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Marzolf Implement: 65 years SLAM Open House at of service and relationships Chatfield High School By M ary L. A llen maryallen@fillmorecountyjournal.com
SLAM (Students Learning Advanced Manufacturing) held an open house in the STEM shop at Chatfield High School on December 18, 2019. According to Calvin Clemons, MSCS (Minnesota State College Southeast) Director of Trade and Technology, this Open Hour is “an opportunity to meet the inspired teachers, administrators and manufacturers who are creating a vibrant part-
nership to bring new education opportunities to high school students in southeast Minnesota.” SLAM is a three-year funded NSF (National Science Foundation) grant to “establish a Rural Advanced Manufacturing Education Hub in the Upper Mississippi River Basin.” NSF dedicated $441,951 to the expansion of MSCS efforts to build high school partnerships throughout southeast Minnesota. Chatfield See SLAM Page 2
Fillmore Central board approves levy By H annah Wingert hannah@fillmorecountyjournal.com
Corey at Marzolf Implement welcomes everyone to stop in. By R ich Wicks rich@fillmorecountyjournal.com
Corey Marzolf, owner of Marzolf Implement in Spring Valley, says that throughout 2019, his business is celebrating 65 years in business, and he attributes that longevity to two guiding principles. Marzolf Implement has always stressed good service after the sale, and maintaining strong relationships with their customers. Regarding the origins of Marzolf Implement, Corey explained that, “My parents, Harold and Carllie, started it.
My dad started working for Sandy Implement, who was the Allis Chalmers dealer in downtown Spring Valley. And then they had the opportunity to buy him out. So they did that in ’54. It was downtown, and then in 1966, this building came up for sale, and my father bought it at an auction.” Since then, the business has been operating at 1221 South Section Avenue, on the southern edge of Spring Valley. For those unfamiliar with Marzolf Implement, Corey explained, “We sell lots of consumer goods, lawn mowers and lots of other outdoor power
Photo by Rich Wicks products, chainsaws, walkbehind snowblowers, lots of parts for farm equipment and tractors… and bigger equipment for farm applications.” He also said they service and repair “just about anything with wheels and an engine, other than a car,” regardless of where the machine was purchased. Corey shared his concern that good service and local stores are becoming harder and harder to find, and he worries what that may mean for farming communities in the years See MARZOLF Page 7
A Truth in Taxation hearing was held at the December 19 Fillmore Central school board meeting. The board reviewed the 2019 payable 2020 levy request and the current budget. The proposed levy came to a total of $1,453,179.43 which is a -12.90% difference from last year’s. The levy was approved. Dean of Students Chris Mensink reported that the matinee and evening K-6 holiday concerts were well-attended. “Mr. Patterson and Mr. Ledin both did a great job,” he said. Principal Heath Olstad noted that the concerts at both the elementary school and high school were excellent. “I’ll just add Sarah Holten’s name with Mr. Patterson and Mr. Ledin,” he said. Mensink noted that the annual label race is coming up in January. “It may be the last one,” he said, explaining that the Box Tops for
Education program is switching to digital label collecting. The dress-down days held in November and December were successful at raising money for the Cords family and the Fillmore County Food Shelf. Students and staff pay a dollar to wear a hat or something similar to school. The district plans to continue the dress-down days once a month to raise money for local needs. A resignation from daycare employee Sydney Huffman was approved as well as a medical leave for gym teacher Maggie Walsh. A teacher contract with Heidi Brown was approved for the second semester and the seniority list was revised to include her. An open enrollment request was received and approved for a Kingsland student to attend Fillmore Central. The 2020 driver training fees were set for the same amount as last year. The cost is $330 for See LEVY Page 8
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High School and Cannon Falls High School are two hubs that have been established with the college with coursework that started this fall. The objective of the NSF grant is multi-faceted. It will provide professional development for high school faculty and increase opportunities for underrepresented populations. It gives early exposure to high-tech equipment in the high school setting and relevant workplace learning experience through internships. The grant also would allow for affordable educational pathways to good living wage careers as students could go right to work as an entry machinist or go on for their technical college or AAS (Associate of Applied Science) with some credits already earned. For rural communities it would increase the advanced manufacturing skill talent pool and they could retain and expand their industry base. Before students demonstrated the CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machines, there was an introduction of the project by both high school principals and members of MSCS. They stressed the importance of this program as a pathway to careers that a high school student may not be aware
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of other than a four-year post-secondary option. Randy Paulson, Chatfield High School principal, stated that small schools cannot afford the machines that are necessary for such a program. This grant and the support of local manufacturers like Tuohy and E-Z Fabrication allow students to access the training needed. It also gives them college credit from MSCS because their instructor Tim Willette is certified to teach the college credit classes. Mike Tuohy, representing Tuohy Furniture, is extremely excited about this program for three reasons. One is that it brings back the fundamentals of manufacturing to local students and two, it is a great opportunity for manufacturers; especially helping smaller companies. Thirdly, it is a great opportunity for students to earn a good living after high school. He said there is no ceiling in many positions and they can work their way to even better paying jobs. Representing students was Brennan Round of Chatfield High School who is dual enrolled in the program and receiving college credit for them. He stated that until he took the ninth grade engineering class and learned of the many opportunities in construction he had not considered this as a career.
The visitors were then invited to watch the machines in progress with students explaining how the machines worked. Students involved in the demonstrations were Alex and Evan Wright, Luke Ihrke, Colby Aarhus, Chance Backer and Liam Palus-Manning. CNC machines are computers that convert a design that has been produced by CAD (Computer Assisted Design) software into numbers. These numbers are like coordinates of a graph and in turn control the movement of the cutter. They were able to watch the CNC plasma cutter cut out rectangles that would be used for a welding assignment, a CNC router that was making a wooden sign, a CNC lathe that was making a bolt and a CNC laser engraver that was carving on wood. In talking with students it was interesting how they will use these classes in the future. Brennan Round reiterated that until he took the ninth grade engineering class he was going to be a meteorologist but quickly learned of all the opportunities he had in the field of construction. Part of the engineering class was a unit on wiring that changed his career path and he now plans to be a part of the union trades and apprentice as an electrician. Liam Palus-Manning plans to go
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In 2019, the team at the Fillmore County Journal has been recognized with 25 awards from three organizations: Minnesota Newspaper Association, Midwest Free Community Publications, and Association of Free Community Papers.
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C OMMENTARY Impactful stories of 2019 By Tim Penny President/CEO Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation With 2020 just days away, I am reflecting on Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation’s (SMIF) many accomplishments in the past year alongside our regional partners and collaborators. It Tim Penny was a year filled with incredible stories of people doing amazing things for this region. I am thankful that SMIF was able to play a role in moving this part of the state toward an exciting future. It is impossible to include all the impactful stories of 2019, but this list is a start: 1. Rochester-based Sonex Health, a company that received one of our equity investments, continues to rapidly grow, benefitting patients dealing with carpal tunnel syndrome. Doctors Darryl Barnes and Jay Smith developed a minimally invasive surgical tool that is changing not only the amount of time in the doctor’s office, but also the recovery time. 2. The city of St. James has experienced growing pains and, at times, divisiveness. A town that has Scandinavian and German origins is now home to large populations of Latinos. Two years ago, Marta Zelaya, originally from El Salvador, along with other community leaders helped create the Uniting Cultures/Uniendo Culturas organization, through a grant from SMIF’s Small Town Grants program. Now this organization is changing the dynamic in this small town with activities such as a popular town-wide “fiesEditorial Cartoon
ta” and community meals that bring people together and create a welcoming environment. 3. The child care shortage continues to be an issue throughout Minnesota. In response, SMIF established a Communities Addressing the Child Care Shortage program. This program helps communities develop individualized plans to address the shortage in a way that works for them. For example, the city of Wells has created two initiatives through this program: a forgivable loan program and a space that family child care providers can rent to run their child care business. Tiffany Schrader, who works for the city, says they are committed to creating more child care slots in Wells. 4. When Efraim Cadriel realized his work as a nuclear medicine technologist was triggering his trauma from his years as a combat medic and x-ray technologist, he decided to retire and become a mushroom farmer instead. Efraim and his wife, Jessica, moved to Kasota and co-founded EJ Mushrooms. Through a loan from SMIF’s Grow A Farmer Fund, they converted their garage into a year-round mushroom farm. This unique career choice has given Efraim hope, and one day he would like to share that by employing other veterans. EJ Mushrooms is another addition to a strong and growing local food economy in our region. 5. The community leaders of Houston have a lot of passion for their town. Nestled in the beautiful Root River Valley in the southeastern corner of our state, this active community is home to just under 1,000 people. This year, they began the Houston Area Community Foundation (HACF), an affiliate fund
of SMIF. Mimi Carlson, former SMIF Board of Trustees member and current HACF president, says this decision is a no brainer for the community. By building an endowment fund, HACF will be able to adapt to the needs of the community and support the Houston area for years to come. All these amazing things that have been accomplished in 2019 would not be possible without the support of SMIF’s donors. For every $1 raised in local contributions, SMIF invests $10 back into southern Minnesota. In the last year alone, we invested over $5.4 million through grants, loans, and program support. Local donations to SMIF help us support entrepreneurs, young children and our communities today and for years to come. Here’s to a new year and a bright future for southern Minnesota. To find details about these stories or to support our work go to smifoundation.org. As always, I welcome your comments and questions. You can reach me at timp@smifoundation.org or (507) 455-3215. About Tim Penny Tim Penny is the President & CEO of Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation. Tim represented Minnesota’s First Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1982 – 1994. About Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF), a donorsupported foundation, invests for economic growth in the 20 counties of south central and southeastern Minnesota. The Foundation has provided more than $114 million in grants, loans and programming within the region during the past 33 years. SMIF’s key interests include economic and early childhood development and community vitality. To learn more about our work and mission, visit www.smifoundation.org.
