott Backer were re-elected in the November election. The meeting was adjourned and the next meeting will be in the high school forum room on January 21 at 7 p.m.
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Letter to Santa Dear Santa, I've been being very good girl all year long. This year I'm asking for a LOL ball, Shopkins and a new Fingerling. Thank you. Love, Genesis Harris age 4, Spring Valley
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Dear Santa, I have been a good boy, here is my list. 1. Skateboard 2. Robot 3. Donkey Jackson Grover Age 6 Rushford, MN
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Dear Santa, My name is Bentley and I've been very good this year. I'd like a new Nerf gun and football pads for Christmas. Thank you. Love, Bentley Gebel Age 6, Spring Valley
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Dear Santa, I've been a good boy this year and I'd like to ask for some new Catboy toys. I love PJ masks. Thank you. Love, Dawson Gebel Age 4, Spring Valley
Letter to Santa Dear Santa, I've been such a good boy and helped my mom all year. I'm asking for a new race car, a tablet and Squishies this year. Thank you.
Dear Santa, I have been a good girl and I've worked hard in school. I would like a horse farm. Love, Ava Grover Age 6, Rushford
Letter to Santa
Dear Santa, This year for Christmas i want some legos and i want some more legos and i want a movie with PJ maskes!! Love, Daniel Age 4, Fountain
Love, Prince Dunbar Age 6, Spring Valley
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Letter to Santa
Dear Santa, I've been being a good girl this year and a big helper. I'd like a Ryan Egg, a Hatchimal & a new bike. Thank You Love, Emme Heusinkveld Age 3, Spring Valley
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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
Monday, December 24, 2018
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Fillmore County District Court Fillmore County Police Reports On December 10, Nicholas Richard Brauer, 32, of Mabel, appeared before District Court Judge Matthew J. Opat. Brauer is charged with four felonies: 3rd Degree Assault (Substantial Bodily Harm), Domestic Assault (Commits Act With Intent to Cause Fear), Domestic Assault (Intentionally Inflicts or Attempts to Inflict Bodily Harm), and Domestic Assault (by Strangulation). The first three counts each carry maximum criminal penalties of five years in prison, $10,000 fines, or both. The last carries a maximum criminal penalty of three years in prison, a $5,000 fine, or both. On or about December 10, in Mabel, the defendant allegedly repetitively assaulted a significant other, including by strangulation, leaving multiple physical signs of trauma. The defendant allegedly registered a .142 on a PBT and has two prior assault convictions (4th Degree Assault, Domestic Assault). On December 10, Noah Shaun Marin-Forrester, 23,
of Rushford, appeared before District Court Judge Matthew J. Opat. Marin-Forrester is charged with two felonies: 1st Degree Drugs - Possess 50 Grams or More (Cocaine or Methamphetamine) and 2nd Degree Drugs - Possess 25 Grams or More (Cocaine or Methamphetamine). The first carries a maximum criminal penalty of 30 years in prison, a $1,000,000 fine, or both, the second a maximum criminal penalty of 25 years in prison, a $500,000 fine, or both. On or about December 7, in Rushford, a stationary deputy allegedly followed a car whose owner had an outstanding warrant. The officer allegedly approached the driver/defendant (who wasn’t the vehicle’s owner) outside of a Rushford business. The defendant was allegedly repetitively combative and non-compliant. He thus was tased. Allegedly found on the defendant’s person, in total, was 51.5 grams of substance that tested positive for methamphetamine.
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Movie showing of Decoding the Driftless to be held in Harmony The recently released documentary movie, Decoding the Driftless will be shown at the Jem Theatre in Harmony, Minn., the first weekend in January. Showings will be Saturday, January 5 at 11 a.m., Sunday, January 6 at 1:30 p.m., and Monday, January 7 at 7:30 p.m. The showing on Saturday, January 5 will include a visit from writer and producer George Howe, who will be available for your questions. Recorded DVDs of the movie Decoding the Driftless will be available for purchase. Come enjoy seeing footage of many local sites right here in our own area where we live, which is known as the Driftless Area! Join us for a wild ride of adventure above, on, and below the amazing Driftless Region! Created by Sustainable
Driftless, Inc., and Untamed Science, the Emmy-winning filmmakers have teamed up to capture fantastic footage of the Driftless Region, and have woven it into a compelling story, in a way never done before. You’ll soar over ancient rugged bluffs, skim the surface of primordial rivers, venture deep underground to mysterious secret worlds, marvel at sacred archaeological treasures, and hang perilously over massive rock cliffs. Ticket prices will be $5 for adults and $4 for students and seniors. One thing for sure, you’ll never forget this film, and you’ll want to share it with everyone you know! For more information visit www.sustainabledriftless.org. This event is hosted by the City of Harmony Arts Board.
