Fillmore County Journal - 8.19.19

PRSRT STD ECR WSS US. POSTAGE PAID Permit No. 70 MADELIA, MN 56062

POSTAL PATRON

“Where Fillmore County News Comes First” Weekly Edition

Rushford parklet and Darin Daveau hired as a full-time officer PAGE

11

Wykoff street project delayed PAGE

6

Monday, August 19, 2019

Harmony’s historic grain elevator project PAGE

12

Volume 34 Issue 46

Whalan to have new roof on city hall PAGE

13

Canton Fire seeks changes PAGE

21

Canton • Chatfield • Fountain • Harmony • Houston • Lanesboro • Mabel • Ostrander • Peterson • Preston • Rushford • Rushford Village • Spring Valley • Whalan • Wykoff

Quilt of Valor awarded to extraordinary veteran

BY K ATRINA BERGEY

BY JASON SETHRE jason@fillmorecountyjournal.com

On August 13, 2019, a special election was held for voters residing in District 3 to elect their next county commissioner.

Kevin Beck and Larry Hindt faced off in what was expected to be a close race, according to the primary election held on May 14, 2019.

In the primary election,

news@fillmorecountyjournal.com

On Friday, August 2, at the veterans cemetery in Preston a remarkable veteran, Dean Alden, received his Quilt of Valor.

Quilts of Valor is an organization that was founded in 2003 by a woman named Catherine Roberts whose son had served in Iraq. “The mission of the Quilts of Valor Foundation is to cover service members and veterans touched by war with comfort and healing Quilts of Valor,” as stated on their website. Women and men from across the United States donate their time to help make and present these quilts to the courageous veterans while meeting certain design and material requirements. Besides donating time, many families, especially the ones that receive quilts, donate money to help fund quilts for other veterans.

You can find more information and details on the website www. qovf.org.

As a veteran, Dean qualified for a Quilt of Valor. His niece, Donna Aldinger, heard about the Quilts of Valor organization through a friend. After asking several questions and researching on her own, Donna contacted Dean’s other nieces and nephews who unanimously decided this would be the perfect way to honor their Uncle Dean. Donna filled out the application and, shortly after, was notified her uncle was getting a quilt of his own! Donna stated she was thrilled Dean had been chosen and that the planning began soon after.

Luckily, Marie Wilson of Rochester is a quilter for the organization and was ecstatic

Hindt wins seat as District 3 County Commissioner third place finisher Jordan Fontenello captured 27 votes, with Beck claiming 92 and Hindt walking away with 93. There was a total Larry Hindt of 212 voters who turned out See COMMISSIONER Page 9 ➤

Finance Department policy and procedures approved

BY K AREN R EISNER karen@fillmorecountyjournal.com

Dean Alden received his Quilt of Valor on August 2.

Photo submitted to be a part of it. A majority of the quilts made display patriotic colors, however, they can be tailored to a veteran or their family’s specific desires. On the back of each quilt, there are numerous writings to help identify and personalize each quilt such as the veteran’s name, years of service, quilter’s name, and location and date of the awarding ceremony. A number is also placed on the back to

ensure nobody can receive more than one. These special touches elevate the already moving, exceptional quilts.

Dean Alden is native to Fillmore County. He grew up right outside of Preston where he still resides today with his wife Lois.

When Dean was a child, he was often referred to as a “cowboy.”

Throughout his life, he has See QUILT OF VALOR Page 2 ➤

Policies and procedures were approved and put into place for the recently created Finance Department at the August 13 county board meeting.

Statutory issues which have been analyzed in detail concerning legalities over the creation of the department were resolved.

The board sought verification that they would be within statutory requirements with the creation of the finance department.

The classification of the finance director position as recommended by David Drown & Associates was approved. The salary was set for Lori Affeldt, Finance Director, effective August 1.

County Coordinator Bobbie Vickerman reviewed policies and procedures for the finance department: Receipt Policy, Disbursement Policy, Cash Policy (includes cash, checks, and direct deposits), and Payroll Procedures. Auditor/Treasurer Heidi Jones asked

about the source for the policies. Vickerman said they were from Winona County. The four policies and procedures were approved with amended language (“another employee” was changed to “A/T”).

Jones had requested a break down of responsibilities for the A/T and the finance department from three counties with an elected A/T and a separate finance department. The break downs were reviewed from Winona, Houston, and Freeborn Counties.

The finance department warrant document (list of warrants) was approved. Commissioners going forward will review finance department warrants instead of auditor’s warrants.

Chairman Duane Bakke stated it will take cooperation between department heads and employees to make this work. He encouraged people to embrace this model and make it successful.

See COUNTY BOARD Page 5 ➤

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

QUILT OF VALOR Continued from Page 1

always enjoyed working in the agricultural field by driving milk truck and working on the farm, particularly the Hellickson family’s farms. His great work ethic

Monday, August 19, 2019

and courage would prompt him to enlist to fight for our country.

Dean enlisted right in Fillmore County in January of 1957. First, he was taken to Fort Chaffee in Arkansas. Later, he was transferred to Fort Bragg in North Carolina to attend jump school,

Dean Alden served from 1957 to 1959.

Photo submitted

Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips!

which is training required for paratroopers. Following his training, he was deployed to Europe.

He spent a majority of his time in Germany in the cities Munich and Augsburg. While stationed there, he made several jumps.

After a dedicated two years of service, Dean was discharged in January of 1959.

The presentation to Dean with this outstanding quilt was a heartwarming ceremony held at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Preston. The ceremony began with the Pledge of Allegiance to acknowledge our country. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, the history of Dean’s time in duty was given by his nephew Joe Afseth. Then, the quilter, Marie Wilson, gave background on the Quilts of Valor organization, the patches on the quilt, and what she knew about Dean. Marie proceeded to recite a heartfelt poem. Ending the ceremony was the awarding of the quilt to Dean.

The ceremony was definitely a success. Deb Larson, of Preston and niece of Dean, commented on the ceremony, saying, “It went very well and was a great tribute to a deserving veteran.” All veterans deserve recognition and respect for their selfless duties to protect our country. The Quilt of Valor is a wonderful way to show your appreciation for their service. There are several other ways to help honor a veteran, so don’t forget to show your gratitude for them!

www.traditionspreston.com 1-507-765-3837 E.O.E

Assisted Living of Preston

Upcoming Events

Page 2

Coffee with Friends Tues., August 20• 9am Pie Social Tues., August 20 • 2pm Bingo Wed., August 21 • 2pm Casey & the Good Timers Fri., August 23 • 1pm Coffee with Friends Tues., August 27 • 9am Bingo Thurs., August 29 • 2pm Ralph Campbell Fri., August 30 • 2pm

Come to

T O D A ur Y! Ope n apart

ments!

Sponsored by

Get tickets under "Upcoming Events" at www.eagle-bluff.org or call 507-467-2437

RUN WITH A 1025R COMPACT UTILITY TRACTOR

60 0%APR FOR MONTHS

Transfer money income tax-free* to your children, grandchildren or favorite charity.

1300 OFF

PLUS UP TO $

23. -hp (17.8-kW)Tier 4 diesel engine Quik-Park™Loader and AutoConnect™ Drive-Over Deck compatible 6-year powertrain warranty*

RUN WITH A 2038R COMPACT UTILITY TRACTOR

60 0%APR FOR MONTHS

37.3-hp (27.4-kW) liquid-cooled diesel engine Quik-Park™ Loader and AutoConnect™ Drive-Over Deck compatible 6-year powertrain warranty*

RUN WITH A 3025E COMPACT UTILITY TRACTOR

60 0%APR FOR MONTHS

1

2000 OFF

PLUS UP TO $

2

WITH THE PURCHASE OF TWO OR MORE IMPLEMENTS

24.7-hp (18.4-kW) Tier 4 diesel engine Hydrostatic, 2-range transmission 6-year powertrain warranty*

or more nformat on contact

Gregory M. Davids Financial Services

Preston Equipment Company

re ton da d cent r te net

Single Premium Whole Life is policy form ICC16ELP045/ELP045. See forms for complete details. Forms may vary or be unavailable in some states. * Income tax-free death benefit EMCNL456 |

2

WITH THE PURCHASE OF TWO OR MORE IMPLEMENTS

aranteed death benefit and ca h a e to death benefit a a ab e tho t a aramed ca exam a ab e at a mo t an a e -

-

1

1500 OFF

Single Premium Whole Life

-

2

WITH THE PURCHASE OF TWO OR MORE IMPLEMENTS

PLUS UP TO $

ox

1

Products underwritten by: PO Box 9202 Des Moines, IA 50306-9202 800-232-5818 www.EMCNationalLife.com

1 Offer valid on qualifying purchases made between 1 August 2019 to 1 November 2019. Subject to approved installment credit with John Deere Financial, for consumer or commercial use only. No down payment required. $16.67 per month for every $1,000 financed. 0% APR for 60 months only. Taxes, freight, setup and delivery charges could increase monthly payment. Available at participating U.S. dealers. Prices and models may vary by dealer.

Offer valid on qualifying purchases made between 1 August 2019 to 1 November 2019. $500 off implement bonus is in addition to low-rate financing and requires the purchase of two or more qualifying John Deere or Frontier implements. In addition to implement bonus and low-rate financing, get $800 off 1025R Tractors, $1,000 off 2038R Series Tractors and $1,500 off 3E Series Tractors. Prices and models may vary by dealer. Some restrictions apply; other special rates and terms may be available, so see your dealer for details and other financing options. Available at participating U.S. dealers. *All compact utility tractors purchased new from an authorized John Deere dealer come standard with a 6-year/2,000-hour (whichever comes first) powertrain warranty.

John Deere, the leaping deer symbol, and green and yellow trade dress are trademarks of Deere & Company.

2

A0D030ECU2F77079-00063739

Fillmore County Journal

August 19, 2019

507-765-2151

During the first full weekend in August, Buffalo Bill Days celebrates the community of Lanesboro with a variety of events including a street dance, a softball tournament, sand volleyball tournament, 5k run, live music, fireworks, a parade and numerous activities in Sylvan Park. The celebration in 2019 will be the 35th year! The annual celebration commemorates famous showman Buffalo Bill Cody’s visit to Lanesboro in 1876.

B U F FA L O BILL DAYS 2 019 City of Lanesboro I 202 Parkway Avenue South I Lanesboro, MN 55949 A G R E AT P L A C E TO V I S I T A N D L I V E I N M I N N E S O TA !

Buffalo Roam

Parade

Buffalo Bill

I

507-467-3722

Pedal Pull

Petting Zoo

Photos by Barb Jeffers

Page 4

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, August 19, 2019

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week.

C OMMENTARY Why are you so angry?

By Eric Leitzen Hokah, MN Boy, it was a little fun triggering people last time!

I even wound up being the top Google result for “chumps & grifters,” which is neat. #humblebrag But I’m not going to spend my time here picking a p a r t responses I got to my last column, instead I want to look at the bigger Eric Leitzen picture and simply ask... why are you so angry?

Are you angry because I haven’t spelled out my plan for every possible problem, or because all of your leader’s plans aren’t working?

Are you angry at the word being used to describe a camp, or because we have camps to concentrate certain people?

Are you angry because people don’t pay any income tax, or because not enough people make enough money to pay more than the tax they already paid that year?

Are you angry because I say the tax cuts aren’t working, or because massive evidence shows they went to stock buybacks?

Are you angry because someone told you the tax cuts didn’t cause the one trillion dollar deficit, or because a simple search finds articles even from Fox Business that say it did?

Are you angry because not enough people are working hard enough, or because people Editorial Cartoon

working three jobs still can’t pay the bills?

Are you angry because no one notices your 401k is growing, or because the stock market going up means nothing to someone making $7.25 an hour?

Are you angry because people disagree with you about the economy, or are you mad that we still have starving and homeless in the richest country the world has ever seen?

Are you angry because people “play the victim” or because someone else wants to help that “victim”?

Are you angry because people want too many “free” things, or because people are dying because they can’t afford medicine due to price gouging companies?

Are you angry because the government spends too much, or because it spends so much on the military even they don’t know what to do with it or track where it’s going?

Are you angry that everyone is too PC, or because your opinion isn’t being respected?

Are you angry at intolerance, or because some random guy doesn’t tolerate your ideas?

Are you angry that a lady debunked all your claims with actual evidence, or because now you have to pretend your insults were just “tough love” instead of class warfare?

Are you angry because someone threw a milkshake at someone you like, or because someone drove a car into a crowd and killed someone?

Are you angry because one man shot up Dayton, or that about 260 mass shootings have

happened this year?

Are you angry because my commentary is annoying, or because you might actually find somewhere you agree?

Are you angry because you don’t feel like you’re winning?

This isn’t some a game you have to win and some other side must lose. I promise you I do not care about “owning” you as much as I care about helping everyone.

Yes, folks, here it is: the part where all of the grumps can immediately go from calling me a whiny snowflake to calling me a demon, or possibly both at the same time, because I’m about to tell you that when “the left” wins (and we always win) we’re really gonna give it to you.

We’re gonna give you healthcare, no questions asked.

We’re gonna give you peace of mind for the cost of one billionaire’s personal helipad.

We’re gonna give you clean water and healthy food.

We’re gonna give you stable shelter and strong schools.

We’re gonna give you enough not just to survive, but thrive.

We’re gonna give you a big, beautiful world, and the billionaires are gonna pay for it because they’ve been stealing your hard-earned money for almost 40 years now.

We’re gonna give you a break and punish giant corporations that try to cheat every cent out of you.

We’re gonna give you the freedom to live your best life.

We’re gonna give you the dignity of retiring comfortably.

We’re gonna give you the dignity of knowing you’re a human being, just like the rest of us.

And you’re gonna love it.

Preston Historical Society announces 2019 raffle winners The Preston Historical Society conducted the drawing for the winners of the recent raffle fundraiser at their August Society meeting. Proceeds from the raffle will be used for Historical Society projects. Raffle prizes were valued at over $1,400.

The Society would again like to thank F & M Community Bank for providing matching funds of $1,000 (a dollar for each ticket sold). Preston businesses and individuals, listed below were also gracious to provide the many prizes.

Titleist golf bag– Greg and Bonnie Davids ($200 value), Holli Wingert, Preston.

America State Quarter Collection – First State Bank Fountain ($190 value), Allan LaFleur, Rushford Handmade lap quilt – Merilly Dale on behalf of Quip & Sew Quilters ($179 value), Roxie Knies, Preston.

Nike golf bag – Mark Seaquist ($130 value), Rita Wilson, Preston Gift certificate to Four Daughters – Dick & Linda Wolfe ($100 value), Pam Ristau, Preston.

Products and gift certificate – Sally’s Hair to Dye For ($100 value), Fred O’Connor, Preston.

Gift certificate to Preston Motor Mart, Rich Irish ($100 value), Dawn Ristau, Preston.

Alliance Putter – Greg and Bonnie Davids ($100 value), Josh Krage, Preston.

Lap quilt, train theme – Ann Sparks ($75 value), Sharyol O’Connor, Preston Two Tickets to Commonweal Theatre– KFIL ($75 value), Greg Davids, Preston Oil Change – Preston Service Plus ($55 value), Matt Quanrud, Preston Pro-VI golf balls – Greg and Bonnie Davids ($50 value), Marilyn Duxbury, Preston Gift certificate – Sweet Stop & Sandwich Shoppe ($50 value), Roxie Knies, Preston Boots & Badges: Honoring Fillmore County Veterans Book – Fillmore County Journal ($49.95 value), Tracie Mensink, Preston.

MN Vikings tied fleece blanket – Sheila Craig (value $45), Naomi Fruechte, Caledonia Gift certificate, Urban Artifacts of Preston (value $35), Keith

Larson, Preston 3M products basket – Joel and Barb Mielke ($35 value), Greg Davids, Preston Garden hod – John Carlin (value $30), Gerrie Daley, Preston 4 gift certificates to Branding Iron, Aaron Fox and Bob Mayrand ($25 value each): Bruce Dornink, Preston; Mike Schultz, Preston; Bob Smock, Preston; and Susan Mandelko, Preston Two pork gift certificates good at Harmony, Preston or Rushford Foods – Gulbranson Farms ($25 value each), Deanna Kurth, Spring Valley and Kyle Chiglo, Peterson.

Gift certificate – NAPA Preston and Root River Hardware ($25 value), Steve Cremer, Harmony Gift certificate - Preston Floral – ($25 value), Taylor Case, Preston.

Two Gift Certificate B & B Olympic Bowl (value $20 each) Mark Ruen, Lanesboro and Alisson Leathers, Preston.

Gift certificate at Preston, Harmony & Rushford Foods (value $20), Krista Thompson, Byron.

Government this week Monday, August 19 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, August 20 Board, Media Center, 6 p.m.

Council, City hall, 7 p.m.

Thursday, August 22 & Zoning, Courthouse, 7 p.m.

Friday, August 23 12:15 p.m.

Monday, August 26 City Hall, 6 p.m.

Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m.

Hall, 7 p.m.

Schedule subject to change.

When you buy from a mom or pop business, you are not helping a ceo buy a third vacation home. you are helping a little girl get dance lessons, a little boy get his team jersey, a mom or dad put food on the table, a family pay a mortgage, or a student pay for college. our customers are our shareholders and they are the ones We strive to make happy. thank you for supporting small businesses!

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

The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County

Monday, August 19, 2019

C OMMENTARY

COUNTY BOARD Continued from Page 1

Other business in brief

Democracy won’t die if we don’t let it

By Lee Hamilton Democracy’s premise is that ordinary citizens can make solid decisions on complex issues. But this basic principle and the structure of laws and practices erected over Lee H. the centuries Hamilton to safeguard it are being questioned as rarely before.

It’s not just that political leaders in various western democracies seem to have little regard for the norms and procedures they inherited. It’s that public discourse is filled these days with warnings about democracy’s collapse. As the writer James Traub put it not long ago, “You’d have to go back more than a century, to the 15 years before World War I, to find another moment when so many leading thinkers...questioned democracy’s future.”

Certainly, there’s reason to worry. Participating productively in our democracy has always been a serious challenge.

But because of the intensely polarized environment and the enormous amount of information, both true and false, that surrounds us, making discriminating judgments has become harder. It’s not just that we face the challenge as citizens of try-

PET OF THE WEEK

C lyde

ing to choose the best path forward in these circumstances. We now also have to discern what information is true and what’s false as we do so.

Moreover, as citizens we have to be more alert than ever to demagogues and authoritarians, to those who degrade and diminish democracy, and to those who want to exclude our fellow citizens from participating. These traits can be subtle.

Plenty of officials argue, “Trust us, we know best” on national security, public finance, and other issues. Too often, the veil of special expertise is used to hide abuses of power or efforts to restrict the freedom of others.

Yet if we ask, with Lincoln, whether this nation “so conceived and so dedicated can long endure,” we don’t see a democracy in its death throes. Yes, it is under stress. It needs fixing.

It cannot be taken for granted.

It struggles with corruption, complacency, ineffectiveness, and slowness. But its strengths lie where they always have: in a population that embraces democratic values.

As voters we have to look for candidates and leaders who are committed to making the political institutions of democracy stronger: a Congress that works, a judiciary that is independent of political pressure, an executive branch that’s transparent and accountable, a noisy and robust free press, the rule of

DOMESTIC SHORTHAIR/MIX Could a kitty boy get any cuter? I’m Clyde, a sevenmonth-old black and white kitty who was found with two other boys, Marmalade and Oscar, around an apartment complex in Austin. The lady who found us took us in for a few days until she could get to Rochester to bring us to the shelter. Once we arrived at the shelter, it took me a bit of time to adjust to loud noises and stuff like that, but now I’m an active little champ who likes to play with toys and wrestle with other kittens. I like to be petted but not really held; I’m an independent sort of chap. How’s about you shuffle, glide, or slide on down to the shelter and catch up with Clyde. I’ll be waitin’.

Adoption fee $100 + microchip fee $20 + tax

Paws and Claws Humane Society 3224 19th Street NW • Rochester, MN (507) 288-7226

DO YOU NEED TO RUN AN AD IN NEXT MONDAY’S FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL? THE ADVERTISING DEADLINE IS 5:00 P.M. ON TUESDAY THIS WEEK FOR NEX T MONDAY’S EDITION!

Please send ad information to:

ads@fillmorecountyjournal.com or call 507-765-2151 to place your advertisements. www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

law, a sturdy civil society. And we need to practice democracy as individuals: getting involved, making ourselves heard, voting, improving our corner of the world. It’s no exaggeration to say the future of our country depends on citizens stepping forward.

But we also have to go beyond our actions by committing ourselves to democracy’s fundamental values. As others have noted, democracy is not just a political system and a set of rules. It’s also a culture – it’s the way we live: respect for the rule of law, fairness to all, tolerance of differences, equal political rights, and equal opportunity. These are the fundamental values that undergird our country. It is a culture that encourages each of us to become the best we can, and to build a better neighborhood, community, state, nation, or world.

Democracy’s gift is that we strengthen it by practicing it – by getting involved, making ourselves heard, and engaging with our communities. This means that we also strengthen democracy by pushing to expand the vote, not depress it, and by taking to heart the simple notion that we have a government of, by, and for the people – not just certain kinds of people.

In the end, we’re all bound together in the same society, attached to these shared values and practices. It’s why I don’t think the authoritarian models of China or Russia or oneman rule hold any attraction for Americans. We’re not going to go down those paths.

Democracy may not solve all problems, and it often frustrates us, but it provides us with the best way humankind has found to search for remedies and solutions that benefit the many.

Its future is an educated guess.

None of us really knows what will happen. What we do know, however, is that the important question has nothing to do with whether we’re optimistic or pessimistic. It’s what do we have to do to strengthen it?

Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar at the IU Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies; and a Professor of Practice at the IU O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

WORD GETS AROUND WHEN YOU ADVERTISE IN THE JOURNAL.

1-800-599-0481 in 507 area code

decided security cameras are to be placed at all of the remote recycling sites, due to the amount of inappropriate dumping of unrecyclable items and garbage. management consultant, gave the annual report for Minnesota Counties Intergovernmental Trust. It is not an insurance company, but is a joint powers entity where members pool resources to provide protections.

Fillmore County has been a member of MCIT for 39 of the 40 years it has been managing risks. MCIT covers 81 of Minnesota’s 87 counties.

The county received a dividend from MCIT in 2018 in the amount of $98,341. For 2019 the dividend is to be $79,349.

Gregg presented seven bids for the Wykoff reconstruction project. Two were for work to be completed this year. Five were for work to begin in May of 2020 and to be completed by July 15, 2020. Gregg recommended the low bid from Alcon of $1,173,448.38. This is a $300,000 savings over the low bid for work to be completed this year. Doing the work next year will be significantly more economical and will not interfere with Wykoff’s Fall Festival.

The county’s approval is contingent on the city of Wykoff approving the contract.