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By Jason Sethre Publisher Fillmore County Journal jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com Every year, our award-winning newspaper team seeks to create more interactive experiences for our readers. We want to provide Jason Sethre more value for our readers and participating
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OBITUARIES Carroll Paul Armstrong Carroll Paul Armstrong passed away in his home on December 20, 2019, at the age of 72. Carroll was born on July 23, 1947, to Thomas “Skinner” Armstrong and Carroll Paul Mae “Evelyn” Armstrong ( Pe t er s on) Armstrong in Cresco, Iowa. Growing up, he loved being a Boy Scout and later became a leader. Several men still talk about the things he taught them growing up. He was very athletic, especially in Track & Field and held the school record for long jump up until the mid ‘90s. Carroll graduated from Harmony High School in 1965 with a scholarship to RCTC for Track & Field. He graduated from RCTC in 1967 and went on to attend Mankato State University, majoring in Business. In 1969, he enlisted in the Army, where he spent some of the best days of his life. He was an MP (Military Police), spending most of his time in Fort Bragg, N. C. During the war, he guarded the Pentagon and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and would end his time in the service as the personal driver for the colonel at Fort Bragg. He had one million stories about being in the service and would tell them to anyone who’d listen. After the service, Carroll met and fell in love with Laura Grace. They were married on October 27, 1979, and adopted MaryBeth in 1985 after several years of waiting. Carroll was the proudest dad you’ve ever seen. He took over the family insurance business with his mother and later would be best known as the local rural mail carrier. He loved the people on his route and they loved him. Whether it was hand delivering baby chicks and bees, to after hours deliveries of packages to people’s doors who he knew didn’t want them outside all day to always surprising the Amish kids on his route with recess equipment for school, he loved his job. He would often drive his route after he retired to “check up on things” and see all of the new baby animals in the spring. He was very active in the community, from the Lions Club to the Community Chest. He was
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very proud to have been a member of the Community Chest since almost the beginning, spending many of his years as president. He was the kind of man who would give you the shirt off his back and if he didn’t have a shirt, he’d find you one. Those that knew him knew him for his kind heart, warm smile, followed by a smart remark and a chuckle. Carroll was proceeded in death by his parents and his sister, Ann. He is survived by his wife Laura, his daughter MaryBeth (Tim) Ostrom of Harmony, Minn., one grandson, Graysen Ostrom; two brothers, Tom Armstrong of Lanesboro, Minn., and Jon (Nancy) Armstrong of Maple Grove, Minn., one sister, Kay (David) Crafton of Huntington Beach, Calif., and several nieces and nephews. Memorial services were held 11 a.m. Friday, December 27 at Greenfield Lutheran Church, Harmony. Friends called from 10 a.m. until time of services. Lindstrom Funeral Home assisted the family. Robert “Bob” W. Gahnz Robert “Bob” W. Gahnz, 95, of Rushford, Minn., died on Wednesday, December 18, 2019, at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Rushford. R o b e r t W i l l i a m Robert “Bob” Gahnz was W. Gahnz born on May 3, 1924, in Hart Township of Winona County, Minn., to Alva and Helen (Oldendorf) Gahnz. Bob was raised in the Hart area where he farmed his entire career. He was a 1942 graduate of Rushford High School. He was an only child, who’s father died in a farming accident while Bob was an infant. During his high school years, Bob was an avid football and baseball player and was active in the FFA. On March 5, 1960, Bob was united in marriage with Vera Johnson. Besides farming, Bob and Vera enjoyed wintering in Texas and vacationing in Hawaii. He was a lifelong member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Hart. Bob is survived by his son James (Sharlene) Gahnz of Mazeppa, Minn.; three grandchildren: Summer, Justine, and Josh; and several great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by wife and parents. A funeral service for Bob was held 1 p.m. on Monday, Decem-
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ber 23, 2019, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Hart, with the Reverend Mark Triplett officiating. Burial took place in the Brand Cemetery at Hart. Visitation was 11 a.m. until the time of the service at the church on Monday. Hoff Funeral and Cremation Service in Rushford assisted the family with arrangements. Anna Will Anna Mae “Red” Will (Andrews) passed peacefully on T h u r s d a y, December 19, 2019, surrounded by family at Gu nder son Harmony Care Center. She was 90 Anna Will years old. Daughter of Sigmund Chester Andrews and Elsie Daisy Andrews (Bernet), Anna was born in Groton, S. Dak., on March 11, 1929. During the Great Depression, her family moved to Alma, Wis. A lifelong lover of knowledge, she read the entire Encyclopedia Britannica by the time she was in sixth grade. Anna attended Alma High School where she played drums and twirled baton in the band. She also had a part-time job at the local movie theater as an usher and enjoyed the perk of watching the shows for free. She married her husband Richard, in Alma on January 29, 1948. Together they moved to Chicago while Richard attended optometry school and they subsequently spent time in Ft. Hancock, Tex., and Onalaska, Wis., before settling down and making a home in Holmen, Wis. Anna held several jobs over the years, including a film developer at a local camera shop and was the personal secretary to the president of the La Crosse Cooler Company for 25 years. Long known for her wit, sass and sense of humor, Anna was forever solving crossword puzzles and loved to read. An avid bowler, she won numerous tournaments and trophies and traveled around the Midwest with her league. She enjoyed playing rap poker, Bingo, watching NBA basketball and was a devoted Green Bay Packer fan. She leaves behind her daughter Wendy Lynn Will, granddaughters Jennifer Anne Grigg and Gabrielle Elyse Lacher, grandsons Alexander Richard Grigg and Andrew Ian Grigg, his wife Heather Rose and great-grandson, Maximus Robert Grigg. She also helped raise and considered Kurt Hanson, James Schumacher and Betty Dahlen (Krachel); “My kids too, and they still are, and it’s nice to feel like you did something that mattered.” She was preceded in death by her husband Dr. Richard G. Will O.D., her brothers Robert, James Merlin, and Jesse Allan; sister Betty Lou Hanson (Andrews) and grandson Ethan Will Lacher. A memorial service will be held on Monday, December 30 at 2 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Alma, Wis. As she wished, she will be cremated and laid to rest at the Nelson Cemetery.