Chatfield Police Department Shan LeRoy John Fritz, 29, St. Paul, Minn.; 9/8/2018, Expired Driver’s License - Over 21 Years of Age, Fine $100, Total Fees $220. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Michael Howard Ellis, 30, Mabel, Minn.; 1/17/2018, DWI - Operate Motor Vehicle Under Influence of Alcohol, Fine $3,000 (stay $2,100 until 11/19/2020), Total Fees $1,025. Local Confinement - 365 days (stay 335 days for one year). Jail term to be completed by December 31; defendant has the option to do 56 days of EAM/EHM in lieu of the 28 days of jail; defendant needs to decide by December 7, by 5:00 p.m. if he intends to serve the jail time or have EAM/EHM arranged; defendant will also have to serve his 48 hours starting at 5:00 p.m. on December 7. Supervised probation for two years - Conditions (11/19/2018): Sign Probation Agreement, Contact with probation, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Educational assessment/program, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Chemical dependency evaluation/treatment within 60 days, Follow recommendations of evaluation, No alcohol/ controlled substance use (with the exception of prescribed medications), No possession of alcohol or drugs (with the exception of prescribed medications), Do not enter bars or liquor stores, Submit to Chemical Testing, No driver’s license violations, No driving without insurance, Follow all state and federal criminal laws, Contact probation officer as directed, Tell probation officer within 72 hours if have contact with law enforcement, if charged with any new crime, and/or if change address, employment, or telephone number, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, Sign releases of information as directed, No contact with persons associated with illegal drugs, Mental Health Evaluation (and follow recommendations), No assault/ aggressive/threatening behavior, Cognitive skill training. Wayne Roland Haug, 68, Lanesboro, Minn.; 10/30/2018, Inattentive Driving/Fail to Drive With Due Care, Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Dalton Lee Hayes, 25, Burlington, Iowa; 11/20/2018, Exceed Limit of 30 mph Urban District (40/30), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Richard Marshall Lagani Jr., 37, Solon, Iowa; 10/14/2018, Speeding - Exceed Limit - 65 mph on Freeways and Expressways (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Brandon James Wesley Lastine, 31, Fairmont, Minn.; 6/6/2018, Domestic Assault -
MN Department of Natural Resources Enforcement Division Commit an Act with Intent Scott Aaron Blagsvedt, 57, to Cause Fear in Another of Rushford, Minn.; 11/24/2018, Immediate Bodily Harm or Transportation of Firearms Death (Consecutive/Concur- - Loaded Firearm, Fine $100, rent), Fine $50, Total Fees Total Fees $190. MN State Patrol - Rochester $140. Local Confinement 365 days. Credit for time Chad Allan Frickson, 38, served: 93 days. 5/20/2018, Dover, Minn.; 11/102018, Domestic Abuse No Contact Speeding (72/55), Fine $60, Order - Violate No Contact Total Fees $150. Order - Within Ten Years of Gregory Thomas MelarPrior (Gross Misdemeanor), tin, 31, Spring Valley, Minn.; Fine $50, Total Fees $140. 11/26/2018, Speed Exceed in Defendant may be released Special Zone Set by Commisdirectly to inpatient treatment sioner (50/40), Fine $40, Total once a bed becomes avail- Fees $130. able; if defendant satisfactorily Patricia Lyyn Wuttke, 30, La completes the inpatient treat- Crosse, Wis.; 10/1/2018, No ment, he will get day-for-day Insurance Driver, Fine $200, credit towards his jail term; if Total Fees $290. 10/1/2018, defendant does not satisfac- Texting/Use of Electronic Device torily complete or absconds While Driving, Fine $50. Preston Police Department from treatment, he is to report back to jail to complete his Tyler Thomas Anderson, 40, jail term; if defendant success- Lanesboro, Minn.; 9/25/2018, fully completes treatment and Speeding (40/30), Fine $40, is referred to a halfway house, Total Fees $130. he will be given two for one Mikayla Catherine Baker, jail credit (only if he satisfac- 20, Preston, Minn.; 11/1/2018, torily completes the program); Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, if defendant does not complete Total Fees $150. the program, or in the event David Garcia Ramos, 45, his time in treatment or after- Fountain, Minn.; 11/10/2018, care does not complete his jail Driving Without a Valid License sentence, he is to report back or Vehicle Class/Type; Multiple to jail to complete his jail term. Licenses Prohibited, Fine $100, Jerry Allen Meiners, 61, Total Fees $190. Rushford Police Department Eyota, Minn.; 11/14/2018, Passing in a No Passing Zone, Connor Jade Johnson, 20, Houston, Minn.; 9/21/2018, Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Tommy Joe Simpson, 40, Loud Muffler/Exhaust, Fine $50, Zephyrhills, Fla.; 9/22/2018, Total Fees $145. Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Justine Nicole Taylor, 30, Maple Grove, Minn.; 11/21/2018, Failure to Yield at Stop Sign, Fine $50, Total Fees $140.
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Lanesboro school levy to increase thanks to November 6 vote By Hannah Wingert The Lanesboro school district held its Truth in Taxation meeting at the December 13 school board meeting. No one from the public was present for comments or questions. During the 2017-18 fiscal year, the district’s revenues were $4,915,918 and expenditures were $5,205,976. The levy was set at $423,478.95 during that time. This year’s levy has been set at $868,693.87 due to the November 6 bond referendum for the facilities project which passed. It was noted that the preliminary tax statements that Lanesboro residents have already received did not reflect that voter approved portion of the levy as the estimates were required to be sent out before the election date. Residents can expect to receive an updated and final tax statement in January with the total amount. Superintendent Matt Schultz pointed out that even with the sizable levy increase for the Lanesboro school district this year, levies in neighboring and comparable districts are still
higher than Lanesboro’s. Representatives from HSR Associates visited the school on December 4 to meet with staff and administrators and discuss their specific works spaces and needs for the upcoming facilities project. They also spoke with the director of the Lanesboro Child Care Center about the daycare’s needs. Secondary principal Brett Clarke and industrial arts teacher Paul Cutting were added to the facilities committee. The committee has been meeting regularly with HSR and is in the process of reviewing and modifying the preliminary plans for the facilities renovations and updates to ensure that things go smoothly once the project is underway. Time frames for the different parts of the project will be set soon. Lanesboro alumni and RCTC project manager Shane Jensen was hired as the facility project consultant. “He would be our representative throughout the scope of this project,” Schultz said, adding that Jensen has been doing this
type of work since 1994 and is giving the school a good deal on his services as he is a former graduate. An unpaid leave of absence was approved for Tammy McCabe. Board policy 701 regarding the establishment and adoption of the school district budget, policy 701.1 regarding the modification of the school district budget, and policy 702 regarding accounting were all reviewed in their second reading and approved by the board. A resolution relating to $8,120,000 in general obligation bonds was also approved, which states official intent to proceed with and authorizes the issuance and sale of the bonds. It was noted that the number was a little lower than originally estimated because interest rates are lower than they had been predicted for this time frame. Another resolution regarding the financing of the proposed project to be undertaken by the school district was also approved. Kali Olstad from Smith Schafer & Associates, LTD presented the
Lanesboro Public School’s 201718 audit report. There were no issues with the audit, and the district received a clean report. The general fund expenditures and transfers exceeded revenues by $304,391, which decreased the total general fund balance to $1,903,243. Roof repairs to the gymnasium and the purchase of a new bus were both covered by the general fund this year. The food service fund revenues exceeded the expenditures by $40,390, which increased the food service fund balance to $131,318. The total deficit balance of the community service fund was $239,864 for the year end of June 30, 2018. The board approved the audit. The board approved the continuation of the district’s contract with HSR Associates for their architecture and engineering services. “They’ve been very good to work with so far,” board member Steve Snyder commented. “We’ve been very satisfied.” The Lanesboro Schools World’s Best Workforce plan was reviewed and approved.
