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CAFO moratorium wins Green panel’s backing a 2-year mapping project of area hydro geology to protect water. Green County’s legal counsel will work with County Land Conservation Agent Todd Jenson to describe the number of animals capped in the moratorium, its duration and to name a study committee for developing health and safety protections from CAFOs for Green County.

MONROE — Supervisors on the land and water conservation committee voted 4 to 1 last week to recommend Green County adopt a moratorium on permitting Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations. The vote accompanied the committee’s recommendation that Green County undertake

Residents and property owners of Decatur, Sylvester, York, Clarno and Exeter townships, Monticello and Brodhead municipalities, too, all urged moratorium adoption at the meeting. They numbered more than 30 and also urged: -Bonding in amounts independently derived for CAFOs in the event of environmental catastrophe and bankruptcy;

Conservation panel backs hyrdo-geological tool to protect water By Tony Ends Editor

MONROE — Land and Water Conservation Committee members voted 4 to 1 last week to recommend state hydrogeologist Madeline Gotkowitz map geology affecting Green County’s water. Proposal to work with the state Geological and Natural History Survey over several years to produce a hydrogeological survey now passes before Green County finance committee. Finance committee members meet next on March 1. “This is a model for county conservation staff to use,” Gotkowitz said, in presenting the 11-page project proposal to county supervisors on the committee last week. “Putting this data together into an atlas doesn’t change your water quality or availability of water. “It doesn’t take the place of site specific investigations for a city, or farm, or cheese plant that wants to expand a development, or livestock operation, or processing. It is a tool to be used by county staff.” Seven elements – well data base, depth to bedrock map, water elevation map, bedrock type determination, groundwater recharge rate assessment,

groundwater contaminant susceptibility map, and Karst geology map (of closed depressions where surface water runoff drains MADELINE GOTKOWITZ internally), are all part of this proposed tool for Green County. If undertaken, the maps, digital files and a report describing the hydro-geological setting in Green County and methods used to map its sub-terrain would result. This would be completed and made available electronically in December 2018, with staff beginning work this summer and fall. State maps presently used to advise local staff on some of Wisconsin’s geological features affecting local water supply do exist. Yet on a statewide scale, they reflect no more than a 1 to 1 million reliability, Gotkowitz explained to Green County’s conservation committee. “That allows an accuracy of about 1,700 feet, 2/5 of a mile. The scale at which we’ll be working in this proposal for Green County will be more like

1 to 100,000, which gives an accuracy to about 170 feet,” she said. Total cost for the several years’ work to produce the maps, hold hearings and informational meetings on the reports and atlas, and put the work out to peer review is $131,000. The Geological and Natural History Survey has agreed to let ab0ut $27,000 of Gotkowitz salary be used as project match. That drops the price tag to $104,000. Only Gordon Klossner, whose district comprises mostly Albany Township, voted against recommending the Green County Board of Supervisors undertake the proposal. County Supervisor Betty Grotophorst, who is not on the land and water conservation committee, attended the meeting in support of the study last week. She later noted that with 36,800 people living in Green County, total cost of the study, which can be spread out over 3 years comes to about $3.50 per person. The county can ask its 16 townships, two cities and villages to share the expense, Grotophorst said. It can also seek grant funding to pay for the research, mapping and water protection tool’s development.

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County. I live in Bradford Township (in Rock County), and my cousin who will manage Pinnacle Dairy will live here,” Tuls said. “A 100-cow dairy is not monitored the way we are; we’re watched like a hawk. “We work with about 10 farms over in Rock County, and we’ll do about the same here. We use a local vet; all our Bobcats come out of Janesville. We do stay as local as possible; it’s not economical to pull things from long distances.” Rural residents and farmers from around Green County for their part wondered where CAFO construction would end, how balance in concentration and growth, health and safety can be achieved. One noted that if 15 to 20 CAFOs is what Green County can support, there will be at least 93 football fields of cement, presumably to contain tens of millions of gallons of liquid manure. The county has four CAF0s; Pinnacle would become the fifth, and would be twice the size of Spring Grove Dairy, the county’s largest. Jenson told the land and water conservation committee last Thursday he had met the day previous with DATCP and DNR engineers to work out an agreement with Pinnacle Dairy to install nine water monitoring wells around the proposed site for the CAFO. DNR staff rejected Pinnacle’s waste permit plans and specifications Jan. 22. They identified three areas Pinnacle Dairy facility engineer Ronnie Williams had not addressed in submissions over 2 months. The DNR required the additional well monitoring to verify that the wet site is safe to construct 20 acres of liquid manure containment of 95 million-gallon capacity.

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-Residency requirements for CAFO owners, also requirements CAFOs purchase set percentages from the local economy; -Protections cited in a recent 130-page environmental and health impact report scientists developed for the Town of Sylvester; and -Time to allow the hydrogeological study to be developed and county staff to determine how to use it to protect water from nitrate and other contaminants. Only Gordon Klossner, supervisor for a district representing mostly Albany, opposed the moratorium and the hydro-geological mapping for Green County. “I think we’re getting into a legal morass,” Klossner said. “I think we have all the rules we need.” Randy Bader of Carousel Farms, who is trying to help Pinnacle Dairy of Nebraska site a 5,800-cow dairy on property he owns in Sylvester Township, defended CAFOs. “Wisconsin is the dairy state. We’ve lost a lot of cows in this state. Pinnacle Dairy is more a big outfit for everybody; they’re to feed people,” said Bader, adding that one large monitored dairy livestock operation was better than 100 small unmonitored dairy farms. T.J. Tuls, of the family operating two CAFOs in Nebraska and one in Rock County that wants to add a fourth in eastern Green, also defended Pinnacle Dairy’s proposal and CAFOs. Tuls has attended town and county meetings since his family first started last August soliciting manure spreading commitments in Sylvester and Decatur townships to build Pinnacle. “Management for Pinnacle Dairy will live in Green

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Lead poisoning threat highlighted: Few kids are tested ROCK COUNTY — Recent reports about lead in the drinking water in Flint, Mich., have brought the issue of lead poisoning to the forefront. Parents should be aware of potential lead risks from many different sources, according to Rock County Public Health officials. “Lead-based paint in older homes is the primary cause of lead poisoning in Wisconsin children,” stated Marie-Noel Sandoval, a Rock County Pub-

lic Health Department health officer in a release last week. Rock County identified 135 children in 2014 with elevated blood lead levels. Of those cases the county investigated, most of the children were found to have been exposed to lead dust from deteriorating paint in older homes. Although lead-based paint use was banned in housing in 1978, there are approximately 40,000 pre-1978 homes in Rock County with potential

Robert Redford narrates multi-media slideshow JANESVILLE — “An Amer- Robert Redford narrates the ican Icon: Utah’s Red Rock Canyonlands” will be presented today, Wednesday, Feb. 10, at the First Congregational Church, 54 S. Jackson, Janesville. The program will take place from 6:30 pm until 8:30 pm in the chapel. Clayton Daughenbaugh, conservation organizer with the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance, will speak. The program includes “Wild Utah,” a multi-media slideshow.

journey through red rock splendor. America’s red rock wilderness draws pilgrims from around the world. It is the largest network of undesignated wilderness lands remaining in the lower 48 states. Green-Rock Audubon Society is sponsoring this program. For more information, call Neil Deupree at 608-752-8342, or check out Facebook: GreenRock Audubon Society.