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Rushford approves final levy; sees mayor off after ten years By Kirsten Zoellner At the brief Monday, December 23 meeting, the Rushford City Council voted unanimously to approve the $973,000 property tax levy for 2020. The amount represents a 3.95% increase over 2019. No comments were lodged at the Truth In Taxation meeting held December 9. “The overall tax rate went down and we’re staying within our goal,” noted Mayor-elect Terri Benson. The largest portions of the levy are being designated for General Fund Expenditures and debt obligations. “I don’t see anything large standing out.” “Compared to other cities in the county, we’re not out of line; we’re holding steady,” added City Clerk Kathy Zacher. The meeting also brought notes of thanks from those on the council, as well as former City Administrator Steve Sarvi, who was in attendance. Mayor Chris Hallum was lauded by Sarvi for his leadership during some difficult years. Several updates were noted by staff. This included discussion on the ongoing repairs at the Municipal Airport following the large hangar fire this past October. Repairs to the lounge exterior have been completed. Minimal indoor smoke damage has been rectified on its own. The recently scheduled power outage, December 19/20, was a success. Done cooperatively by Dairyland Power Cooperative, MiEnergy, and the city, the objective was to replace damaged transmission poles. Inspections in the area had alerted the cooperative to areas subject to further damage and outages from winds and needing immediate attention. The outage went as planned and no issues were reported. Meetings for the upcoming
work on the Highway 30/West Jessie Street and Stevens Avenue areas of the city continue. A recent meeting for businesses had a low turnout, but it was noted discussion was productive. Concerns from businesses include sidewalk dimensions and proposed bump outs at intersections. A letter will be sent from the city regarding another upcoming meeting with business owners. Those that do not RSVP to the meeting invitation will be contacted via phone. A residential meeting brought 10 interested households; five from the north and five from the south side of Stevens Avenue. Overall, it was noted they liked the proposals of more sidewalk, but understood the concern of work on the north side of the street with its steep terrain. A sidewalk/walking surface to Magelssen Bluff was very well received. “There’s been so much thrown at them all at once,” said Benson. “They need time to process it all.” Further updates on the project are expected. Plans for a possible Conditional Use Permit for Wellhouse Ministries at the former R-P Schools site, are undergoing legal review by the city’s attorney. Administrator Tony Chladek indicated information regarding permitting would be provided by the January 27 meeting. Legal counsel may attend the February 10 meeting. The council was largely impressed by the attorney’s background dealing with Conditional Use Permits. It was noted by Chladek that the attorney noted this particular case as a unique proposal, one he’s not likely to see again in his career. The next regularly scheduled meeting is Monday, January 13, at 6:30 p.m., at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.
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Lanesboro receives clean audit; preps for project work By Kirsten Zoellner The Lanesboro School Board received favorable news from auditor Jason Boyton, Smith, Shafer & Associates, at the Thursday, December 19 meeting. The district has continued several positive financial strides forward, despite its small size and an in-progress building project. Only one area of concern was noted in the audit. The district has also seen a positive increase in the number of Average Daily Membership. Revenue for the district continues to be funded primarily by state aid, currently at 70% of total revenues. Just 8% of revenues are funded by local levy. The district has no current operating levy, which is unusual. According to Superintendent Matt Schultz, of all the districts in the state [reported as 336 in 2016], just four districts don’t take the minimum operating levy offered by the State of Minnesota. “We have the lowest tax impact of any district in the state, from an operating perspective,” noted Schultz. The current amount offered by the state is $724 per student. In addition, districts can seek out secondary operating levies. “Almost every district is taking advantage of that and we are not,” added Schultz. “We haven’t felt like we needed to take it.” The district also is seeing its property tax levy lower than average, but it hopes to maintain that trend. For 2020, the district entertained a final property tax levy of $874,905, an increase of just .71% over 2019. Expenditures continue to consist largely of regular instruction, but Community Education, including daycare, preschool, summer recreation, are the second highest expen-
diture. Expenses through the General Fund have remained flat the last three years and an annual transfer has occured to the Community Service Fund. “It’s a challenge to bring fund level deficit down. It’s trending upward,” noted Boynton. The General Fund balance, while being drawn down is still healthy. It was acknowledged as “overly healthy” in 2012, but has reduced to $1.37 million in 2019, the equivalent of 33% of the year’s total unassigned expenses and 40% overall. “The concern isn’t the level, it’s that it’s trending up. We need to stabilize and make progress on debts we’re generating,” he added. Community Service is growing the number of kids in the program, which in turn costs the district more and rates have been adjusted to help, while maintaining student numbers. “We want to narrow down to the point that it’s feasible and still cover our objective,” said Boynton. “The most concerning part is the Community Service Fund deficit. We’ve been able to maintain numbers and provide good programming.” In other news, the board unanimously approved a final property tax levy $874,905, representing a .71% increase. “I guarantee you we’re going to be more efficient in 2020-2021,” said Superintendent Matt Schultz. “With added changes in the building, we’ll see additional efficiencies. Growing to offset the deficit in Community Service, we know we’ll see a 2% increase per pupil add from the state [about $70,000]. Those numbers help, but our goal is to maximize revenues, decrease expenditures, and have them match out.” Schultz was equally excited
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to come. As fewer family farms remain in business, the industry is getting swallowed up by large corporate farming entities, and Corey says that’s sad to see, because his business has been built on strong relationships with family farmers. He added, “That’s a simple recipe for success, but it seems to work.” He commented that, “The most enjoyable part of the business, for me, is just going out and visiting farmers at their place of business.” When asked about a favorite memory from his years running Marzolf Implement, Corey thought for a moment, then replied, “A guy came in and bought a lawn tractor from me. He doesn’t live in this community, but he works here, and he just thanked me for being here… he said, ‘You guys always treated us good, and you treated my dad good, and that’s why I came back.’” Corey has no retirement plans at this time, and said he still enjoys the busy schedule that running his business entails. Corey employs 10 other fulltime employees, and said they often work 45 to 50 hours per week throughout the year.
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During spring planting and fall harvest, though, Corey said his crew becomes busier yet, and at those times they are “running about five employees short.” But he said good employees has always been a strength of Marzolf Implement, as he noted the dedication his staff shows in doing their job and meeting customer needs in a challenging field, such as going out to farms to make repairs when a farmer is dealing with equipment breakdowns. Year-round, Marzolf Implement is open 7:30 to 5 Mondays through Fridays, and 7:30 to noon on Saturdays, but hours are extended during the busy seasons. Corey gave kudos to his parents for “taking the plunge” to start the business all those years ago, and making it succeed. He said the way it was told to him, his father was undecided about taking out the $8,500 loan to buy the business, but Corey’s mother convinced him to go for it. He said that although no formal “anniversary events” have been scheduled through this anniversary year, Corey encourages anyone to come in, look around, and talk to him or his staff. He added, “In 65 years of being here, you establish relationships with people… there’s a connection there.”
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about a new Power Purchase Agreement between the district and Novel Energy Solutions for a 160 kilowatt (kW) solar panel system placed on gymnasium and commons roof. The flatmount system with generates 199,626 kW hours and should provide enough energy for the district to recoup and then generate savings after the fifth year. The units will be owned and operated for the first 10 years by Novel Energy Solutions with the district fronting the $150,000 cost, to be paid out of the Building Fund. After the fifth year, the district is expecting $30,000 a year in savings to be generated. The firm will also cover insurance, operation, and maintenance for the 10 years of the agreement. “Our payback rate for this is short,” enthused Schultz. “After year 10, we have the option to take over for $1.” At that point, the district would assume insurance and maintenance costs of $3,100 per year. After the tenth year, savings would increase to $35,000 annually. “For the foreseeable future, there’s significant savings. Energy costs have been roughly a 3.5% increase per year,” continued Schultz. “It’s a long term investment that I think will have significant impact on our expenses. Once the unit has reached its 30-year lifespan, cost of recycling the materials is $5,000. Novel Energy Solutions will decommission the unit and bring the roof back into good condition, while the district’s only cost will be the recycling fee. “We’re generating clean electricity. For our community, that’s the best,” concluded Schultz. The next regularly scheduled board meeting is Thursday, January 23 at 6:45 p.m., in the elementary library/media center. The public is encouraged to attend.
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milk assistance fund to the healthy snack break revenue account for families who need assistance paying for healthy snack fees. Board member Deb Ristau asked if the school also has negative lunch balances, noting that unpaid balances are an issue frequently seen in the news. Superintendent Richard
Keith noted that there are always some lunch balances that are in negative numbers, and the district encourages families to apply for Free & Reduced lunch assistance. The district’s 2013 X730 lawn tractor has 530 hours on it and needs new tires. It was recommended that a quote be approved
The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week. to trade that tractor in for a new four-wheel drive X738 lawn tractor from Preston Equipment. The new tractor will include a new mowing deck, but the school will keep its current snow blower, broom, cab, and vacuum. The quote was approved. As Superintendent Keith will be
retiring at the end of the 2019/20 school year, the board approved a posting for the vacant position. The next Fillmore Central school board meeting will be held on January 27 at 6:30 p.m. in the high school meeting room. The date was changed from the 28th due to basketball games.
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Ask a Trooper By Sgt. Troy Christianson Minnesota State Patrol Question: I see many vehicles driving down the road with ice and snow coming off of them. What is the law about Sgt. Troy H. clearing ice Christianson and snow from your vehicle prior to driving? Answer: The law states that no vehicle shall be moved on a roadway, unless the load is secured to prevent any leaking, blowing, shifting or falling debris. Ice or snow that may fall from a vehicle could be considered an unsecured load. Drivers should always take the time to remove all snow and ice from the vehicle so it does not become a hazard on the roadway. It is also important to always clear all frost, snow and ice from all windows so vision is not obstructed.