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An early dismissal on December 21, 2018, at 11:34 a.m. was approved by the board. Superintendent Schultz briefed the board on research he had done on Novel Energy Solutions from St. Charles, Minn., about solar energy options. “There are some pretty significant opportunities for us to do something with solar energy for the school,” Schultz said. Currently, the school pays the residential rate for energy, which is 14.5 cents per kilowatt. Novel Energy Solutions offers an option where the company would purchase a solar energy system for the school and sell it the energy. This would allow Novel Energy Solutions to benefit from the tax rebates. After five or six years, the company would then sell the system to the school. “We could see some pretty significant savings by going with solar energy,” Schultz noted. The highest amount that the school would have to pay would be 10.5 cents per kilowatt with solar energy. More research will be done before a decision is made. The next Lanesboro School Board meeting will be on January 14 at 7 p.m.
Fillmore Central board member recognized for six years of service By Hannah Wingert Fillmore Central Board Member Emily Ellis Onsager was recognized for her six years of service on the school board and presented with a plaque during the regular December 18 meeting. The board expressed their gratitude to Ellis Onsager for her time and dedication. The Fillmore Central School Board reviewed the 2018 levy and held a Truth in Taxation meeting. The total levy came to $1,668,386.46 with $943,431.29 going to the general fund, $77,600.96 going to the community service fund, $549,934.94 going to debt service, and $97,419.27 going to OPEB. This is an increase of 2.64% from last year’s levy. The 2018 levy was approved. A representative from A & F Consulting was present at the
meeting with updated plans for the high school and football field renovations. The high school renovations included moving the office area from the second floor to the first and making it the main entrance of the school for security purposes. The library would then be moved to where the offices currently are. The books in the library would be downsized to allow for extra seating space. Renovations would also be done to the cafeteria and kitchen, such as adding a second check-out station to the lunchroom to expedite progress through the line, which would give the students extra time for lunch. The plans included updated gender equality locker rooms as well. The football field renovations will be starting in the spring
Preston certifies final levy By Karen Reisner At the December 18 Preston City Council meeting, during a discussion on the 2019 budget, there was a disagreement about the budget line item for the National Trout Center. Councilman David Collett suggested the NTC budget should be cut by $10,000. The total 2018 budget for the NTC was $26,500, which also includes EDA funding. Mayor Kurt Reicks argued that the NTC was a significant part of tourism, which is a big part of our economy. It brings people into town. Councilwoman Holly Zuck opined that any entity that is part of tourism takes a long time to develop, “baby steps every year.” Why would you cut them off; you are suggesting a 50% reduction from the General Fund.
Councilman Robert Maust said he agreed with Zuck and suggested there be a 10% reduction in a year. Zuck added we don’t know how many people come to town and fish because of NTC marketing. Maust questioned why the NTC hasn’t continued to pursue funding from the state, like the Eagle Center has, to build a permanent home for the center. Reicks insisted if we are going to reduce their funding by 10%, we have to let them know at the beginning of the year so they can plan. Maust moved that the NTC be put on notice that there will be a 10% decrease (a $1,900 decrease or an appropriation of $17,100) in the 2020 budget. This is a 10% decrease from the portion that the city council
of 2019 as soon as school dismisses for the summer. A new grandstand will be built as well as bathroom facilities, which will have doors on both sides of the building. One set of doors will be accessible from outside of the football field to allow campers access to the bathrooms during the summer months. Those doors would be locked during football games to keep people from entering without purchasing a ticket. The bleachers will stay where they currently are, but the football field itself will be moved 15-20 feet to the north. The construction is planned to be completed by the time the 2019 football season starts. The board did not need to approve the renovations plans at this time, but did approve A & F Consulting as the owner’s rep for the projects.
Principal Heath Olstad reported that the holiday concerts at both the Preston and Harmony locations were well received. “Hats off to our fine arts department, and the support our community and families give to our students,” he commented. Kathy Stafki was hired for SAC in place of Emma Breitsprecher during sports activities. It was reported that 32 students are out for wrestling this year and so Walker Ward was approved as an assistant coach. He had previously been approved as a volunteer for the wrestling program. The 2019 driver training fees were approved at the same rate as last year. The cost is $330 for Fillmore Central students, $380 for out-of-district students, and $40 per hour for extra behindthe-wheel time.
appropriates. The motion was approved. Collett voted no. The 2019 proposed budget of $2,369,091 shows an increase of $103,829. The increase includes an effective $38,419 increase in the street improvement fund. The difference or decrease in bond payments due next year is being captured and reallocated to the street improvement fund. Health insurance expenses will increase 7.1%. Salaries will increase 2.5%. Street lighting expense will be reduced by $15,000 due to the conversion to LED lighting. Local Government Aid will increase by $189. Revenue from police contracts (Fountain and Lanesboro) will increase by $5,552. The budget was approved as presented. Collett voted no. A resolution to approve the final levy was approved. The 2019 total levy is $942,046 which represents a 5% increase
over 2018. Other business in brief • The 2019 Workers Compensation payment to the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust in the amount of $38,617 was approved. The city, park board, and ambulance service share in this expense. • A proposal for the 2019 official newspaper from News Leader/Bluff Country Reader was approved. • The state requested that the city create an escrow fund to receive donations to the veterans home project. Funds will be deposited in the escrow account when received and dispersed in a single transfer to the state in February. The council approved the creation of an interest bearing account at F & M bank. • Approval was given to move the January 7 city council meeting to Wednesday, January 9 at 6 p.m.