Obituaries

Gerald J. Earleywine

BRODHEAD — Gerald J. Earleywine, 85, of Brodhead, passed away Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016, at Woods Crossing Nursing Home in Brodhead. He was born Dec. 13, 1930, in Albany Township of Green County, the son of Guy B. and Stella E. (Albright) Earleywine. He married Betty Attlesey on Feb. 17, 1951, in Edgerton. Gerald was a dairy farmer in Magnolia Township and worked for several years at the Condon and Town and Country Lumber Co. of Brodhead. He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Brodhead and was an FFA Alumni. He served as a director for the Bank of Brodhead for 25 years. He was a president and delegate of district Pure Milk Association and was an AMPI director and secretary of Union Co-op in Evansville. He was also president and a director of the Brodhead Historical Society for many years. He had also received the Jaycee Distinguished Service Award in 1987. He is survived by his wife Betty; children, Jim (Linda), Bradley, Ill., Steve (Kathy), Brodhead, Gary (Mindy), Charlotte, N.C., Tom (Dee), Cottage Grove; nine grandchildren, Matthew, Mark, Kate, Kevin, David, Troy, Jayson, Lora,

Bryan; 12 great-grandchildren; and a sister-in-law, Jan Earleywine of Brodhead. He was preceded in death by his parents, twin brother Derald, brothers William, Oliver and Elmo, and a sister, Ruth Voy. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 9, at the United Methodist Church in Brodhead, with Pastor Krystal Goodger officiating. Burial was in Greenwood Cemetery, Brodhead. Visitation was held Monday, Feb. 8 at D.L. Newcomer Funeral Home, Brodhead. Memorials may be made to the United Methodist Church in Brodhead or to the Brodhead Historical Society. Online condolences may be made at wwwdlnewcomerfuneralhome. com

Peggy L. Land

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — Peggy L. Land, 64, of Bowling Green, died Sunday, Feb. 7, 2016, in the Hendersonville Hospital, Hendersonville, Tenn. She was born in Monroe, Wis., the daughter of the late Arnold and Gladys Garwell Schupbach. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother-in-law, Kenneth Wilson. Peggy was retired from General Motors after 30 years employment. She was a member of the Red Hatters in Bowling Green, Ky. She is survived by her husband, Buddy Land; a step-son, Bradley Joseph Land, Moores-

lead hazards. sider all potential lead sourcPrevalence of lead paint es, it is imperative to check hazards in older homes has homes for chipping and peela disproportionate effect on ing paint,” Sandoval added. children from low-income and “Frequent exposure to very minority families. small amounts of lead-based Another potential source of paint in older homes can have lead is from older lead-based devastating lifelong effects on water pipes and water fixtures. children.” Homes plumbed prior to 1986 Children most often get lead have the potential for plumb- into their bodies by getting ing to contain lead. lead-contaminated dust or dirt Although water should be on their hands and then putting considered a potential source their hands in their mouth. of lead in all poisoning cases, Children under age 6 are at we are fortunate in Rock Coun- greatest risk for lead poisonty that water hardness often ing. This type of mouthing lines pipes with a protective behavior is a normal part of barrier limiting lead exposure, their development. Despite the according to health officials. threat, only about 20 percent In older homes, risk can be of Wisconsin children under 6 reduced by not consuming are tested for lead poisoning. water from hot water lines, Symptoms of lead poisoning also by running the tap for 2 are not obvious and in most or 3 minutes before drinking. cases unrecognizable. Lead Parents may also inadver- may interfere with a child’s tently introduce lead to a home through occupations or hobbies that involve stained glass windows, furniture refinishing, fishing lures, hunting ammunition or handling lead from car batteries. Certain old or GREEN COUNTY — imported toys can also be a Seniors need help with translead concern. “While it is important to con- portation for many reasons. They may no longer drive. They may need help accessing services. They may want or need socialization. ville, Ind.; step-daughter, AngeIn rural Green County, la Anderson (Steve), India- seniors who don’t drive may napolis; four brothers, Gary find themselves isolated and Schupbach (Pauline), Ronald disconnected from communiSchupbach (Delores), Jerry ties where they have lived and Schupbach (Kim), and Randy worked for many years. Some Schupbach (Wendy), all of seniors even say, “If you limit Brodhead; one sister, Bonita your driving, you limit your Wilson, Milton, Wis.; several life.” nieces and a nephew. Aging and Disability Visitation will be today, Resource Center’s volunWednesday, Feb. 10, from 1 to teer Driver Escort program 5 p.m. at J. C. Kirby and Son reduces limitations by makLovers Lane Chapel in Bowl- ing transportation available ing Green. A memorial service to destinations in other cities, will be held at a later date in counties, and even states. Brodhead. In 2015, volunteer drivOnline condolences may be ers all across Green County sent to www.jckirbyandson. worked 1,073 hours and drove com 23,092 miles to help seniors.

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UW-Extension hosts soil health and fertility seminar

MONROE — Farmers and agronomists in southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois can learn about the newest researchbased information on no-till cropping systems, management practices for improving nitrogen fertilizer efficiency and efficacy of nitrogen inhibitors on corn and wheat. A University of WisconsinExtension Crops and Soils Seminar will cover these topics next Thursday, Feb. 18. The seminar will run from 1 to 3:30 p.m. in the lower level Megan Pollansky photo multi-purpose rooms at Green Juda math instructor Scott Anderson poses with trophies County UW-Extension office, 2841 6th St. in Monroe. from Math Meets’ past. The program features UWExtension specialists in soil science and fertility. Francisco Arriaga, UW Soils Management Specialist, will By Megan Pollansky present “No Till Farming and day of math. Correspondent Anderson expects a total of JUDA — Six Rivers East 8th 50 Juda students, all from high annual Math Meet will take place school, to be in the math meet at Juda School next Wednesday, this year. That is a higher num- Cougars beat Brodhead CLINTON — Cougar boys’ Feb. 17. School districts par- ber than last year because of the ticipating in the meet with Juda large incoming freshman class basketball team beat Brodhead in a tight matchup 72-64 in a are Argyle, Albany, Barneveld, in 2015-16. For the competition, the disRock Valley South Conference Monticello and Pecatonica. tricts are split into groups of showdown last Friday. Juda has won first place in the Clinton built a 38-30 lead at Math Meet seven times in a row three or more students from their own district. halftime and held off the pesky and second place just last year. Competing students are with Cardinals in the second half. Scott Anderson Juda High students from their own school. Sophomore Brekan Day School math teacher will help They are given two written led the Cardinals’ offensive arrange the meet. Math teachcharge with24 points includers from other districts will help quizzes. They are allowed to work on ing 10-for-11 from the chargrade participating students’ one quiz together as a team and ity stripe. Sophomore Justice work and classify winners. “I’m always excited about the the other quiz is supposed to be Tway added 15 points including two three-pointers. Sophomeet because it’s just a great day taken separately. Quizzes are timed. The type more Parker Johnson chipped of math, and we always have some fun,” Anderson said. “It’s of math students will tackle var- in 14 points including two three-pointers. just really a nice environment to ies by age group. Freshmen and sophomores Benton takes Juda be around, it’s a chance for all BENTON — Juda boys’ basof the students to really improve work with algebra, geometry ketball (5-12 overall, 1-7 Six and problem solving. their set of math skills.” Juniors and seniors work with Rivers) dropped the Six Rivers The meet is a great way for all of the students in the district algebra, geometry and pre-Cal- Challenge to Benton 60-37 last Friday. to come together for a fun-filled culus.