Kiehne reviewed his budget numbers, which include the possible addition of a staff member next year. Bakke said they will monitor the use of the temporary worker for Kiehne’s department from now until the end of the year to see if another staff member is needed. The temporary worker was approved at the last meeting.

District Administrator, was welcomed to Fillmore County. mission is to provide natural $12,000 is needed to update increased by $5,000 for 2020. at the Fillmore County History Center, gave an update of the tant Director Bretta Grabau are making some changes, focusing on membership and patrons.

The recent 150th celebration asked for the county’s continued support in 2020. presented the department’s proposed 2020 budget. There is a $170,280 increase, which is to be reduced with the proposed removal of one office support position (a savings of about

Page 5

$58,000). Vickerman praised ficult budget. There is an uncontrolled expense with a $140,000 annual cost for the placement of one child in a Utah facility. for more secure facilities for both adults and youth in Minnesota.

Nursing, presented the proposed said revenues are up $115,274 and expenses are up $139,809; an increase of $24,535. Bakke maintained that those who work with the public (county employees) should be encouraged to get flu shots. advertise for a replacement case aide in social services. sented his 2020 budget; a small increase over last year’s budget. toner for two existing printers for the assessor’s office. It was determined that this was the most economical way to provide more direct printer access for appraisers in the back office. ing office was discussed. It will house victims services and possibly women’s shelter, if they are interested in this location. The back room may be equipped for Doctor on Demand and a breast may be required.

Got a News Tip? Have a Story Idea?

Contact the Fillmore County Journal P: 507.765.2151 F: 507.765.2468 E: news@fillmorecountyjournal.com www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

136 St. Anthony St. • P.O. Box 496 Preston, MN 55965 507-765-2151 • 1-800-599-0481 FAX 507-765-2468 e-mail: news@fillmorecountyjournal.com website: www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

Publisher/Editor Associate Publisher Creative Director Assistant Editor Graphic Designer Website Administrator Sales Sports Director Photo Journalist

Jason Sethre Amanda Sethre Jana Boyum Ellen Whalen Taylor Case Michelle Quanrud Sherry Hines Paul Trende Barb Jeffers

Contributors: Mary L. Allen, Aaron Bishop, Tammy Danielson, Wenda Grabau, Jessi Jablonski, Barb Jeffers, Eric Leitzen, Julie Little, Kathy Little, Yvonne Nyenhuis, Karen Reisner, Sara Snipes, Mary Whalen, Rich Wicks, Hannah Wingert, Kirsten Zoellner Published by Sethre Media Group, Inc. every Monday and mailed third class. Circulation: 12,142 FREE SUBSCRIPTIONS to zip codes served, 1,225 FREE STORE DISTRIBUTION and 200 PAID SUBSCRIPTIONS at $55 per year, third class or $105 first class.

DEADLINE for news & advertising is 5PM TUESDAY for the Monday Edition. © 2019

OFFICE HOURS:

Monday-Thursday 8am - 5pm Friday 8am - Noon Closed Saturday & Sunday

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

Page 6

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, August 19, 2019

An Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County

Wykoff street project delayed until spring

By Rich Wicks The Wykoff City Council held a regular meeting on August 13.

Council members in attendance included Lyle Morey, Mayor Al Williams, City Clerk Becky Schmidt, Mary Sackett and Mary Tjepkes. Richard Gleason was absent. Daren Sikkink, representing WHKS, and Ron Gregg, County Engineer, spoke to the council about the bids received on the planned “County 5” street project.

Sikkink showed an email from Ron Gregg which lists the bidders and the bidded amounts. Sikkink explained that, “We received some comments from contractors that a project for this fall, even though some could do it, it would be more expensive, and some said they wouldn’t even be able to bid it.” Because of this, the bids were divided into “Option A” and “Option B.” Option A is for a

contractor to do the project this summer/fall as originally planned.

Option B is for the project to be done in the spring/summer of 2020 (roughly mid-April to July).

Sikkink said only two contractors submitted bids on doing the project yet this year, and those bids were notably higher (on average) than the five bids submitted for doing the project next year. The lowest bid was just under $1.2 million, from Alcon Excavating Inc, out of Rochester.

Because the project involves County Road 5, the city and county are each paying a share of the cost. Ron Gregg explained that he had met with the county board, and his suggestion to them was to accept the Alcon bid for doing the project in 2020, and the county board agreed, contingent on Wykoff accepting the bid as well. So he asked the city to consider also agreeing to this

delayed, the special assessments and planned public hearing will also be “tabled” until next year.

Rick Whitney addressed the council regarding the ongoing problem of too much rainwater getting into the sanitary sewer system. He summarized that some of it is likely due to homeowners who have sump pumps that feed into the sanitary sewer, and he said another cause is water that

plan, since the total price would be roughly $300,000 lower in the spring. Gregg noted that the Alcon bid is roughly $27,000 below the engineer’s estimate for the cost of the project. The council voted unanimously to accept the Alcon bid to do the project in 2020. Due to the project being

leaks into the city’s manholes. He estimated the city has around 65 manholes, but said not all of them are a problem. He said if 15 or 20 of the manholes are leaking significantly, that could equate to hundreds of gallons of water per minute during a rainstorm. He suggested a type of “plastic dish” that can be installed in manholes, See PROJECT DELAY Page 7 ➤

Third winner of the summer

201 9-2 020

UNTRY BLUFF CO

IO A P U B L I C AT

Ron Gregg explains reasons for delaying County 5 project until spring.

Photo by Rich Wicks

N BY

|

800-599-0

481

|

VISITBLUFF

C O U N T R Y.

COM

FR EE

C O HISTORI A GUIDE T

Kara Noren of Ettrick, Wis., stands next to her brand new kayak she won in a recent contest.

On July 31, 2019, Visit Bluff Country Magazine conducted the third prize giveaway drawing of the summer, which was a brand new kayak. As the magazine celebrates 34 years as the premier tourism publication of Historic Bluff Country (a.k.a. The Driftless Area), they will be conducting prize giveaways each month from May through September. Prizes include kayaks, a Grizzly cooler, and a Green Mountain Grill (with WiFi).

Nikki van den Heever of Cresco, Iowa, won the first kayak drawing on May 31, 2019, and Rebecca Wangen Kahn of Plainview, Minn., won the second kayak drawing on June 30, 2019.

The next drawing for a brand new Grizzly 40 Cooler ($270 value) will be August 31, 2019.

Please to go www.visitbluffcountry.com/thebest to enter this drawing.

Photo submitted

Funding generations of success

Since 1901

fsbfountain.com

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week.

PROJECT DELAY Continued from Page 6

under the cover, to prevent most water from leaking through. The cost ranges from about $18 to $35 each, depending on type. Becky Schmidt said if the city bought and installed 30 such devices now, the cost would be roughly $2,000, whereas each time the water treatment plant floods, it costs several thousand more than that. The council voted to purchase and install 30 such devices for now, and will see if more need to be bought in the future.

Mary Tjepkes and Rick Whitney also talked with the county about possibly doing another “smoke test” to find areas in need of repair. Tjepkes said the most recent smoke test was in 2011, and the areas identified at that time still have not been repaired.

Whitney stated, “On the day that we flooded, we took in 181,000 gallons of influent in a 24-hour period, and we’re rated for 44,000 gallons.” The council asked Whitney to get estimates on the cost of smoke testing the whole sys-

tem, and another estimate for just smoke testing areas of concern.

Fire Chief Wade Baker addressed the council regarding a firefighter who will be moving to another community in the area. Baker said in the past, members of the Wykoff Fire Department were required to live and/ or work in Wykoff, but he asked the council to consider allowing this firefighter to stay on the crew, since he has said he will still be able to answer fire calls from his daytime workplace, and because it can be challenging to find enough firefighters, especially on the day shift. The council voted to approve Baker’s request, and approved John Apenhorst to be the Fire Department’s Emergency Management Coordinator.

The council considered an estimate from O’Connell Excavating for several requested street “fixups” around town. After discussion, the council voted to approve a majority of the repairs. As noted on O’Connell’s estimate, the area on North Silver Street is too damaged, and Joe O’Connell said it’s not realistic to patch that area.

Monday, August 19, 2019 An issue regarding “peddlers” was discussed. Schmidt informed the council that a peddler had recently been in town, going door-to-door to sell cable TV service. She said a number of citizens complained. She said the city has an ordinance to address this, but she suggested creating a “Peddlers and Solicitors” application which would give city staff time to check to see that applicants are with a legitimate business. It was noted that this process does not apply to local solicitors such as church groups, nor to delivery routes such as Schwan’s. The council approved the application as suggested.

After discussion, the council agreed to approve WHKS to develop a concept for the old school property, in accordance with the city’s interest in possibly making lots there for homes. The approximate cost of this “concept work” was estimated at $500, according to Daren Sikkink. The meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m.

The council’s next regular meeting will be Monday, September 9 at 7 p.m.

Lanesboro EAT SHOP PLAY

S & A Petroleum, Inc. Wholesale Gas & Diesel C-Stores Bulk Delivery

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Page 7

August 28 SWCD prairie walk will highlight native seed collection The Fillmore Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is sponsoring a native prairie walk on Wednesday, August 28 at the Tim and Susan Gossman farm, 31294 Ninebark Road, Chatfield, Minn. 55923. The walk will begin at 5:30 p.m. with information about how to collect native plant seed. The event is open to the public, and no pre-registration is required.

The walk will last about an hour to hour-and-a-half followed by a free light supper and informal discussion. Participants will also learn about native plant identification and programs for establishing native plants. The Gossman farm is located about four miles west of Chatfield on County Road 2, then about one mile south on Ninebark Road (a.k.a. County Road 101).

For more information, including any weather-related announcements, contact the Fillmore SWCD office at (507) 765-3878, ext. 3, email stevens2899@gmail.com or go to www.fillmoreswcd.org.

Got a News Tip? Contact the

P: 507-765-2151 F: 507-765-2468 E: news@fillmorecountyjournal.com www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

BE PART OF THE

MAGIC OF LANESBORO

Group Photo of visitors and residents in front of the #OnlyInMN monument after the community potluck at Sons of Norway Hall, Thursday , August 1, 2019.

Many things draw people to Lanesboro.

At least one of them is inspiration.

From the book “Lanesboro Minnesota”

by Steve Harris Dear Reader, If you’ve ever been lured by the magic that is Lanesboro, consider joining the Lanesboro Area Chamber of Commerce as an individual supporter - visitor, former resident or Lanesboro resident.

Your membership will contribute to making our community a great place to live, work and play.

One of our members, Heidi Dybing, expresses it this way: “We all care so much about the success of our downtown and it is important that we assist the Chamber and local businesses in any way we can. First we can shop locally and support their livelihoods. Second, we can support the chamber and their work with an individual membership.

It is only $50 a year and your support says you are an active partner in our business community.

When we work together, who knows what can happen!”

Magic CAN happen!

Faithfully, Andrzej (ahn-jay) Zalasinski, Jr. Executive Director

Visit 150.lanesboro.com for stories and events through 2019

SIGN UP ONLINE:

For membership call 507.467.2696 or go to: lanesboro.com/membership

Todd Hadoff, GRI Cell: 507-259-5454 Email: homes@toddhadoff.com Website: www.ToddHadoff.com

REMAX Results

Phone: (507) 467-2696

chamber@lanesboro.com

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO ADVERTISE ON THE LANESBORO PAGE, CALL JASON AT 507-251-5297 FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Page 8

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

OBITUARIES Almeda L. Eickhoff Almeda L. Eickhoff, 103, of Spring Valley, Minn., died Mond ay, August 12, 2019 at Spring Valley Living.

A l m eda Kohlmeyer was born April Almeda L. 17, 1916 ,to Eickhoff Charles and Dora (Schmidt) Kohlmeyer in Fountain Township. She was educated in the neighborhood country schools and graduated from Wykoff High School in 1933. She married Emery Eickhoff October 1, 1936, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Wykoff. The couple made their home and farmed on the Eickhoff family farm until their retirement in 1977. In 1960 Eugene and Rita Kramer began working with the couple and today their sons Ross and Rory Kramer continue to live on and work the farm. The couple moved to Wykoff in 1995 and then to the Spring Valley Assisted Living in January 2008 and later into the care center.

The couple traveled extensively with Emery’s brother Emil and wife Irene. Travels included trips to all 50 states and 65 countries. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Wykoff where she was in the Ladies Aid and the choir, active member of the Farm Bureau at both local and state levels, member of the

Monday, August 19, 2019

Republican Party, member of the Wykoff Lions, worked with the founding of the Wykoff Area Historical Society, worked with the Fillmore County Museum in Fountain, and a member of the Wykoff Rainbow Garden Club, the neighborhood Birthday Club and the Homemakers Group. Over the years she baked hundreds of wedding and birthday cakes.

The couple did not have children of their own but adopted the Kramer family and their many nieces and nephews as their own. She is survived by one brother, Carl of Rochester; Rita Kramer/Joerg of Preston and her children Kim of Rochester, Ross and Rory of Fountain, and Maureen, Todd, Josh, Jennifer and Jonathan, all of the metro area; and 30 nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband in 2011, sister Velma Jeske, brother Roland, Gene Kramer, and nine nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held at 5 p.m. on Sunday, August 18, 2019, at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Wykoff, Minn., with Rev. Michael Harman officiating. Burial took place in the Church Cemetery on Monday, August 19. Visitation was from 3 p.m. until time of service at the church on Sunday.

Condolences may be left at www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com.

sey Thompson. She graduated from Lanesboro High School in 1945 and married Donald A. Johnson of Harmony on July 30, 1950, settling on a farm in the Mavis N. Harmony Johnson area. Mavis worked at Northwestern Bell Telephone, Fillmore County Sheriff ’s Office, and KFIL Radio. In 1979 Mavis and Donnie sold the farm and retired, moving into Harmony where Mavis enjoyed walking with her friends, gardening, crocheting and was an avid reader.

Mavis also enjoyed volunteering at Harmony Healthcare for over 20 years and was an active member at Greenfield Lutheran Church serving on several committees, church council, WELCA and Miriam Circle.

Mavis is preceded in death by her husband Donald, baby daughter Betsey Louise, brother Donald Thompson, his wife Beverly, brothers-in-law David Drake and Gene Johnson, and nephew Robin Drake.

She is survived by her brother Robert (Marilyn) Thompson of Lanesboro, three sisters: Charlotte Johnson of Whalan, Phylis (Nester) Chiglo of Caledonia, and Marjorie Drake of Lanesboro; and many nieces Mavis N. Johnson and nephews who all treasured Mavis N. Johnson passed Mavis dearly. away peacefully August 8, 2019, Funeral service was held 11 at the Gunderson Harmony a.m. Tuesday, August 13, 2019, Care Center. Mavis was born at Greenfield Lutheran Church December 7, 1927, in rural in Harmony, with Pastor NichLanesboro to Corday and Bet- olas D. Drake officiating. Visitation was from 9:30-11 a.m. before services at the church.

Burial took place in the Greenfield Cemetery, in Harmony.

Fillmore County Church Directory

Christ Lutheran Church..........………………..........Sundays - 9 : 00am 509 Kansas St NW, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765-2161 Greenf ield Lutheran Church..…..........……….......Sundays - 9 : 00am 235 Main Ave S, Harmony, MN 55939 (507) 886-3272 St. Columban Church.…..…….......………………..Sundays - 10 : 00am 4 08 Preston St NW # 2, Preston, MN 55965 (507) 765 -3886 St. Mary’s Catholic Church...…...................................Sundays - 8:00am 405 Twiford St SW, Chatfield, MN 55923

(507) 867-3148

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

Patricia “Pat” Bestul Patricia “Pat” Bestul, 88 years old, died on Tuesday, August 13, 2019, in the peace of her home after a long battle with cancer.

Pat is survived by Marv, her husband of 67 years, son Scott, and daughter Jo (Craig) Schultz, grandchildren Brooke and Bailey Bestul, her sister Rose

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Marie Schofield, and brothers Scott (Mary) Herrick and Jim (Sara) Herrick. Pat is also survived by a loving host of brothers- and sisters-in-law, as well as Patricia “Pat” many nieces Bestul and nephews, all of whom she adored.

Preceding her in death were her adoptive parents, Howard “Hod” and Barbara Herrick, her parents Herta and Edwin, three brothers: Chester, LeRoy and Herbert; and two sisters, Helen and Gertrude.

Pat was born July 18, 1931, in Hamburg, Wis. She spent several years of her childhood in the Bethany Children’s Home in Waupaca, Wis. While at Bethany, Pat began babysitting a pair of young boys whom she grew to adore. Later she would go to live with the loving family of Barb and Hod Herrick and their sons Scott and Jim; though never formally adopted by these wonderful folks, she always considered the Herricks her family. On a double-date in the summer of 1951, she met a shy young man named Marvin.

They would marry on April 12, 1952, and enjoyed a close and loving marriage for 67 years. In 1960, Pat and Marv adopted their son Scott and, two years later, adopted daughter Jo. Pat followed Marv as work took him to Baraboo, Janesville, and Madison, Wis., then Davenport, Iowa, and finally Naperville, Ill. In 1992 they retired to Rushford, Minn. In 1999, Pat was thrilled to become a grandmother to twins Brooke and Bailey, who brought her great joy for more than 20 years.

Pat was a devout Christian who found her greatest joy in worship and participating in church activities such as quilting, sewing and baking. She worked as a telephone operator, church secretary, and stay-athome mom until she began her work in retail sales. Her career began at a children’s clothing store and later, a major department store. Pat was a gifted

Send an upcoming event:

12pm, THURS., AUGUST 22 United Methodist Church, 211 St. Anthony 8:15-9am, Harmony Community Center. St., lower level.* 8:15-9am, Harmony Community Center.

507-272-3731.* 507-272-3731.* 9-11:30am, 5pm, Spring Valley Public Library* 9-11:30am and 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E. 7pm, 12:30-4pm, Tenborg Building, 113 E. Jessie St., Rushford.* Presbyterian Church, Mill St.* Jessie St.* 9am-12pm, 7:30pm, Pioneer 9am-12pm and 1-4pm, 515 Washington St. NW.* Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.* 1-4pm, 525 Washington St. NW.* , bus picks WEDS., AUGUST 21 up for shopping 9:35am, United Methodist 10-11am, 10-10:45am, Spring Valley Community Church, Preston; 10am Fountain State Assumption Church hall, Canton. 507- Center. 507-272-3731.* Bank. Call (800) 944-3874 to ride.

251-0520 for information.* 11:30-12:15, Christ Lutheran Church, 10-10:45am, Spring Valley Community 1pm, Jewelry making with Annette, sign Preston. 507-272-3731.* 1-7pm, Il Center. 507-272-3731.* up 507-886-5395.

Luigi Italian Restaurant event space, 104 10-11am, St. Olaf Catholic Church, 1-1:45pm, Coffee Street Fitness Center, E. Jessie St., Rushford.

1-7pm, Mabel.* Lanesboro. 507-272-3731.* , Our Savior’s Church, 805 S. Broadway, Spring Valley.

11:30-12:15, Christ Lutheran Church, 2-4pm, 102 E. Jefferson.* Preston. 507-272-3731.*

TUES., AUGUST 20

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week.

FRI., AUGUST 23

10am-4pm, F&M Community Bank, 100 St. Anthony St., Preston.

10-11am, Assumption Church hall, Canton. 507-251-0520 for information.* 11am, Senior dining and games, Harmony House.

7:30pm, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 206 Fillmore St.*

9-11am, 102 E. Jefferson.*

Shirley Iverson Shirley E. Iverson, 91, of Spring Valley, Minn., died Wed nesday, August 14, 2019, at Spring Valley Living.

Shirley Eleanor Freiheit was born Janu- Shirley Iverson ary 9, 1928, in Wykoff, Minn., to Arlow and Esther (Hazelbush) Freiheit. She was united in marriage to Kenneth Iverson Sr. at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Wykoff on June 25, 1944. Shirley candled eggs for Stier Produce in Grand Meadow, worked for Seneca Foods in Rochester, and worked as a housewife raising her children and helping on the farm. She enjoyed playing cards, bingo, music, dancing, and spending time with family and friends. Shirley especially enjoyed dancing with Kenneth to the song “Crystal Chandelier” by Charley Pride. She was a member of the Spring Valley American Legion Auxiliary and a member of the Immanuel See OBITUARIES Page 9 ➤

news@fillmorecountyjournal.com

5-7pm, First Lutheran Church, 2nd floor, 202 N. Oak, Mabel.* , 7:30pm, First Lutheran Church, 202 N. Oak, use side door on Newburg.*

SAT., AUGUST 24

pianist, and enjoyed playing the guitar and harmonica. She loved to sing, whether it was with a church choir or simply in her own living room while playing her piano.Pat enjoyed doing cryptograms, crossword puzzles, and reading. Family and friends brought Pat her greatest joy, and she loved nothing more than entertaining them in her home, or visiting for a family reunion. Pat will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Visitation was held 5-7 p.m.

Friday, August 16 at Hoff Funeral Home in Rushford, and one hour prior to the 12 p.m. funeral service on Saturday, August 17, 2019, at Rushford Lutheran Church, officiated by Rev. Steven Chellew. The family asks that memorials be directed to Gundersen Lutheran Hospice through the Gundersen Medical Foundation, or to Good Shepherd Lutheran Services in Rushford.

8pm, Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Call (507) 251-1771 or (507) 765-2518.*

SUN., AUGUST 25 7:30pm, Fountain Lutheran Church, S. Main St. & Hwy 52.*

MON., AUGUST 26 10-11am, Assumption Church hall, Canton. 507-251-0520 for information.* 1-1:45pm, Coffee Street Fitness Center, Lanesboro. 507-272-3731.* , 1-3pm, Fillmore County Public Health, 902 Houston St. NW, Preston.* , 7pm, Spring Valley Library.*

Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

OBITUARIES

Continued from Page 8

COMMISSIONER Continued from Page 1

Lutheran Church Circle. for the primary election.

Shirley is survived by her chilFor the general election, there dren: Ronda Fecht of Waterloo, were 282 voters, an increase of Iowa, Kenneth (Marie) Iverson 33% over the primary election Jr. of Waterloo, Iowa, Twila (Roger) Wiersma of Spring Valley, Minn., and Kevin (Donna) Iverson of Spring Valley, Minn.; brother Wendell (Maggie) Freiheit of Spring Valley, Minn.; sisters-in-law Audrey (Fritz) Olson of Kasson, Minn., and Marcella (Bob) Wiese of St. Cloud, Minn.; brother-in-law Ronnie (Karen) Iverson of Santa Maria, Calif., 12 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Kenneth, a brother, a sister, a great-grandson, and a great-great-grandson.

Funeral services for Shirley will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, August 19, 2019, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Wykoff, with Pastor Kay Wold officiating. Burial will be at the Midway-Martin Luther Cemetery in rural Spring Valley.

Visitation will be held Sunday, August 18 from 4-6 p.m. at Hindt Funeral Home in Spring Valley and will continue for one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday.