The board discussed options for lawn mowing in the upcoming summer months. Over the last three years, the total cost of paying someone to mow at both locations was $9,725, $7,845, and $9,075 consecutively. Superintendent Richard Keith asked the board to consider purchasing equipment so that the district’s maintenance department could take over the mowing. “I’m for looking into it,” board member Jim Love said. “It would save you money down the road.” The rest of the board was amenable to the idea as well, and Superintendent Keith will obtain quotes for the equipment needed so the board can make a decision at a future meeting. The next Fillmore Central school board meeting will be held on January 22 at 6:30 p.m. in Harmony.
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Fillmore County Sports Triple-Double to 1,000 By Paul Trende The 1,000-point threshold in high school basketball is a touted accomplishment. Those who get there are t y p i c a l l y The Trende naturally Report blessed. They work hard to improve. In today’s s m a l l schools, kids have ample time on varsity Paul Trende to ascend to the mark, as they sometimes play as early as freshman or even eighth grade. Mabel-Canton junior Payton Danielson played a lot as a seventh grader (100 points, trio of double-digit games). She was all but destined to top 1,000 points. But the ultra-quick Cougar leadguard went over the threshold while also accomplishing a significant individual game feat. She authored a triple-double. Versus Lanesboro, Danielson scored 20 points (9-15 FGs), hustled to 10 rebounds, handed out 5 assists, and swiped 14 steals. The 1,000point mark fell on a Coach Adam
Wilder designed play right out of halftime, a made mid-range bank shot. The Cougars got an easy win, 62-22. Lauren Wyffels (15 pts, 3-4 threes) added a career high. Lexi Thorson (10 pts, 3-7 threes) and Maddy Michels (8 pts, 9 rebs) helped. Emily Snyder had a doubledouble for the Burros (10 pts, 12 rebs). Danielson is the eighth Lady Cougar to hit the 1,000-point mark, joining Coranda Vickerman (1,578), Marty Dahlen (1,374), Heidi Luehmann (1,306), Tori Lind (1,185), Tiffany Williams (1,173), Karlie Urbaniak (1,049), and Lydia Geving (1,047).
Goetzinger, Herber Win at FCLMC Invite
It was a bit of a down year for county teams, champion-wise, at FCLMC’s annual Holiday Wrestling Tournament. Only LARPs Noah Herber, left, and Chatfield’s Seth Goetzinger, right, were crowned champions at two guys won titles, but there the FCLMC Wrestling Invite. Herber took 182 while Goetzinger took 126. Photo by Paul Trende were seven second place finishers and eight third place guys. GMLOS (227.5) rode eight first Chatfield’s fourth-ranked Seth L pin), Grady Schott (170 > W pin), and Campbell Berge (160 place finishers to the team title Goetzinger grabbed the 126- pin, W 17-2 TF, L pin), and A.J. > L pin, W pin, W pin, W pin) over Chatfield (198.5), which pound title (three pins), scoring Karver (220 > W pin, W pin, L took third, combining for nine was participating in its first a fall amidst trailing in the cham- pin) took second. Cael Bartels pins (all their wins came that action of the year. LARP (125.5) pionship bout with Decorah’s (120 > W pin, L 7-3 D, W pin, way). Ninth-ranked Davontae tied for fourth and FCLMC Kyzer Engen. Gophers Jacob W pin), Nathan Goldsmith (145 (79) took sixth (of nine total). Stephas (160 > W 9-4 D, W pin, > W pin, L 10-9, W pin, W See SPORTS Page 23
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Goldsmith (182 > W pin, L 17-8 MD, W FF, W 9-0 MD) also took third. LARP’s 4th-ranked Noah Herber grabbed the 182pound title courtesy of a couple of pins. The Screamin’ Eagles then had a trio of runner-ups in #7 at 113 Ross Herber (120 > W 7-3 D, L pin to Winona’s #2 in AAA Ryan Henningson), Gable Speltz (132 > W pin, win 8-2 D, L 5-0 D), and Dominic Jenkins (145 > W pin, W 10-9 D, L 9-8). Jenkins battled Chatfield’s Nathan Goldsmith and GMLOS’s #2 at 132 Jackson Hale in high-scoring one-point
decisions. Tyler Kreidermacher (106 > W pin, L pin, W 10-0 MD) and #4 at 120 Carter Jonsgaard (126 > W pin, L 14-11 D, W pin, W 17-2 TF) took third. FCLMC got a second from 10th-ranked Caden Anderson (138 > W pin, win 11-10 MD, L 11-3 MD), thirds from Bradon Knutson (113 > L pin, W pin, W pin) and Michael Barrett (220 > L pin, W pin, W Injury, W 16-15). Barrett lost to LARP’s Carter Weidemann (pin) early. In the third place bout, Barrett won 16-15 over Weidemann despite finishing the third period on bottom in a headlock. All told, 11 kids ranked in Minnesota competed in the tourney.
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Tuesday, December 11 was Payton Danielson Day. The M-C junior girl topped the 1,000-point threshold amidst notching a tripledouble versus Lanesboro. See “Triple Double to 1,000” for more. Danielson, just 5’4”, had three double-doubles on the week. She is averaging a double-double on the season (12.8 PPG, 11.4 RPG, 3.6 APG, 6.1 SPG).
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Kings of Three for a Half
In recent memory, Kingsland boys basketball has developed a reputation for shooting the three. The Knights are streaky as hell. When hot, they scorch. Versus Lanesboro, they put on a show which rivalled their famous 2015 1A semifinal with Spring Grove. After an early miss, they hit threes on five straight possessions and nine straight to end the first half! The Burros were buzz-sawed and trailed 45-27 at half, 49-27 early in the second. The streakiness ended. Kingsland missed all ten of its second half threes. Lanesboro crept as close as eight (63-55) in the final couple minutes, but John Fenske’s group prevailed 66-57. Wyatt Pruter (25 pts, 4-6 threes, 7 rebs) led the barrage, aided by Reid Kruegel (9 pts, 8 rebs, 7 asts, 6 stls), Nick Wernimont and Zach Hauser (12 pts each). Carson Schwichtenberg (18 pts, 4-15 threes), Andrew Luck (14 pts, 6 rebs), and Sawyer Johnson (12 pts, 4-9 threes) did the “O” damage for Lanesboro, which went 9 of 37 from deep. Connor Ruen (6 pts, 12 rebs) and John Prestemon (5 pts, 7 rebs, 5 asts) did intangible work. The Burros fall to 0-3, 2-4.