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PANCAKE SUPPER Juda Booster club is holding an all-you-can-eat pancake supper tomorrow, Thursday, Feb. 11. It starts at 4:30 p.m. and ends at 7 p.m. The cost of the meal is $6 for adults and $3 for children 10 and under. There will also be a boys’ basketball game that night against Barneveld. Come eat a great supper and watch the Panthers take on Barneveld! JFAB We need baked goods for solo/ensemble. We’re asking each band/choir family to bake one pan of baked goods. Please do not cut or plate your goodies. We will be cutting and individually wrapping the items. Any questions, contact Wendy Roth at the school. BOYS BASKETBALL The Panthers battled hard against Blackhawk on Jan. 28 but lost 38-47. Peter Bouc led the Panthers with 10 points, and Skyler Stuckey added nine points. The game against Durand was cancelled and will now be played Feb. 8. The boys played at Benton High School against the Zephyrs on Feb. 5. GIRLS BASKETBALL On Thursday, Feb. 4, both

Soil Health Management.” Arriaga will discuss benefits of no-till cropping systems and management practices for dealing with related nutrient stratification issues. He’ll also cover importance of soil organic matter and management practices that improve soil health. Carrie Laboski, UW-Extension Soil and Fertility and Nutrient Management Specialist, will be the other featured speaker on the program. Laboski will discuss “Tips for Nitrogen Fertilizer Efficiency and Understanding When to use Nitrogen Inhibitors.” With low grain prices, growers are looking for areas to reduce costs and/or increase efficacy of inputs. Nitrogen fertilizer is a major cost in many corn and wheat budgets. Using the correct amount, tim-

ing of the application and keeping the nitrogen available for plant use will be reviewed in this presentation. Laboski will address the proper use and efficacy of nitrogen inhibitors in cropping systems. Both speakers will also address use of gypsum (drywall products) to improve soil health and fertility. This program is free of charge. It is open to farmers and agronomists in southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois. Agronomists can earn 2.5 hours of continuing education credits by attending the seminar. To register or to receive more information about the seminar, call UW-Extension Green County at 608-328-9440, or email mark.mayer@ces.uwex.edu Registration for the meeting is due by Monday, Feb. 15.

Area Roundup Benton raced out to a 30-12 halftime lead and never looked back. Sophomore Keagen Haffele led the Panthers with nine points including two three-pointers. Junior Skyler Stuckey added eight points. Sophomore Cole Fortney and senior Peter Bouc each chipped in seven points. Juda girls beat Argyle JUDA — The Juda (8-7 overall, 5-3 Six Rivers) girls basketball team utilized a strong first half to beat Argyle 47-32 in a Six Rivers eastern division contest last Thursday. The Panthers jumped out to a 26-17 halftime lead and never looked back. Junior Chelsea Burkhalter led the Panther offensive charge with 17 points including 13 in the second half. Burkhalter also buried four three-pointers in

the game. Junior Riley Adkins added nine points including three 3’s. Sophomore Mackenzie Byrne contributed eight points and junior Alexis Goecks chipped in six points for Juda. Panther girls defeat Cassville JUDA — Panther girls (9-7 overall, 5-3 Six Rivers) played an all-around solid game in a 63-48 victory over Cassville in a non-conference game last Friday in a makeup contest. Juda took a 33-25 lead at intermission. Junior Alexis Goecks led the Panthers’ offensive surge, scoring 18 out of her game-high 21 points in the opening half. Junior Chelsea Burkhalter added 15 points including three three-pointers. Juda senior Jessica Crull chipped in nine points for the Panthers.

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girls JV and varsity played Argyle at home. Also, on Saturday, Feb. 6, the girls’ varsity took on Cassville in Juda. The girls played against Black Hawk Tuesday, Feb. 9. CHOIR Bring in the final payments for the New York City Trip! Students are preparing pieces for Solo & Ensemble on Feb. 20. Both High School Choir and Band are also preparing for the NYC trip by practicing patriotic music to be performed in New York. Congratulations to Trent Anderson and Robbie Olmedo for attending State Honors Band. SPANISH CLUB Congratulations to Peter and Lydia Bouc for winning the Talent Show this year! Thank you to the Math Team and all of those who came and supported our participants! A reminder for all Spanish Club members that Papa Murphy’s cards are due to Mrs. Williams. ELEMENTARY The elementary students are raising money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. The first dress-up day was on Friday, Feb. 5. This was “Horrible Hair Day.” Students brought in 50 cents to be able to participate. This Friday for 50 cents students can bring in their favorite

stuffed animal. STUDENT COUNCIL The high school student council held a meeting Friday, Feb. 5, to discuss the Spring Honor Roll Trip. They hope to have the final details relating to the trip in the near future. Also discussed in the meeting was the Student Council Conference that will be held in Black Hawk on Wednesday, March 16. The 2015-2016 officers will attend along with the new 2016-2017 officers. There will be another blood drive in March held by the student council—more details to come. MATH TEAM The math meet is Wednesday, Feb. 17. Math team members only have one more practice before the meet. More volunteers are needed. If you are interested in volunteering, e-mail Mr. Anderson at sa@ judaschool.com. MATH Algebra I class has started their loan projects. They are learning about compound interest and how that will affect the final cost of buying something with a loan or payment plan. Even with a loan or payment plan costing less at a time, it ends up costing more overall. CAT’S PAJAMAS The Cat’s Pajamas will be

performing at the Juda School again on Thursday, March 10, at 7 p.m.! Tickets are $6 for students and $12 for adults; however, tickets purchased at the time of the performance will be $8 for students and $15 for adults. Tickets are available in the office. Partial proceeds will benefit the high school choral department. ART High school art students are working on their furniture projects that will be up for auction March 4. The Odyssey of the Mind students continue practicing on problems for this competition. Sixth-graders are making Roman shields using copper tooling. Fifth-graders had a Super Fun Art Day on Wednesday where they used air dry clay. Fourth-graders are making tessellations using cutout squares. Third grade is making watercolor seascape paintings. Second-graders are creating Matisse hearts for Valentine’s Day. First-graders had a Super Fun Art Day on Thursday, and the kindergarteners also had a Super Fun Art Day on Wednesday. FFA Congratulations to everyone who participated in District Speaking Contests! Jacob Mahlkuch and Nicole Kamholz

participated in Creed Speaking, with Jacob placing 1st. Rachel McCullough and Kelsey Cramer participated in Prepared Public Speaking, and Cierra Stading and Danielle Dieckhoff participated in Job Interview. Clayton Mahlkuch and Kelsey Cramer participated in Discussion Meet, with Kelsey placing 1st, and Jocelyn Rufer, Anna Smith, and Emily Makos participated in Quiz Bowl, with the team placing 1st. Juda will be hosting the Sectional Speaking Contest on Wednesday, March 16. LUNCH For breakfast on Thursday, Feb. 11, there will be cinniminnis; lunch will be Juda special, cinnamon rolls, green beans, and applesauce. For breakfast on Friday, Feb. 12, there would be long johns; lunch will be walking tacos, corn, and pears. For breakfast on Monday, Feb. 15, there will be frudels; lunch will be mini corn dogs, potato wedges, and mixed fruit. For breakfast on Tuesday, Feb. 16, there will be breakfast bars; lunch will be ravioli, juice, grilled cheese, and veggies and dip. For breakfast on Wednesday, Feb.17, there will be breakfast scramblers; lunch will be chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, and mandarin oranges.

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Landlord-tenant housing topics discussed MONROE — Anyone interested is invited to attend a free breakfast session on “LandlordTenant Housing Issues: Questions & Answers” tomorrow, Thursday Feb. 11. The event will be held at Monroe Super 8 meeting room from 7:30 to 9 a.m. A panel leading the discussion includes Nancy Jensen from the Apartment Association of South Central Wisconsin; Ryan Lindsey, City of Monroe Building Inspector; and RoAnn Warden, Green County Health Department Director. Sarah Nienhaus Photo Landlords, attorneys, and Albany students in Sarah Nienhaus’ English classes selected to recite their individual poetry in the school contest were, front row from left, Ainsley Krueger, Brittany Janes, Kylee Blumer, realtors can ask questions of the Allison Gilkes and Emma Guenther; back row, Samie Boeck, Piper Bailey and Hunter Brewer. trio. Information will be shared

about common code and safety issues and how to address them. Examples include termites, lead, bed bugs, and many other problems confronting landlords. Sponsors will also provide resources to take away from the sessions. A free hot breakfast will be served. The Apartment Association of South Central Wisconsin and Green County Council on Housing and Homelessness Prevention are sponsoring the event. For more details, contact Bridget Mouchon-Humphrey at Green County UW-Extension, 608 328-9440 or bridget. mouchon@ces.uwex.edu

Of those who competed in front of the judges, three were selected to represent Albany in the regional Poetry Out Loud contest in Deforest tomorrow, Thursday, Feb. 11. The three advancing to the regional contest are Emma Guenther, Radhika Flannery and Ainsley Krueger.