Drivers should be aware of civil liability if they fail to take reasonable steps to remove snow and ice that result in property damage or injuries from a crash. When traveling behind a vehicle with an unsecure load or ice/snow falling from it, give yourself plenty of room to avoid any obstacles that may fall off and strike your vehicle. Pass the vehicle only if it is safe to do so. If your vehicle is damaged and/or crashes due to falling debris, try to get a license plate number and report it to law enforcement and your insurance company. You can avoid a ticket — and a crash — if you simply buckle up, drive at safe speeds, pay attention and always drive sober. Help us drive Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths. If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota send your questions to Sgt. Troy Christianson – Minnesota State Patrol at 2900 48th Street NW, Rochester, Minn. 559015848. Or reach him at Troy. Christianson@state.mn.us.
Fillmore County District Court On December 16, James Robert Branch, 44 of Preston, appeared before District Court Judge Matthew J. Opat. Branch is charged with Malicious Punishment of a Child, Domestic Assault - Commits Act With Intent to Cause Fear, and Domestic Assault - Inflicts or Attempts to Inflict Bodily Harm. All three are felonies, each carrying maximum criminal penalties of five years in prison and/or $10,000 fines. On or about December 12, the defendant reported his 10-year-old daughter missing. Amidst the meeting, the associated police officer allegedly could smell alcohol on the defendant’s breath. The officer then got word from Fillmore County Social Services that the defendant was allegedly assaulting his daughter (the potential reason she did not come home). Two other concerned adults interviewed (victim’s stepmother, victim’s friend’s mother) allegedly reported knowing about hard spankings and subsequent bruises
and marks left on the victim. The police officer met with the victim, who allegedly had bruises and marks from “her dad.” The victim also allegedly confessed that the defendant drinks a lot. The stepmother (who previously lived with the Branch) admitted the spankings had previously went on “almost every day” for years, and that the defendant had called her recently and told her to “back him up, because if he gets charged, it’s a felony.” The defendant allegedly denied knowing about the bruises. He stated that he spanks his daughter “once a month” and that the victim is “not abused” but “corrected when she does wrong.” He allegedly admitted that the last time he spanked the victim, he had consumed 3.5 beers. Branch has three prior qualified convictions, Malicious Punishment of a Child (3/18/2015) in Wabasha County, Domestic Assault (3/4/2013) in Fillmore County, and Domestic Assault (10/5/2011) in Wabasha County.
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Fillmore County Police Reports Chatfield Police Department Juana Lashaun Walker, 20, Chatfield, Minn.; 9/27/2019, Driving After Suspension, Fine $200, Total Fees $290. 9/27/2019, Small Amount of Marijuana in Motor Vehicle, Fine $150. Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Abigail Florence Day, 21, Jefferson, Ga.; 11/30/2019, Duty to Drive With Due Care - Speed Greater Than Reasonable, Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Jasmine Angelique Dortch, 29, Spring Valley, Minn.; 9/26/2019, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. 9/26/2019, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200. 9/26/2019, Driver Who is Not Owner Must Later Produce Proof of Insurance, Fine $200. David Mark Garness, 50, Harmony, Minn.; 9/26/2019, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Samuel John Hamholm, 26, Chetek, Wis.; 9/28/2019, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Jesse Michael Johnson, 27, Spring Valley, Minn.; 11/6/2019, Failure to Stop at Stop Sign, Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Jeremy Roger Larson, 36, Spring Valley, Minn.; 9/27/2019, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $290. 9/27/2019, Driver Who is Not Owner Must Later Produce Proof of Insurance If Required, Fine $200. 9/27/2019, Tail Lights Required, Fine $40. Neal Donald Miller, 61, Mobile, Ala.; 9/28/2019, Engage in Cellular Phone of Video Call, Fine $50, Total Fees $140. Evan James Richardson, 33, Canton, Minn.; 8/6/2019, Fail to Transfer Title Within Ten Days, Fine $200, Total Fees $290. Ralph Charles Riehl, 44, Rochester, Minn.; 9/13/2019, Theft Leased or Rented Personal Property - Does Not Return Property, Fine $3,000 (stay $3,000 until 12/10/2021), Total Fees $90. Local Confinement - 365 days (stay 361 days for two years). Credit for time served: four days. Supervised probation for two years - Conditions (12/10/2019): Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, 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
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telephone number, Sign releases of information as directed, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, 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, Random testing, Chemical dependency evaluation/treatment, Follow recommendations of evaluation, No mood-altering chemicals, Submit to random searches, No assault, aggressive, threatening, assaultive, or disorderly behaviors, No contact with persons associated with illegal drugs, Complete classes, counseling, and/or evaluations as directed by probation agent. James Allen Thye, 57, Oquawka, Ill.; 9/26/2019, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Joel Orvin Torgerson, 50, Canton, Minn.; 9/18/2019, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Alexonder Reuben Wilson, 27, Rochester, Minn.; 9/26/2019, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. 9/26/2019, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200. 9/26/2019, No Motor Vehicle Insurance (Owner), Fine $200. Vernon Eugene Zafft, 61, Canton, Minn.; 7/5/2019, Liquor Violation - Transport/Import For Resale, Fine $3,000 (stay $2,100 until 12/9/2021), Total Fees $990. Local Confinement - 365 days (stay 345 days for two years). Credit for time served: one day. Can complete 20 days by March 1, 2020. Supervised probation for two years - Conditions (12/9/2019): Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, 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, Sign releases of information as directed, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, Comply with all State Laws concerning the sale of alcohol and proper licensing to sell alcohol; disposition within gross misdemeanor limits is a downward dispositional departure. MN Department of Natural Resources - Enforcement Division David Norman Ludwigson, 70, Winona, Minn.; 11/12/2019, Transportation of Firearms -Loaded Firearm, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. Jesse Lynn Scheevel, 33, Byron, Minn.; 11/10/2019, Fail to Validate Deer License/Tag, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. Corey Davids Winkels, 34, Le Roy, Minn.; 11/10/2019, Fail to Validate Deer License/Tag, Fine $25, Total Fees $115. MN State Patrol - Rochester Jennifer Lynn Cochran-Biederman, 36, Stockton, Minn.; 9/25/2019, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Wanetta Ann Putzier, 59, St.
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Charles, Minn.; 9/24/2019, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150. Charlotte Elizabeth Scannell, 33, Coon Rapids, Minn.; 11/25/2019, Speed Exceed in Special Zone Set by Commissioner (50/40), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Gary Marvin Steuart, 73, Mabel, Minn.; 11/25/2019, Speed Exceed in Special Zone Set by Commissioner (50/40), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Joseph Stephen Yechout, 47, Plymouth, Minn.; 11/14/2019, Speeding (70/60), Fine $40, Total Fees $130. Preston Police Department Cody Mycal Garness, 28, Stewartville, Minn.; 9/17/2019, Domestic Abuse No Contact Order - Violate No Contact Order - Within Ten Years of Prior (Gross Misdemeanor), Fine $3,000 (stay $3,000 until 12/11/2021), Total Fees $90. Local Confinement - 365 (stay 365 days for two years). Supervised probation for two years - Conditions (12/11/2019): Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Cooperate with the search of person, residence, vehicle, workplace, property, and things as directed by probation officer, 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, Sign releases of information as directed, Do not use or possess firearms, ammunition, or explosives, Remain law-abiding, No same or similar, 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, Random testing, Chemical dependency evaluation/treatment - complete evaluations by February 1, 2020 and follow all recommendations - complete outpatient treatment and aftercare as directed by Probation, Follow recommendations of evaluation, Cognitive skill training, Counseling, Mental Health Evaluation, No assault, aggressive, threatening, assaultive, or disorderly behaviors, No contact with victim H.P.G. as directed in DANCO order from December 11, 2019, No violations of an Order for Protection, Report any Harassment/Restraining/Domestic Orders to parole officer within 24 hours (this includes Order For Protection, Domestic Abuse No Contact Orders, etc), Domestic No Contact (DANCO). Clark Adam Hobbs, 24, Rochester, Minn.; 10/2/2019, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $290. 10/2/2019, No Proof of Insurance (Owner), Fine $200. Samantha Lynn Richer, 31, Canton, Minn.; 9/25/2019, Driving After Suspension, Fine $200, Total Fees $290. 9/25/2019, Operate Vehicle With Expired Registration, Fine $30. Rushford Police Department Sharon Elizabeth Wisland, 47, Peterson, Minn.; 10/19/2019, Possess Small Amount of Marijuana No Remuneration, Fine $50, Total Fees $140.