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mate Blake Henry is 9-Man football All-State HM. Journal covered basketball teams have yet to take big steps forward. A number are hovering around .500. Chatfield’s boys had a 2-1 week, beating Southland and Z-M, losing to D-E. Josef Fahrenholtz had double-doubles in all three contests. Landon Bance went 11 of 15 from distance versus D-E (18 pts) and Z-M (19 pts). Reid Johnson had 23 versus the Eagles. The Gophers are 1-2, 2-2. R-P’s boys went 2-1, beating Cotter and Mayer Lutheran, losing to Caledonia. Landon Skalet (12 pts, 10 ast, 9 stls) neared a triple-double versus the Ramblers. Sophomore Luke O’Hare had a career-high 23 versus the Warriors. He’s averaging 16.3 PPG (50% shooting). The Trojans are 1-2, 3-3. Kingsland’s boys are 2-1, 2-2. Wyatt Pruter is averaging 20 PPG. M-C’s girls are 3-2, 4-3 (see Athlete of the Week). FC’s girls are 3-2, 4-3. Madison Scheevel has hit three-plus threes five times in seven games. Kingsland’s girls are 1-2, 2-2. Houston’s Mikkel Schutte authored his third 10 and 15 effort in four games in a loss to SG (13 pts, 17 rebs). FC’s boys had two career-high performances, from Josh Peters (30 pts, 7-14 threes) versus L-A, and Cory Brown (22 pts, 6-12 threes) versus Caledonia. The Falcons (0-3, 0-5), Lanesboro’s girls (0-4, 0-5), and Chatfield’s girls (0-5, 0-7) are all still winless.
It was an inauspicious start to the season for Houston girls basketball. Two long road trips and a night-game, day-game, backto-back, equaled and 0-3 start for last year’s SEC East champs. The Boys Basketball ‘Canes were happy to be home (12/11 – 12/15) hosting Kingsland. Inspired, they got win number one 60-48. Free Chatfield 60, Southland 47 throws were a difference, as the (C: R. Johnson 16 pts, 6 rebs; J. ‘Canes went 20 of 27 to King- Fahrenholtz 17 pts (8-13 FGs), 10 sland’s 15 of 30. Each team strug- rebs, 7 asts) gled from deep, Kingsland going Cotter 23, R-P 69 (RP: L. 1 of 19, Houston 0 of 7. New Skalet 12 pts, 10 assists, 9 stls; Nordicchamp Lanes ‘Cane scoring Alyssa Ros- L. O’Hare 12 pts (6-8 FGs); Ben 403 S Mill Street • Rushford, MN tad (25 pts,507-864-7799 11-11 FTs, 7 rebs) led Wieser/Vinnie Mason 8 pts each (8-10 combined FGs). Twelve the way.www.nordiclanes.com Emma Geiwitz (12 407pts, S. 5Mill Street • Rushford, Trojans scored) MN rebs, 5 stls) and Becca (507) Rostad (11 864-7214 • www.the-creamery.com #6 in AA Caledonia 94, FC 40 pts, 5 rebs) helped. Lauren (16 (FC: C. Brown career-high 22 pts pts, 8 rebs, 5 asts) and Ellie Buch(6-12 threes)) holtz (12 pts) led the Knights. Houston then made a shorter trip M-C 45, GM 81 (M-C: Dylan to Lanesboro. The Burros, fresh Loppnow 14 (7-10 FGs), 7 rebs; off a rough loss to M-C, played D. Wyffels 6 pts, 5 rebs, 6 assists) tough for almost a half (trailed Houston 37, SG 53 (H: M. 27-23 late in the first). Hous- Schutte 13 pts, 17 rebs, 3 asts, 4 ton then overwhelmed the Burros stls, 3 blks; Caiden Danielson 13 with their half-court press and pts (6-8 FGs). Hou: 0-3, 1-3) transition, running 23-3 on either FC 58, L-A 76 (FC: J. Peters side of intermission to lead 50-26. career-high 30 pts (7-14 threes); The ‘Canes got a 2-0 week, and Tyler Raaen 11 pts, 6 rebs) improved to 2-3, courtesy of a D-E 84, Chatfield 72 (C: R. 69-34 final. A-Rostad (23 pts, Johnson 23 pts (11-12 FTs), 4 8 rebs, 6 stls), Geiwitz (18 pts > stls; L. Bance 18 pts (6-6 threes); 16 in first half, 8-13 FGs, 5 rebs, J. Fahrenholtz 12 pts, 12 rebs) 4 stls), B-Rostad (12 pts), and R-P 64, Caledonia 87 (RP: L. Sydney Torgerson (11 pts, 6 rebs) O’Hare career-high 23 pts, 8 rebs; gave Houston four in double fig- L. Skalet 10 pts) ures. Sophia Simes (11 pts) and R-P 51, Mayer Lutheran 48 Emily Snyder (8 pts, 7 rebs) led (RP: L. O’Hare 14 pts, 4 rebs, 4 asts; Kobe Lind 10 pts (3-5 the Burros. threes); L. Skalet 8 pts, 6 asts; JusHot Shots tin Ruberg 9 pts, 6 rebs; B. Wieser M-C senior safety Drew Wyffels 8 pts (4-4 FGs), 5 rebs.) has been named 9-Man football Chatfield 67, Z-M 58 (C: L. All-State 1st team and third team Bance career-high 19 pts (5-9 All-State any class. Wyffels added threes); David Castleberg 17 pts a career-best 28-point game (five (6-8 FGs), 10 rebs; J. Fahrenholtz threes) on the hardwood, leading 13 pts, 11 rebs (third straight M-C past South Winn. Team- double double); R. Johnson 11
pts. HVL/TRC Showcase) FC 39, Triton 64 (FC: J. Peters 16 pts, 4 stls; Ian Shupe 10 pts. HVL/TRC Showcase) M-C 52, South Winn 49 (M-C: D. Wyffels career-high 28 pts (5-8 threes), 6 rebs, 4 stls; Ryan Kuhn 11 pts. D. Loppnow DNP. Second weekend of Decorah Border Battle. Cougs: 1-1, 2-3) Crestwood 62, Kingsland 49 (K: W. Pruter 17 pts; Z. Hauser 12 pts. Cadets won fourth quarter 15-2, breaking a 47-47 tie through three. Second weekend of Decorah Border Battle)