Poetry Out Loud comes to Albany ALBANY — English students in 9th through 12th grade were given the opportunity to participate in this year’s Poetry Out Loud competition. Wisconsin’s Regional Poetry Out Loud Competition takes place annually in February. Three students from each school across the state are allowed to compete in this statewide event. High school students are given the task of performing a poem of their choosing in

front of their classmates. Students begin by reading various poems found on the Poetry Out Loud official website. Then they pick their favorite poem. Students spend the next week-and-a-half practicing, reciting and understanding the meanings of their poems during class. Poems are performed in front of classmates, and the top students are invited to move onto the second round of judging. At Albany High School, any student who wanted to recite his or her poem in the sec-

ond round of eliminations was allowed to participate, regardless of receiving an invitation. Students were judged based on how well they remembered their poem, their ability to induce emotion, use of physical movements and stance. The three Albany students with the top scores were invited to attend the Regional Poetry Out Loud Competition. Emma Guenther, Radhika Flannery and Ainsley Krueger were the three Albany students chosen to attend this year’s Regional Poetry Out Loud Competition.

Relay for Life kickoff planned this Saturday MONROE — American Cancer Society Relay for Life staff in Green County will hold a free kickoff brunch this Saturday, Feb. 13. The program will take place in the Monroe Clinic Café Conference Rooms starting at 9 a.m. A formal presentation will begin at 9:30 a.m. Everyone is invited to the kickoff to learn how to help the American Cancer Society save more lives from cancer. The program will share how the community has benefited from funds raised. It will review 2016 Relay for Life event plans. Guests can register a team for the relay, which will be held on June 18, at the Brodhead High School track.

Relay for Life unites communities across the globe. It celebrates people who have battled cancer, people who remember loved ones lost, and people who take action to combat cancer with funding for research and prevention. Relay for Life events are community gatherings in which teams and individuals camp out at a school, park, or fairground and take turns walking or running a track or path. Teams participate in fundraising in months leading up to the event. Visit www.relayforlife.org/ Greencountywi or www.face book.com/ RFLofGreenCountyWI to learn more about the event. Or contact Jo Ann at 608-728-2980 or Darlene at 608-662-7542.

Thursday, Feb. 11 *High school boys basketball at Pecatonica, 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12 *Parent Teachers Organization Valentine’s Day Dance, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13 *No events planned. Sunday, Feb. 14 *High school softball open gym at Juda, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 15 *High school girls basketball at Evansville. 5:40 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16 *Middle school wrestling at Beloit Turner tri-meet, 4 to 6 p.m. *High school boys’ basketball home vs. Belleville, 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 17 *Adult open gym in the high school gym from 7 to 9 p.m. *Denotes an Albany school program; for more information, call 608-862-3225. -Denotes an Albany community center event. For more information, visit them at Albany Community Center page on Facebook, or call 608-862-2488.

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Pastor’s Corner Keeping the peace in everyday relationships From time to time, all of us carry a difficult relationship in the heart. Maybe there’s a difficult person in the family or community. Maybe there’s a grudge or a regret. Sometimes we can even let resentment build toward those with whom we’re closest. In a world where human beings often hurt one another, it’s easy to harden our hearts. If you’re like me, you yearn for peace and healing in all human relationships. Last week, I dwelled on how we seek peace in the midst of a stressful life. This week, I invite you to reflect on how we find and share peace in our everyday relationships with family, friends, co-workers, and neighbors. I won’t pretend to be an expert on this. I need grace

and forgiveness like everyone. Yet I invite you to reflect on teachings of the Prince of Peace and the ancient Christian practice of passing the peace in worship. In the Sermon on the Mount, there is a moment when Jesus challenges us to make peace in our relationships before making any kind of gift to God. “So if you are about to place your gift on the altar and remember that someone is angry with you, leave your gift there in front of the altar. Make peace with that person, then come back and offer your gift to God,” Jesus says (Matthew 5:23-24 CEV). In the teachings of Jesus, there is often this connection between having a right relationship with God and having a right relationship with other people. When Jesus was asked about the greatest commandment, he said, “Love the

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Lord your God.” But then he added, “And the second is like it: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself’’ (Matthew 22:39). In this example from the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus

seems to say that to worship God properly we need to be making peace with each other. In other words, our relationship with God is inextricably linked to our relationship with each other. Imagine if every Christian worship service took this teaching of Jesus to heart. We would have to wait until every person had made peace in all relationships before we could finish the service! Perhaps the world would be a better place. I’m not convinced, though, that any of us would be able to approach the altar of God if this was our standard. Thankfully, we all get to approach the altar of God out of God’s grace and love for us and not out of our own merit or effort. Even if we don’t do it perfectly, the practice of sharing the peace during worship at least attempts to obey Christ’s teaching in the Sermon on the

Mount. Passing the peace typically takes place before we collect the offering and before we gather at the Lord’s Table for Holy Communion. In forgiveness of sins and the preaching of the gospel, we are promised peace with God. In the sharing of the peace, we practice making peace with each other before offering our gifts and approaching the altar. If you ever find yourself angry with a member of your church family, the passing of the peace is your chance to go offer a gesture of friendship and reconciliation. Perhaps this week we can pray for peace among our friends, family, co-workers, and neighbors. I picture the peace of Christ as a seed planted in our hearts that sprouts and blooms in our relationships with each other. May the peace of Christ be with you always.

TAX TIME 2016 In filing taxes, keep in mind IRS rules on charitable contributions The Internal Revenue Service reminds individuals and businesses who made year-end gifts to charity that several important tax law provisions have taken effect in recent years. According to Christopher Miller, IRS media relations for Wisconsin, Iowa and Nebraska, some of the changes taxpayers should keep in mind include: Rules for Charitable Contributions of Clothing and Household Items: Household items include furniture, furnishings, electronics, appliances and linens. Clothing and household items donated to charity generally must be in good used condition or better to be taxdeductible. A clothing or household item for which a taxpayer claims a deduction of over $500 does not have to meet this standard if the taxpayer includes a qualified appraisal of the item with the return.