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Fillmore County Sports By Paul Trende It was a week where SEC teams were on display, culminating in the SEC Showcase at Mayo Civic Center. Winds Blow Strong in Houston With a 4-0 week, Houston’s squads’ winds whipped. Dale Moga’s girls notched two SEC w i n s . MabelCanton fell on Tu e s d a y. The ‘Cane defense essentially pitched a first half one-hitter. The Cougars Paul Trende were held to three points (one field goal, one free throw). It was 33-3 at half. M-C’s shots fell more in the second, but Houston prevailed 57-28. Emma Geiwitz (21 pts, 8-16 FGs, 6 stls), Sydney Torgerson (15 pts, 12 rebs, 7 stls), and Becca Rostad (14 pts, 5-9 FGs) hit double figures. Payton Danielson (7 pts, 11 rebs, 6 asts, 5 stls) scored or assisted on 9 of 10 Cougar field goals. Lauren Wyffels had a team-high 10 points. Houston then got the 10:00 AM game of the Saturday SEC Showcase. They battled West squad GM. The ‘Canes led the entire second half. Versus Houston’s half-court 1-3-1, the Larks had a span of 29 possessions that yielded two points (1-24 FGs, 16 TOs). Frosh Sydney Torgerson (16 pts, 6-11 FGs, 9 rebs) scored Houston’s last ten points to get the “save” in a 39-32 win. Geiwitz (19 pts, 7-26 FGs, 7 stls) led the ‘Canes
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in scoring. The duo had all but four Hurricane points. Jenny Albrecht had 11 rebounds. Riley Queensland (20.6 PPG) was one of five Larks with 6 points. It was Houston’s second win versus GM in 13 tries. The Hurricanes (4-0, 6-3) lead the East ahead of Lanesboro (5-1, 5-4). Houston’s three losses are to Z-M (7-4), D-E (8-2), and Turkey Valley (8-1). Trent Vix’s boys also went through the same two teams. M-C fell handily, 79-44. Alex Van Gundy (27 pts, 6 stls), Mikkel Schutte (25 pts, 13-19 FTs, 15 rebs, 4 asts, 6 stls), and Caiden Danielson (19 pts, 4 stls) combined for 71 points. It was Van Gundy’s sixth straight 23-plus-point game. Ethan Underbakke (10 pts, 6 rebs) led the Cougars. The ‘Canes then played GM (6-1) at the SEC Showcase. An eightpoint 33-25 ‘Cane lead was erased courtesy of a 17-4 GM run to begin the second half. The Larks led 42-37. Houston then spurted 12-2 to lead 49-44. With it 58-54, Jaden Abraham had a big offensive-rebound put-back (60-54). Schutte then hit 7 of 9 free throws in the final 1:01 to ensure a 67-58 victory. Schutte (20 pts, 15 rebs, 8 asts, 2 stls, 3 blks), Van Gundy (15 pts), Danielson (15 pts, 6 rebs), and Noah Kingsley (10 pts) all hit double figures. Colt Landers had a game-high 34 points. Houston won big at the free throw line (18 of 22 to 5 of 5). The Hurricanes (3-2, 6-3) are winners of four straight. Kingsland Girls Commandeer West Kingsland’s girls already led the SEC West heading into the week. Two more league victories put them firmly in the early driver’s seat. Steve Haus-
er’s girls already held a win over GM when they took down L/P 58-39. The win allowed the Knight to get through the top two perennially west powers, to get through all West foes once without a defeat. Sam Wernimont (13 pts, 4-13 threes), Ellie Buchholtz (11 pts, 5 asts), Merredith Farlinger (10 pts, 14 rebs, 8 blks), Audrey Webster (9 pts), Allysa Link (9 pts) and Anika Reiland (1 pt, 0-1 FGs, 7 rebs, 6 asts) made it a team effort versus L/P. Olivia Christianson had 25 of the Athletics. Team was again the word versus M-C at the SEC Showcase. Starters Buchholtz (family event) and Shelby Beck (shoulder) didn’t play. The Cougars came back from double digit deficits in both halves. Two MaKenzie Kelly free throws tied the game at 42 (under 4:00). Knight Alyssa Link hit a three, then a free throw (46-42). Reiland went coast-to-coast (48-42). The Knights prevailed 53-43. Link (15 pts, 11 rebs, 3-6 threes), Wernimont (11 pts), and Farlinger (12 pts, 14 rebs, 4 blks) hit double figures. Farlinger, a 6’0” junior, is averaging 4.8 blocks per game. Kelly (19 pts) and Payton Danielson (12 pts) led the Cougars. The Knights (4-0, 6-3) lead the West over GM (4-2, 5-4). Kingsland’s three losses have been to #19 in AA Goodhue (8-1), Central Elkader (8-1), and D-E (8-2). M-C is 2-3, 4-6. Burro Squads Kick Some Foes Though not as noteworthy as Houston’s squads, or Kingsland’s girls, Lanesboro’s teams did some kicking. The girls started by beating L-O handily, 61-30. Brielle Ruen (16 pts, 5-10 FGs), Jessie Schreiber (11 pts, 9 rebs, 4 asts), and Sophia Simes (11 pts, 6 rebs) hit double digits in the win. Bret Klaehn’s group then took on the SEC Showcase versus L/P. Olivia Christianson was a steal/layup menace, as the Athletics led early 17-7. But Lanesboro went 10-0 in response. They still trailed 26-21 at half-time. L/P then had just eight points (4-19 FGs, 10 TOs) the first 14:00 of the second half. Lanesboro built a 48-34 lead and prevailed 50-42. In doing so, they ended a 17-game (mostly lopsided) losing streak to L/P that dated to 2010. Payton Benson (16 pts, 5-9 FGs, 3-6 threes, 11 rebs, 6 stls) led the way. Simes (9 pts, 6 rebs), Ruen (9 pts), and Schreiber (8 pts, 12 rebs) helped. It was cathartic for seniors like Benson and Simes. The past two years, they fell to L/P 60-13, 64-21, 60-34, and 48-24. The Burros improved to 4-1, 5-4. They went 2-11, 4-22 last year. Sandwiched in between, the boys got a big and wild rivalry win at Fillmore Central. FC’s offensive glass work led to an early lead (11-8). But a 10-0 Burro spurt made it 18-11 visitors. At half, the
orange and black led 25-21. A 7-0 Lanesboro run propped a 34-25 early second half lead. But FC responded with an 8-0 spurt to pull to down 34-33. Minutes later, the Falcons went on a quick four possession, fourscore, 11-3 jolt. They went ahead 44-39. Then a boomerang. Burro soph J.T. Rein hit two threes, then got a hustle steal (resulting in points). His efforts keyed a quick five possession, five-score, 12-0 Lanesboro run. They re-took the lead at 51-44! FC got as close as 58-55 (1:58). They had a defensive rebound, but immediately authored a long pass turnover. Matt Asleson’s group got the win 66-59. Frosh John Prestemon shined (career-high 25 pts, 7 asts). Sawyer Johnson (11 pts, 5 rebs, 6 stls), Ryan Holmen (10 pts, 8 rebs), and a hustling Rein (8 pts, 8 rebs) helped. Zach Haugerud (21 pts, 7-13 FGs, 7 rebs) and Haidyn Gunderson (17 pts, 15 rebs) led the Falcon cause. FC had 28 turnovers (versus no full-court pressure) to Lanesboro’s 15.
Late Forfeits Propel Chatfield Over GMLOS
inger (#5 at 138) got a pin to grab his 100th career win. Tate Karver’s pin of Rece Voigt at 160 was a key “W” that put the Gophers up 27-21. GMLOS then took three straight (170, 182, 195) to lead 36-27, though #7 Noah Sayles 14-9 decision win over Grady Schott at 182 was the dual’s most competitive match. Then it all ended anticlimatically. A. J. Karver (#10 at 220) and Isaiah Froese (285) took forfeit wins. Chatfield prevailed 39-36. Cael Bartels (#5 at 126) and Kail Schott (132) also had pins, Carson Rowland (106) a 7-0 decision win for Chatfield (which is 4-0).
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Kandace Sikkink tied a careerhigh with 27 points, adding 14 rebounds, as FC came back to beat L-A 63-46. The Falcons (4-1, 5-3) are in second place in the TRC-East behind #8 in AA Cotter (6-0, 11-0). Jaiden Zimmerman had 20 points to lead Chatfield past La Crescent 61-59. LARP wrestling beat SC 57-16 and W-K 42-21. They are 3-1.