Girls Basketball (12/10 -12/15)
L-A 62, FC 72 (FC: Paige Donlinger 18 pts, 7 rebs, 4 asts; M. Scheevel 17 pts (3-8 threes); Emma Breitsprecher 13 pts, 8 rebs, 5 stls. LA: Myia Ruzek 32 pts (11-17 FTs), 10 rebs) R-P 34, Cotter 48 (RP: Abbey Hoegh 9 pts, 7 rebs) Southland 61, Chatfield 47 (C: Silja Erickson 9 pts, 6 rebs, 4 asts; Alanna Goetzinger 7 pts, 12 rebs; Lauren Cole 8 pts) FC 56, Caledonia 70 (FC: M. Scheevel 17 pts (4-11 threes); P. Donlinger 10 pts, 10 rebs, 5 asts; Kandace Sikkink 15 pts, 8 rebs; Kassidy Broadwater 7 pts, 9 rebs, 4 asts. C: Katie Tornstrom 32 pts (12-19 FGs, 6-11 threes), 11 rebs) Caledonia 34, R-P 78 (RP: Lauren Lawston 10 pts, 6 rebs. C: K. Tornstrom 42 pts (11-15 threes). Trojans: 0-5, 2-6) Chatfield 33, D-E 63 (C: Abby Nosbisch 7 pts) M-C 52, SG 55 (M-C: M. Michels 12 pts, 13 rebs; L. Wyffels 11 pts, 11 rebs; P. Danielson 10 pts, 13 pts, 4 asts, 3 stls. Cougars led 35-26 at half, lost four starters to foul out. FTs: M-C 11-20, SG 22-41) Triton 70, Chatfield 40 (C: S. Erickson 8 pts, 8 rebs; Paige Erickson 9 pts. HVL/TRC Showcase) Riceville 29, M-C 61 (M-C: P. Danielson season-high 23 pts (8-16 FGs, 5-6 FTs), 14 rebs, 7 stls; M. Michels 11 pts, 5 rebs, 4 asts; Lexi Thorson 8 pts, 5 rebs, 4 asts, 4 stls. Second weekend of Decorah Border Battle) Decorah 36, Kingsland 40 (K: L. Buchholtz 16 pts; Shelby Beck 11 pts, 7 rebs; E. Buchholtz 10 pts, 5 stls. K: 0-17 threes. Second weekend of Decorah Border Battle)
Wrestling (12/10)
FCLMC 34, Triton 42 (FCLMC won six of the first seven matches to lead 34-6, but lost 152 through 195 (forfeits at 160, 170, 182, 195) to trail 36-34. After a double forfeit at 220, a Cobra pin a heavyweight secured the match. Connor Wingert (106), Bradon Knuston (113), Orion Sass (126), and Carter Hovland (145) had pins, Caden Anderson (138 > 9-1) an MD. Wolves took 126 by forfeit); FCLMC 6, #6 in A Goodhue 63 (Wolves only win was Cale Anderson’s pin at 132. FCLMC: 0-2)
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82 ACRES ON THE ROOT RIVER
Totally renovated & remodeled 3 bedroom 2 bath home. All the walls have new sheet rock and will be mudded, taped and painted in neutral color. New plumbing & electrical with new furnace and water heater. Mud room is also home to main floor laundry – all new. ¾ bath on main floor with shower – all new. New laminate flooring throughout main floor. Stairs and upper level will have all new carpet. Upstairs full bath is all new. Both baths will have linoleum installed, new toilets, sinks etc. Formal dining room has arched doorway to living room area. Kitchen will have new countertops and cabinets re-installed. New appliances will be installed or $4,000 appliance allowance, whichever new buyer would like. New shingles on front of the house and new wood front steps. This house will be totally new. Come look early and pick out your own paint and flooring colors!
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$184,900 #5033706
• 3 Bedrooms • Original wood work • 2,398 sq. ft. • 9’ Ceilings • Refinished hardwood floors throughout main • New sun room with fireplace • Skylight • Oak floors • Replacement windows • Steel siding • Newer roof • 2 car garage (24’ x 34’) with heated workshop INCREDIBLE HILLTOP SETTING WITH GORGEOUS VIEWS
$409,900 $599,999 10735 COUNTY ROAD 136 SE, CHATFIELD #5033583 12716 COUNTY RD 138 SE, CHATFIELD #5033736 • 4 Bedrooms • 2 baths • 3 Car garage • Steel siding • Remodeled Kitchen • Custom cabinets, Backsplash • Granite tops • Hardwood floors • Wrap around porch • 2013 Pole shed (48’x80’) • Barn w/metal exterior • 2.5 acres pasture with shed/corral • New roof & septic BUILD SOME SWEAT EQUITY
• 3 Plus bedrooms • 3 Baths • 3 Car Garage • Built 1990 • 2,143 sq. ft. on one floor • No steps • Handicap Accessible • 26’ x 27’ Workshop • 54’ x 54’ Barn/Shed with box/tie stalls • 36 tillable acres • Excellent hunting with +/- 20 wooded acres • Awesome horse setup • +/- 1620 ft North Branch Root River
80 ACRES $899,900 12738 MILL CREEK RD SE, CHATFIELD #5034287
• 6 Bedrooms • 4 Baths • 3 Car garage • 4,680 sq. ft. • In-floor heat on both levels • Custom woodwork • 3’ doors • Hardwood & ceramic tile floors • Walkout • Additional living quarters in lower level • Open layout • View • Sunroom • 40 tillable acres • Pole Shed BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED 1878 QUEEN ANNE
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• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Custom Walkout Ranch • 2004 • Both floors have in-floor heat • Handicap accessible • Ceramic tile throughout • Granite tops • Fireplace • Barn/Machine shed (40’x96’) 3 Box stalls • 5 double tie stalls • 60 acres tillable • 55 acres pasture • 8 acres woods, Balance yard BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY!