Donors must get a written acknowledgement from the charity for all gifts worth $250 or more. It must include, among other things, a description of the items contributed. Guidelines for Monetary Donations: A taxpayer must have a bank record or a written statement from the charity in order to deduct any donation of money, regardless of amount. The record must show the name of the charity and the date and amount of the contribution. Bank records include canceled checks, and bank, credit union and credit card statements. Bank or credit union statements should show the name of the charity, the date, and the amount paid. Credit card statements should show the name of the charity, the date, and the transaction posting date. Donations of money include those made in cash or by check,

electronic funds transfer, credit card and payroll deduction. For payroll deductions, the taxpayer should retain a pay stub, a Form W-2 wage statement or other document furnished by the employer showing the total amount withheld for charity, along with the pledge card showing the name of the charity. These requirements for the deduction of monetary donations do not change the longstanding requirement that a taxpayer obtain an acknowledgment from a charity for each deductible donation (either money or property) of $250 or more. However, one statement containing all of the required information may meet both requirements. Reminders: The IRS offers the following additional reminders to help taxpayers evaluate gifts they made over the holidays and at year’s end:

• Qualified charities. Check that the charity is eligible. Only donations to eligible organizations are tax-deductible. Select Check, a searchable online tool available on IRS.gov, lists most organizations that are eligible to receive deductible contributions. In addition, churches, synagogues, temples, mosques and government agencies are eligible to receive deductible donations. That is true even if they are not listed in the tool’s database. • Year-end gifts. Contributions are deductible in the year made. Thus, donations charged to a credit card before the end of 2015 count for 2015, even if the credit card bill isn’t paid until 2016. Also, checks count for 2015 as long as they are mailed in 2015. • Itemize deductions. For individuals, only taxpayers who itemize their deductions

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Parker grapplers take 6th in tournament By Derek Hoesly Correspondent

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FFA members and advisors from around the district gather in Parkview Junior-Senior High commons before the start of the speaking contest Feb. 1.

Two from Parkview FFA advance to sectional contest ORFORDVILLE — Parkview Schools Future Farmers of America chapter hosted the District 13 FFA Speaking contest Feb. 1. Parkview FFA members moving on to the sectional competition in March are Colleen Toberman in the Job Interview contest and Holly Hunt in the Creed Speaking contest. Held at Parkview Junior/ Senior High School, FFA members from Albany, Belleville, Brodhead, Evansville, Juda, Monroe, Monticello,

New Glarus and Parkview took part. The contest drew approximately 120 total students. Events in the contest were: Job Interview, Creed Speaking, Prepared Speech, Discussion Meet, Extemporaneous Speaking, Parliamentary Procedure, and Quiz Bowl. The event started with FFA members registering and gathering in the commons. Parkview FFA advisor/ agriculture education teacher Tjark Sattler, state FFA offi-

cer Jason Roth and Parkview Superintendent of Schools Steve Lutzke each welcomed the gathering. Competitors were dismissed to the various competition areas or awaited their event in the commons. Parkview FFA Alumni provided snacks and bottled water throughout the afternoon and evening. They also provided barbecue, brats and chips later in the evening – all free of charge to the contestants.

Parkview enrollment on the rise ORFORDVILLE — Parkview School District has seen the number of students attending the district increase since the start of the 20152016 academic year. Every school district in Wisconsin must conduct a pupil count in September and January. From the pupil count completed in September to the most recent count, Parkview enrollment increased 12 students. The total number of students attending Parkview is now 782. New families that have come to Parkview have

mentioned that the new facilities and academic awards the district has received were major factors in their decision to enroll their children in Parkview. In addition to enrollment increasing, the district saw improvement in open enrollment numbers. While the number of students coming to the district through open enrollment decreased by three, the number of students leaving the district decreased by 11 since September. Each student reflects a loss or gain of $6,639 in state fund-

ing for the district in 20152016. Parkview experienced a similar net gain of seven students from open enrollment last school year. Improvement in enrollment and open enrollment at Parkview will have a positive impact on the financial outlook in the district, according to school staff. The District hopes to build on these gains as more and more families realize how attending Parkview can benefit their children and the community as a whole, district staff stated in a release to the press.

EDGERTON — Parkview wrestling team captured sixth with 203.5 points at the Rock Valley conference tournament last Saturday. Parkview’s Jackson Hauri won the individual 106pound weight class title. Hauri went a perfect 4-0 to win the individual title. Hauri beat East Troy’s Joe Moede by technical fall, 20-4, in the championship match. Parkview’s Conner Nolan went 2-3 and placed eighth in the 120-pound weight class. In the quarterfinal match, Palmyra-Eagle’s Ricky Smith beat Nolan by decision, 6-2. In the 132-pound weight class, Vikings’ Samuel Gorton went 2-3 and placed eighth in the tough division. Vikings’ Colton Peterson went 2-3 and placed 6th in the 138-pound weight class. In the quarterfinal match, Peterson secured a pin against Whitewater’s Jimmy Cushman 1:01 into the third period. Parkview’s Aaron Hatlevig had a strong showing, going 3-1 and placing second in the 145-pound weight class. In the championship showdown, Evansville-

Albany’s Jordan Meyer pinned Hatlevig 36 seconds into the second period. In the semifinal match, Hatlevig dominated the match, picking up a major decision, 15-7, over Brodhead-Juda’s Tom Grabowski. In the 152-pound weight class, Vikings’ Byron Brown went an impressive 4-1 and placed third. In the third place match, Brown pinned Brodhead-Juda’s Nick Hack 32 seconds into the second period. Parkview’s Gavon Brown went 3-2 and placed fifth in the 160-pound weight class. In the fifth-place clash, Brown earned a pin against Palmyra-Eagle’s Connor Sullivan 33 seconds into the second period. Vikings’ Patrick Engen continued his outstanding season, capturing the individual title in the 170-pound weight class posting a perfect 4-0 mark. In the championship showdown, Engen pinned Beloit Turner’s Josh Christensen 49 seconds into the final period. In the 220-pound weight class, Parkview’s Nicholas Shepherd went 3-2 and placed fifth in the loaded division. In the fifth place match, Shepherd pinned Evansville-Albany’s Clay Spooner at the 1:01 mark in the second period.

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Obituaries

Gordon Keith Helland

BRODHEAD — Gordon Keith Helland of Brodhead, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016, at the home of his daughter Barbara Mertens. He was born on Dec. 22, 1920, in Durand, Ill., the son of Leonard and Helen Leona (Gingrich) Helland. He married Gladys Charlene Foss on Jan. 21, 1944, at his parents’ home in Juda. He graduated from Juda High School in 1940. He and his wife farmed in the Durand, Juda and Brodhead areas, retiring in 1972, when they moved to Brodhead. He was a welder at Fairbanks Colt Ind., Beloit, for 22 years, retiring in 1982. He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Brodhead, Sugar River Pheasant Club and Pheasants Forever. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. He enjoyed his ice fishing buddies till he could no longer walk out on the ice. He enjoyed many camping and fishing trips, riding horses and packing into the moun-

friends. Her favorite job was David “Dave” Stilp babysitting for several chilJANESVILLE — David dren. “Dave” Stilp, 68, passed She was very proud of her away on four grandsons. In later years, Sunday, Dec. she and her husband enjoyed 13, 2015, at camping in their RV trailer. Agrace CenShe is survived by her ter for Hosthree children, Steven (Julie) pice & PalSchmitt, Juda, Jeffrey (Tracy) Ruby Kay Schmitt liative Care in Janesville MONROE — Ruby Kay Schmitt, Ponder, Texas, Lauafter a 2-year Schmitt, age 78, of Footville, rie (Troy) Hillin, Reno, Nev.; formerly of four grandchildren, Jeffrey battle with Glioblastoma. He was born on October 22, Monroe and Hillin, Ryan, Matthew and B r o d h e a d , Brandon Schmitt; and sister, 1947, in Watertown, the son passed away Ginger (Ed) Waddell, Janes- of David and Yvonne (Denney) Stilp. on Tuesday, ville. She was preceded in death He married Georgia-Ann Feb. 2, 2016, at St. Eliza- by her husband and her par- M. Smolinski on Dec. 21, 1974, in Our Saviors Lutherbeth Manor, ents. Memorial services will be an Church in Oconomowoc. Footville. He served in the Air Force She was held today, 11 a.m., Wednesborn on March 21, 1937, day, Feb.10, at the United band from 1970 to 1974, as in Janesville, the daughter Methodist Church in Monroe, part of the marching, Dixieof Ivan and Fern (Condon) with Rev. Randy Booth offi- land, and jazz bands. ciating. He graduated from UWSchmid. Burial will be in Green- Whitewater with a bachelor’s She married Jerry Schmitt on May 4, 1958. He passed wood Cemetery, Brodhead. degree in music, followed by Visitation was held Tuesday, two master’s degrees in music away on May 17, 2015. She grew up in Orfordville, Feb.9, at the D.L. Newcomer from University of Illinois and UW-Whitewater. graduated from Orfordville Funeral Home in Brodhead. Memorials can be made to He taught elementary and High School in 1955 and also Alzheimer’s and Dementia high school music for 37 attended UW-Whitewater. She was a member of the Alliance of Wisconsin. Online years in the Parkview School United Methodist Church in condolences may be made District, retiring in 2012. In Monroe and taught Sunday at www.dlnewcomerfuneral- his spare time, he enjoyed geo-caching and logged more school. She was a home- home.com A special thank you to than 3,100 caches. He also maker, and along with her husband raised three children. Heartland Hospice and St. wrote songs for his elemenShe worked several jobs over Elizabeth Manor. See OBITS, Page 11 the years and made many D.L. Newcomer Funeral Home in Brodhead assisted the family. Online condolences may be made at www. dlnewcomerfuneralhome.com A special thank you was made to Peggy Helland and Sherry Kuebli for their support during this time.