Condolences may be left at Hindtfuneralhomes.com.

Monday, August 19, 2019 voter turnout. There were a total of 2,290 registered voters in District 3, with only 12.3% of those voters casting votes in this election.

In the general election on August 13, Hindt ran away with

Taiko Japanese drumming for Onionfest at DreamAcres On Friday, August 23, the hills around DreamAcres Farm will echo with the music, dance, culture, and pure athleticism of the Twin Cities based Ensō Daiko Japanese drumming group. The 6 p.m. Dreamery Rural Arts Initiative* performance comes to Onionfest to “help celebrate a multi-layered society through a multi-layered vegetable,” according to Dreamery Artistic Director Eva Barr.

Ensō Daiko (www.taikoartsmidwest.org/ ensodaiko) is movement infused, heart-

Free ShelF and receive

110 W. Jessie St Rushford, MN

Gifts of Grace

Items include diapers, infant clothing, hygiene items, cleaning supplies, etc. Stop at the Grace Place thrift store on Jessie Street in Rushford and ask cashier for assistance.

Saturday 9am-1pm

pounding, dynamic group drumming. Think of it as a high energy performance art that combines music, dance, martial arts, athletics, and culture.

In addition to the drummers, there will be a 7:30 p.m. Driveway Tour puppetry performance

by Open Eye Figure Theatre; The Adventures of Juan Bobo, where the world is upside down and Juan Bobo is going to do something to turn it right side up!

Inspired by Puerto Rican folk stories, the show combines puppetry, music, Spanish and English in a delightful tale of riddles, silly devils, a missing pig and a village in need of a hero. Both performances will be ASL (American Sign Language) interpreted. Suggested admission is $5 - $10.

Wood-fired pizza (for Onionfest, onion-based with additional specialties to make your eyes water) is available Friday night 5-8 p.m. (or as far as the dough stretches). Go to www.dreameryruralartsinitiative.org for precise details and directions. *The Dreamery Rural Arts Initiative underscores the “culture” in agriculture with a mission to discover, harness, exercise, encourage and celebrate the creativity that abounds in rural life through the development and presentation of arts experiences in rural spaces in Fillmore County, Minnesota. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts & cultural heritage fund.

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

57% (161) of the votes, while Beck walked away with 121 votes.

Hindt prevailed in Beaver Township, Bloomfield Township, Forestville Township, and Spring Valley Township.

Meanwhile, Beck narrowly

Page 9

won the City of Ostrander and York Township.

Larry Hindt will be sworn in as the county commissioner for District 3 at a special meeting scheduled for 1 p.m. on Thursday, August 22, 2019.

Henrytown Lutheran Church Chicken & Biscuit Dinner

SUNDAY, AUGUST 25 • 11AM-2PM • 36190 COUNTY 18, CANTON, MN

Serving homemade biscuits with chicken gravy, glazed carrots, macaroni salad, fruit salad, homemade pie and beverage. $10 FOR ADULTS, $6 FOR CHILDREN (5 AND UNDER FREE) CARRYOUT CONTAINERS AVAILABLE Proceeds will benefit the Henrytown scholarship fund for students.

An Award-Winning Team...

25 AWARDS IN 2019!

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

Graphic Designer

TAYLOR CASE

MIRANDA COX

PAILEY GORDON Reporter

Advertising Sales Representative

Photo Journalist

JULIE LITTLE

MICHELLE QUANRUD

KAREN REISNER

AMANDA SETHRE

JASON SETHRE

OLIVIA SETHRE

PAUL TRENDE

Reporter

JANA BOYUM

Website Administrator

ELLEN WHALEN Assistant Editor

SEVENTEEN AWARDS

Reporter

MARY WHALEN Reporter

Reporter

Associate Publisher

RICH WICKS Reporter

FOUR AWARDS in

Publisher

HANNAH WINGERT Reporter

SHERRY HINES

BARB JEFFERS

Office Assistant

Sports Director

KIRSTEN ZOELLNER Reporter

FOUR AWARDS IN online, print,

in advertising, editorial, four key categories and glossy categories and digital categories 2nd Place - Single Ad, Grocery, Full Color 1st Place - Use of Color in Advertising

3rd Place - General Excellence, Weekly Newspaper 1st Place - Website 1st Place - Best Promotion Of Your Paper with minimum of 26% Editorial Through Publicity Other Than In Your Paper 2nd Place - Special Section 3rd Place - Classified Layout 3rd Place - Headline Writing Honorable Mention - Best Cover Design/Magazine Format 1st Place - Best Original Editorial 1st Place - Best Single Web Ad (website) 1st Place - Best Home Page or Landing Page (website) 1st Place - Best Overall Website 2nd Place - Best Grocery Separate Section 2nd Place - Best Agricultural Separate Section of the Fillmore County Journal team in the areas of editorial 2nd Place - Best Promotion Of Your Paper content, layout, advertising design, and digital presence.

Through Publicity Other Than In Your Paper 2nd Place - Best Original Feature Story 2nd Place - Best Original Sports Story 2nd Place - Best Single Web Ad (website) 2nd Place - General Excellence For Papers That Carry News 3rd Place - Best Single Black & White, Small Ads 3rd Place - Best Automotive Black & White, Any Size Ads 3rd Place - Best Self Promotion Advertisement In Your Paper That Promote The Use Of Your Paper By Advertisers/Readers 3rd Place - Best Original News Story 3rd Place - Best Original Sports Story

These awards reflect on the talent And, these awards would

not

be possible without the involvement of Journal readers and advertisers.

Thank you!

The Fillmore County Journal finished in First Place overall, bringing home the General Excellence Award for papers that carry news.

Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

Monday, August 19, 2019

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Rushford leads the pack with the state’s first parklet

Left to right, Rushford Police Chief Adam Eide, Mayor Chris Hallum, Officer Darin Daveau, along with wife Megan and son Declan, after being formally hired as a full-time officer by the city.

Photo by Kirsten Zoellner

By Kirsten Zoellner Rushford is in a unique position when it comes to downtown beautification and must abide by often binding restrictions on a tree-lined downtown, added plantscapes, and business signage.

“Rushford is different than other towns. Their main street isn’t a state highway and their second main street isn’t a state highway…” said Mayor Chris Hallum at the August 12 council meeting.

“And their third main street isn’t a highway,” added Councilor Sally Ryman. Rushford sits at a convenient intersection of Highways 43, 30, and 16. While great for centering the town amid travel through the area, it comes at the expense of Minnesota

Department of Transportation (MnDOT) limitations for what goes alongside the highways.

Working cooperatively, the state, city and local business owner Amy Feller, proprietor of Jessie Street Java have found a happy medium that will boost the ambiance and usability of the business’ outdoor space and that of the downtown as a whole.

The state is in the process of approving paperwork for Minnesota’s first parklet. By MnDOT definition, a parklet is a streetscape enhancement where people can gather, which can also provide additional outdoor seating by transforming one or two on-street parking stalls into public spaces.

An artist’s rendering for the Rushford parklet design.

Feller is working with two contractors for the project and has just kicked off a fundraising campaign. She’s secured a Limited Use Permit for installation, which was approved by the council at the meeting. The parklet is seasonal only and will require reapplication each year.

“We’re still in the early stages of it, but it’s pretty exciting,” said an enthusiastic Feller. Should the process go well, Feller is tentatively working with Connoughty Industries on a bike rack with the city’s tagline, “Take Root,” to potentially be placed in front of neighboring business Grace Place, who is on board with the project, according to Feller. “The state was excited about it, now we have to get the public excited about it,” she added.

“It’s an attraction for her business, but for the whole downtown,” noted Councilor Terri Benson.

“It might draw more people off the trail,” added Councilor Sally Ryman.

“It will be attractive and a delight to go have a cup of coffee and enjoy the space,” said City Administrator Tony Chladek.

“It’s one of those public/private projects; between us it’ll be a good project.”

In other news, the city has approved a recommendation from Police Chief Adam Eide for the hiring of Darin Deveau for the open full-time position.

Deveau, who hails from Duluth,

is currently a part-time officer for the city. Two part-time officers expressed interest for the position. Having met the required criteria, oral interviews were held with both candidates. Deveau’s role is effective August 26.

“I’m excited to be here and excited to join the team,” said Daveau, alongside his wife and young son.

“He’s got the right energy, he’s got the right experience, and he’s a good addition,” noted Benson, whose comments were echoed by Mayor Chris Hallum.

“We’re excited to have him be a part of our team,” added Eide.

A public hearing held during the meeting, for the purpose of adoption of an ordinance for granting of a franchise to AcenTek, received no public comment.

The issue has been discussed for some time. The first ordinance agreement had expired and needed to be renegotiated with new terms. A franchise fee of 2.5% of revenues, and an additional .75% Public, Education, and Governmental (PEG) fee, were recommended. The PEG fee will generate approximately $4,000 to help fund equipment maintenance and programming for the local community channel. The fees can be altered in the future, up to the 5% allowed by law, should the need arise. The ordinance and related fees were approved by the council unanimously. With this in place, the city will pursue updating other franchise agreements to

Page 11

a similar standard.

Several recently discussed Airport Commission items were also unanimously approved by the council. Among them, the council approved the relinquishing of the Fixed Base Operator (FBO) role by Mike Thern, who’s served the airport for 19 years.

Thern plans on continuing to be at the airport, a definite value to the city, but just not in a formal role. The FBO position was advertised, but no proposals were received. The city will operate the airport, including maintaining protocols and running the avgas portion, much of which can be done remotely.

“It’s probably better for the city to run it a while and figure out how to package it for seeking future proposals,” said Chladek.

“The biggest focus is making sure we have zero errors. There are some things we have to work on so we reliably won’t have to call someone to address issues.”

Also approved was lease abatement for two hangers used by Thern. The units, which are part of 12 units on-site, will be leased at the rate of one unit. Thern is seeking to have a two-year abatement on the hangars. There was concern that the city may need a unit for a future FBO, if it’s part of the proposal package, so the city is retaining the ability to renegotiate the two hangar units should it become an issue.

The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Monday, August 26, at 6:30 p.m., at city hall. The public is encouraged to attend.

Image submitted

Page 12

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, August 19, 2019

Call the FCJ at 507-765-2151 to advertise or offer news tips!

Chatfield sets hearing for bond Harmony’s historic grain issuance elevator project in early stages

By Karen Reisner At the August 12 meeting of the Chatfield City Council, a resolution was approved calling for a public hearing on September 9, concerning the proposal for the issuance of healthcare facility revenue bonds for the Chosen Valley Care Center project. Councilor Josh Broadwater was absent.

City Clerk Joel Young said the care center has been working with the city for a couple of months.

The city received a request from Chosen Valley Care Center to consider acting as the issuer of 501(c) (3) revenue bonds in the amount not to exceed $10,500,000. The loan to Chosen Valley Care Center, Inc. is to be used to help finance construction, expansion, renovation, and equipping of the existing skilled nursing facility.

The care center will agree as the borrower to pay all principal and interest on the bonds. The city is to act as a conduit; it will be borrowing the funds on behalf of the care center. The bonds will not affect the city’s credit rating. The city will receive an administration fee.

Other business in brief tee had discussed a request remove the 20 mph speed limit from James St., Margaret St., and reports that the 20 mph speed zone is not enforceable unless an engineering and traffic investigation by the state determines a 20 mph speed zone is appropriate.

A 30 mph speed zone would be consistent with the rest of the city and be enforceable. The committee favored a 25 mph speed limit a 25 mph speed limit on a residential roadway is enforceable if

adopted by the jurisdiction with authority over the roadway.

Councilor Mike Urban said he would like to see the limit stay advocated for the 20 mph limit due to safety concerns. Urban wanted clarification on what is enforceable. It was decided to have the issue looked into further before a vote is taken on a speed limit. committee meeting. The pumps at the waste water treatment plant are original since 2006. One pump was replaced with a loaner pump some months ago. It was recommended that both existing pumps should be replaced with new pumps at a cost of $6,100 for each pump. The purchase of two new pumps was approved.

The working pump will be kept for a spare and the loaner/rental will be returned.

Counties. Young suggested there is roughly $150,000 worth of work to be done. Quotes will be brought back to the council.

Storm damage repair costs (with disaster declaration) will be eligible for a reimbursement of 75% from the state. The city will stand 25% of the repair costs. report was submitted by Kay Cole.

Actual fund revenue and expenses are generally in line with budget predictions with a few overages.

congratulated the city crew; they were awesome. Other councilors agreed.

ATTENTION RESIDENTS OF HARMONY

Would you like to become active and serve on a new exciting committee to research and fundraise for a Splash Pad in one of Harmony's Parks?

If so, the first kick off meeting will be held on

Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at 6:30 pm at the Greenfield Lutheran Church.

Ralph Beastrom from the Harmony Area Historical Society updated the Harmony City Council on the historic grain elevator project at the August 13 council meeting. The project is still in the early stages, but moving along well. The Historical Society is currently looking into the possibility of adding the also begun with preservationists.

Owners of the property, Jeff and Barb Soma have offered to donate it to the city on the condition that if the city decides to sell it, they be given first chance at it. A resolution was passed accepting the donation with the condition as written. A development agreement between the Historical Society and the city was approved as well as a quit claim deed and declaration of driveway easement to allow work to progress. “I’d just like to thank the council for their support all this time,” Beastexpressed gratitude to the Somas for their generosity to the city.

Harmony United Methodist Church, addressed the council regarding concerns about the condition of the alley behind the church and parking lot, which are owned by the city. Both are in bad condition with uneven, deteriorating asphalt. The parking lot has been patched with gravel which runs onto the sideconcerned for the safety of our members and other people who use that parking lot and alley,” Seebach said. She noted that owners, employees, and patrons of nearby businesses also use the parking lot with some people leaving their vehicles, trailers, etc. there overnight or for extended time periods. Mayor the Utility Committee would look into the condition of the alley and parking lot to see if it could be added onto the road project in 2020. He also suggested the possibility of changing the parking ordinance so that only passenger vehicles could park in the lot. The council should have an update for the Methodist church within a couple of months.

The council reviewed an ordinance regarding winter parking.

Approving the ordinance would change from odd/even parking during the winter months to

Questions? Call Sandy @ 507-438-6110.

DUST CONTROL

CHUCK’S FEED & GRAIN

Let us help control your dust problem on roads, driveways & parking lots. Environmentally safe & noncorrosive.

Call Chuck’s Feed & Grain today and sign up for your dust control!

507-875-2247

Fillmore Soil and Water Conservation District

N AT I V E P R A I R I E WA L K AND SEED COLLECTION W E D N E S D AY , A U G U S T 2 8 T H Tim & Susan Gossman Farm

I

I

5:30 PM

31294 Ninebark Road, Chatfield

4 miles west of Chatfield on County Road 2, then 1 mile south on Ninebark Road (County Road 101)

This event is free and open to the public. No pre-registration required. Free light supper and informal discussion following. Learn about native seed collection, plant identification and programs for establishing native prairie.

For more information or weather-related announcements, call 507-765-3878, ext. 3 or go to www.fillmoreswcd.org

snow emergency parking, which means that if there is a snow emergency, vehicles would not be allowed to park on the street, impeding snow removal. The council approved the ordinance and began a discussion on notification options. City Administrator Jerome Illg suggested using GovOffice to send out text and voice messages to residents, but there is a cost for that service. The council decided to use free methods such as tv channels and phone notifications this be sent out with the utility bills informing Harmony residents of the changes. repair, it was discovered that approximately four properties on 4th Ave SE have water access from a shared 3/4” copper pipe.

The homes have either been empty or have only a couple of residents living in them which is why the small pipe hasn’t been noticed before. “I think we’re only one or two residents from having water issues,” Illg said.

As the street is in fairly decent condition, he’s hopeful that the problem can be fixed without tearing up the whole road. He will let the council know when he has more information.

An agreement with Minnesota Energy Resources allowing them to install an Itron Connected Grid Router to a power pole was approved. The city will receive $250 annually in return.

Harmony resident Sandy Strozyk presented the council with information on a proposed splash pad in Harmony. The splash pad would be installed in one of the city parks, but would not be funded by the city. It could either use city water or recycled water with a pump system and the cost would range from $30,000 to $60,000. A lot of community support has already been garnered, and Strozyk felt that it would be a good project for Give her permission to form a committee for the project who will work Strocyk also brought up some concerns she had about the speed limit on Highway 52 tion for flashing and electronic speed limit signs to the council.

She noted that the speed changes from 55 miles per hour to 30 just after the Harmony Kids Learning Center which means that people are often still driving over 30 miles per hour when they pass the daycare, Harmony Enterprises, and Harmony Garwith employees, parents, and customers coming and going.

She noted that there have been several accidents in that area, one of which occurred recently.

She asked the council to look into the possibility of a speed study to move the 30 mph speed limit sign further out from the town, or installing a flashing speed limit sign. Council mem-

that a speed study done by the state may not be the best option as it could actually backfire and they could end up with a higher speed limit all the way through town. Steve Cremer said that when the daycare was built, he did ask the state to lower the speed limit there for the safety of the students and parents, but was denied. The council reviewed the different options for flashing and electronic speed limit signs and selected Elan City as a vendor to submit to the state for approval. Two flashing signs from them would come to a total of $7,200. The speed study was tabled until the next council meeting.

A variance request from Andrew and Lisa Kingsley was reviewed by the council. The Kingsleys would like to build a new greenhouse at Harmony closer to the rear and side yard setback than is allowed on an industrial zoned lot. The variance was approved.

The visitor’s center is in dire need of tuck-pointing and will need a new roof in the next few years as well. It is estimated that the cost for the tuck-pointing will come to a total of around city is putting so much money into the visitor’s center when it already owns the community center which has rooms available to use. The visitor’s center costs approximately $26,000 a year to operate. “I’m just trying to save the taxpayers some if it would be an option to sell the Visitor’s Center building and move them to the Community Center instead. Mayor ber of Commerce and Historical Society use the Visitor’s Center as well and the location is optimal. “I’m not in favor of selling that building,” he said. “I think that it’s an essential part of Harmony,” Illg suggested starting a conversation with the Chamber to see if they would be willing to work with the city on the tuck-pointing project and then having discussions about longterm plans for the building. A motion was passed to do the tuck-pointing. mittee to plan Harmony’s 125th anniversary celebration. They asked the city to provide $3,000 for half the production cost of t-shirts to help raise funds for the celebration events and another $400 for a commercial. The council approved the request.

The Arts Board is looking into purchasing a sound system which could be used for plays and for council meetings. They will let the council know when they have more information.

A lawful gambling request was approved for the Harmony Golf Club.

A lease with Semcac Headstart for a room at the Community Center was approved and signed.

The next Harmony city council meeting will be held on September 10 at 7 p.m.

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week.

Monday, August 19, 2019

Whalan to have new roof on city hall

The Whalan City Council works through the August 2019 agenda.

Photo by Barb Jeffers

By Barb Jeffers Downtown Whalan, Minn., will have a fresh new look in the near future, as a new steel roof will be installed on the city hall building.

Present at the August 12 regularly scheduled meeting were Mayor Marlys Tuftin, City Clerk

Lolly Melander and council members Kim Berekvam, Everett Johnson, Owen Lewis and Tanya Cook.

Minutes from the July 8 council meeting were read aloud by Tuftin. One correction was made stating that council member Cook’s current term in office

will be for a period of 18 months instead of six months as previously stated.

There were no additions or corrections requested to the treasurer’s report and bill’s due.

Visitors comments Wes Harding with the Root River Trail Towns attended the council meeting to share information about the upcoming Taste of the Trail event on September 7, 2019, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Whalan, along with Lanesboro and Peterson will be hosting what will be the first weekend of the three weekend event. Harmony, Preston and Fountain will host Taste of the Trail on September 14 while the Rushford area and Houston will host on September 21. Whalan will be offering samples of lefse, rommegrot, pies from the Aroma Pie Shoppe and more. Harding encouraged everyone to attend.

{ We Live Where We Work } Taylor joined the Fillmore County Journal team in October of 2016. She does graphic design for the Fillmore County Journal, Perfect Glossy, and Visit Bluff Country.

Taylor grew up in small town Preston with her parents, Troy and Denise, and two older siblings, Ashley and Austen. Her dad works for Westmor Industries out of Columbus, MN and her mom works for Preston Floral & Gift. Her sister, Ashley, owns Preston Floral & Gift. Her brother, Austen, works for Minnowa Construction out of Harmony, MN.

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Old Business Tuftin stated that a meter and a roll of wire need to be removed from the area around a telephone pole that has been retired by AcenTek. City maintenance employee Randy Berekvam will remove the items.

A residential meter that was not working correctly has been replaced.

An electric pole was replaced in town as it was deemed necessary.

Cook gave an update on the town hall roof replacement. Four contractors were contacted for bids. Of the four, two were not interested in the job and one did not turn in a bid. Byler Construction of Lanesboro turned in a bid of $8,077, which includes pulling the old steel off, putting 1x4s on, and installing new steel and trim.

However, as the old steel is removed there may be damage from the previous water leak, which could increase the cost. It was stated that the work could begin in October 2019.

Berekvam commented that as the town has invested in remodeling the building it would be best to have the roof replaced as soon as possible before any further damage occurs from water leaking in.

The bid presented by Byler Construction for the Town Hall roof replacementwas approved.

A color for the new roof will be decided next month when the council has sample colors to view.

Tuftin gave an update on tree trimming and removal. Norby Tree Service and Berekvam inspected trees in Whalan and there are several trees that need to be trimmed. It was decided there are four trees that need to be taken down, including three elm trees and one maple tree. Norby Tree Service presented a bid of $750 for the necessary tree work.

Tuftin reported that the coun-

Taylor Case 507-765-2151 ads@fillmorecountyjournal.com

“Helping businesses succeed through our design work is a rewarding feeling and we get to do it every week!

Page 13

cil received verification from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources that Whalan’s new Floodplain Ordinance has been approved.

New Business Whalan residents have been sent a letter with notification that the 2020 Census Bureau will be in the area canvassing to make sure they have correct addresses.

The census representatives will be in uniform, possess identification and will be carrying a bag.

A proposed budget for January through August 2020 was given to council members to review until the next council meeting. Melander asked the council members to return to the September meeting with any questions they may have about the proposed budget.

Berekvam reported that the Whalan Good Old Days was held on Saturday, August 3.

Good Old Days is held for those who grew up in Whalan and those who attend enjoy a potluck and also sharing memories. The committee donated $750 which was earmarked for the new town hall roof. The council thanked Berekvam and the rest of the Good Old Days committee for their thoughtful donation.

Larry Johnson has some extra mulch he will donate to place on the playground. The council thanked Johnson for his donation to the city.

Lewis announced that he is trying to put together a pancake breakfast to be held in November.

The proceeds would go towards ball park upgrades. Volunteers are needed in order to hold the event. If you are able to volunteer for the pancake breakfast, contact Lewis.