Boys Basketball (12/17 - 12/21)
Two teams looking to compete in Section 1A wrestling this year, Chatfield and GMLOS, renewed their rivalry in a key early season dual in LeRoy. Each team beat the common foe of Rochester Mayo (Chatfield 39-35, GMLOS 40-35). Each team sported a trio of ranked wrestlers. The Gophers also ended the Bulldogs season last year 40-33. Naturally, things were tight. Chatfield’s ability to field a 14-man team made the difference. It was basically back and forth the first nine weights, with a two ties and three lead changes. At 145, Seth Goetz-
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SEC Basketball Showcased
L/P 70, Kingsland 55 Caledonia #2 in AA 92 R-P 73 (RP: Luke O’Hare 17 pts, 5 rebs; Malachi Bunke 15 pts (5-8 threes); Justin Ruberg 14 pts, 12 rebs, 8 asts; Ben Wieser 12 pts (6-8 FGs); Korey Burroughs 11 pts. C: Austin Klug 24 pts (six threes); Noah King 22 pts) L-A 56, FC 84 (FC: Z. Haugerud 18 pts (9-11 FTs), 5 rebs; Trevor Hershberger 12 pts (4-8 threes); Ian Shupe 9 pts, 8 rebs) Chatfield 55, D-E 68 (C: Landon Bance 17 pts (5-14 threes); Reid Johnson 12 pts. See SPORTS Page 11
SYDNEY TORGERSON Houston Basketball
Houston’s Sydney Torgerson had 15 (pts), 12 (rebs), and 7 (stls) versus M-C in a 57-28 win. She had 16 (pts) and 9 (rebs), scoring the Hurricanes last ten points, in a 39-32 win over GM. She has performed the rare freshman feat of scoring in double figures in every game thus far (14.4 PPG). The 5’8” G/F is a big help in Houston again leading the SEC-East. Photo by Paul Trende, Fillmore County Journal
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DE: Brady Williams 25 pts) Kingsland 36, D-E 64 (K: Walker Erdman 16 pts, 8 rebs; Brady Musel/Zach Hauser DNP) FC 35, W-K 51 (FC: H. Gunderson 11 pts, 10 rebs; Z. Haugerud 10 pts, 7 rebs. FC: 1-3, 2-5) R-P 61, PEM 82 (RP: L. O’Hare 17 pts (7-8 FTs), 7 rebs;
J. Ruberg 15 pts, 6 asts. Trojans trailed 37-32 at half ) La Crescent 64, Chatfield 47 (C: Cole Johnson 12 pts. Gophers: 0-4, 0-5) Kingsland 53, M-C 49 (K: W. Erdman 15 pts, 8 rebs, 4 stls; Lucas Howard 14 pts (3-7 threes), 8 rebs; Nick Eickhoff 12 pts; Musel/Hauser DNP. M-C: Parker Ingvalson 11 pts, 7 rebs, 5 asts; Cayden Tollefsrud 11 pts; Brayden Gjere 11 pts. With the game tied 46-46, Howard hit a
key three (1:30). Erdman and Howard each went 2-for-2 FTs in the final 15 seconds. SEC Showcase at M-CC. Knights: 2-4, 3-5. Cougars: 0-5, 1-6) Lanesboro 51, L/P 56 (L: S. Johnson 14 pts (4-5 threes); J.T. Rein 11 pts; J. Prestemon 8 pts, 6 rebs, 4 asts. Burros led 27-17 at half, but half-court pressure by L/P made the difference. They scored on eight of their last nine possessions, erasing a 44-39 Burro lead, ending the game on a 17-7 run. SEC Showcase at M-CC. Burros: 1-4, 3-4) R-P 49, Forest City 28 (RP: L. O’Hare 16 pts (7-11 FGs); B. Wieser 9 pts (4-4 FGs), 7 rebs; M. Bunke 9 pts. Decorah Border Battle. Trojans: 1-3, 4-3)
Girls Basketball (12/17 - 12/21)
Lanesboro’s Payton Benson attacks the basket amidst a SEC Showcase game with L/P. The 5’4” senior had 16 (pts), 11 (rebs), and 6 (stls) to help the Burros to a rare win over the Athletics. Burro teams and SEC teams were on full display before Christmas. See ‘SEC Basketball Showcased’ for more. Photo by Paul Trende
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Lanesboro 38, Triton 72 (L: B. Ruen 12 pts (3-5 threes); P. Benson 11 pts (3-8 threes); Sophia Simes 11 pts) FC 63, L-A 46 (FC: K. Sikkink career-high-tying 27 pts (9-10 FTs), 14 rebs, 4 stls; Kassidy Broadwater career-high 18 pts (7-9 FGs), 4 rebs, 5 asts, 5 stls. Falcons trailed 27-21 at half, out-scored Cardinals 42 to 19 in second half ) R-P 29, Caledonia 61 (RP: Kaylee Ruberg 12 pts, 7 rebs) D-E 62, Chatfield 34 (C: Silja Erickson 9 pts) D-E 73, Kingsland 56 (K: E. Buchholtz 15 pts (5-9 FGs); S. Wernimont 13 pts; A. Webster 11 pts (3-7 threes)) PEM 64, R-P 39 (RP: Hannah Ronnenberg 10 pts (3-5 threes); Alayna Helgemoe 10 pts, 5 rebs, 5 stls) Chatfield 61, La Crescent 59 (C: J. Zimmerman career-high 20 pts (7-13 FGs, 4-4 FTs), 6 rebs; Tessa McMahon 9 pts, 6 asts, 5 stls; S. Erickson 8 pts, 8 rebs. Gophers: 1-4, 2-5) R-P 33, Decorah 49 (Decorah Border Battle. Trojans: 0-6, 0-9)
Wrestling (12/19 & 12/20)
LARP 57, St. Charles 16 (Quintin Betthauser (106), Clay Ellinghauser (152), and Jacob Meyer (182) had pins for LARP, Jordan Zibrowski (120) a 5-0 decision win, Tyler Kreidemacher (113), Ross Herber (132), Gable Speltz (145), Brennan Corcoran (160), D.J. Plank (195), and Tyler Payne (285) won by forfeit); LARP 42, W-K 21 (Meyer (195) and Colin Klug (170) won by pin, Herber (132) by 17-0 TF, Corcoran by 10-1 MD, Kreidemacher (113) by 5-0 D, Zibrowski (120), Caleb Mueller (138), and Payne (285) by forfeit) FCLMC 12, D-E 54 (Orion Sass (152) won by pin, Caleb Kunz (160) by forfeit for Wolves); Caledonia/Houston 66, FCLMC 16 (Cale Anderson (138) won by pin, Caden Anderson (145) by 11-3 MD, and Devon Troendle (182) by forfeit. Wolves are 1-2)
R-P approves early retirement incentive By Kirsten Zoellner The Rushford-Peterson School District has considered making their early retirement incentive program a policy item. However, following discussion at the Monday, December 16 school board meeting, it was determined to be more effective practice to keep the program a limited offering. Designed as a cost-savings measure for the district, the program currently allows teachers with more than 15 years of consecutive teaching at R-P the opportunity to take advantage of an early retirement incentives. The package currently under review includes a severance of $779.30 a monthly, to be deposited quarterly into a health savings account. Options of one, two, and three years were considered, totalling $9,351, $18,703, and $28,054 respectively. The program has been offered by the district since 2008, but it was originally put in place as a one-year option. It’s been successful at achieving cost savings as near-retirement teachers opt out early, making way for teachers with less experience and therefore less expensive salaries. Calculations by the district indicate that savings could be as high as $25,000 a year, depending on the salary of retiring teachers and the experience a new teacher brings. “There’s a pretty good chance you’ll save money as a school district,” said Superintendent Jon Thompson. “With a permanent policy, they know it will be there and there’s a comfort in that. From a board members’ perspective, you wouldn’t need to address it annually.” It was also noted that the incentive is not detailed in teacher contracts and the most effective way to control expenditures is to control staff. “It’s a good idea to stick with the incentive; it’s simple, it’s quick, it’s clean. But a policy could be written up going forward.” Discussion also included at what point teachers would need to make their retirement intentions known. “With a decision from staff by November, we could tackle it in beginning of year, when planning,” noted Director Chris Grindland. The district will need to move quickly this year with teachers being given until January 31 for notify administration. Director Bonnie Prinsen, a teacher at Rochester Community and Technical College, admitted some jealousy at the incentives, but also some concerns. “As a board, moneywise, finding a way to exchange high price teachers for low priced teachers is good, but it seems so awkward coming to the board saying, “I’d
consider retiring if I had these things.” Prinsen suggested there could be a minimum age for eligibility for the program, in addition to the minimum 15 years of teaching. “I wouldn’t like someone young to use this, go out and seek another position somewhere else.” “As a district, if they met the criteria, age in as minimum, not maximum, plus years of service, sure some could work again,” responded Thompson. “We washed our minds of it because the savings were there as a school district.” “I always like to look ahead at what could happen,” added Prinsen. The board, in a 5:2 vote with Board Chairman John Linder and Director Joyce Iverson opposed, to keep the incentive as a two-year option, rather than apply it as district policy. The stipulations for eligibility were amended to include both 15 years service and a minimum age of 55. Conversation eventually returned to policies as Thompson referenced overall policy review. “It’s a primary board job, but a lot has fallen to Laura Hahn [District Administrative Assistant]. The understanding of what we have currently is a lettering system. I’m worried the policies are outdated. It was further noted that many of the policies do not cross-reference. Thompson suggested the board look review of all current policies, while putting policies suggested by the Minnesota School Board Association (MSBA) in place. In total, some 85 policies would need to be considered and potentially added. “We may have them, just with that old format. With the time it takes, discussions can get lengthy. We need a plan in place and go slowly,” said Thompson. “The only timeline is the need for the policy that’s not in place yet, whether that takes us one year or five years.” The board opted to review 20 per year, possibly more, over the course of four years. “It’s almost easier to go through what the MSBA has netted through their lawyers. The suggested way to go about this is to utilize what we’re paying for through MSBA,” added Linder. The next regularly scheduled board meeting is Monday, January 27, at 5:30 p.m., in the forum room. The public is encouraged to attend.