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Public school open enrollment application ends April 29 MADISON — Wisconsin’s public school open enrollment application period, which allows parents to send their children to any public school district in the state, runs from Feb. 1 to April 29 for the 2016-17 school year. Traditionally, children in Wisconsin are assigned to public school districts based on location of their parents’ home. Open enrollment is a tuition-free opportunity for parents to apply for their children to attend a public school in a school district other than the one in which they live. Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction administers open enrollment, which began in the 1998-99 school year with 2,464 students transferring from their home district to a nonresident district. The program has grown, with

53,188 students transferring during the 2014-15 school year. Under public school open enrollment, parents may apply during the 3-month application period to the school district they wish their children to attend using the online application website. Application deadlines are firm. Early and late applications are not accepted. Districts will notify parents by June 10 whether their open enrollment applications have been approved or denied. Although an alternate application procedure allows parents to apply for open enrollment outside of the 3-month application period, there are more restrictions associated with the alternate procedure. Transportation to and from a nonresident school, in most cir-

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Continued from page 10 tary band and wrote 2,000 recorder songs. He is survived by his wife Georgia; two sons, Steven (Kristin) of Madison, and Michael (Melody) of Atlanta; two grandchildren, Freya and Gavin; his mother Yvonne Stilp of Oconomowoc; and sister Nikki (Bob) Knudsen, Whitewater. He was preceded in death by his father, David.

cumstances, is the responsibility of the parent. However, some school districts may provide partial transportation. Parents who have questions should call the nonresident school district office to find out if any transportation is provided. Reimbursement of a portion of transportation costs is available for families whose children are eligible for free or reduced-price school meals based on federal income guidelines. This is the first year provisions

are in place to improve access to open enrollment for students with disabilities. Those changes include a new transfer amount of $12,000 for students with disabilities. The regular education student transfer amount is calculated on a formula based on the prior year’s amount. For the 2015-16 school year, the transfer amount was $6,639 per student. Along with the higher transfer payment for special education students, resident districts can no longer

deny a student’s open enrollment application for cost reasons. To assist parents in submitting open enrollment applications, a directory of public school districts is available at http://dpi. wi.gov/directories. For additional information, visit http:// dpi.wi.gov/open-enrollment. More information also is available from local school districts or from an open enrollment consultant at DPI, (888) 245-2732 (toll-free), or openenrollment@ dpi.wi.gov

Art classes set in Monroe MONROE — A new series of art classes designed for all ages begins this month. All classes take place at Monroe Arts Center, 1315 11th St. in Monroe. “Water Media Painting” taught by artist Deborah Meyer, is a six-week series for all levels of artists ages 18 and over. Beginning Tuesday, Feb. 16, this series includes live demonstrations, hands-on instruction, along with discussion and instruction on color mixing, techniques, brush handling, composition, and glazing. The fee is $120 and registrations are due today Feb. 10. A first meeting of the Art Critique Group is Tuesday, Feb. 23, 1 to 3 p.m. Guest facilitators will lead the group, showing samples of their artwork, demonstrating technique, and leading a positive

group critique, with discussion. This is a free meeting open to all levels of artists. Art Critique Group meets the fourth Tuesday of every month. Designed to enhance creativity and expression with multiple art techniques, “Below Sea Level” is a youth art class for students, grades 3 through 5. Scheduled for March 2, 9, and 16 from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. and taught by Tracy Signer, this class will encourage young minds to explore what’s on the ocean floor with mixed media, including acrylics, watercolors, and pastels. Color theory, value, texture, and wax resist are among the techniques included in the class lessons. The fee is $25 for MAC members and $30 for non-members, with all supplies included.

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STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT GREEN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT F. KEEN Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 16-PR-07 PlEASE TAkE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth 12/01/1922 and date of death 12/09/2015 was domiciled in Green County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 401 6th Street, Brodhead, WI 53520. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is 04-29-2016. 5. A claim may be filed at the Green County Justice Center, 2841 - 6th Street, Monroe, Wisconsin. GLORIA A. BAERTSCHI Probate Registrar 01-20-2016 Jamie E. Olson Consigny Law Firm, S.C. 303 East Court Street Janesville, WI 53545 608-755-5050 Bar Number 1066188 The Independent Register 2/3, 2/10, 2/17/2016 WNAXLP 232792 NOTICE TOWN OF SPRING GROVE 2016 SPRING PRIMARY Notice is hereby given that the 2016 Spring Primary Election in the Town of Spring Grove will be held at the Town Hall, N2475 County Hwy GG, Brodhead, WI on Tuesday, February 16, 2016. Polls will be open at 7:00 A.M. until to 8:00 P.M. Deb Cline, Clerk The Independent Register 2/3, 2/10/2016 WNAXLP 233205 LEGAL NOTICE: There will be a public hearing before the Green County Board of Adjustment to consider an application for a conditional use permit from Gerald Stocks & Antonina Nahimiak, landowner; Barbara Hinckley, applicant: for the operation of a special need consulting service. The land is zoned agricultural, and is located at N9440 Hawk Ridge

Road, Section 6, T4N-R8E, Town of Exeter. The public hearing will be held in the County Board Room at the Green County Courthouse, 1016 16th Avenue, Monroe, Wisconsin on Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. All those who are concerned or affected by such action are urged to attend. GREEN COUNTY ZONING ADMINISTRATION ADAM M. WIEGEL Adam M. Wiegel Zoning Administrator The Independent Register 2/3, 2/10/2016 WNAXLP 233104 NOTICE TOWN OF MAGNOlIA BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT HEARING TO BE HElD AT THE MAGNOlIA TOWN HAll 14729 W. COUNTY ROAD A, EVANSVIllE, WI 53536 THURSDAY FEBRUARY 18, 2016 7:00 P.M. Agenda: 1. Consider a request by Michael Mikkelson for a variance to Zoning Code section 4.11 (B) and (C) to allow the present home to be replaced with a new residence on a Special Purpose Zoned parcel at 16146 W. Townsend Road, Evansville, WI 53536. This property is located in the SE ¼, SW ¼ of section 21 in the Town of Magnolia. 2. Adjourn. The Independent Register 2/3, 2/10/2016 WNAXLP 233113 VIllAGE OF ORFORDVIllE Notice of Public Hearing The Planning Commission of the Village of Orfordville will have a Planning Commission Meeting on Monday, February 29, 2016 at 6:00 P.M. The Planning Commission will discuss amending the zoning ordinances regarding occupancy permits (ordinance 320-86) and the sign ordinance (ordinance 32044 through 320-46). The Planning Commission will then make a recommendation to the Village Board on Monday, March 14, 2016 at 7:00 P.M. Sherri Waege Village Clerk The Independent Register 2/3, 2/10/2016 WNAXLP 233292