The next regularly scheduled Whalan City Council meeting will be held on September 9 at 7 p.m. The public is encouraged to attend.

NO MORE GUTTER CLEANING, OR YOUR MONEY BACK – GUARANTEED! Taylor pursued a degree in Liberal Arts and graduated from Des Moines Area Community College in May 2015. While in college she enjoyed competing on the volleyball team.

When she isn’t working at the Fillmore County Journal she enjoys the great outdoors, kayaking, golfing, playing volleyball, coaching volleyball for Fillmore Central, cuddling her sweet nephews, Graham and Otto, and enjoying time with her family and friends!

0

%

AND!

FINANCING*

15

% OFF

SENIOR & MILITARY DISCOUNTS

*Contact us for additional details

FREE ESTIMATES! 1-855-577-1268 Promo Number: 285

Mon-Thurs: 8am-11pm, Fri-Sat: 8am-5pm, Sun: 2pm-8pm EST

CSLB# 1035795 DOPL #10783658-5501 License# 7656 License# 50145 License# 41354 License# 99338 License# 128344 License# 218294 License# 603 233 977 License# 2102212986 License# 2106212946 License# 2705132153A License# LEAFFNW822JZ License# WV056912 License# WC-29998-H17 Nassau HIC License# H01067000 Registration# 176447 Registration# HIC.0649905 Registration# C127229 Registration# C127230 Registration# 366920918 Registration# PC6475 Registration# IR731804 Registration# 13VH09953900 Registration# PA069383 Suffolk HIC License# 52229-H

Spring Valley Living

- Taylor

For the Seasons of Your Life 507-346-7381 www.springvalleyliving.org

Independent & Assisted Living Apartments Available

Delivering the news every week!

Care Center Home Health Skilled Nursing Post Acute Care Wing Therapy: Physical Speech & Occupational

We Are Here To Help! Give us a Call Today!!

Page 14

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Social

Monday, August 19, 2019

Scenes

A GOODLY HERITAGE

By Wenda Grabau In horse and buggy days, country roads did not need long sweeping corners to get folks to town. Roads followed an acreage and made short, tight corners.

One such road passed by our farm in days gone by. During that time, our ancestors planted a windbreak alongside the road. To

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week.

get tall trees for the windbreak, young small trees were planted and needed time to mature.

Hence, faster-growing shrubs were also planted along the roadway while the trees grew. Shrubs

Currant Buns

Prepare any Kuchen Dough, adding currants when kneading first time. After first rising shape into smooth balls. Place close together in lightly greased tin. Brush tops with butter. Cover.

Let rise again until fully 2 ½ times original size. Bake about 20 minutes in moderately hot oven 375° F. to 400° F. Brush tops with ½ cup milk sweetened with 1 T. of sugar and bake for 2 minutes longer.

I use this Kuchen Dough recipe: Plain Kuchen Dough 1 cake compressed yeast or 1 package dry granular yeast ¼ cup warm water 1 ¾ cup scalded milk ½ cup butter ¾ cup sugar 1 teaspoon salt Dash of nutmeg Grated rind of ½ lemon 6 cups flour 1 egg or yolks of 2 Dissolve the yeast in warm water. To the scalded milk add the butter, sugar, salt, a little nutmeg and lemon. When lukewarm, add 1 beaten egg or the beaten yolks of 2 eggs; stir in the yeast and only enough flour to knead. Knead dough until smooth and elastic. Cover tightly and let rise until doubled in bulk. Cut dough down, form into desired shape and bake in a moderately hot oven (375° F.) until browned.

PARK LANE ESTATES AUGUST 24 • 11AM-1:30PM

Free Lunch • Door Prizes Live music at 1:30pm

Weddings | Engagements | Birthday | Anniversaries Special Occasions | Thank You | Memorials | Showers

helped stop the wind and also added privacy to the farmer’s homestead as well as pleasant scenery for the traveler. Some plants even provided food for the farmer’s table.

How do I know this? A few of our mature, tall trees have come down in various wind storms.

In the wake of their absence, we have discovered lilacs and currant bushes patiently awaiting the time to once again display their glory.

We transplanted some offspring plants to enhance the colors and fragrances in springtime on our farm. The currants, however, remain alongside the old country road that no longer exists. With automobiles in abundance, the road has been moved to accommodate the speed of cars as they pass.

Shade from the trees stifled berry production. Now, however, the sunshine falls warmly on the currant bushes. I have gotten three pickings of currants this season. The first and third harvests I put into making currant buns.

With the second one I made currant syrup.

I found white currants and red currants both, decorating the tree line. Finding this larger harvest has been like a delightful treasure hunt. Illumined by the sunlight, these colorful berries resemble white and red strings of beads bedecking the parent plants.

I have not seen such abundance before. But even when I only had a handful of berries to enjoy, I made currant buns. It has become an annual treat for my family.

I hope you get a chance to try it. The following recipes came from the Settlement Cookbook, The Settlement Cookbook Company, Milwaukee, Wis., April, 1965.

A huge thank you goes out to our family and friends for the phone calls, visits, food, cards, memorials, and gifts over the last couple of months. We are so grateful for the support we have been shown during this difficult time, and we can't thank everyone enough!

-Family of Renee "Stella" Larson H a p p y G o l d e n B i r t h d ay , Tay l o r !

We are your #1 source for legal notices.

ary

th Annivers 0 4 y p Hap

If you ever have any questions about legal notices, we are here to assist.

m Scho8tt i J & b e D t1 Augus On

Love, your family!

Call us at 507-765-2151, or e-mail us at news@fillmorecountyjournal.com

th

Happy 13

Birthday

r e t Pe ON AUGUST

19

RIDERS AREN’T ALWAYS IN THE RIGHT. BUT THEY ARE ALWAYS FRAGILE.

Check our website for road sharing tips.

ORTHOINFO.ORG/BIKESAFETY

ota.org

M ay t h i s y e a r b e t h e b e s t o n e y e t ! !

orthoinfo.org

www.rushfordfoods.com

Prices Effective August 19

th

- 25 th, 2019

One Day Digital Deal!

SaturDay Only!! 8/24/19

Best Choice Hamburger Buns 8 Ct. • Selected

Free!

Limit 1 Must use app with $10 purchase

SIGN UP FOR OUR

Limit 1 Must use app with $10 purchase

2 OFF ONE PACKAGE

$

MOBILE APP! SIGN UP TODAY finding it in the app/play store

www.rushfordfoods.com

Family Pack Ground Beef

99

$

¢

1

89

Lb.

Ball Park Meat Franks Red or Green Grapes GREAT SELECTION

1

$ 99

2

Your Hometown Market!

$ 99

2

$ 99

LOW PRICES

99

¢

Buy One, Get One FREE!

MEAT

Hillshire Farms Smoked or Kielbasa Sausage........

14-16 Oz • Selected

Boneless

Boneless

PREMIUM BLACK ANGUS

5 2/$ Oscar Mayer Chopped Lunchmeats................... 4 $ 99 Ball Park Beef Franks........................................... 2 $ 79 Sheboygan Brats or Italian Sausage................... 2 ¢ Oscar Mayer Basic Lunchables....................... 99 $ 99 Best Choice Chicken Tenderloins...................... 6 2/$ Best Choice Corn Dogs........................................ 5 $ 99 Oscar Mayer Wieners..........................................4 $ 79 Hillshire Farms Thin Sandwich Meats............... 3 $ 79 Schweigert Summer Sausage........................... 4 $ 69 Schweigert Ring Bologna.................................. 2 $ 29 Schweigert Natural Casing Wieners.................. 3 Old Wisconsin Brats, Wieners, or $ 99 Cheddar Smoked Sausage............................... 2 $ 99 Store Brand Snack Sticks................................... 4 $ 29 Bar S Franks.......................................................... 1 $ 49 Best Choice Cooked Shrimp............................. 5 2/$

13-14 Oz. • Selected

Chairman’s Reserve New York Strip Steak $ 99

PREMIUM BLACK ANGUS

Chairman’s Reserve Beef Top Sirloin Steak $ 99

4

8 Lb.

Lb.

14-15 Oz. • Selected 16 Oz. • Selected

2.25-4.3 Oz. • Selected 2.5 Lb. • Selected

PREMIUM BLACK ANGUS

Chairman’s Reserve Beef Bottom Round Roast $ 99

2

PREMIUM BLACK ANGUS

Lb.

Chairman’s Reserve Beef Bottom Round Steak $ 49

3

48 Oz. • Selected

7-9 Oz. • Selected 1 Lb. • Selected

Boneless

Pork Loin Chops $ 29

Boneless

Pork Loin Roast $ 09

2 Lb.

12 Oz. • Selected

12-14 Oz. • Selected

7 Oz. • Selected

Boneless

Pork Sirloin Roast $ 69

Pork Sirloin Chops $ 79

1

Lb.

DELI

16 Oz. • Selected

12 Oz. • Selected • 31-40 Ct.

Lb.

2 Ct.

Whole in the Bag

5 Lb. $ 49 Kretschmar Oven Roast Turkey...................... 7 Lb. $ 49 Kretschmar Hickory Smoked Turkey..............7 Lb.

1

1

Lb.

Chicken Drumsticks or Thighs ¢

PRODUCE

Boneless/Skinless

Whole-in-the-Bag Pork Butts $ 29

Pork Loins $ 89

$ 99 Kretschmar Off-the-Bone Ham.......................

99 Lb.

Chicken Breast $ 69

1

Lb.

1

Head Lettuce

2

$

3 Lb.

Each

Cantaloupe $ 99

1

Braeburn Apples $ 69

1

Lb.

Navel Oranges $ 99

4

5 Lb.

Russet Potatoes $ 99

1

Lb.

Each

Broccoli $ 49

Lb.

Lb.

Our Own Store Made Ground Pork and Pork Sausages $ 99

Each

Nectarines or Peaches $ 69

1

14 Oz. • Selected

2 Lb.

Boneless

1

Lb.

16 Oz. • Selected

Each

Mango ¢

99

Each

Avocado 2/$

3

1 29

GROCERY 8 Ct. • Selected

10 Ct. • Selected

Kellogg’s Fruit Snacks

8 Ct. • Selected

Rice Krispies Treats

Kellogg’s Pop Tarts

2

2

$ 79

$ 79

24 Oz. • Selected

28-32 Oz. • Selected

Best Choice Syrup

2

$ 79

11-20 Oz. • Selected

1

1

22 Oz. • Selected

$ 99

9.5-11.25 Oz. • Selected

Campbell’s Family Size Condensed Soup $ 99

Keebler Club Crackers $ 99

1

$ 99

$ 69

8.8-13.7 Oz. • Selected

Best Choice Selected Cereal

Best Choice Pancake Mix

Hostess Donuts 2/$

1

2

4

1.9-2.39 Oz. • Selected

12.2-14.4 Oz. • Selected

Kraft Easy Mac or Velveeta Shells & Cheese Cups ¢

16 Oz. • Selected

Best Choice Peanut Butter $ 49

Nabisco Honey Maid Grahams $ 99

2

99

1

10 Oz. • Selected

15.8 Oz. • Selected

6.5-24 Oz. • Selected

Best Choice Marshmallows ¢

Campbell’s Spaghetti-O’s ¢

Nabisco Family Size Cookies or Crackers $ 49

99

89

12-14 Oz. • Selected

3

12 Ct. • Selected

Best Choice Deluxe Macaroni or Shells & Cheese $ 49

Best Choice Cake Cones $ 19

5-8 Ct. • Selected

64 Oz. • Selected

16 Oz. • Selected

46-64 Oz. • Selected

Quaker Chewy Bars 2/$

1

1

Ocean Spray Juice $ 99

5

V8 Splash $ 99

Pace Salsa or Picante Sauce $ 99

2

1

1

GENERAL MERCHANDISE 90 Ct. • Selected

16.2-19.4 Oz.• Selected

Ziploc Sandwich Bags $ 79

Dawn Dish Liquid $ 99

3

6 Oz. • Selected

2

2

$ 99

Purina Beggin Strips...........................................

48-64 Ct. • Selected

Puff’s Facial Tissue $ 19

1

6-9 Roll • Selected

Charmin Bath Tissue or Bounty Paper Towels $ 99

10

99¢ Kingsford Lighter Stick......................................$.. 299 $ 99 Cascade Action Pacs...................................10

1 Oz. • Selected

Suave Deodorant.............................................

36-60 Ct. • Selected

Each • Selected

FROZEN

DAIRY Pillsbury Grands! $ 49

1

Kraft Grated Parmesan $ 79

Totino’s Party Pizza or Pizza Rolls $ 29

Digiorno Pizza 2/$

Coffeemate Natural Bliss Creamer $ 49

Yoplait Oui Yogurt 4/$

Farm Rich Appetizers $ 99

Banquet Fruit or Pot Pies ¢

2

10

1

3

89

4

5

Imperial Margarine Sticks ¢

Bellatoria Thin Crust Pizzas $ 88

99

4

BEVERAGES & SNACKS

Coca Cola Products 4/$

12

Pepsi & Mountain Dew Products $ 99

6

7-Up Bottling Company 4/$

Coca Cola Products 4/$

9

12

Pepsi & Mountain Dew Products 2/$

GREAT SELECTION

5

Gatorade Sports Drinks $ 99

4

5

Frito Lay Family Sized Lays 2/$

Your Hometown Market! www.rushfordfoods.com

www.rushfordfoods.com

Best Choice Drinks 2/$

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR GRAPHIC OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS

4

Old Dutch Party Pack Potato Chips 2/$

7

Frito Lay Doritos 2/$

5

LOW PRICES

The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County

Monday, August 19, 2019

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Spring Valley sets public hearings for September 9

Chris Hahn (CEDA) addresses Spring Valley Council.

Photo by Rich Wicks

Educational ! Wholesome!

Enriching & Quality

Sh

ows

about p eo p

l e,

places, t

h i n gs

you kn

. ow

PROGRAMS with a family fit Tune to the source

By Rich Wicks During the Spring Valley City Council meeting on August 12, the council set three public hearings for September 9, beginning at 6 p.m. (immediately prior to the regular council meeting).

All members were in attendance (Mayor Tony Archer, Luan Ruesink, Chris Danielson, John Dols, Mike Hadland and City Administrator Deb Zimmer).

Included in the public hearings on September 9 will be a hearing regarding financing for a project described as “constructing and equipping two additions to Spring Valley Living… consisting of a 24-bed memory care unit with adult day care and 1845 square foot garage, and 12 skilled nursing beds.”

A public hearing will also be held regarding the city’s proposed “Dangerous Dog Ordinance.”

Zimmer explained that currently, Spring Valley follows the state’s statute on this issue, but that the city now has a proposed ordinance, and therefore, a public hearing is required. She suggested it should also be reviewed by law enforcement personnel.

The council voted to set a public hearing, contingent upon review by coordinators for the sheriff’s department.

The third public hearing will be on an issue that Zimmer spoke about. She said the city has been petitioned about vacating Griswald, which she described as, “That little portion down at the bottom of the drive at BP.” The council agreed to set a public hearing on September 9, which will give Zimmer enough time to do the required public notices.

The council heard a presentation from Chris Hahn, Community & Business Development Specialist for Community and Economic Development Associates (CEDA).

He spoke on the topic of “Vision, Mission, and Strategic Planning” and he explained how these lay

Stop in and Shop Scenic

Houston

the foundation for everything that an organization does. He gave examples of mission statements of well-known corporations.

The council discussed the makeup of the local EDA board.

Because of the expectation that two city council members be on the EDA board, the council discussed whether to expand the EDA board from five to seven members. There was discussion that filling a seven member board longterm could be a challenge.

John Dols stated, “I just look at problems we have, even on Planning & Zoning, trying to keep a full commission there.” He advocated for leaving the EDA at five members total. Chris Danielson voiced agreement, and Zimmer said most cities have five EDA members, and she could not think of any city with seven. The council voted to keep the EDA board at five members overall.

The council considered plans for purchasing an electronic sign to be displayed at the site of the former tourism center in Spring Valley. Zimmer said the cost is

$33,560, but that the city has $26,250 already allocated for the purchase. She said if the council wishes, the remainder could come from “cable access funds.”

The council voted to make the purchase as suggested. The city will also look into landscaping or other work to help that area look its best.

Chris Danielson updated the council that there’s been interest in repairing the EFIS on the exterior of the public library. One idea was to remove the EFIS and replace with a steel covering, but Danielson said that the cost was prohibitive, so the plans are “on hold” until further notice. Mayor Archer said the fire department is looking into possibly purchasing a drone to help view fires remotely.

A request from St. Ignatius Catholic Church, for a temporary liquor license for September 21, was approved. Luan Ruesink reminded all that South Park prohibits pets. She said she continues to see dogs in the park frequently, despite posted signs about this rule. The next regular meeting of the council will be Monday, August 26 at 6 p.m. As always, the public is welcome.

Driving to Rochester every day? Enjoy a...

Ask how you can get

10 rides FREE!

Better RIDE Better LIFE with Rochester City Lines!

S&A Petroleum Houston Food Mart bp Hwy. 16 East • Houston, MN • 507-896-3000

M ound P rairie M utual INSURANCE COMPANY Since 1884

Page 19

Stop in today! www.moundprairiemutual.com (800) 846-6914

To be a part of the Houston pages, contact Jason Sethre at 507-251-5297

Page 20

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, August 19, 2019

Mabel to buy new loader

By Rich Wicks On August 14, the Mabel City Council held a regular city council meeting. Members in attendance included Adam Wilder, Mayor Jim Westby, City Clerk Karen Larson, Gary Morken and Terry Torkelson. Kirsten Wyffels was absent. No visitors were on hand to address the council.

There was discussion about replacing the city’s 2013 Case loader. According to Jeff Rein, it is in need of several new parts or repairs, and the city had received a price quote on getting a new Case 570N EP tractor loader from Titan. Larson stated, “We would trade in our 2013 Case loader…so then what we’d owe is $50,967.” She said with fouryear financing, at a 4.3% interest rate through Merchants Bank, the budget will see no increase from current spending, and possibly a small decrease.

Morken asked about the number of hours of use that the 2013 loader has, and if the trade-in value is enough. Rein said the city doesn’t have a record of the number of hours the loader has been running, but he added that Titan agreed to hold the quoted price until this council meeting, but that if the city doesn’t accept this offer, the price will go up roughly $5,000 to $6,000 due to new steel tariffs that went into effect August 1. Rein said that would affect prices with any dealership, not just Titan.

Morken voiced his feeling that the city should have gotten a price

from another dealer, for comparison purposes, and he asked whether the city would benefit more from a backhoe or a backblade accessory. Rein said the city rarely needs a backhoe, whereas the backblade is used frequently, on alleys and for snow removal.

The council voted to approve the trade-in and purchase as proposed, with Morken voting against the motion.

Mayor Westby informed the council that there will be a retirement party in honor of Donna Johnson, who will be retiring after a lengthy career as library director. The party will be 4-6 p.m on September 14 at the Community Center. The city will be publicizing the event, so that all interested persons can attend.

Jeff Rein gave a report on the public works department. He stated that he continues to see violations of the city’s ordinance against grass clippings being deposited onto city streets. He said he has witnessed citizens who are purposely mowing and blowing grass into the street. He said this practice causes two problems: grass clippings can cause a hazard to bicycles and motorcycles, and the grass can clog up the city’s storm sewer.

Rein also spoke about the ongoing problem of excess water coming into the city’s water treatment plant. He said one of the causes of this is citizens who have a sump pump that drains into the sanitary sewer system.

The council discussed both of

Antenna • Satellite • Cable

Antenna • Satellite • your Cable Monthly “IN FOCUS” Program Guide with $35 Annual Membership at KSMQ.Org Monthly “IN FOCUS” Program Guide with or your507-481-2098 $35 Annual Membership at KSMQ.Org or 507-481-2098

WWW.ROCHESTERTITLE.COM | WWW.MNSECUREDTITLE.COM

We are pleased to announce the expansion of Rochester Title & MN Secured Title to Spring Grove and Preston.

Houston County: Spring Grove Office 172 W Main Street, Spring Grove Phone 507-498-3641 Fillmore County: Preston Office 137 W Fillmore Street, PO Box 113, Preston Phone 507-765-5270

Jana Elton Researcher Main Office: 507.498.3641 Fax: 507.282.9618 Cell: 563.419.8237

172 West Main Street, Suite 103 Spring Grove, MN 55974 jelton@mnsecuredtitle.com www.mnsecuredtitle.com

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week.

these concerns, and how to get citizens to take the issues seriously.

Larson suggested a letter from the city attorney could be sent to violators, and fines could be imposed thereafter. She will consult with the city attorney on both issues.

Rein brought up the proposed agreement with MERC (Minnesota Energy Resources Corporation). He explained, “What the MERC agreement is, is they’re going to come in and essentially do to their gas meters what we did to our water meters. They’re going to put in all new remote systems.” He went on to explain that MERC plans to install a sensor/meter reader on a pole behind the fire hall. Rein’s only concern is to make sure there will be no interference between the MERC equipment and the fire department’s equipment. The council approved the MERC agreement, contingent on assuring no electronic communication interference between MERC and the fire department.

Mayor Westby informed the council that Bryce Lange resigned as EDA Director, with is final day being August 12. Larson said the EDA will make a recommendation about hiring a replacement, and that will be brought to the city council for consideration.

Larson shared a congratulatory letter and certificate Mabel received from the Minnesota Department of Health. The city received a “50 year award” for consistent water fluoridation (1968 through 2018). The letter stated in part, “The prevention of tooth decay through community water fluoridation is recognized by the CDC as one of the 10 great achievements in public health of the 20th century.”

The council approved, as requested, zoning permits for Brandon and Ashley Wangen (putting up a privacy fence), Brian Street (carport), and Mabel-Canton School (secured entryway).

The council also voted to grant a temporary liquor license to the Mabel Lions Club for September 26 and November 21. The council also accepted the resignation of Penniann Ramirez from the library. The council’s next regular meeting will be September 11, at 7 p.m at the community center.

The public is welcome.

Peterson puts hold on street considerations

By Kirsten Zoellner The Peterson City Council met Wednesday, August 14 and the biggest topic of discussion continues to be what to do with city streets. Several areas are badly in need of repair and the city is still getting a handle on what condition underground utilities are in.

In trying to make a determination of the financial impact a street project would have on the city, proposals were sought on River and Park Streets. Four bids were received and the bids varied greatly, from type of work done to the actual street areas themselves.

One of the bids, from Aarow Asphalt, called for machine cleaning and prep of surfaces and a 3/8-inch chipped asphalt covering. The estimate of $80,400 included the north end of Church Street, an area the council is not considering for repair.

The second bid, from Asphalt Armor, detailed five block areas including River Street to Park Street, River Street to Victory Street, Victory Street to Centennial Street, Centennial Street to Fillmore, and then Fillmore Street to Church Street. Depending on options, the bid ranged from $109,328 to $138,305.