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treat his case the same as others and pursue him on a legal scale. Under New Business, Fire Chief Ryan Lange came in to discuss plans to apply for a FEMA grant. If the grant is accepted it will cover 95% of the cost of new turnout gear and other protective equipment. The fire department needs to replace 20 sets of gear which are outdated and don’t comply with the latest federal standards. The cost for these items adds up to about $145,000. With the grant covering 95% of the costs, the other 5% would be split equally between the city and the fire department’s relief fund. The council agreed on how important it was to not only keep
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By Pailey Gordon At the December 11 Canton City Council meeting, one of the main topics of discussion was the final 2020 budget/tax levy and then there were discussions on many topics. Discussion surrounding Joel Torgerson’s property began the meeting. Recently in court, Torgerson said his property was cleaned up to comply with the city’s ordinance. Two council members took a walk around the property; both said that it looked like he took the items Groth ~ Hoskins from the front yard and just Michelle Anne (Evenson) moved them to behind the Groth and Steven Paul Hoskins house. After a short talk about were married Friday, October 11, whether to go after him legally 2019, at five o’clock in the after- or not, the council decided to noon, during a private ceremony with their immediate family in La Crosse, Wis. Keela Johnson, best friend of the bride, officiated the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Witt of Dakota, Minn., and Ms. Susan Jenkins of Houston, Minn. The bridegroom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Hoskins of Houston, Minn. The wedding ceremony was held in the Library room at La Chateau. The couple resides in Houston, Minn.
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$10,000 through CNA Surety). Now other city employees will also be bonded. The city voted for $250,000 coverage, at an annual premium of $300. For the upcoming election, the city will stick with mailin ballots for voting as it is the most cost-saving method at about $1.50 per ballot. There will be three elections for which the city will be sending out ballots in 2020. ZZ Tap and Pauly’s Canton Pub have paid application fees for liquor licenses. Both will have on-sale on Sundays and ZZ Tap will have off-sale. Josh Hosting was billed for city sewer, even though he has his own septic system. The city will reimburse Hosting for the incorrect billing. The council decided to take advantage of a grant opportunity through the Fillmore County Public Health. This grant would provide a Traffic Calming Sign, which detects the speed of cars. The cost of the sign would have been $3,000, but with the grant, the city would only pay $1,000. The sign would be placed on the south end of Main Street. The City of Canton will be using SMG Web Design for a city website provider. In the Public Works report, there was a reminder to keep up with removing snow from sidewalks in a reasonable amount of time. Sidewalks that do not get cleaned off in time will be billed.
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FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL
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•Rushford Food Shelf, 9-11:30am and 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E. Jessie St.* •Preston Food Shelf, 9am-12pm and 1-4pm, 515 Washington St. NW.* •Preston AA Closed meeting, 12pm, United Methodist Church, 211 St. Anthony St., lower level.* •Rushford AA Closed meeting, 7pm, Presbyterian Church, Mill St.* •Chatfield AA meets, 7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.*
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NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: May 26, 2017 MORTGAGOR: Brandon Diekmann and Kari Diekmann, husband and wife as joint tenants. MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Bay Equity LLC. DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded June 1, 2017 Fillmore County Recorder, Document No. 412849. ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC. Dated November 12, 2019 Recorded November 26, 2019, as Document No. 424515. TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 1006166-0004046827-5 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Bay Equity LLC RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: M&T Bank MORTGAGED PROPERTY ADDRESS: 408 Broadway Ave N a/k/a 408 N Broadway St, Spring Valley, MN 55975 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: R36.0068.000 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: The land referred to herein is situated in the state of Minnesota, Fillmore County described as follows: Commencing 12 rods and 13 feet South and 225 feet East of the Northwest corner of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 28, Township 103, Range 13 for a place of beginning; thence South 89 feet; thence East to the center of Territorial Road from Spring Valley to Hamilton; thence along the center of said Territorial Road in a Northwesterly direction to a point in the center of Territorial Road directly East of the place of beginning; thence West to the place of beginning, beginning about 286 1/2 feet APN: R36.0068.000 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Fillmore ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $157,003.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID BY MORTGAGEE: $159,472.72 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceed-
ing Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: February 13, 2020 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Fillmore County Courthouse, Main Lobby, Preston, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on August 13, 2020, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032. MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: December 9, 2019 Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 37 - 19-008909 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. Publish 23,30,6,13,20,27
NOTICE TO RESIDENTS OF CARIMONA TOWNSHIP The January meeting of the Board of Carimona Township will be held on Wednesday January 8, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. at the Preston Emergency Services Building. Publish 23,30
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Please note that under Minnesota Statute 169.27, subd.5 it is a misdemeanor to deposit snow or ice in a road right-ofway. The law also considers it littering to place snow or ice in the right-of-way, which is punishable as a misdemeanor Minnesota Stat. 169.42, subd. 1 & 5. Please be aware of this and do not push snow or ice in the Township right-of-way. Thank you for your understanding and consideration. Chatfield Township Board of Supervisors
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CARROLTON TOWNSHIP NOTICE Carrolton Township will meet on January 8, 2020, at 4:00 p.m. at the Town Hall. Luanne Storelee Carrolton Town Clerk Publish 23,30 NOTICE NEWBURG TOWNSHIP Newburg Township Board will be changing their meeting times for the months of January and February 2020. The January meeting will be held on January 9th at 4 p.m. at the Newburg town hall. The February meeting will be held February 20th at 4 p.m. at the Newburg town hall. In March the meetings will go back to the regular day and time, the second Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. Barb Eiken, Newburg Township Clerk Publish 30,6
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Looks like the elves have done it again! Updated from top to bottom, this home is move-in ready. $94,500
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518 FILLMORE ST SE, CHATFIELD
$159,900 #5332763
• 4 Bedroom • Full Bath •1 Car Attached Garage • New Windows • Gorgeous original woodwork • Pocket doors • Open staircase • 9’ Ceilings • Crown Molding • Enclosed Porch plus an Open Porch • Wood floors • New Steel siding to be installed • Close to downtown • Only 2 owners with same owner for the past 65 years with no pets PERSONALIZE YOUR NEW HOME
1475 AMCO DR SE, CHATFIELD
$349,900 #5289721
• 4 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 3 Car Garage • 0.24 acre • Finished Walkout Lower Level • Open Floor Plan • Solid doors • Painted trim • 9’ ceilings • Main floor living • Master suite w/walk-in closet • Vaulted ceilings UPDATED COMMERCIAL BUILDING
5 ACRES
32876 US 52, CHATFIELD
$349,900 #5285923
• 3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2 Car attached Garage • 1 mile from town on blacktop road • Newer windows • Vinyl siding • wrap around deck • New septic • Good well • Updated mechanicals • 28’ x 32’ Pole shed new in 2013. • Additional 4 car garage w/concrete floor, shop area
373 HILLSIDE DR SE, CHATFIELD
$379,900 #5281554
• 5 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 3 Car Garage • 0.28 Acre • Private master suite • 9’ Ceilings • Panel doors • Quality built • Walkout • Patio • Deck • Storage Shed • Beautiful yard • Fenced yard • Security system • Heated/Finished Garage • Move-in & Enjoy
1448 AMCO DR SE, CHATFIELD
• 5 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 3 Car Garage • 0.28 Acre • Both levels finished • Stone accents • Vaulted ceilings • Main floor living • Private Master Suite w/walk-in closet • Solid doors • 9’ ceilings • Large open space out backyard • Still time to personalize with your own colors & tastes
LOTS & ACREAGES FOR SALE 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. #5032444 $149,900
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
LANESBORO – CARROLTON TOWNSHIP – Wooded 12.19 acre parcel ideal for recreation/hunting featuring approximately 400’ of creek frontage and adjoins State land. #5290693 $49,900
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$169,900 105 ELMWOOD ST EAST, LANESBORO
#5253824 #5253738
• 3 Bedroom home/apartment on second level • Main floor kitchenette • ¾ Bath ideal for Airbnb rental • Main level for office or retail space • Wood floors • New metal roof and quality triple pane windows • Enclosed porch • Patio • Garage • Across from Bike Trail
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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
SOLD 504 PARK ST SE, CHATFIELD • 4 Bedrooms SO• 2 LBathsD• 2 Car Garage 20 BURR OAK AVE NE, CHATFIELD • 3 Bedrooms SO• FullLbathD • 2 Car Garage 10541 HWY 52 SE, CHATFIELD SO• ¾LBathD• 2 Car Garage • 3 Bedrooms 301 W TRACY ROAD, SPRING VALLEY
• 3 Bedrooms • Built 1944 • 0.62 Acre
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Well maintained and nicely updated 2 bedroom 1 bath home. Vinyl siding, newer windows, newer roof on house, newer furnace, updated electrical, perennial gardens in back, partially fenced yard. No back door neighbors -- like living in the country. The property sits on 1/3 acre and also has beautiful hardwood floors, walk-up attic and partially finished basement. Great charming property whether you are starting out or slowing down!