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$149,900 26198 COUNTY 38, SPRING VALLEY #5034479 309 FREEMAN ST NW, PRESTON • 4 Bedroom • 2 Bath • 2 Car garage • 2,664 sq. ft. • 1961-1.5 Story • Hardwood floors • Poured foundation • New metal roof & windows • Numerous outbuildings • Hobby Farm • Selling “AS-IS” condition • Cash/Conventional
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• Totally renovated building • Commercial kitchen • Pizza ovens • 3 Baths • 2 Dining areas • Finished LL • Operating as Bank Gift Haus & Margaret’s Tea Room • Professional rental office with separate access
CHATFIELD – JORDAN TOWNSHIP! 154 Acres of bare land, (100 acres tillable, 40 acres pasture with spring, 14 acres woods/non-tillable). Possible building site. $885,000 $840,000 $750,000 WYKOFF – Farm in Jordan Township – 124 acres located in a beautiful valley with the Root River running through the property. Approximately 45 acres could be tillable with the balance being fenced pasture. Includes hay shed. $399,900
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• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Garage • 0.52 acres • Main floor living • Hardwood floors • Vinyl siding • Replacement windows • Porch • Addition in 1996 • Second floor gutted to the studs • Move-in condition
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• 5 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 2 Car garage (990 sq. ft.) • Original woodwork • Hardwood floors • 9’ Ceilings • Stained glass windows • Double staircase • Updated wiring • Remodeled kitchen & all baths • Master Suite • 4344 sq. ft. • New windows • Conveniently located close to downtown & bike trail
LOTS & ACREAGES FOR SALE PRESTON- FOUNTAIN TOWNSHIP – 2 Separate-5 acre wooded building sites located just off the blacktop on County Road 117. Good access and excellent hunting. Combine both parcels. #4090298 & #4091939. $59,900 each. FOUNTAIN – CARROLTON TOWNSHIP – 8.5 acre building site with a couple acres of tillable located off the county road high on the hill overlooking the valley. #4077950 $85,000 LANESBORO – 20 acre building site (5 tillable, balance woods) adjacent to state land. Blacktop road, great views, good access, new driveway, trails and tons of wildlife. #4085542 $149,900
LANESBORO – CARROLTON TOWNSHIP – 12 acres of woods with approximately 400’ of creek frontage and adjoins State land. Ideal for hunting, recreation or weekend getaway. Additional land available for building site. #4076539 $49,900 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! $79,900 ST. CHARLES - Walkout lot (0.21 acres) with city utilities in established neighborhood. No Covenants. #4092674 $24,900
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2-story home completely redone to the studs • 3 large bedrooms • 3 baths • Master bedroom with master bath and large walk-in closet New kitchen • Main floor laundry/mudroom • Open living room • Large entry • New deck • New stainless steel appliances • New plumbing and electric • New furnace and c/a • New windows • New insulation throughout • Large yard • Like new • Quick possession available
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PUBLIC NOTICES STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No.: 23-PR-18-817 In Re: Estate of Charles M. Burmeister, also known as Charles Burmeister, Charles Milton Burmeister, Decedent. NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS It is Ordered and Notice is given that on Jan. 8, 2019 at 1:45 pm, a hearing will be held in this Court at 101 Fillmore St, Preston, Minnesota, on a petition for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be a copy of the Decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Will dated August 3, 1982, and for the appointment of Joanne S. Burmeister, whose address is 255 2nd Ave SW, Harmony, Mn 55939 as personal representative of the Decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estate in an unsupervised administration. Any objections to the petition must be raised at the hearing or filed with the Court prior to the hearing. If the petition is proper and no objections are filed or raised, the personal representative will be appointed with the full power to administer the Decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estate, including the power to collect all assets; pay all legal debts, claims, taxes, and expenses; sell real and personal property; and do all necessary acts to administer the Decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estate. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: December 7, 2018 BY THE COURT Matthew J. Opat, Judge of District Court James D. Attwood, Court Administrator /s/Sara Peterson, Deputy Nethercut Schieber PA Greg Schieber (395855) 32 Main Ave N Harmony, MN 55939 Telephone: (507) 886-6131 e-mail: greg@ranlaw.net ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER Publish 17,24 notice carrolton township For the winter months of January, February, March and April 2019, Carrolton Township will meet at 4:00 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month at Carrolton Town Hall. Luanne Storelee, Clerk Publish 24,31
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SUMMARY OF MINUTES DECEMBER 11, 2018 COUNTY BOARD MEETING 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 2018-054: Acquisition of approximately 2.75 acres and donation of 24.75 acres owned by Greg Jenson, Preble Township The Board approved the following agenda items: â&#x20AC;¢ the amended agenda â&#x20AC;¢ the following consent agenda: 1. November 27, 2018 County Board 2. Merit increase for Kim McCabe, Eligibility Worker â&#x20AC;¢ Auditor warrants; pulled Frontier Communications invoice to check with insurance â&#x20AC;¢ approved the 2019 appropriation to the Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) for regular appropriation $215,000 and an additional $2,000 as a local match for the Local Capacity Grant for buffer law compliance activities â&#x20AC;¢ approved the Third Judicial District Court and Fillmore County Administration Cooperative Agreement for the period of December 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019 for Courtroom improvements with $20,000 from the 2019 budget being allocated â&#x20AC;¢ approved adjustments for three clerical errors as submitted in the packet by Cindy Blagsvedt