The next bid, from Dunn Blacktop called for full-depth reclamation and overlay of the bituminous surface, to a 2.5-inch depth, as well as adding rock base where needed. The estimated amount was $89,502.

The final bid, coming in from Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, detailed a similar process by sealcoating and adding fractured chips. Their estimate was $69,888.

“It’s all big money and we don’t have a price on utility work. We got a lot of numbers thrown at us quickly,” cautioned Mayor Tim Hallum. “It’s a lot of money all of a sudden and we haven’t really budgeted or tried to see what ways we can pay for it. We’re just not financially set at this time to turn around and do it, but at least we’ll know what we can budget out of funds or what we’re gonna have to do.”

Councilor Gail Boym suggest-

ed the city look at using $100,000 in the electric fund for the work, or at least revisit the idea.

Rue echoed the mayor’s comments, suggesting the city wait on doing any work in 2019, regardless of pricing. “Before we do anything, we need to get the engineers in here and study water flow to see what is going to be the impact on Park and River. The ditches on the streets are not deep enough and have to be redone,” noted Rue. “It’s additional expense and additional time delay, but at least we’d have an idea of where we’d be sending the water and what kinds of problems we’d be causing.” The council unanimously approved seeking engineering input on the roads and water analysis.

Several items of continued discussion were touched on, but will be on the council agenda next month. Included is a discussion over Minnesota Basic Code. The code, a complete ordinance document compiled by the League of Minnesota Cities and specifically designed for cities with a low population, was previously adopted by the council. The previous edition, circa 2004, has become obsolete and an amended version is under consideration.

If adopted, it would replace the existing ordinances, with the exception of specific ordinances that the city has put in place.

Councilor Loren Rue and Planning and Zoning Board member Karlin Symons have been pouring over the documents.

Once the document and zoning notes have been approved by City Attorney Greg Schieber, of Nethercut Schieber Law Office, a formal recommendation will be made for council approval.

With this, the city is looking at its own Vehicle Ordinance and what is written in the code to determine whether or not they mesh. The council approved the Vehicle Ordinance in November of 2018, after months of discussion and problems with inoperable vehicles within the city.

The ordinance went into effect See CONSIDERATIONS Page 23 ➤

MEET LEANDRA DUNEMAN Operations / Credit Administration Assistant

She was born and raised in Rushford, graduating from Rushford-Peterson Schools. Leandra started her position with Rushford State Bank in March 2019, and she's happy to be back in town. In her current role, she serves as a customer service representative, along with administering loan documentation and file mana ement for t e bank. Leandra and her husband Andrew have two kids with another one on the way.

Ask us about our new online and mobile banking features.

219 S Mill St. Rushford, MN 55971 507-864-7755

The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County

Monday, August 19, 2019

Canton Fire Department seeks changes

By Miranda Cox Several matters involving the fire department served as primary topics of discussion during the regularly scheduled Canton City Council meeting held on August 14. These included ways to go about updating equipment, approval for a new member, and enacting some more modern policies.

Fireman Jason Magnuson made an appearance to provide additional information on the department’s request for $1,000 to purchase a new laptop. Magnuson stated that the replacement is being pursued due to the current system malfunctioning, with hopes to acquire a faster processor and increased storage. Primary use of the laptop would revolve around fire reports, with the sole software utilized being Microsoft Office. Speaking from experience, Mayor Donivee Johnson suggested Best Buy as a supplier, noting of the benefits of the Geek Squad services. After much discussion, a motion was approved to allow such a proceeding to take place but within reason, as many voiced that a suitable device could likely be purchased in the $500-$600 range.

Additionally, Matt Snyder was approved for fire department membership.

Fire department policies

relating to the capturing of digital images during scenes, specifically over ownership of the pictures, were also presented and agreed upon. In summarizing these, city clerk and treasurer Brock Bergey made sure to note that such have not been an issue in the past, but that their outlining is mainly a formality.

Old Business Council member Cindy Shanks updated those present that the electronic sign would unfortunately not make an appearance in time for the Canton Day Off celebration.

Instead, the sign is expected by the end of the month, with a financial discount being pursued due to the miscommunication on its arrival.

A response was finally received by an area manager in relation to the MERC tax settlement. Ultimately, though finding out more specifics on the valuing of their own pipeline, information was not provided on comparisons to other cities. However, the explanation given was that the amount of pipeline was not so much considered as was the quality, lending a possible clarification as to why Canton was hit so hard. With the issue being a court order and information being limited, council members noted of there being no

other actions to pursue.

Revisiting the heated topic of nuisance properties, Bergey informed all that 25 letters have since been sent out to properties needing improvement based on the city’s current ordinances. Overall, a good response was received, with nearly all opting to comply voluntarily. Those failing to do so received a second letter informing of legal consequences should such inaction continue.

As of the meeting, no contact information had yet been received for the Scrabecks. As far as the Holzwarth property, those involved informed of the potential buyer having fallen through, thereby promising to have the property cleaned by either the end of the month or the beginning of September.

Another letter has been sent to Poppelwell regarding the old school, outlining the city’s expectations for him to follow the ordinances set in place.

Lastly, the Whalen property was discussed especially thoroughly due to court appearances having been completed and still planned for prior nuisance charges relating to the property. After being asked by the attorney if it would be willing to drop charges following obvious progress, the city decided to wait and see if the

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

property is in compliance by the deadline before deciding on a course of action.

Council member Carl Ernst mentioned that positive feedback has been received following talks of implementing crosswalks throughout Main Street, with concerns voiced about abiding by the speed limit and providing pedestrians the right-of-way. With this, it was decided to discuss the issue again in the winter to allow such a suggestion to be sent in to the county board and pursued in the spring.

New Business Public Works Director Jon Nordsving articulated that Norby’s Tree Service will be contacted for city tree trimming. Nordsving also suggested factoring in additional funds for performing a traffic lift next year considering this has not been done in around 10 years.

Furthermore, with the new city Facebook page now underway, Bergey outline some social media policies, of which detail the purposes of such communications and appropriate utilization of them. In essence, the basic best practices for social media are detailed, with such being applicable for every social media platform.

Noting the deadline to be October 5, Bergey questioned whether the city would again choose to pursue the Arlin Falck Grant and, if so, if anyone had

Page 21

any ideas on what to put the money towards. Immediately, talk steered toward replacing the gazebo with a more permanent and hardy metal structure to be incorporated into the Canton Veterans Memorial.

While considering additional funds needed should the city decide to establish a website, as well as the fact that the fire department will also be applying for the Arlin Falck Grant for the purpose of new equipment and uniforms, the city decided to go ahead with the gazebo suggestion.

Lastly, having received an invoice from the Southeastern Minnesota League of Municipalities and upon checking further into it, Bergey brought up the possibility of becoming a member of such. Currently, eight area counties also maintain membership. However, upon being asked of any possible benefits, all that could be articulated would be recognition, particularly on behalf of the organization’s lobbying efforts. With limited information of the specifics of this league’s goals, all agreed it to be best to look into the abundance of other organizations in existence to determine which on would be the best fit if such a membership were to be desired.

The next Canton City Council meeting will be held at Canton City Hall on September 11, at 7 p.m. As always, all are welcome to attend.

Crock - Griswold - Antique - Collectible - Tool - Household Lunch by Gleasons

l Run

9:00 A.M.

Saturday, August 24, 2019

R E M M SU IFT SH Do

AUCTION

Jerry and Deenie Seabright Estate, Spring Valley, MN • Craig Seabright and Lynee Martin P.R.

The

Sale to be conducted at Spring Valley Sales Auction Building, 412 East Park Street, Spring Valley, MN Auctioneer Note- To settle the Seabright Estate the family will be selling their very clean, well cared for high quality Antiques, Collectibles, Tools, and household items at public auction after 50+ years collecting. This will be the auction of the year!

SELLING 2 RINGS ALL DAY • 16-18 HAYRACKS OF SMALLS

SELLING ORDER - GRISWOLD AT 9:30 A.M. - GUNS AT 11:00 A.M. - STONEWARE AT 11:30 A.M.

the dishwasher before 11 a.m. or after 7 p.m.

FURNITURE

l Open

your dishwasher after the rinse cycle is complete to let dishes air dry.

Gator

TM

Minnesota. Iowa.

My electricity. My cooperative.

Cresco, IA | Rushford, MN 800-432-2285 | www.MiEnergy.coop

J.D. 4x4 4PX Gator 129 hrs

For more information contact auction company or go to www.springvalleysales.com or auctionsgo.com

SALE ARRANGED AND CONDUCTED BY

SPRING VALLEY SALES COMPANY

Announcements day of sale take precedence over any adverised or preprinted material. ALL OF THE ABOVE MERCHENDISE IS SELLING AS IS, WHERE IS, NO WARRANTY. TERMS: CASH OR GOOD CHECK DAY OF SALE. NOTHING TO BE REMOVED UNTIL SETTLED FOR. NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS OR MERCHANDISE AFTER SOLD. PLEASE BRING PROPER IDENTIFICATION

Page 22

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, August 19, 2019

Fillmore County Police Reports Chatfield Police Department Brianna Jo HarmeningEastling, 38, Chatfield, Minn.; 6/14/2019, Stop Sign Violation, Fine $50, Total Fees $140.

Elissa Leigh Rathbun, 22, Preston, Minn.; 5/15/2019, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $290.

5/15/2019, No Proof of Insurance (Driver), Fine $200.

Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office Sauhadra Bhattarai, 31, Minnetrista, Minn.; 6/14/2019, Speeding (66/55), Fine $50, Total Fees $140.

Davene Nicole Jackson, 36, Minneapolis, Minn.; 5/17/2019, Driving After Revocation, Fine $200, Total Fees $290.

Shane Alan Noecker, 39, St. Paul, Minn.; 7/24/2019, Speeding (65/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Jon Robert Perkins, 58, Eden Prairie, Minn.; 6/19/2019, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Taraka Venkata Rajesh Rampilla, 34, Inver Grove Heights, Minn.; 6/20/2019, Speeding (64/55), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

GRANGER - FLORENCEVILLE

Held at Granger - Florenceville Park Area Farm Stock and Sportsman Weight Classes

Saturday, August 24

Sign-up starts at 9am • Pull starts at 10am

Free Admission!

Contact Mike Henry at 641-220-4746

6 . 0 6 A c r e E s t a t e A c r e a g e , M a c h i n e r y, t o o l s & h o u s h o l d

AUCTION

Saturday, September 7, 2019 @ 9am Auction & Property location: 28426 County Rd. 30 • Harmony, MN, 55965 DESCRIPTION OF REAL ESTATE:

4 Bedroom House w/ 1 1/2 Bathroom, 1168 Sq. Ft. M/L Main Floor plus Full 4 Bedroom Upstairs, Plus Attic, Full Basement (unfinished), Vinyl Siding, Newer Shingle Roof, Vinyl Windows, LP Gas Heater, Hot Water Heater & Appliance – Older Unattached Garage – Well 600ft. Deep – 52’ x 84’ Pole Shed – 30’ x 42’ Steel Frame Insulated Machine Shop – 2 Barns – 3 Harvester Silos Plus Other Misc Out Buildings. Nice Location & Setting w/ Lots of Trees.

LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Will be Determined by Survey.

TERMS OF SALE: 10% nonrefundable down payment on

day of auction with the balance due on or before Nov. 1, 2019 OWNERS have the right to accept or reject one or all bids.

ATTORNEY: Bar ton Seebach From Story, Schoeberl & Seebach LLC Attorneys Office, N. Elm St., Cresco, Ia. 52136 Will be Handling all Legal Work TAXES: Will be Prorated & paid by Seller to Date of Closing

The FCJ reaches over 13,000 households each week.

Brendan Mark Ruport, 25, Mabel, Minn.; 4/9/2019, Domestic Assault - Commit an Act With Intent to Cause Fear in Another of Immediate Bodily Harm or Death, Fine $3,000 (stay $2,100 until 7/29/2021), Total Fees $990. Local Confinement - 365 days (stay 320 days for two years). Credit for time served: 14 days. Defendant can be released to inpatient treatment when a bed becomes available; defendant is to satisfactorily complete the program; if defendant does not satisfactorily complete the program by either being removed from the program, should leave against recommendations, or for any other reason, the defendant is to report to jail immediately; defendant will be given day for day jail credit if defendant successfully completes inpatient treatment. Supervised probation for two years - Conditions (7/29/2019): Sign Probation Agreement, Follow all instructions of probation, Follow all Conditions set forth in the Probation Agreement, Educational assessment/program, 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, 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, Submit to Chemical Testing, No assault, aggressive, threatening, assaultive, or disorderly behaviors, Cognitive skill training, Complete treatment, Aftercare, Maintain employment and residence, Alcohol monitor as directed by Court Services, Do not buy or own a vehicle without a valid driver’s license and insurance, Write letter of apology within 30 days and provide to Court Services.

Nicholaus James Wernimont, 18, Spring Valley, Minn.; 7/21/2019, Possess Alcohol Under 21, Fine $100, Total Fees $190. 7/21/2109, Possession of Open Bottle in Motor Vehicle, Fine $100.

MN State Patrol - Rochester Megan Marlene Cupersmith, 20, Minneapolis, Minn.; 5/17/2019, Speeding (74/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150.

Colin Andrew Schroeder, 44, Rushford, Minn.; 6/27/2019, Seat Belt Required - Driver and Passenger Must Use, Fine $25,

Total Fees $115.

John Ford Shephard Jr., 75, Cedar Falls, Iowa; 7/23/2019, Speeding (70/55), Fine $60, Total Fees $150.

Preston Police Department Kelly Beth Hager, 53, Rochester, Minn.; 6/26/2019, Speeding (50/40), Fine $40, Total Fees $130.

Brittany Georgia Roeder, 27, Stewartville, Minn.; 6/29/2019, Operate Vehicle with Expired Registration, Fine $30, Total Fees $120.

AUCTION CALENDAR Tues., August 20 at 9:30am - Tractors, combine and heads, hay and forage equipment, tiliage equipment, miscellaneous equipment, vehicles, shop equipment and tools. For more information, call Gehling Auction Company 507-765-2131 or see gehlingauction.com. Listing in the Journal Thurs., August 22 at 9:30am - Pre-Harvest sale. Tractors, combines, vehicles, misc. For more information, call Gehling Auction Company 507-765-2131 or see gehlingauction.com.

Listing in the Journal

Sat., August 24 at 9am - Antiques, collectibles, guns, furniture, miscellaneous. For more information, contact Spring Valley Sales, 507346-2183. Listing in the Journal

ONLINE AUCTIONS Starts ending Tues., Aug. 27 - Tractors, trucks, planting equipment, tillage equipment, grain handling, conveyors, elevators, dozer, boat, Bobcat, and miscellaneous. For more information, visit www.tmracompany.com Listing in the Journal

Tony Montgomery Realty & Auction Co. Open House: Wednesday, August 28 6:00-7:30pm For more information call Arlo Warnke @ 507-440-8702

TMRA Starts closing at 6 pm

AUCTION

MALLARD SEED CO. & RAYMOND AND EVELYN BRUESKE ESTATE

Everything exceptionally CLEAN!

Sat, Aug 17th through Tues, Aug 27th 2019 10 DAY ONLINE AUCTION!

Dan: 319-240-9984

Go to www.tmracompany.com for photos Auctioneer’s Note: The Raymond and Evelyn Brueske family would like to thank all of the previous Customers and employees of the Mallard Seed Co. Your patronage was and is greatly appreciated since Mallard Seed Co started in the 1950’s.

TRACTORS – TRUCKS – PLANTING EQUIP. – TILLAGE EQUIP. Allis-Chalmers 7060 Tractor pwr. Shift, cab, duals, frt. weights, 4559 hrs. – Allis-Chalmers 190 Tractor XT Series III, open stat., 6826 hrs., 4 spd. Hi/lo trans., - Massey Ferguson 65 Tractor, 3-pt, 540 pto, - Massey Ferguson 50 Tractor w/ woods belly mower – IH M Tractor N.F. – 1989 Ford L8000 Tandem Truck w/ Steel 22’ grain box, hoist, 135k miles, 9 speed Fuller Trans., - 1977 Ford F600 Custom Grain Truck w/ 15’ dump box – 1977 GMC 6500 Grain Truck w/ Steel 18’ dump box – 1965 IH Fleetster 2000 Grain Truck tandem w/ 20’ dump box – 2003 GMC 2500HD Reg. Cab pickup, 5 speed manual, 6.0L, 2wd, ONLY 27,421 miles, CLEAN – 1995 GMC 3500 Reg. Cab pickup, 5 spd. man., 5.7L, 2wd, topper – 1991 GMC 2500 Reg. Cab pickup, 5 spd. man., 4.3L, 2wd, topper – 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT – John Deere 7200 Corn Planter 38” 8-row, dry fert., - Case IH 5300 Soybean Special Drill w/ grass seed box, 12’, 6” spacing – John Deere 7000 Corn planter 38” 4-row, dry fert., - White 6-row 38” planter – John Deere E1710 13’ chisel plow, 11-shank – Allis-Chalmers 2300 14’ disc. – John Deere 1010 field cultivator 30’, 3-bar harrow – White 6-bottom vari-width plow – Glenco Soil-finisher 19’ w/ 5 bar harrow – Numerous row cultivators – 4 section drag on cart – John Deere 27 Stalk Chopper – and so much more too numerous to mention.

GRAIN HANDLING – CONVEYORS – ELEVATORS Handlair Pneumatic Conveying System Model 566 w/ assort. pipes – Rapat 61’, 40’, 26’ belt/paddle conveyors – (2) Bush hog 52’ paddle conveyors – (5) Dakon 250 bu. gravity Wagons – (2) Bradford 300 bu. Gravity wagons – Tyler Fert. Tender on trailer w/ hydraulic auger motor – (2) Farmhand F94D Side dump wagons – Minneapolis Moline Corn Shellers complete w/ drag lines – And Qty of misc conveyors, elevators, Augers, Shellers, Fanning mills, Platform Scales and so much more!

DOZER – BOAT – BOBCAT – MISC. CAT 941B Bucket Dozer, less than 100 hrs., SN: 80H3535 – 2003 Alumacraft V16 Boat on Spartan Trailer, Mercury 25HP motor – Bobcat 743 Skidloader w/ 3654 hrs., - ParCar Gas Golf cart – John Deere LX186 lawn mower w/ 42” deck – Arps model 70 snowblower, 2-stage, 3-point – Large Qty of Bin Sheets – Qty of numerous fuel barrels – Qty of Boom Guns – Hand corn shellers – Lincoln Welders – Buzz saw and so much more too numerous to mention. Owners – Mallard Seed Co. and Raymond and Evelyn Brueske Estate

Go to www.tmracompany.com for photos

Open House: August 21st 3PM-5PM & August 24th 9AM-11AM at TMRA office, Plainview, MN TMRA

“Experience with Integrity For Your Auction”

• Spring Valley

MN Lic. #79-06 Wi. Lic. #639-052

www.tmracompany.com

Tony Montgomery Realty & Auction Co.

Organized & Professional

The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County

Ask a Trooper

By Sgt. Troy Christianson Minnesota State Patrol Question: I have a 2018 Jeep Wrangler which has a windshield that has the ability to fold down from the factory. I am just wondering if the windshield is properly folded down and strapped Sgt. Troy H. as per the Christianson factory design if this is then legal to drive on highway, county or state roads in Minnesota. While I doubt I’ll ever be zipping down I-94 with the windshield down, it would make it a lot easier driving between off road trails to not put it up and down, but I don’t want to break the law.

I could only find the statute that indicates that if you do have a windshield you need to have wipers. So it sounds like there isn’t a law per se that says “Shall have a windshield on all on road vehicles,” so I am assuming if the vehicle wasn’t designed to have one (like a motorcycle) it’s not required.

However, it doesn’t appear to specify what the rule is when you have a windshield, but the factory designed it to fold down.

So the law is kind of grey in my mind and I hoped you could

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, August 19, 2019

advise how the State Patrol approaches this law or rules for highway use.

Thanks in advance for any information or understanding of the statute you would be able to share!

Answer: We get this question fairly often, and it brings out some good discussion. When it comes to a windshield in a passenger vehicle, you are required to have one. Under Minnesota State Statute 169.468 it states, the commissioner has adopted federal motor vehicle safety standards, which is where it states a windshield is required (in the federal law.)

For the purposes of your windshield being a “fold down from the factory,” this is for “off road use.”

Motorcycles may or may not have windshields, but even when they do, they do not meet legal requirements, and a rider must wear eye protection: face shield, goggles, or glasses.

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)

CONSIDERATIONS Continued from Page 20

January 1 of this year. Under ordinance provisions, each inoperable, unlicensed vehicle on a property, not housed inside a garage, may see a first-time $50 citation. If the situation is not remedied within 30 days, subsequent citations may occur.

With additional citations, the fee schedule is graduated and the grace period to address the issue is just 15 days after each new additional citation. City Clerk Chris Grindland noted city hall issued four vehicle citations in the past month.

Resident Jeremy Volkman was present at the meeting to protest the citations. Volkman maintains he is working on addressing issues on his property and that he is down to minimal inoperable vehicles. He further maintains the $550 worth of citations he’s received are burdensome and that he feels the council is picking and choosing who to issue citations to.

“It’s not fair. You aren’t doing this fair,” said Volkman. “The new ordinance makes things difficult.”

Resident Gary Quarve was also on hand to present concerns to the council regarding two properties within the city. The first, 116 Mill Street, owned by Paul Gordon, was issued a building permit for a home in 2016, but the home is not yet completed, being in a semi-completed state,

with exposed framing and wallboard in sections. ”The city keeps giving them permits. It’s wrong.

It’s a major eyesore. Either they need to finish it or tear it down,” he stated.

Quarve also had concerns over the property adjacent to his at 122 River Street, owned by Mike Halvorson. “They’re doing nothing with the house and yard; minimal maintenance. It’s certainly impacting the value of the houses around. I’d like to know what the city is doing to move them forward. I know we can’t expect things overnight, but there needs to be progress.” The city will review any previous letters sent to Halvorson regarding the property.

John Helland, who purchased the former Rushford-Peterson Middle School, provided an update on the buildings usage.

A number of memorabilia items from the school still need to be claimed. Some need to be sorted and given to R-P Schools, while others, from prior to the district

Page 23

consolidation in the ‘90s, will go to the Friends of Peterson.

Helland is still reviewing the property and indicated there is a number of damaged areas, including some mechanical. He indicated he has no intention to heat the whole facility and is considering utilizing the bus garage, but hasn’t made decisions on the classroom, gym, or commons areas. According to Helland, it is possible the the various classrooms may be rented for storage and that if feasible, the gym and commons may be opened up for rental. Recently done plans for potential apartments were found in the school, but Helland was quick to note he isn’t intending to develop them. “We’ll have to see. There’s quite a bit of damage in there.”