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505 Calhoun avenue s, lanesboro Charming home in scenic Lanesboro • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • Wood floors throughout home • Enclosed porch is perfect for an office • Formal living room & dining room • Main floor laundry • Newer roof • Walking distance to school. Quick possession available
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$174,900
Park like setting with newer house built on 4 city lots on the edge of town. 4 bedroom 3 bath ranch style home with cathedral ceilings, master bedroom with walk in closet & m. bath. Living room, kitchen and informal dining all on main floor with open concept design. Patio doors lead to the deck outside overlooking the beautiful back yard. Lower level partially finished with theater room, large bedroom w/egress windows and 3/4 bath with shower. Sit on your deck and watch the abundance of wildlife roaming the yard.
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307 WEST COURTLAND AVE SPRING VALLEY, MN
$119,900
Totally renovated 3 bedroom 2 bath home w/main floor laundry, all new electrical & plumbing, all new sheet rock walls, all new flooring, new windows, new wooded blinds throughout, upgraded appliances & open floor plan kitchen with pantry & new patio door leading to new outside deck, perm. siding, new furnace w/ A-coil, water softener, all new landscaping including all new grass seeded lawn, new roof on house, new front steps & vinyl siding. Arched doorways, open staircase, leaded glass window & formal dining room. Beautifully renovated home at a great price!!
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13020 241ST AVE, HARMONY , MN
Located in the township of Bristol you will find a very unique 2 story home with hardwood floors, original woodwork, 4 upper level bedrooms, a room used as a library and bath. Main floor features eat-in kitchen with oak & cherry custom cabinetry, 700-foot family room with cast iron wood stove - or could be used as office, day care facility, or other form of multiple purpose room, sun room with 9-foot bay window, high ceilings, 2 front porches and back deck with hot tub. Attached 3 car garage. Nice little garden area with storage shed all located on large corner lot.
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Spacious 2004 custom built 3 bedroom 2 bath home. Main floor laundry, beautiful kitchen with pantry, dining room w/patio doors leading to outside patio area, large 2 car attached garage AND extra 26x28 detached garage. Large lot - 3/4 of an acre on the edge of town close to grocery store, gas stations convenience stores and banks. Ideal location. This is a well-cared for amazing home ready for immediate occupancy.
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90 Main st., Fountain
*Commercial building* This commercial property is located on Main St and near to State bike Trail • Business possibilities for retail, office space, room rentals and restaurant • Improvements include new roof, updated commercial electric, walls and new rooms, new plumbing, new insulation and more • Over 4,000 sq.ft.
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Large ranch • Wood floors • Large master • Main floor laundry • New roof • Formal dining room • Large living room • Covered private deck
COmmeRCial BuildiNg $129,900
Great opportunity in Lanesboro on high traffic area • Ideal retail business • Updated building • High ceilings with tin • 1/2 bath New home • 4 large bedrooms • 2 baths • Immaculate condition on main floor • New front entrance • Ready for immediate use • • 3-car heated garage • Completely finished • 9’ ceilings • Main Upstairs apartment has 2 bedrooms • Kitchen bath and pantry • Private fenced area in back with covered patio floor laundry • A lot of storage room
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Ranch home on corner lot • New metal roof • Updated windows • Covered patio • 2 car garage • 2 bedrooms on main floor • 3 baths • Main floor laundry • Large family room • Room for expansion in lower level
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105 Parkway ave, lanesboro
Owner is retiring • Unique diner (1927 Goodell Diner Car) • High traffic area • Scenic Lanesboro • Located on Main St • Close to state trail • Property runs down to Root River • Room for outside seating • Turn key operation
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Forestville state Park
2.9 acres • Wooded • Close to hunting, fishing, camping • Private • Ideal for house or cabin
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EMPLOYMENT
CITY CLERK-TREASURER FOR THE CITY OF FOUNTAIN. General duties: This position is responsible for all administrative and financial duties of the city and serves as the custodian of all city records. The financial duties include all financial accounting and associated reporting, annual financial report preparation, annual budget preparation, banking, investments, payroll, direction and coordination of municipal operations, and duties of clerk/treasurer as stated in minnesota statutes. The city office is open Monday – Thursday, 8:30 – 4:00. This position has a work week of 30 hours with a variation in work times to attend related conferences and meetings. Starting wage will depend on qualifications. Minimum requirements: High school diploma with two years of experience in accounting/bookkeeping, preferably in city government. Proficiency in computer systems and software applications. Must possess an ability to communicate effectively both orally, and in writing. Preferred qualifications: Graduation from a post-secondary school with a two-year degree in finance/accounting, or three to five years of experience in finance/fund accounting or related field preferred. Minnesota Certified Municipal Clerk (MCMC) certification is desired, or the willingness to obtain it. Apply: Applications may be obtained by contacting the City of Fountain at 507-268-4923, or in person at the Fountain City Office, 104 main st., Fountain, MN 55935. Pease return application and resume to: City of Fountain, PO Box 115, Fountain, MN 55935 or email: cityoffountain@frontiernet.net. Opening date: Dec. 13, 2019. Closing date: Jan. 06, 2020. h16,23,30-o ATTENTION: The Preston Park Board is accepting applications for a SWIMMING POOL MANAGER for the 2020 season. This person must be available beginning in May through August. Salary is negotiable, depending upon experience. Some duties include: hiring of lifeguards, scheduling of pool staff, daily bank deposits, ordering of supplies & concessions, attendance at monthly Park Board meetings. Specific job description and applications are available at City Hall in Preston. Position will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to applications received by 4:30pm on Wednesday, January 15, 2020. h30,6-o
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SWIMMING POOL MANAGER – CITY OF CHATFIELD. The City of Chatfield is seeking a seasonal employee to serve as a Swimming Pool Manager. This position will involve escalating responsibilities in running/ managing the swimming pool. This individual will be involved with day to day operations of the pool, including making all schedules, supervising staff on duty, interacting with patrons and helping out where additional staffing may be necessary. This individual will also be responsible for running in-service training for staff as needed. Minimum qualifications for this position include at least three years of experience as a lifeguard. A current Lifeguard Instructor certificate, current Water Safety Instructor certificate and management experience is preferred. Application forms, complete job description and further information available from the Office of the City Clerk, 507-867-3810 or at www. ci.chatfield.mn.us. Applications must be received no later than January 15, 2020 by mailing to Office of the City Clerk, 21 Second Street SE, Chatfield, MN 55923, or electronic submissions may be made to bcarlson@ci.chatfield. mn.us.h16,23,30,6,13-o ATTENTION: The Preston Park Board is accepting applications for LIFEGUARDS for the 2020 Summer season (June-mid August). Lifeguards must be at least 15 years of age and are required to complete Lifeguard training along with the provided CPR/First Aid and orientation classes. Lifeguard training is paid for by the Park Board upon completion of an application and a commitment to work 40 hours per month in June & July and 20 hours in August. Another available option is to be certified as a WSI (must be at least 16 years of age) to teach swim lessons. WSI training is paid for by the Park Board upon commitment to working at least 30 hours as a WSI. Lifeguard wages start at $10.03 with additional wages for WSI when teaching lessons. Applications are available at Preston City Hall. Application deadline is Wednesday, January 15, 2020. h30,6-o
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