since the County Board of Appeals and Equalization on June 12, 2018, per MN Statute 273.010 and 274.13 â&#x20AC;¢ approved the leave of absence request for Auditor/Treasurer Elect, Heidi Jones. Based upon Attorney Corsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recommendation, since the Finance Officer will no longer be a position within the Auditor/Treasurer Department, the Accounting Technician Lead would be the next available position â&#x20AC;¢ approved the staffing adjustments and organization chart for the Land Records, Recorder and Auditor/Treasurer Departments â&#x20AC;¢ approved continued intermittent employment for Char Meiners to assist with training and staffing as needed not to exceed amount of $5,000 â&#x20AC;¢ approved the contract for the 2019/2020 Minnesota Comprehensive Adult Mental Health Act with the State of Minnesota in the amount of $103,572 â&#x20AC;¢ approved to increase the Mobile Crisis Grant for 2019/2020 to supplement the decrease in grant funding from the State of Minnesota â&#x20AC;¢ approved telecommuting status for Michele Gatzke, Registered Nurse The Chair called the 2019 Fillmore County Truth in Taxation Hearing to order at 6:00 p.m. The following Commissionersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; warrants were approved: Vendor name, description Amount COUNTY REVENUE FUND 1 Source, county supplies 1,344.71 BDS- Bowmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Door Solutions, courthouse security 610.00 Continental Research Corp, custodial supplies 789.91 DS Solutions, Inc., ballots 1,762.50 Election Systems & Software (ES & S), ballots 9,798.39 Fillmore Co Treasurer- Credit Card/ACH, travel, gas, wellness, professional fees 874.88 HEGER/SARA, fees & services 807.98 L & L Street Rods LLC, vehicles purchased 2,000.00 Newman Heating & Cooling LLC, waiver reimbursables 5,800.00 Thomson Reuters- West Payment Center, reference materials 801.00 U Of Mn Regents, contracts 2,299.42 US AutoForce, repairs & maintenance 570.20 Vis Plumbing & Heating Inc, repairs and waver reimbursabels 5,574.72 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) 33,033.71 TOTAL REVENUE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (37 bills - not listed) 5,675.55 TOTAL REVENUE FUND 38,709.26 COUNTY ROAD & BRIDGE FUND Alcon Construction Corp, bridge construction & cost participation 529.53 Barth Construction Inc, weed control 38,721.22 Bruening Rock Products, Inc., aggregate 10,034.78 City of Ostrander, consulting & construction 428,136.82 Core & Main LP, culverts 1,001.32 Frontier Comm, repair & maintenance 5,321.42 Metal Culverts Inc, culverts 2,920.07 Midtech Services Inc, equipment 1,152.75 Newman Signs, traffic signs 1,761.47 Reedsburg Hardware Co, machinery parts 1,726.50 Severson Oil Company, gas/diesel 14,010.04 State Of Mn, fees & services 13,377.10 U Of Mn Regents, registration fees 500.00 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) 526,193.02 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (9 bills - not listed) 1,467.40 TOTAL ROAD & BRIDGE FUND 527,660.42 SANITATION Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations Inc., recycling operation expense 2,668.31 Liberty Tire Recycling LLC, MOP wastes 1,135.11 TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS OVER $500 (listed above) 3,803.42 TOTAL SANITATION FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (6 bills - not listed) 1,170.39 TOTAL SANITATION FUND 4 ,973 .81 COUNTY AIRPORT FUND TOTAL AIRPORT FUND BILLS OVER $500 (none) 0 TOTAL AIRPORT FUND BILLS UNDER $500 (1 bill - not listed) 48.00 TOTAL AIRPORT FUND 48.00 The above represents a summary of the County Board actions on the listed date. 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An Award-Winning Team...
22 AWARDS IN 2018!
In 2018, the team at the Fillmore County Journal has been recognized with 22 awards from three organizations: Minnesota Newspaper Association, Midwest Free Community Publications, and Association of Free Community Papers.
MARY L. ALLEN Reporter
Creative Director
Advertising Sales Representative
Graphic Designer
TAYLOR CASE
MICHELLE QUANRUD Website Administrator
Advertising Sales Representative
Photo Journalist
KIEL LARSON
ANNIE LEWIS
JULIE LITTLE
KAREN REISNER
AMANDA SETHRE
JASON SETHRE
PAUL TRENDE
Graphic Designer
JANA BOYUM
Reporter
ELLEN WHALEN Assistant Editor
FOURTEEN AWARDS
in advertising, editorial, and digital categories 2nd Place – Best Home Page or Landing Page (www.fillmorecountyjournal.com) 2nd Place – Best Overall Website (www.fillmorecountyjournal.com) 3rd Place – Best Original News Story 2nd Place – Best Original Feature Story 1st Place – Best Original Sports Story 3rd Place – Best Original Editorial 1st Place – Best Grocery Ad (“Easter Cheapies” 8-Page Section for Harmony Foods, Preston Foods, Rushford Foods) 2nd Place – Best Grocery Ad (“Give Thanks for Home Cooking” 8-Page Section for Harmony Foods, Preston Foods, Rushford Foods) 3rd Place – Best Grocery Ad (“Merry Markdowns” 8-Page Section for Harmony Foods, Preston Foods, Rushford Foods) 3rd Place – Best Agriculture Ad as part of a Separate Section (National Ag Week) Honorable Mention – Best Agriculture Ad as part of a Separate Section (Farm Safety Week) 2nd Place – Best Holiday Promotion (Tasty Temptations Cookbook) 3rd Place – Best Advertising Promotion distributed separately from newspaper (Visit Bluff Country Magazine)
VERN BUNKE
Reporter
Reporter
MARY WHALEN Reporter
Associate Publisher
RICH WICKS
HANNAH WINGERT
Reporter
Reporter
THREE THIRD PLACE WINNERS in three
key categories
3rd Place - Website 3rd Place - General Reporting 3rd Place - Advertising Excellence
SHERRY HINES
Publisher
BARB JEFFERS
Sports Director
KIRSTEN ZOELLNER Reporter
FIVE AWARDS IN online, print,
and glossy categories
1st Place - Glossy 2017 Cookbook Cover 2nd Place - Editorial 2nd Place - Automotive Advertisement with Spot Color 2nd Place - Banner/Nameplate Honorable Mention - Breast Cancer Awareness Section
These awards reflect on the talent of the Fillmore County Journal team in the areas of editorial content, layout, advertising design, and digital presence.
And, these awards
would not
be possible without the involvement of Journal readers and advertisers.
The Fillmore County Journal finished in First Place overall, bringing home the General Excellence Award for papers that carry news.