The next regularly scheduled council meeting is Wednesday, September 11, at 6 p.m., at city hall. Budgetary discussion for 2020 will be on the agenda with a draft budget on hand. The public is encouraged to attend.

reenfield ut eran

urc

HARMONY, MN

Authentic Norwegian Dinner SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2019 SERVING TIMES: 11:00, 12:00, 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 Adults: $17 Children 6-12: $10.00 Call 507-886-3272 or email office@greenfieldlutheranchurch for reservations.

READER’S CHOICE AWARDS Vote for the “2019 Best of the Best” and you could WIN A $50 GIFT CERTIFICATE Only businesses or organizations located in the Fillmore County Journal circulation area will be eligible for Reader’s Choice Awards selection.

BEST of the

best 2019

2019 BEST of the BEST

Antiques Appliance Repair Shop Auto Repair Shop Banking Institution Bed & Breakfast Breakfast Campground Cheeseburger Cheese Curds Chiropractor Coffee Shop Daycare Electrician Fine Dining Fitness Center Golf Course Hair Salon Hardware Store Ice Cream Implement

Ballots are due in our office by noon on September 6, 2019.

Results will be published in a special edition of the Fillmore County Journal on September 30, 2019.

Only original ballots printed in the newspaper will be considered eligible.

Ballots submitted in batch will be discarded & excluded from voting process.

Ballots submitted anonymously will NOT be accepted.

Only ballots submitted by mail or dropped off at our office will count towards the voting system.

MAIL TO: Fillmore County Journal, PO Box 496, 136 St. Anthony St., Preston, MN 55965

Insurance Agent Liquor Store Live Theatre Local Attraction Local Entertainment Longtime Favorite Restaurant Onion Rings Outdoor Dining Photographer Pie Pizza Plumbing & Heating Retail Gift Shopping Ribs Seafood Sports Bar Steak Swimming Pool Town Festival/Fair Veterinary Clinic

SUBMIT YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION: Name Address Phone Email

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE GUIDE

APPLIANCE REPAIR

Root River Appliance Repair

We Fix All Makes & Models IN-HOME REPAIR SERVICE!

507-272-4365 RANGES • DISHWASHERS • WASHERS • DRYERS • MICROWAVES

ELECTRICIAN

Commercial, Residential & Farm

HUNTINGTON ELECTRIC 507-467-2348 507-251-9510 Cell Lic #EA004772

AUTO SALES & SERVICE

MOTORS & MOTOR REPAIR RISTAU FARM SERVICE ELECTRIC MOTOR REPAIR SHOP

507.765.3873 • 740 Bluff Country Court, Preston, MN

50-100 New/Rebuilt motors on hand at all times

GUN SALES & SERVICE

AUTHORIZED BALDOR DEALER

MUSIC

Piano Service Bill’s Gun Shop Bierman’s Tuning • Regulating • Repair 19708 Kava Rd. Preston MN 55965

507-765-2762

StoP by to See ouR iNveNtoRy!

AUTO BODY REPAIR

GUTTER SALES & SERVICE

Jonathan Bierman

Certified Graduate of the Randy Potter School of Piano Technology

Serving southeastern MN & northern IA! 1-507-475-3516 jcbtunemeister@yahoo.com

PLUMBING & HEATING

Curry’s

507-493-5282 14290 MN-43, Mabel, MN

Custom Cut

Plumbing & Heating

GuTTEr

Dave Swenson Don Tollefsrud Matt Swenson

507-867-4265 | ChaTfiEld, MN

CLEANING

LAWN CARE

NEWMAN HEATING & COOLING, LLC

Hebl Cleaning & Restoration Professional Cleaning ~

507-743-8325

507•867•3988 CHATFIELD, MN

Carpet, Furniture, Floors, Furnace Duct Cleaning, Fire & Water Damage, Janitorial Service.

A locally owned & operated company

Landscape Maintenance

507-467-4798 • Lanesboro, MN

CLOCK REPAIR

Why Pay More For Top Quality Service

Steve Daniels, Owner Locally Owned & Operated

New Construction • Remodeling • Existing

507-867-3935

Antique Watches & Clocks Carefully Repaired

www.distinctive-landscape.com

FULL SERVICE LANDSCAPING PROFESSIONALS

NAWCC

100 Coffee St W - Lanesboro, MN Phone: 763-567-3440 -Text

Residential & Commercial

Retaining walls • Paver Patios & Walkways • Sod • Grading Seeding • Mulch • Weed control • Fertilization • Decorative rock • Snow Removal

“If You Can Imagine It, We Can Do It!”

(507) 545-9000

661 Conyon Dr. NW • Eyota, MN

AL LARSON & SONS

507-765-2405

Plumbing & Heating

SALES & SERVICE

CONSTRUCTION

New Homes Remodeling • Air Conditioning Furnace • Drain Cleaning

308 St. Anthony St., Preston

COUNTERS, FLOORS and MORE

Affordable, Beautiful, Durable and Cabinetry

• In-Floor Heating • All Plumbing Repairs & Service Work • On Demand Water Softeners • Drain Cleaning • Furnaces • Air Conditioning

Lic #PR643127

PROPANE GAS

Countertops | Flooring Patio & More

www.countersfloorsandmore.com Lic # BC474301 DUANE GILBERTSON | 507-272-3624 INSTALLATION

MELDAHL CONSTRUCTION INC. CONSTRUCTION SERVICES:

We Carry

Grain Bins for

-Fans -Heaters -Roof Vents -Floors (And More!)

30 Ton, 136 ft Boom Truck Service

1-800-464-6121 1-800-464-6121

MARV’S LAWN CARE SERVICES

507-216-2017

Rustic Rose Lawn & Landscape

ot could p s This Lawn Mowing • Spring & Fall Cleanup Landscaping rs!flower beds e yo•uRefresh b

SATELLITE SERVICES Craig Stortz #PL07718

Power Limited Licensed

STORTZ SATELLITE

Nick Stortz #PL07719

Serving the Tri-State area Residential & Commercial Accounts for Direct TV & Dishnet.

Cable - Phone - Internet - Wiring Canton, MN

Toll Free 866-862-5397 Bus 507-743-8486 Cell 507-259-1454

507-346-7440 • 507-735-2233 • Spring Valley, MN Freees

Estimat

Delivery & Installation of Mulch, Lawn Rolling, Brooming, Aerating

Call us at 507-765-2151 www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE GUIDE

SEPTIC

SHADES & BLINDS 507.696.0902

TRAILER SALES & SERVICE

Denny’s Trailer Sales & Service All modeles include horse, stock & flat bed

check out on-line inventory! www.dennystrailersales.com

Serving Rochester & Southern Minnesota For Over 15 Years!

LIC# L2929 A Division of Jake Wieser Construction, Inc. New & Replacement Septic Systems • Septic Inspections & Design • Water Testing Drain Tile Systems • Landscaping • Seeding & Mulching Dozer, Excavator & Skid Steer Work • Rural and City Sewer & Waterline Laterals

201 Main St. S., Chatfield, MN 55923 WE ARE A LOCALLY OWNED, FAMILY OPERATED BUSINESS.

18880 County Rd. 8 • 3 miles N of Wykoff, MN at Fillmore Phone 507.352.5491 • Fax 507.352.5492

SHADES & BLINDS

WELDING & TRUCK REPAIR

Blinds • Shutters • Shades • DRAPERIES

Len Wieser, Jr., Owner/Operator

Locally owned & operated!

Office: (507) 895-8213 • Cell: (507) 429-9505 • Email: jake@wieserseptic.com 7750 TT Road | Houston, MN 55943 | www.wieserseptic.com

507-287-8258 Located in Rochester, Minnesota & Fargo, North Dakota

DW’s Mobile Welding ON THE FARM OR CONSTUCTION SITE

507-993-7772

Darrin Westphal Owner/Certified Welder

We’re #1 in the #2 Business Pumping & Agitating

PROFESSIONAL GUIDE ACCOUNTANTS

ASSISTED LIVING COME

MAJOR & COMPANY TAX PREPARATION, ACCOUNTING & PAYROLL SERVICES ENROLLED AGENTS 414 Fillmore St. W, Preston, MN

RON SCHREIER, EA

TOUR TODA Y!

Assisted Living of Preston

TIM MCLAUGHLIN, EA

COUNSELING

515 WASHINGTON ST N. | PRESTON, MN WWW.TRADITIONSOFPRESTONMN.COM | 507-765-3837

141

Therapy, case management, ARMHS and skills training for adults and children 8am – 4:30pm, Mon-Fri • 65 Main Ave. N. Harmony www.zvhc.org 1-800-422-0161 or call 24-hour Crisis Response Line at 1-844-274-7472

VICTIM SERVICES

- a service of DFO Community Corrections.

Sexual Assault Program ~ Victim/Witness Assistance Program All services are free & confidenital

Advocacy, information & assistance for victim/survivors of sexual assualt & other felony crimes. Community & professional education & consultation. Located in the Fillmore County Courthouse - Preston, MN

MON-FRI 765-2805 OR CALL 24 HR CRISIS LINE TOLL-FREE 1-877-289-0636

DENTAL

Teri Klaehn CPA, LLC Tax, Payroll and Accounting Services

Quickbooks ProAdvisor

125 St. Paul St., Preston, MN 55965 507-765-3696 - Teri@tklaehncpa.com

Chosen Valley Care Center, Inc. A Senior Living Community

We accept neW patients, give us a call to schedule SCHEDULEyour YOUR appointment!

APPOINTMENT!

Skilled Nursing Center | Assisted Living | Independent Living • AcceptMost MostInsurances Insurances •• Delta Delta Dental • Accept DentalPremier PremierProvider Provider

ASSISTED LIVING

AUCTIONEERS

“Where Life Begins Again” adminpreston@goldenhorizons.org

www.oakcreek-dental.com

Amy Reis, D.D.S.

800-852-0010

Park Lane Estates Assisted Living 410 Park Lane SE Preston, MN 55965 507-765-9986

Phone: 563-547-1704 | 1155 Canterbury Street, Cresco

www.darrauctions.com Rushford, MN CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE TO SEE WHAT ONLINE AUCTIONS WE HAVE THIS WEEK!

220 NN Broadway Ave, Spring Valley, MN 55975 220 Broadway Ave, Spring Valley, MN

Dental care for your (507) 346-7752

Spring Valley Sales Company 412 E. Park | Spring Valley, MN 55975

Your full service Auction compAnY serving minnesotA, Wisconsin And ioWA

507-346-2183

Estate, Farm Dispersal, Consignment, Real Estate, Business Liquidation, Personal Property Spring Valley Sales Company

CLAIM YOUR SPOT TODAY! Call us today! 507.765.2151 Email your information to ads@fillmorecountyjournal.com

entire family!

Page 26

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

Monday, August 19, 2019

PROFESSIONAL GUIDE MEDICAL

DENTAL

REAL ESTATE Over 2,500 acres sold in the past year!

Chad Garteski, Agent/Land Specialist Gary M. Marcoux, d.d.S. 208 S. Elm Street Rushford, MN

ruShford d e n ta l c l i n i c

(507) 864-7773 • Family Dental Care • Cosmetic Dentistry/Whitening • New Patients Always Welcome

john nelson cell 507.216.1140

Theresa Hurley, APRN, CNP

john.nelson@cbburnet.com

FINANCIAL ADVISOR

Buying or Selling Let us do the work for you!

Jeff Darr Cell 715-495-6948 jeff@darrauctions.com

Rod Darr Cell 507-951-3843 rod@darrauctions.com

Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Monday-Friday

Cory Boyce, MD Chisom Bruns, PA-C

ASK ME ABOUT ASKTHRIVENT ME ABOUT THE

STORY THE THRIVENT STORY Walter Bradley Walter Bradley 507-467-3370 507-467-3370

INSURANCE lIFe & heAlth InsurAnce WiSoTA inSurAnCe grouP, inC.

JAne D. MeiSner 24573 183rd Ave. WykOff, MN 55990

Medicare • Drug Plans • Health Insurance

jane@jmeisnerinsurance.com 507-993-7320 Cell

106 N. Gold St. P.O. Box 146 Wykoff, MN 55990

NURSING CARE

507-352-5591 Office 507-352-7591 fax

d l u o c t This spo rs! be you Call us at 507-765-2151

Phone: 507.352.8000 Cell: 507.990.1900

AFIS- Agribusiness and Farm Insurance Specialist farm home auto business

Steve Rehm

www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No: 23-PR-19-453 In Re: Estate of: Marion Lucille Erickson, also known as Marion L. Erickson, also known as Marion Erickson, Decedent.

NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated June 7, 2013. The Registrar

accepted the application and informally appointed Charlotte Meeker and Geraldine French, to serve as the co-personal representatives of the decedent’s estate.

Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Any objection to the appointment of the personal representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection.

Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters testamentary, the power to sell, encumber,

lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the decedent.

Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred.

Dated: August 7, 2019 /s/ Becky Brandt Registrar Lee Novotny (MN# 0389227) Novotny Law Ofice, Ltd. 22 Second Street SE Chatfield, MN 55923 Telephone: (507) 867-4080 ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Publish 19,26

OFFICIAL PUBLICATION NOTICE OF ORDINANCE AMENDMENT FILLMORE COUNTY ZONING ORDINANCE The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners adopted an amendment to the Fillmore County Zoning Ordinance on August 6, 2019. This amendment pertains to Section 3, Definitions, and Section 610, Floodplain, and includes the newly amended and adopted FEMA (FIRM) Floodplain Maps. A complete copy of this Ordinance amendment may be picked up in the Zoning Office during regular office hours or may be viewed in its entirety on the Fillmore County Website at www. co.fillmore.mn.us Cristal Adkins Fillmore County Zoning Administrator Publish 12,19,26

JOINT BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING NOTICE There will be a meeting of the FillmoreHouston Joint Board of Health on August 27, 2019, at the Mabel Community Center located at 201 Main Street South, Mabel, Minnesota. The meeting will begin at 1:00 PM. Publish 19

NOTICE - City of Rushford Village (CRV) Bid Request for Trash Hauling

The City of Rushford Village is requesting sealed bids for trash hauling. Please call 507-864-7974 by August 30, 2019 for detail information.

Thank You, Mary Miner, Clerk • City of Rushford Village

The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County

PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

SUMMARY OF MINUTES AUGUST 6, 2019 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 Board approved the following consent agenda items: 1. July 23, 2019 County Board minutes.

2. Request for use of Generator/Light Towers by City of Chatfield during Western Days The Board approved the Commissioners’ warrants.

The Board reviewed the Auditor’s warrants.

Zoning: • Board unanimously approved the updated Floodplain Ordinance and FEMA maps.

• Board unanimously approved an access permit for field drive for Dale Payne, section 13 of Beaver Township • Board unanimously approved an access permit for field drive for Kenneth & Janet Flugum, section 17 of Beaver Township • Board unanimously approved an access permit for property drive for Nathen Yutzy, section 34 of Bristol Township Public Health: • Board unanimously approved the Memorandum of Agreement for the Evidence Based Home Visiting Expansion Grant Highway: • RESOLUTION 2019-031: Milestone Materials 2019 Rock Contract final payment Sheriff: • Board unanimously approved the State of MN Annual County Boat and Water Safety Grant agreement renewal in the amount of $2,097.00 for January 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020 • RESOLUTION 2019-032: State of Emergency Declaration for the July 18-19 flood event Human Resources Officer: • Board unanimously approved to hire Brianna Reed as Support Enforcement Aide at Grade 7/Step 1, $20.61/hour, effective August 12, 2019 Coordinator: • Board approve the hiring of Sandy Solberg retro-actively up to 20 hours per week as needed as a temporary employee in the Recorder’s Office at $20.00/hour The following Commissioners’ warrants were approved: VENDOR (8-7-19), DESCRIPTION AMOUNT Revenue Fund Bureau of Criminal Apprehens-State Of MN 2nd Qtr 2019 permit-to-carry 630.00 Jeffrey W Jacobs, cancellation fee for hearing 750.00 1 Source County Supplies 1,048.38 MN State Auditor - Office Of The State, State Auditor Review 2017 1,190.00 Election Systems & Software (ES & S), elections 1,286.09 Fillmore Co Treasurer, fuel 2,839.20 De Lage Landen Financial Services, copy machines lease 3,068.30 Enterprise Fleet Management, Sheriff-New vehicle purchase 3,373.50 Cornerhouse, SherForensic InterviewTraining 8,000.00 MN Dept Of Corrections, July-Dec 2019 STS payment 35,042.16 Revenue Fund, (bills over $500 listed above) 57,227.63 Revenue Fund, (33 bills under $500 - not listed) 4,421.00 Revenue Fund Total 61,648.63 County Road & Bridge Dave Syverson Freightliner, parts 501.24 Stonebrooke Engineering, Inc., consulting 720.00 Triple EEE Contracting LLC, building maintenance 900.00 Spring Valley Overhead Door Company Inc,building maintenance 970.06 World Fuel Services Inc, hydraulic oil 1,284.00 Gleason/Richard W and Jodi A, easement 1,532.50 Wsb & Associates Inc, consulting 1,544.50 Hovey Oil Co Inc,#2 diesel 1,690.92 Dunn Blacktop Co Inc, cold mix 4,185.44 Valley Home Improvement, building maintenance 4,930.80 Milestone Materials Inc, 5% final contract rock 25,438.78 Road & Bridge Fund, (bills over $500 listed above) 43,698.24 Road & Bridge Fund, (20 bills under $500 - not listed) 2,851.62 Road & Bridge Fund Total 46,549.86 Econimic Development Authority (EDA) Martin Walsh, Mileage Reimbursement 22.45 EDA Fund Total 22.45 INFRA Fund Gopher Septic Service INC, Mowing/chlor tabs-Greenleafton 204.00 Winona Heating & Ventilating Co, Inc., replace chiller display module 3,113.37 INFRA Fund Total 3,317.37 Sanitation Fund Liberty Tire Recycling LLC, Tire Disposal 1,705.12 HARTER’S TRASH & RECYCLING INC, Trash & Recycling 65,778.31 Sanitation Fund, (bills over $500 listed above) 67,483.43 Sanitation Fund, (5 bills under $500 - not listed) 438.33 Sanitation Fund Total 67,921.76 The above represents a summary of the County Board actions on the listed date.

Official County Board minutes are on file in the Fillmore County Courthouse and are available for review during regular business hours. County Board meetings are usually scheduled for Tuesday mornings at 9:00 in the Commissioners’ Room in the Courthouse.

Questions regarding the minutes or upcoming meetings can be directed to Bobbie Vickerman, Coordinator/Clerk of the County Board at 507/765-4566.

Publish 19 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No: 23-PR-19-482 In Re: Estate of Dale Larry Torgerson, also known as Dale Torgerson, and Dale L. Torgerson, Decedent.

NOTICE OF INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar.

The Registrar accepted the application and appointed Bobbie Vickerman, whose address is 30288 Main Street, Rushford, Minnesota, 55971, to serve as the personal representative of the decedent’s estate.

Any heir or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Any objection to the appointment of the personal representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection.

Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters of general administration, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the decedent.

Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the

personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred.

Dated: August 6, 2019 /s/ Becky Brandt Registrar Lee Novotny (MN# 0389227) Novotny Law Ofice, Ltd. 22 Second Street SE Chatfield, MN 55923 Telephone: (507) 867-4080 ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Publish 19,26 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR LIVESTOCK FEEDLOT PERMIT Notice is hereby given per Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 116, that David Mensink has made application to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and/or to the County of Fillmore for a permit to construct or expand a feedlot with a capacity of 500 animal units or more.

The proposed feedlot will be located in Fillmore County, T102N, R11W, Section 19 NW1/4 of the SW1/4 Fillmore County Carimona Township, Minnesota.

The proposed facility will consist of an existing total confinement 600 head hog finishing barn, 40’ x 120’ long with 6’ deep reinforced concrete pit. An existing 150’ x 158’ open lot for beef with a proposed 17,810 sq. ft. infiltration basin. A new 2,400 head hog finishing barn, 100’ x 204’ long with an 8’ deep reinforced concrete pit permitted for a total 720 animal units.

This site will be permitted for 996 a.u.’s.

This publication shall constitute as a notice to each resident and each owner of real property within 5,000 feet of the perimeter of the proposed feedlot as required

by Minnesota state law. Published in the Fillmore County Journal August 19 and 26, 2019.

Publish 19,26

Monday, August 19, 2019

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Page 27

PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

FORECLOSURE YOU ARE NOTIFIED THAT: 1. Default has occurred in the conditions of that certain Mortgage dated June 3, 2004, executed by Tarry Litscher, a single person (“mortgagor”) for the benefit of Rushford State Bank (“Rushford State Bank”), as mortgagee, recorded in the office of the County Recorder for Fillmore County, Minnesota on June 14, 2004, as Document No. 340058.

The Original Mortgage was then extended by that certain extension dated October 27, 2005, by Mortgagor, for the benefit of Rushford State Bank, recorded in the office of the County Recorder for Fillmore County, Minnesota on November 1, 2005, as Document No. 3901234 2. The property that is the subject of this foreclosure, as described in the Mortgage and below, is not registered land.

3. The original principal amount secured by the Mortgage was: $85,500.00.

4. No action or proceeding at law is now pending to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage, or any part thereof.

5. The holder of the Mortgage has complied with all conditions precedent to acceleration of the debt secured by the Mortgage and foreclosure of the Mortgage, and all notice and other requirements of applicable statutes.

6. At the date of this notice the amount due on the Mortgage, and taxes, if any, paid by the holder of the Mortgage is: $83,904.27.

7. Pursuant to the power of sale in the Mortgage and the Voluntary Foreclosure Agreement between the parties, the Mortgage will be voluntarily foreclosed, and the land described as follows: Lot 162 in Block 13 Original Plat, City of Rushford, Fillmore County, Minnesota. will be sold by the County Sheriff of Fillmore County, Minnesota, at public auction on September 5, 2019 at 10:00 a.m., at the Fillmore County Courthouse, Main Lobby, 101 Fillmore Street, Preston, Minnesota 55965 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.

8. The date of the Voluntary Foreclosure Agreement is: July 8, 2019.

9. The time allowed by law for redemption by Mortgagor or Mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is two months after the date of sale.

10. Each holder of a junior lien may redeem in the order and manner provided in Minnesota Statutes Section 582.32, subdivision 9, beginning after the expiration of the Mortgagor’s redemption period, such subdivision providing that a person holding a junior lien upon the real estate or some part of the real estate may redeem in the order and manner specified in Minnesota Statutes Sections 580.24 and 580.25, but only if before the end of the Mortgagor’s redemption period under Section 582.32 the creditor files with the county recorder or registrar of titles of each county where the real estate is located, a notice of intention to redeem. If a junior creditor fails to timely file a notice of intention to redeem as provided in Section 582.32, subd. 9, or fails to redeem, its lien on the real estate is extinguished.