NOTICE OF ClAIMS DEADlINE IN THE MATTER OF THE SHIRlEE A. MOllER REVOCABlE TRUST DATED APRIl 27,2009 Pursuant to Section 701.0508, Wis. Stats., Susan Moller, as Trustee of the Shirlee A. Moller Revocable Trust Dated April 27, 2009, with power to pay the debts of Shirlee A. Moller, deceased January 27, 2016, hereby provide notice that the deadline for filing claims for the payment of the debts of the decedent is June 10, 2016. Claims shall be delivered to the address set forth below: JAMIE E. OLSON Jamie E. Olson, Attorney State Bar No. 1066188 Consigny Law Firm, S.C. 1030 1st Center Avenue Brodhead, Wl 53520 (608)897-2116 The Independent Register 2/10/2016 WNAXLP 233438 VIllAGE OF ORFORDVIllE NOTICE OF PUBlIC TEST NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN in accordance with Section 5.84, Wisconsin Statutes, that a test will be conducted on the electronic voting equipment to be utilized in the Village of Orfordville for the February 16, 2016 Spring Primary Election This test is being conducted to ascertain that the equipment will correctly count the votes cast for all candidates. The test shall be conducted by processing a pre-audited group of ballots so marked as to record a predetermined number of valid votes for each candidate. The test will be held at the Village Hall at 106 N. Center Street, Orfordville at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 11, 2016. This test is open to the public. Persons desiring instructions for the use of electronic voting machines are welcome to attend. Sherri Waege Village Clerk The Independent Register 2/10/2016 WNAXLP 233508 VIllAGE OF ORFORDVIllE lOCATIONS AND HOURS OF POllING PlACE At the Spring Primary to be held on Tuesday, February 16, 2016, in the Village of Orfordville, the following polling place locations will

be used for the wards indicated: lOCATION Orfordville Village Hall 106 N. Center Street Orfordville, WI 53576 WARDS Wards 1 & 2 THE POllING PlACE WIll BE OPEN AT 7:00 A.M. AND WIll ClOSE AT 8:00 P.M. If you have any questions concerning your polling place, contact the municipal clerk. Sherri Waege Village Clerk 608-879-2004 The Independent Register 2/10/2016 WNAXLP 233510 TOWN OF DECATUR NOTICE TO THE PUBlIC Notice is hereby given that the Public Test of the voting equipment to be used at the Primary Election on February 16, 2016, for the Town of Decatur will be conducted at the Town Hall, 1408 14th Street, Brodhead, on Wednesday, February 10, 2016 at 10:00 AM. Ann L. Schwartz Clerk/Treasurer The Independent Register 2/10/2016 WNAXLP 233663 Meeting Notice The Town Of Spring Grove Monthly Meeting Will Be Held On Monday, February 15, 2016 At 6:00 P.M. At The Town Hall, N2475 County Hwy GG, Brodhead, WI Meeting Agenda: 1. Call To Order 2. Approval Of Agenda 3. Reading Of January Meeting Minutes 4. Treasurers Report 5. Review Of Monthly Bills 6. Public Input 7. Discuss & Vote on Equipment Purchase (Plow Truck) 8. District Meeting Update 9. Road Projects 10. Tax Collection/Settlements 11. Driveway Permits 12. Adjournment Deb Cline, Clerk The Independent Register 2/10/2016 WNAXLP 233664 TOWN OF SPRING VAllEY lOCATION AND HOURS OF POllING PlACE At the Spring Primary Election to be held on February 16, 2016, in

the Town of Spring Valley, the following polling place will be used: Orfordville Fire Station, 173 N. Wright Street, Orfordville, WI. THE POllS WIll OPEN AT 7:00 A.M. AND WIll ClOSE AT 8:00 P.M. If you have any questions concerning your polling place, contact the municipal clerk Julie Gerke 5656 S. Nelson Road Brodhead, WI 53520 608-897-5092 svclerk@ckhweb.com www.townofspringvalley.com The polling place is accessible to elderly and disabled voters. Photo I.D. is in effect. Bring your I.D. when you come to vote. Find answers to your Wisconsin voting questions at https://myvote.wi.gov/ The Independent Register 2/10/2016 WNAXLP 233686

SCHOOl DISTRICT OF JUDA REGUlAR SCHOOl BOARD MEETING February 10, 2016 The Juda School Board will hold their regular monthly board meeting on Wednesday evening, February 10, 2016 immediately following the Community Referendum meeting at 7:00 pm. The meeting will be held in the Library. AGENDA I. Call to order by President Pfingsten II. Roll Call III. Pledge of Allegiance IV. Proof of Notice V. Acceptance of Agenda VI. Open Forum VII. Approval of January 13, 2016 School board meeting minutes VIII. Treasurer’s & Financial Report a. Review of Treasurer’s & Activity Reports and approval of monthly bills & payments IX. Acceptance of Donations: Discussion/Action a. STEM Donations b. Ag Education Donations X. Reports/Communication a. Administrative Reports - WASDA Convention Report - JAM Updates - Six Rivers Update - Community Insurance meeting

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NOTICE OF SPRING PRIMARY AND SAMPLE BALLOTS — FEBRUARY 16, 2016 manner. Not more than five minutes’ time shall be allowed inside a voting booth. Sample ballots or other materials to assist the voter in casting his or her vote may be taken into the booth and copied. The sample ballot shall not be shown to anyone so as to reveal how the ballot is marked. If the voter spoils an optical scan ballot, he or she shall return it to an election official who shall issue another ballot in its place, but not more than three ballots shall be issued to any one elector. If the ballot has not been initialed by two inspectors or is defective in any other way, the voter shall return it to the election official, who shall issue a proper ballot in its place. After Voting the Ballot After an official optical scan ballot is marked, the voter shall insert the ballot in the voting device and shall leave the polling place promptly. A voter may select an individual to assist in casting his or her vote if the voter declares to the presiding official that he or she is unable to read, has difficulty reading, writing or understanding English or that due to disability is unable to cast his or her ballot. The selected individual rendering assistance may not be the voter’s employer or an agent of that employer or an officer or agent of a labor organization which represents the voter. The following is a sample of the official ballot: Michael J. Doyle, Green County Clerk GREEN COUNTY POLLING PLACES All polling places are accessible to elderly and disabled voters. ALL POLLING PLACES WILL OPEN AT 7:00 a.m. AND WILL CLOSE AT 8:00 p.m. TOWNSHIP Adams Albany Brooklyn Cadiz

ADDRESS Town Hall, N5705 N5705 Biggs Road, Argyle, WI 53504 Town Hall, N6065 County E, Albany, WI 53502 Town Hall, 400 Main Street, Brooklyn, WI 53521 Town Hall, W8445 County B, Browntown, WI 53522

Clarno Decatur Exeter Jefferson Jordan Monroe Mt. Pleasant New Glarus Spring Grove Sylvester Washington York