11. 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. 12. The mortgagor(s) released from financial obligation on the Mortgage is/are: none.

Dated: August 6, 2019 Attorney(s) for Mortgagee : /s/ Terry A. Chiglo Terry A. Chiglo. EVP General Counsel #0243875 219 South Mill Street Box 648, Rushford, MN 55971 507-864-7755 Publish 12,19,26,2

NOTICE OF INTENT TO DISSOLVE BLUFF COUNTRY MANUFACTURING, INC. Bluff Country Manufacturing, Inc. hereby provides notice that it is in the process of dissolving. A Notice of Intent to Dissolve was filed with the Minnesota Secretary of State’s Minnesota Business and Lien System on July 23, 2019. All written claims against the corporation must be presented to Bluff Country Manufacturing, Inc., C/O Rhonda Merchlewitz, 1295 Highway 52 N, Preston, MN 55965 no later than OCTOBER 27, 2019.

Prepared by: Steven Corson Atty. #18995 CORSON LAW OFFICES, LLC 117 St. Paul St SW PO Box 65 Preston, MN 55965 PHONE: 507-765-2121 FAX: 507-765-2122 info@corsonlaw.com Publish 29,5,12,19

Minnesota Secretary of State CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 1. State the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: KML DESIGN INC. 2. State the address of the principal place of business. A complete street address or rural route and rural route box number is required; the address cannot be a P.O. Box. 460 1ST AVE. SE HARMONY, MN 55939-6609 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address.

KML DESIGN INC 460 1ST AVE. SE HARMONY, MN 55939-6609 4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes.

I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath.

Dated: November 1, 2018 Karen M. Leno Publish 12,19

NOTICE City of Rushford Village (CRV) Council Seat Vacancy Due to a recent resignation, there is a vacancy on the City of Rushford Village Council. The term expires December 31, 2022. This seat is open to legal voters over the age of 18 who live in the City of Rushford Village. Please send a letter stating your intent, why you are interested in serving and what special abilities you may bring to this council.

Letters are to be received no later than September 3, 2019 in a sealed envelope with "vacancy" written on it. Send to: City of Rushford Village, 43038 State Highway 30, Rushford Village, MN 55971-5167 Mary Miner, Clerk City of Rushford Village

Minnesota Secretary of State CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 1. State the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: BEE BALM 2. State the address of the principal place of business. A complete street address or rural route and rural route box number is required; the address cannot be a P.O. Box. 38 MAIN AVE. N HARMONY, MN 55939 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address.

SRH LLC 335 1ST AVE SE HARMONY, MN 55939 4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath.

Dated: August 3, 2019 /s/ Becky Hoff Publish 12,19 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF FILLMORE DISTRICT COURT THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No: 23-PR-19-500 Case Type: Informal Probate In Re the Estate of: Roger Allen Dyreson, Decedent.

NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND INFORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is given that an Application for Informal Probate of Will and Informal Appointment of Personal Representative was filed with the Registrar, along with a Will dated October 5, 2015. The Registrar accepted the application and informally appointed Jeff Dyreson, whose address is 201 Cottage Grove SE, Preston, MN 55965 to serve as the personal representative of the Decedent’s estate.

Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Any objection to the appointment of the personal representative must be filed with the Court, and any properly filed objection will be heard by the Court after notice is provided to interested persons of the date of hearing on the objection.

Unless objections are filed, and unless the Court orders otherwise, the personal representative has the full power to administer the estate, including, after thirty (30) days from the issuance of letters testamentary, the power to sell, encumber, lease, or distribute any interest in real estate owned by the Decedent.

Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred.

Dated: August 12, 2019 /s/ Becky Brandt Registrar Steven Corson, Atty. #18995 CORSON LAW OFFICES, LLC 117 St. Paul St SW PO Box 65 Preston, MN 55965 PHONE: 507-765-2121 FAX: 507-765-2122 info@corsonlaw.com Publish 19,26

NEWBURG TOWNSHIP FILLMORE COUNTY, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 2019-02 RESOLUTION APPROVING SUMMARY LANGUAGE FOR PUBLICATION OF AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING FEEDLOT ZONING REGULATIONS WHEREAS, the Town Board of Newburg Township (the “Town”) has adopted Ordinance No. 2019-02, “An Ordinance Establishing Animal Feedlot Zoning Regulations,” a zoning ordinance imposing certain regulations on animal feedlots (Ordinance”); WHEREAS, it is not practical to publish the entire text of the Ordinance in the Town’s official newspaper; WHEREAS, Minnesota Statute, section 365.125, subdivision 2 allows the publication of a summary of an ordinance instead of publishing the entire ordinance; and WHEREAS, the Town Board determines publication of a summary of the Ordinance is sufficient to clearly inform the public of the intent and effect of the Ordinance and where to access the full text of the Ordinance.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby determines to publish the following summary language, which is hereby approved, in lieu of publishing the full text of the Ordinance.

NEWBURG TOWNSHIP FILLMORE COUNTY Ordinance Number: 2019-02 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING ANIMAL FEEDLOT ZONING REGULATIONS The Town Board of Newburg Township, Fillmore County adopted the above-referenced ordinance, which establishes regulations on animal feedlots within the Town.

The ordinance contains: findings; statements of authority, purpose and intent; definitions; requires compliance; prohibits the establishment or expansion of animal feedlots containing more than 750 animal units; requires new feedlots to be set back at least 1,000 feet from existing feedlots; provides for the continuance of existing feedlots; sets out procedures to seek variances, amendments, and appeals; authorized fees; and provides for the enforcement of the ordinance. The full text of the ordinance is available by contacting the Town Clerk and a copy of the ordinance was submitted to the County Law Library and the Mabel Public Library.

Barb Eiken, Town Clerk BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, the Town Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to: 1. Publish the abvove summary language once in the Town’s official newspaper; 2. Record a copy of the full Ordinance in the office of the Fillmore County Recorder; 3. Make copies of the full Ordinance available to the public upon reasonable request; 4. Provide a copy of the full Ordinance for placement in the Mabel Public Library; 5. Provide a copy of the full Ordinance for placement in the Fillmore County Law Library; 6. Provide the Fillmore County Zoning Department a copy of the full Ordinance; and 7. Place a copy of the full Ordinance in the Town Ordinance Book within 20 days of its adoption, along wiht a copy of this Resolution adn a copy of the affidavit of having published the approved summary language.

Adopted this 8th day of August 2019.

BY THE TOWN BOARD /s/ Steven Melbostad Town Chairperson Attest: /s/ Barb Eiken, Town Clerk Publish 19

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Page 28

The Official Legal Newspaper for Fillmore County

Monday, August 19, 2019

FOR RENT

FOR RENT

FOR RENT

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

SCENIC VIEW TOWNHOMES

OFFICE SPACE with conference room for rent in historic downtown Preston, MN, with enough room for 6 to 8 employees. Cost $385/month, include standard utilities. Common area break room and bathroom facilities. Call 507251-5297. r30tfn-x

UPSTAIRS APARTMENT IN PETERSON, MN. No smoking or pets.

Reference and deposit required. Call 507875-2643. r22TFN-o

PASTURED PORK. $3/lb. For more information call 507-458-2547. or contact LitenDal@gmail.com. s12,19x

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! Mabel, Harmony, Lanesboro & Preston. Studio, 1 & 2 bed family & senior rentals.

Month to month leases! Most smoke free with heat included! 507-451-8524 www. lifestyleinc.net tdd 507-451-0704 Equal Housing Opportunity. r29,5,12,19-o

BRAND NEW 2020 - 3 Br., 2 Bath, MANUFACTURED HOME. Thermal Windows, Electric Range, 18’ Refrigerator, Caramel Cabinets, Vinyl/ Shingle, FACTORY DIRECT SALES, $29,999. Delivered E. Of I-35/Iowa, 1-319-239-1920. (MCN)

FOR SALE 2014 KEYSTONE COUGAR

Income restrictions apply.

SMALL HOUSE IN PETERSON, MN. No smoking or pets. Reference and deposit required. Call 507-875-2643. r22TFN-o

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

Send your information to:

adS@fillmorecountyjournal.com

5th wheel, 30 ft. length, in excellent condition, 3 slides, price drop for late season. $15, 900 Call 507-358-8361

or give uS a call at 507-765-2151

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

Your local Your real estate connection! realestate connection!

507-216-1140 507-216-1140 JOHN.NELSON@CBBURNET.COM

John JohnNelson Nelson

local

140140 ELTONELTON HILL LANEHILL NW LANE NW ROCHESTER, MN 55901 ROCHESTER, MN 55901 EMAIL: JOHN.NELSON@CBBURNET.COM WEBSITE: WWW.JOHNNELSONREALTY.COM WEBSITE: WWW.JOHNNELSONREALTY.COM

Licensed in the

State of Minnesota

MLS#4071760

MLS#5255122

PENDING 601 Birch Street • Fountain, MN $75,500

100 Hidden Valley • Lanesboro, MN $519,000

100 Elmwood St • Lanesboro, MN • $409,000 Perfect Investment Opportunity (Turn-Key) to live and own a Historic property in Lanesboro Mn! This one of kind, beautiful & historic 2 Story Property called “Grandma’s Inn” is set up for you to rent out 8 bedrooms including 10 bathrooms with a large main level living space for the owner! Enjoy the large wrap around deck and walkout patio area in upper area!

FOR RENT

Multi-purpose building w/beautiful panoramic views of Camp Creek Valley for each office. 5 large office spaces available to rent. Each office space for rent is $400/ Mo. All utilities are paid by owner. Lease agreements are 1yr-5yr lease agreements.

BROKER, ABR, CRS, GRI 25 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE PH: (507) 458-6110

NEW

G ISTIN

L

2.50 ACRES

Kelsey Bergey REALTOR, GRI 8 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE PH: (507) 886-4221

www.SEMNrealestate.com 31414 220th St, Lanesboro

NEW

ING LIST

105 Jefferson St SE, Preston NEW

ING

LIST

30acres +/- between Lanesboro-Preston. Walk out Ranch with nice views. Heated shop with water,

PENDING 15822 County 15 Preston, MN $209,900

Gorgeous Lot for sale with the enjoyment of common woods, trails and access to the Root River for outdoor enjoyment. It’s time to build on this 2.50 acre lot!

Select Properties

Roxanne Johnson

15770 241st Ave, Preston

500 Riverview Dr. • Whalan, MN $84,900

21257 US Hwy 52 • Preston, MN

4 BED, 4 BATH • 2,718 SQ. FT.

Once in a lifetime opportunity! Custom built private off-the-grid retreat on 56 acres with in walking distance to Lanesboro.

MLS#4087466

MLS#4086390

MLS#4087466

32420 Garden Road, Harmony

301 Ashburn St. E, Lanesboro CED

REDU

CRES

66 A

Private setting. 2 bedrm ranch home, fireplace, HE

Beautifully updated 2005 built home on 5 acres! 3 bed, 2 bath furnace, central air, steel roof, updated windows, det 2 car with walkout basement. 2 car attached garage & heated shop. compressor overhead door, office, horse barn with 12 Move in condition 3 bedroom home. Semi-private yard w/ garage plus pole shed & small livestock barn. Septic 2016 box stalls, indoor arena, outdoor arena, loafing shed, $239,000 deck to enjoy. 2 car detached garage. Easy walk to Mayo fenced pastures. Approx. 5 acres tillable. $425,000 & good well. Nice mix of pasture & crop land. Seller invites Charming & bright 1927 home. Awesome view of the north

19876 Kodiac Rd, Preston ING

LIST

NEW

PEN

DING

507 Fillmore Ave S, Lanesboro

bus pick up and Root River Trail. $107,500

202 Hudson Ave, Canton

bluff & short walk to the Root River & trail access. 3-bedroom, 2 bath, garage with RV carport, storage, fenced yard. $154,900

your offer. $449,000

Buildable Lots & Land

705 3rd Ave SE, Harmony

Parcel 1: 6 acres- rural Mabel. Inviting for an organic homestead, building a home, barn, establishing an orchard, or garden & still have room to graze a few animals. Disconnect from a busy world, drop a line in Wisel Creek trout stream. $29,900

Slice of country w/ lots to offer! 3 bedroom ranch home w/ finished basement. 42x30 insulated garage/shop.

Established garden, chicken coop and little red barn. $210,000

Commercial UCED

RED

64 MAIN AVE N HARMONY Attractive historic building in the heart of the action! Main floor commercial space with half bath. Upper level apartment with high ceilings, some original features and very spacious. CA, FA, garage, deck. $72,500

Minnesota & Iowa Licensed

1908 Victorian Anna V’s Bed & Breakfast offers comfortable elegance, tucked into a quiet residential neighborhood four blocks from downtown, Anna V’s is within walking distance of the Root River, the bike trail, & more. This impressive Victorian offers 4 beautiful suites, owners’ unit, 2 car garage, and carriage barn. Perfect for your new beginnings as innkeepers or private home. #1 TripAdvisor Rating

22092 County 19, Spring Grove

A Slice of Country near some of the best trout fishing around. Just shy of an acre, this property offers a spacious 2 bedrom Att 730 sq ft insulated garage, plus detached 1 car . 24 X 32 shop has infrared heat, circuit breaker and 220 with 10 x 11 overhead door. $119,000

Parcel 2: 2 acres - wooded lot just a hop, skip, and a jump away from the Root River & paved trail system, an easy walk to parks, pool, and shopping. Great place to build.

Backs up to country. This home offers lots of space for Preston $34,900 defined areas, family, friends, hobbies, and home office. Oak hardwood floors, open staircases, and generous closets in Parcel 3: Half acre lot: Preston- Open views and great location to build your dream home just a short distance every bedroom. Could easily be two units living. $95,900 to parks and pool, trail & river, and downtown. Walk-out lot with city utilities included. $38,000 616 Fillmore St E, Preston

CRES

2+A

41571 County 24, Mabel PEN

DING

PEN

DING

Huge 5 bedroom 4 bath home with open living area, vaulted ceilings, main fl master bedroom with ensuite, 3 bedrooms on main, LL offers huge family room and 2 additional huge bedrooms and bath. XL 2 car garage. $263,700

PENDING/sold

Hard to find a lot like this in town! 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath.

Detached 1 car and 2 car garages, on 2 + acres Plenty of A Little Slice of Heaven! This country home offers a space to garden, build a shop, and play ball! Backs up to scenic country view with mature trees and conveniently country and directly across from Mayo bus pick up lot. Just located to the area’s best trout streams. 2 bedrm home, a short walk to paved trail system, river, and park. $115,000 3 car garage, almost 1 acre. $92,900.

STOP BY at: 25 West Center St in Harmony

Each office Independently Owned & Operated.

Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

REAL ESTATE

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Monday, August 19, 2019

Brenda Sheldon, ABR, GRI

(507) 346-2060 Cell: (507) 951-2071 Toll-Free: (888) 835-8141

715 North Broadway (Home Federal Bldg.), Spring Valley, MN Email - brenda@brendasheldon.com www.brendasheldon.com

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

Please welcome Tiffany Mundfrom to my team. Tiffany and I will be working together to help you with all your real estate needs. Tiffany has expertise with new construction, helping design and stage new homes with Mundfrom Builders. Give us a call today to discuss your marketing options with experience you can rely on!! tiffanymundfrom@gmail.com Cell: 507-251-2198

OPEN HOUSE HOSTED BY TIFFANY MUNDFROM THURSDAY, AUGUST 29 5:30-7PM

616 LYNDALE AVE., SPRING VALLEY

$99,900

Unique 3 bedroom 1 bath home located in established neighborhood.Everything is on one level and the home is maintenance free being constructed of porcelain coated steel. It is a Luston home, built post WWII. 2 car detached garage with cement drive and storage shed in backyard.

The full bath has been recently updated. The floors are laminate through living room, dining room and hallway. Ceramic tile in the kitchen & bath and carpet in the bedrooms. There is a nice 3 season porch on the back of the house with a cement patio outside. This is an affordable home at a great price!

14977 690TH AVE., ADAMS, MN

$225,000

1

CED!

REDU

$169,900

522 W. PARK ST., SPRING VALLEY

If you are looking for a house that is ompletely updated and remodeled ($2,000 allowance for upstairs windows), all new mechanicals including C/A, updated 100 amp electrical panel, all new Reduced stainless steel appliances and new washer & dryer, look no further! This 3 bedroom 1 bath home with a 2 stall detached garage and ample sized lot is ready for immediate occupancy. The updates are completed with new flooring, completely painted interior with knock down walls & ceilings and brand new main floor full bath. Call me for an appointment to view!

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.

New Office

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

Results tiNg

Lis NEw

g istiN

L NEw

$79,900

R Dine boy spuD

$499,500

$289,900

503 benCh st, sw, ChatFieLD Ranch home on corner lot • New metal roof • Updated 1305 Lone stone Ct se, ChatFieLD windows • Covered patio • 2 car garage • 2 bedrooms New home • 4 large bedrooms • 2 baths • Immaculate on main oor • 3 baths • Main oor laundry • Large condition • 3-car heated garage • Completely nished family room • Room for expansion in lower level • 9’ ceilings • Main oor laundry • A lot of storage room

$124,900

90 Main st., Fountain Commercial building This commercial property is located on Main St and near to State bike Trail • Business possibilities for retail, of ce 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.

COmmeRCial BUILDING $129,900 $119,900 505 CaLhoun avenue s, LanesboRo Charming home in scenic Lanesboro • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • Wood oors throughout home • Enclosed porch is perfect for an of ce • Formal living room & dining room • Main oor laundry • Newer roof • Walking distance to school. Quick possession available

RANCH WITH EVERYTHING NEW IN 2012 7.16 ACRES

1,216 SQ. FT. GARAGE SPACE

NEW LISTING

492 PLEASANT ST SW, CHATFIELD

#5237988

• 1 Bedroom • ¾ Bath • Garage • Full basement • Vinyl siding • Rural setting • Shared well • Ideal for starting out or weekend retreat • Close to City Park • Selling “AS-IS”

505 CLIFF ST NE, CHATFIELD

$154,900

80 ACRES

AMAZING 3 STORY HOME NEAR TROUT STREAM

11 ACRES

• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Custom Walkout Ranch • 2004 • Both floors have in-floor heat • Handicap accessible • Fireplace • Ceramic tile throughout • Granite tops • Additional land available • Barn/Machine shed (40’x96’) 3 Box stalls • 5 double tie stalls • 39 Acres tillable • 29 Acres pasture • 8 Acres woods INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY!

#5220607

• 3 Bedrooms • ¾ Bath • 2 Car Garage • 3,128 sq. ft.

• Hardwood floors throughout • Main floor living • All new Windows, Roof, Siding, HVAC, Electrical • Remodeled Kitchen & Bath • 13 miles to Rochester • 3 Pole Sheds • Newer well and septic installed in 2018

#5277683

• 3 Bedroom • 2,208 sq. ft. • 0.28 acre lot • 2 car garage (24’ x 36’) plus 1 car (16’ x 22’) • Main floor living • Steel siding • Quiet location • Modern kitchen & bath • Numerous updates

INCREDIBLE HILLTOP SETTING WITH GORGEOUS VIEWS

$769,900 12089 SPRING ROAD SE, CHATFIELD #5034315

10541 HWY 52 SE, CHATFIELD

#5034315

• 5 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 4,871 sq. ft. • Completely updated • New 2 Car Garage with studio & ½ bath above • Original woodwork • Modern kitchen w/custom cabinets • Massive great room addition • Native grasses & flowers • Numerous outbuildings in great condition • Additional Land Available SPRAWLING 1997 RANCH IN THE COUNTRY

140 acres • Prime hunting ground • 63 acres tillable • 20 acres pasture • Building site with outbuildings • 1920 sq. ft. pole shed • Barn • Well

SOLD!

EXCEPTIONAL VIEWS – HUNTING- FISHING

NEW LISTING

77 ACRES

$649,900 30286 HOT IRON DRIVE, CHATFIELD

#5273049

#5034315 • 2 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • 2 Car Garage • Pole Shed • Quality built (2007) custom walkout ranch • Open layout • LL partially finished • 2 Fireplace • Hickory hardwood throughout • Trout run access • Beautiful sunsets/sunrises • Private setting • 22 tillable acres • Balance in woods • Native flowers/grasses • Chatfield/Lanesboro Schools • Good well & septic

TIM DANIELSON

homes@timdanielson.com

BRAND NEW TWINHOME NEW PRICE

$174,900 116 SCHULTZ STREET, UTICA $169,900 #5253824 • 3 Bedrooms, • 2 Baths • 2 Car Garage • No steps 105 ELMWOOD ST EAST, LANESBORO #5253738 • 1,358 sq. ft. • Main floor living • Open layout

• 3 Bedroom home/apartment on second level • Ceramic tile floors • Vaulted ceilings • Patio • Main floor kitchenette • ¾ Bath ideal for Airbnb rental • Maintenance free exterior • No association fees • Main level for office or retail space • Wood floors • Great price & only a short drive to Rochester/Winona • New metal roof and quality triple pane windows • Enclosed porch • Patio • Garage • Across from Bike Trail COMPLETELY REMODELED

6.73 ACRES HOBBY FARM

NEW LISTING

www.timdanielson.com 272 Main St. North Chatfield MN 55923 Ph: 507- 867-9100 Cell: 507- 259-9110

ELCOR Realty Co. sold

SOLD 805 JEFFERSON AVE SW, EYOTA LD• 3 Car Garage SO• 3 Baths • 4 Bedrooms 120 SCHULTZ STREET, UTICA

6-PLEX

$219,900 100 PLEASANT STREET SE, PRESTON #5278523

• 5-2 Bedroom Units • 1-1 Bedroom unit • Onsite coin operated laundry • Low vacancy rate • Low rents • Turn-key building easy to operate/manage • Tenants pay electric & trash • Onsite storage spaces

28977 181ST AVENUE, WYKOFF

• 3 Bedrooms • Main floor living • Metal roof#5204767 • Updated furnace & central air • Shared well • 30’ x 52’ Pole shed built in 2007 with concrete floor • +/- 4 Acres of pasture • Cash or Conventional financing • Selling “AS-IS” condition • Cosmetic updates needed

$109,900

#5251920

HOBBY FARM

20266 STATE HWY 16, WYKOFF

#5204767

• 5 Bedrooms • 2 Car garage • Solid Foundation • Original woodwork • Hardwood floors • 9’ Ceilings • Barn • Hog Shed • Pole shed • Selling “AS-IS” • Blacktop road • Buyer responsible for well & septic

$99,900 122 MAIN ST S, WYKOFF

10 ACRES

GREAT LOCATION/HUGE LOT

ATTENTION INVESTORS!

29151 231ST AVE, FOUNTAIN

$289,900 #5271537

• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2 Car Garage • 5 tillable acres • Hardwood floors • Original woodwork • 9’ ceilings • Walk-up attic • 2 Porches • Replacement windows • Kitchen, dining & main floor bath all remodeled • Barn with lean-to • Storage shed • Good well & septic

For more information on these listings and others visit .…

www.timdanielson.com

#5213171

• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Main floor living • Vinyl siding • Replacement windows • 0.23 Acre lot • Updated furnace, wiring, plumbing, central air • Storage shed • Appliances • Selling “AS-IS”

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

5 ACRES

$159,900 26133 JASMINE DRIVE, FOUNTAIN

$177,500

• 3 Bedroom • 2 Baths • Main floor living • Deck • 2,172 sq. ft. • Master suite • Fireplace • Blacktop Road • New metal roof • New septic • Good well • 0.92 acre • 3 Car heated garage (1,246 sq. ft.) with storage area

PRIVATE COUNTRY SETTING

NEW PRICE

FoRestviLLe state paRk

521 twiFoRD st. sw, ChatFieLD

NEW LISTING

29297 GUNFLINT ROAD, CHATFIELD

$59,900

SOLD!

UPDATED COMMERCIAL BUILDING

$799,900

ACREAGE/BUILDING SITE 2.9 acres • Wooded • Close to hunting, shing, camping • Private • Ideal for house or cabin REDUCED! 27583 Deep RiveR RoaD LanesboRo $569,900

$329,900

NEW PRICE

$54,900

105 paRkway ave, LanesboRo Owner is retiring • Unique diner (1927 Goodell Diner Car) • High traf c area • Scenic Lanesboro • Located on Main St • Close to state trail • Property runs down to Root River • Room for outside seating • Turn key operation

$165,900

Great opportunity in Lanesboro on high traf c area • Ideal retail business • Updated building • High ceilings with tin • 1/2 bath on main oor • New front entrance • Ready for immediate use • Upstairs apartment has 2 bedrooms • Kitchen bath and pantry • Private fenced area in back with covered patio

433 haLF st, whaLan Beautiful setting along the bluffs • 1/2 acre (3 lots) • Vinyl siding • 2 car garage plus 1 car garage • Enclosed porch • Close to Root River • Next to state bike trail • Unlimited potential

27639 230th st, pReston

Acreage approx 8 acres • Perfect hobby farm with outbuildings for small business or handyman • Just north of city limits • 4 bedroom • 3 bath home • New windows • New doors • 50x64 heated shop with of ce and loft area • 2 outdoor wood burners • 16x24 shed • 15x60 heated shop with 40x60 shed • 20x26 shop • 26x40 garage with loft • Barn 24x60 shed with water for animals • New Back top driveway • Property has a lot of possibilities

110 CoFFee st.

LanesboRo

$84,500

CUTE AND COZY

212 S. MAIN ST. GRAND MEADOW, MN

$149,000

13020 241ST AVE, HARMONY , MN

$139,900

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.

#

Cell 507-259-5454 Website: www.toddhadoff.com E-mail: homes@toddhadoff.com L NEw

$225,000

Hard to find small acreage located just outside of Adams. The house is a multi-level home with 2 car attached garage. There is a 20x30 machine shed with heated workshop, storage shed and another metal building used for additional storage. New mound septic system in Aug. of 2018. Newer roof on house and garage. This is a 3 bedroom 2 bath home with large family room in lower level.

Main floor consists of large eat-in kitchen which is open to the living room, bedroom, office and bath. The upper level is home to the master bedroom, full bath and another bedroom. The lower level has a large family room with large bay windows. The lowest level of the home is the utility room. A good price for an excellent piece of the country!

Todd Hadoff g istiN

Page 29

$74,900 301 W TRACY ROAD, SPRING VALLEY #5223725

• 3 Bedrooms • Built 1944 • 0.62 Acre corner lot • 2 Garage stalls • Hardwood floors • Central Air • Enclosed porch • Room for expansion • Selling “AS-IS” • Ideal starter home or investment opportunity

$169,900 628 N SECTION AVENUE, SPRING VALLEY #5278645 • 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2 Car Garage • 3,176 sq. ft.

• 0.76 acre lot • Original trim • Hardwood floors • 2 Family rooms • Fireplace • New roof • Storage Shed • Patio • Vinyl siding • Central Air • Updated windows • Well maintained by the same owner for past 52 years

FARM LAND

CHATFIELD – JORDAN TOWNSHIP! 154 Acres of bare land, (100 acres tillable, 40 acres pasture with spring, 14 acres woods/nontillable). 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

• 3 Bedrooms, • 2 Baths • 2 Car Garage

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

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

Page 30

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

WANTED: A FEW GOOD PEOPLE School bus drivers needed in the Harmony & Preston area immediately for routes and extra trips.

Excellent part-time jobs. Will train.

CALL HARMONY TRANSIT Phone - 507-886-2020

GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SERVICES

Has current openings for experienced, mature, and caring individuals

Nursing Assistant Full-Time or Part-Time

• Convenient and close to home and school • Quality and caring staff, loving residents, rewarding work • Child care on-site with employee discount • Flexible scheduling, shift differential, no mandatory over-time or shift rotation • Wages based on education and experience • On-site Fitness Center For more information contact Business Office at GSLS, PO Box 747, Rushford, MN or call 507-864-7714. Or visit our website at www.goodshep-rushford.org to fill out an application.

Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider

Monday, August 19, 2019

EMPLOYMENT

Part-time Custodian Duties include: General cleaning, snow

HELP WANTD ON DAIRY FARM near Fountain. For information call 507-2728390. h12,19-x

Full Route Bus Driver

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED for a full-time Merit Case Aide position in the Fillmore County Community Services, Social Services Division. This is a regular, non-exempt position, eligible for benefits. Minimum Qualifications: Requires minimum of High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and at least three years of related office experience which includes one year experience as an Office Support Specialist; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience to demonstrate the ability to perform the work of the job.

Rate of Pay: Starting salary at $20.61 with final salary dependent on qualifications. Merit application must be completed through the MN Merit System at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/ mnmeritsystem. County employees will apply along with the public. Application Deadline: Friday, September 6, 2019 at 4:30 p.m. EOE

NOW HIRING! SPRING VALLEY SUBWAY. Full- and part-time assistant managers and shift leads. Days, nights, weekends. Apply in person or online: subway.com. h19,26,2,9-x

Current Openings

Preston Plant: Welders - 1st Shift Saw Operators - 1st Shift 10-hour shifts Apply today in person at EZ Fabricating in Chatfield or online at MEBResources.com

NURSING ASSISTANTS FT/PT and On-Call

Chosen Valley Care Center is looking for enthusiastic, dependable and caring individuals to join our team. Chosen Valley Care Center enjoys a solid reputation of cares and services, in a supportive working environment, by a dedicated facility team. We are looking for nursing assistants who are compassionate and who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents.

We are willing to train the right applicant. These position openings include:

• Premium Wages

• Medical/Dental Insurance - if eligible

• 401K Matching Retirement Plan - if eligible

• PTO - if eligible

• Flexible Scheduling on all shifts Applications/resumes will be accepted until the positions are filled and can be mailed to: Director of Nursing, Chosen Valley Care Center, Inc., 1102 Liberty Street SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 or emailed to: nm@chosenvalleyseniorliving.com.

Applicants receive considerations for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.

CHOSEN VALLEY CARE CENTER, INC. A Senior Living Community

EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT Send your information to:

THE HARMONY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE is seeking applicants for the position of Director.

Responsibilities include management of the Visitor Center, tourism marketing, community event planning, membership outreach and engagement, budget planning, leading various committees and other duties as assigned. Experience with Excel, QuickBooks, Outlook, Constant Contact, WordPress, Facebook, Instagram and basic graphic design skills are helpful for this position. The qualified applicant must be able to work well with a variety of individuals and be able to multitask and plan ahead. The position is 30 hours/week, with pay based on experience. Please send your resume, letter of interest and three work references to: HACC Hiring Committee, PO BOX 141, Harmony, MN 55939. Or: Director@exploreharmony.com No later than Friday, August 23rd at 4pm. h12,19o

NOW HIRING! CHATFIELD SUBWAY. Full- and part-time positions. Days, nights and weekends.

Apply in person or online: subway.com. h19,26,2,9-x

WE ARE HIRING!

Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

PART-TIME DISHWASHER/KITCHEN STAFF, PART-TIME WAITER wanted at the Old Village Hall Restaurant in Lanesboro. Must be available evenings and weekends. Call 507-467-2962 or stop in the restaurant and pick up an application. h19,26-x GREENFIELD LUTHERAN CHURCH, Harmony MN is hiring a part-time custodian beginning September 1, 2019.

Please call the church office for a job description and application form at 507886-3272 or email: office@greenfieldlutheran.com.h19-o LOOKING FOR A CHANGE and want to stay close to home? Flex Craft, located in Houston, MN, is immediately looking for a few Production Operators to join our team. A great candidate should have the following. Prior knowledge and skills working with industrial manufacturing equipment. Conscientious of all safety matters and concerns. Diligent and hardworking. Flex Craft believes in supporting their employees. Check out the benefits they offer: Pay starting at $13 401k match up to 4% 9 observed holidays 2 weeks PTO by the end of your 1st year Medical & Dental insurance.

We will train the right individual. Apply online: www.flex-craft.com; E-mail hr@ flex-craft.com. h19,26-x

af d n e s o t d Ne e C

e Jo u r n a ome t o t h

a x?

l o ffice !

p age x ..........50¢ per Incoming Fa p age ...... $1.00 per x Fa g n oi tg u O

136 St. Anthony Street, Preston P 507.765.2151 • F 507.765.2468

adS@fillmorecountyjournal.com or give uS a call at 507-765-2151

Rushford-Peterson Schools is accepting applications for

removal and site maintenance. Some weekend duties may be required.

If interested, qualified applicants should submit letter of interest, and R-P application (available online under the District tab or at the Distric office) to jonthompson@r-pschools.com or mail to: Jon Thompson, Superintendent, Rushford-Peterson Schools, PO Box 627, Rushford, MN 55971. Applications are due August 23, 2019. EOE Questions about the position can be directed to Jon Thompson at (507) 864-7785 ext.1001

Lanesboro School District #229 is accepting applications from qualified individuals for the position of for the 2019-2020 school year. Applications can be found on our school website (www.lanesbor.k12.mn.us) or may be picked up at the school office, 100 Kirkwood St E Lanesboro, MN. Send application to Chad Wangen - Transportation Director, 100 Kirkwood St E, Lanesboro, MN 55949. Applications accepted year-round. EOE

Rushford-Peterson Schools ISD 239 is accepting applications for:

.55 FTE Middle School Teacher

for the 2019-20 school year.

Classes taught will be a combination of STEM, Computer Applications, Study Skills and Genius Hour for our MS students throughout the school year. Coaching and advising opportunities are available.

Interested applicants need to submit district application (available online at www.r-pschools.com under the District tab), letter of interest, resume, letters of recommendation, and a copy of teaching license to jaketimm@r-pschools.com, or mail to: Jake Timm, Middle School/High School Principal, RushfordPeterson Schools, PO Box 627, Rushford, MN 55971 Questions about the position can be directed to Jake Timm at (507) 864-7785 ext. 1006. The position is open until filled. EOE

SEASONAL HELP WANTED

Grain Operations Laborer AAC is looking for seasonal workers to support patrons during fall grain harvest. We are looking for General Laborer and Scale All American Co-op Attendant applicants. Possible candidates (507) 533-4222 are those with farm, truck, equipment, grain, www.allamericancoop. commodity, production, or manufacturing experience. Extended, flexible, seasonal com/employmenthours available. Positions at our Stewartville, opportunities/ Elgin, Eyota, Viola locations.

CENTRAL FILLMORE FOODS IS HIRING HARMONY, MN SWINE CARETAKER specializing in pork production. This position involves working in an agricultural environment with hands-on interaction with livestock and regular routines. Daily activities include feeding, movement, vaccination, record keeping and facility care, among other details. Previous pork production experience is not required, on-the-job training will be provided.

Individual must be dedicated, goal-oriented, motivated and able to work effectively as a team. Respect and care for all animals is required. Full-time positions offer competitive wages, benefits packages and regular performance and salary evaluation.

If you have any questions or wish to apply, contact Ross Kiehne 507-381-0347, rkiehne@swinevetcenter.com.

Housing Director Chosen Valley Assisted Living Chosen Valley Care Center, Inc. in Chatfield, MN has a fabulous opportunity for a caring professional with solid leadership and interpersonal skills to join our team as Housing Director for Chosen Valley Assisted Living. The desired experience for this position includes an RN with Housing experience, the ablility to assess and understand the needs of seniors, marketing, familiarity with community services, knowledge of regulatory processes, experience with computers and business office functions along with a team-building philosophy.

Chosen Valley Assisted Living enjoys a solid reputation of care and services, supportive working environment and a dedicated facility team. Excellent salary, benefits and retirement plan. Applications/ resumes can be mailed to: Director of Clinical and Resident Services, Chosen Valley Care Center, Inc., 1102 Liberty Street SE, Chatfield, MN 55923 or emailed to: don@chosenvalleyseniorliving.com.

Applications will be accepted until position filled. Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.

Chosen Valley Care Center, InC. A Senior Living Community

Share your thoughts at www.fillmorecountyjournal.com

SERVICES

SERVICES

NORBY TREE SERVICE: Stump grinding, tree trimming, and removal. Call Dave Norby at 507-259-3118. s8/2TFNo

GULLICKSON REPAIR - Car and truck repair and DOT inspections! Over 30 years experience in mechanical work!

Call Richard Gullickson at 507-7653664. s10TFN-o

BESSE MINI STORAGE Units available. Preston, MN. 507-765-2471. s30TFN-o

Monday, August 19, 2019

SERVICES

MOBILE PRESSURE WASHING. Hot and cold water. Concrete flatwork. Call for a quote, 507-259-0592. s29,5,12,19-x

EZ-GO & YAMAHA GOLF CARTS SALES & SERVICE NEW & USED

TNT Lawn Service MAKE ARRANGEMENTS NOW FOR YOUR SNOW C ARE

Ivan Vreeman

Harmony Golf Carts

507-273-6928

Randy Haakenson 11753 State Hwy 43, Mabel, MN 55954 Craig Henry Shop 507.493.5399 • Mobile 507.450.5573

CALL FOR ALL YOUR REPAIR NEEDS!

326 Parkside Dr. SE Res 507-765-2297 Preston, MN 55965 Cell 507-251-5535

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

Rushford-Peterson Schools is accepting applications for

3 hours per day kitchen helper (10:30am-1:30pm) 6 hours per day kitchen helper (7:30am – 1:30pm)

Responsibilities include food preparation, food serving and kitchen clean up. A new employee may be started at a higher starting hourly rate based on experience and qualifications consistent with the Rushford-Peterson ESP Contract (Contract Article VI. Section 3).

2 hour per day kitchen assistant (10:45 – 12:45pm) Interested applicants, please submit an application (available online under the District tab at www-r-pschools.com or at the District office) to jonthompson@r-pschools.com, or mail to: Jon Thompson, Superintendent, Rushford-Peterson Schools, PO Box 627, Rushford, MN 55971

Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of others?

Semcac is currently looking for a

• MOWING • STUMP GRINDING • FALL C LEAN-UP • SNOW PLOWING • IC E MANAGEMENT

• AERATING • POWER B ROOMING • INSURED • LIGHT B AC KHOE WORK C ALL: 507-268-4977 OR C ELLPHONE: 507-429-6755

(FREE ESTIMATES)

FILLMORE COUNTY JOURNAL

SERVICES

M&M CustoM Baling

$10/bale plus fuel

Marv Flatness 507.216.2017

WANTED WANTED: CARS, trucks, buses, and semi trailers, running or not. Serving SE MN and northern IA. Luke Junge, Preston, MN. Call 507-259-4556. w30tfn-o

Page 31

507.886.7469 (SHOW)

you See he at t es vi Mo

JEM THEATRE

Cal lt Ver o ify Mov ie

Tickets ~ $5 Adult • $4 Kids & Seniors

Hobbs and sHaw FRIDAY, AUGUST 23.......................7:30PM SATURDAY, AUGUST 24... 4:00PM & 7:30PM SUNDAY, AUGUST 25...... 4:00PM & 7:30PM B RING YOUR OWN B UCKET FOR POPCORN EVERYDAY & SAVE! 507-886-7469

THANK YOU The family of Roger Dyreson Would like to express our deepest and sincerest thank you for all the calls, texts, cards, food, memorials, hugs, and just plain out acts of kindness during this difficult time. A special thank you for Pastor Mark Woodward, the color guard, and the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery for the beautiful service. Dad would have been proud of all who honored him. t12,19-0 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Thank you for all the cards, calls and visits furing my hospital stay and since I have returned home. God bless you all.

Dick Hellickson t19-x

GARAGE SALES VINTAGE & JUNK SALE! August 23 & 24, 8am-5pm. Kitchen cupboard & misc. furniture, pictures, garden stuff, beer signs, vintage kitchen items, old doors & windows, juke box. Barn & garage full! Watch for signs. 320 Ave. A NE, Chatfield. g19-x

Full-Time Head Cook Part -Time Assistant Cook for noon meal service in Rushford. Head Cook is 34 hrs. per week 4 days/ week. Excellent benefits including health insurance, sick, vacation, 11 prorated holidays, 401 K and others. Salary Negotiable. Assistant Cook is 28.5 hrs. per week, 4 days per week, Excellent Benefits including sick, vacation, prorated holiday, 401 K and others. Salary Negotiable.

For more information and application, visit Semcac’s website at www.semcac.com or contact Semcac Senior Nutrition, PO Box 549, Rushford, MN 55971, and (507) 864-8231. Applications must be postmarked by September 6, 2019.

EOE

HELP WANTED

CHS has multiple openings for Seasonal Operations/Scale CHS has multiple openings for Seasonal Laborers/Drivers at all our operators for fall harvest in Kasson, Claremont, Grand CHS locations including Byron, Claremont, Grand Meadow, Meadow, Ostrander & Wykoff. All shifts available.

Ostrander, St. Charles, Wykoff, & Chester, IA. Potential employees Please apply online at: www.chsrochester.com/about-us/careers must be familiar with farm equipment, mechanically inclined and possess or have the ability to obtain a Class A or B CDL or a seasonal CDL. Please apply online at www.chsrochester.com/aboutIf you have any questions contact us/careers.

Thrisha (Kasson) at 507-634-7545 x424 ChrisIf you have any questions contact (Claremont) at 507-528-2175 Troy (Ostrander & Grand Meadow) at 507-657-2234 Chris (Byron & Claremont) 507-775-2900 Mark (Wykoff) at 507-429-6577 Mike (Grand Meadow) 507-754-5125 EOE Mark (St. Charles) 507-932-4830

***Seasonal Positions*** ***Full Time Production***

Great Place to Work! CMG is Hiring for 1st & 2nd shift production positions. $14 per hour!

Overtime when available.

1st shift 6am to 2pm and 2nd shift 2:30 to 10:30pm If you are looking for a company that you can grow with, is a opportunity!!! great opportunity!! this this is a great Drug Testing & Background Screen Required APPLY IN PERSON AT CMG 3707 Commercial Dr. SW Rochester, 55902 Or call 507-923-4955 We look forward to meeting you!

Ad must reach our office WITH PAYMENT by 5pm on Tuesday for Monday’s paper

FILLMORE CENTRAL

AUGUST 2019

Falcon News ADULT ENRICHMENT

2019-20 SCHOOL READINESS REGISTRATIONS

Powerful Tools for Caregivers This is a group workshop designed to help caregivers develop self-care tools to better manage the unique challenges facing them.

Workshop participants learn practical skills proven to reduce stress, communicate more effectively, improve self-care, make effective decisions & access community resources for caregivers.

This is a 6-week class beginning August 21st through September 25th on Wednesday evenings from 6:00PM to 7:30PM at Fillmore Central Elementary.

This is a free class & open to the public.

Registration is required. Contact Tina Kerns at 507.251.0520 or email tkerns@ccsomn.org

Contact the Community Ed Office at 507.765.3809 if you need to get your 3-5 year old registered for the 2019-20 School Readiness school year.

Children must be 3

by September 1, 2019.

EARLY CHILDHOOD SCREENING

is coming up August 29th from 2-6 p.m. at Fillmore Central Elementary.

Contact Heather Stockdale to schedule your time or if you need a screening packet set to you at heather.stockdale@isd2198.k12.mn.us

PREK-6 BACK TO SCHOOL CONFERENCES

September 3rd from 8:00AM to 3:00PM & September 4th from 10:00AM to 6:00PM • 30-minute Parent, Teacher, Student Conference • Bus Route Information • Picture Day ***All students are required to get their picture taken for the year book. Picture forms and payments are due at picture time.

• School Supply Fair • Set Up Desk & Locker • Vision & Hearing Screenings

ADULT SOCCER LEAGUE is every Sunday 6-8 p.m. in the Fillmore Central

Soccer field. If weather does not allow for outside soccer, it will be held in the Elementary Gym.

SEPTEMBER 3 (H.S) SEPTEMBER 5 (ELEM.)

AARP 55 ALIVE FALL SESSIONS

AARP Beginner Course is Monday & Tuesday, October 28th & 29th from 5-9 p.m.

AARP Refresher Course is Monday, October 14th from 5-9 p.m.

Classes are held at Fillmore Central Elementary.

Register and make payments ahead of time by calling 507-765-3809 Facility fee $5/person written to ISD#2198 Class Fee $15 (AARP Member) or $20 (non-member)

• Se

SCHOOL IS STARTING & OTHER UPCOMING DATES

August 26th - School Readiness (PreK) Round up 6:30 p.m.

August 27th - School Board Mtg. 6:30 p.m.

August 28th - High School Open House 5-7 p.m.

August 29th - Early Childhood Screening 2-6 p.m.

August 29th & 30th - SAC is Closed September 3rd - High School Classes Begin PreK-6th Conference Day & Picture Day, K-6 Vision/Hearing Screening 8-3 p.m.

September 4th - PreK-6th Conference Day & Picture Day, K-6 Vision/Hearing Screening 10-6 p.m.

September 5th - Elementary Classes Begin September 8th - PreK Classes Begin this Week

Check out our Fillmore Central Facebook Page for more school news! www.facebook.com/isd2198

For upcoming activity schedules go to www.fillmorecentral.k12.mn.us Preston Motor Mart

Highway 52 & 16 in the center of Preston (507) 765-3330

“We Make Banking Easy!”

TM

100 St Anthony St N, Preston, MN 507-765-3823 ATM Available 24/7!

608 Houston st nW Preston, Mn 55965 (507) 765-3846

Quality Amoco Fuels

Hot Foods & Deli Convenience Store Camping Supplies Movie Rentals

Lottery Tickets Pay-At-Pump 24/7 Diesel Fuel LP Exchange

Canton MN Harmony MN 507-743-2204 507-886-6922 Toll Free 1-877-457-5977 Toll Free 1-877-886-6922

www.firstsoutheastbank.com

Member FDIC FDIC