VILLAGE Albany Belleville Brooklyn Browntown Monticello New Glarus

Town Hall, W6126 County B, Monroe, WI 53566 Town Hall, 1408 14th Street, Brodhead, WI 53520 Town Hall, W2998 Highway 92, Belleville, WI 53508 Juda Community Center, W2895 County KS, Juda, WI 53550 Town Hall, W8495 Highway 81, Argyle, WI 53504 Town Hall, N3302 Monroe Road, Monroe, WI 53566 Barnaby’s Monticello House, 149 N. Main Street, Monticello, WI 53570 Town Hall, 1101 Highway 69, New Glarus, WI 53574 Town Hall, N2475 Highway GG, Brodhead, WI 53520 Town Hall, N4505 Highway 59, Albany, WI 53502 Town Hall, W6113 County C, Monticello, WI 53570 Town Hall, N8105 Postville Road, Blanchardville, WI 53516 ADDRESS Village Hall, 206 N. Water Street, Albany, WI 53502 Village Hall, 24 W. Main Street, Belleville, WI 53508 Village Hall, 102 N. Rutland Avenue, Brooklyn, WI 53521 Village Hall, 110 S. Mill Street, Browntown, WI 53522 Village Hall, 140 N. Main Street, Monticello, WI 53570 Village Hall, 319 2nd Street, New Glarus, WI 53574

Official Primary Ballot Nonpartisan Office and Referendum February 16, 2016 Notice to voters: If you are voting on Election Day, your ballot must be initialed by two election inspectors. If you are voting absentee, your ballot must be initialed by the municipal clerk or deputy clerk. Your ballot may not be counted without initials. (See end of ballot for initials.) Instructions

Referendum

If you make a mistake on your ballot or have a question, ask an election inspector for help. (Absentee voters: Contact your municipal clerk.) To vote for a name on the ballot, fill in the oval next to the name like this: To vote for a name that is not on the ballot, write the name on the line marked "write-in" and fill in the oval next to the name like this:

Judicial Justice of the Supreme Court Vote for 1

Rebecca G. Bradley Joanne F. Kloppenburg

To vote in favor of a question, fill in the oval next to "Yes", like this: To vote against a question, fill in the oval next to "No", like this: New Glarus School District Shall the School District of New Glarus, Dane and Green Counties, Wisconsin, be authorized to issue pursuant to Chapter 67 of the Wisconsin Statutes, general obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed $5,800,000 for the public purpose of paying the cost of roof replacements; HVAC upgrades; remodeling and renovating District buildings for safety and security purposes and additional classroom space; and acquiring furnishings, fixtures and equipment?

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Official Primary Ballot Nonpartisan Office and Referendum February 16, 2016 for Village of New Glarus W1-4 Green County, WI Ballot issued by _________________ _________________ Initials of election inspectors Absentee ballot issued by ___________ ___________ Initials of municipal clerk or deputy clerk (If issued by SVDs, both SVDs must initial.) Certification of Voter Assistance I certify that I marked this ballot at the request and direction of a voter who is authorized under the law to receive assistance. _________________ Signature of assistor For Official Use Only Inspectors: Identify ballots required to be remade. Reason for remaking ballot: Overvoted Damaged Other Original Ballot No. or Duplicate Ballot No. _______ _______ _______ _______ Initials of inspectors who remade ballot

CITY Brodhead Monroe

ADDRESS City Hall, 1111 W. 2nd Avenue, Brodhead, WI 53520 Community Center, 1110 18th Avenue, Monroe, WI 53566 226

OFFICE OF THE GREEN COUNTY CLERK TO THE VOTERS OF GREEN COUNTY: Notice is hereby given of a spring primary election to be held in Green County on February 16, 2016, at which the officers named below shall be nominated. The names of the candidates for each office, whose nominations have been certified to this office, are given under the title of the office, each in its proper column, together with the questions submitted to a vote, for a referendum, if any, in the sample ballot below. INFORMATION TO VOTERS Upon entering the polling place, a voter shall state his or her name and address, show an acceptable form of photo identification and sign the poll book before being permitted to vote. If a voter is not registered to vote, a voter may register to vote at the polling place serving his or her residence, if the voter presents proof of residence in a form specified by law. Where ballots are distributed to electors, the initials of two inspectors must appear on the ballot. Upon being permitted to vote, the voter shall retire alone to a voting booth and cast his or her ballot except that a voter who is a parent or guardian may be accompanied by the voter’s minor child or minor ward. An election official may inform the voter of the proper manner for casting a vote, but the official may not in any manner advise or indicate a particular voting choice. Where Optical Scan Voting is Used The voter shall fill in the oval next to the name of the candidate of his or her choice for each office for which he or she intends to vote. To vote for a person whose name does not appear on the ballot, the voter shall write in the name of the person of his or her choice in the space provided for a write-in vote, and fill in the oval next to the write-in line. When using an electronic ballot marking device to mark an optical scan ballot, the voter shall touch the screen at the name of the candidate of his or her choice for each office for which he or she intends to vote. To vote for a person whose name does not appear on the ballot, the voter shall type in the name of the person of his or her choice in the space provided for a write-in vote. On referendum questions, the voter shall touch the screen at “yes” if in favor of the question, or the voter shall touch the screen at “no” if opposed to the question. The vote should not be cast in any other

At the close of voting on Election Day, pursuant to the provisions of Wis. Stat. § 19.84, the Election Inspectors at each

polling place will convene as the Local Canvassing Board for the purpose of conducting the local canvass pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 7.51. This meeting will be open to the public pursuant to Wis. Stat. § § 19.81-89. Independent Register 2/10/2016 WNAXLP

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Rufenacht, 20, of Rufer in the North 3500 block paraphernalia, Possession of Gratiot, was westbound on of State Highway 59 in the THC and Possession of a preoccurred on: State Highway 59 and began to Town of Sylvester; and Wil- scription medication without Sunday, Jan. 31 negotiate the curve at Brough- liam O Naese on State High- a prescription. Bennett was Vehicle Crash / OWI arrest At 4:22 p.m., deputies, Mon- ton Road, when he lost con- way 11 at Ullom Road in the jailed pending bond or court. Thursday, Feb. 4 roe EMS, and Monroe Fire trol of his vehicle on the ice- Town of Cadiz. Traffic Arrest Department, responded to the covered roads. Rufenacht’s Warrant Arrest At 2:15 a.m., Cresencio At 9:06 AM Deputies arrestintersection of State Highway vehicle then slid into the west 11 westbound and State High- ditch and struck a utility pole. ed Timothy John Huffman, Mejia-Viveros, 26, Monroe, way 81 for a vehicle crash. Rufenacht was not injured, 27, Brodhead on a Brodhead was cited for Operating a Karen S. De Wall, 64, of Cam- was wearing his seatbelt, and Police Department warrant at Motor Vehicle with a Suspendbridge had turned onto High- the vehicle’s air bags did not the Green County Justice Cen- ed Driver’s License on State way 81 east when her vehicle deploy. Rufenacht’s vehicle ter. Huffman posted bond and Highway 59 and 6 ½ street in Monroe. Mejia-Viveros was was rear-ended by a vehicle sustained moderate damage was released. released pending court. driven by Paul A Bakko, 50, and was towed from the scene. Traffic Arrest At 5:10 p.m., Jorge Carias Friday, Feb. 5 of Monroe. De Wall was unin- Motor Vehicle Crash At 5:44 a.m., deputies Vindel, 31, of Fitchburg, was Domestic Abuse jured and wearing her seatbelt. At 10:26 a.m. deputies There was no airbag deploy- responded to the North 3700 cited for Operating Without a ment in her vehicle, but it sus- block of County Highway N in Valid Driver’s License in the responded to a domestic abuse tained moderate rear end dam- the Town of Monroe for a car North 8800 block of Freidig case that occurred on Feb. 4, at age and was towed from the vs. deer crash. Ryan J Planten- Road in the Town of Brooklyn. a residence in the North 6600 scene. Bakko was transported berg, 32, Monroe, was north- Carias Vindel was released block of Norwegian Road in the Town of Albany. to the Monroe ER for injuries. bound when a deer entered the pending court. Investigation resulted in Kyle He stated that he was wearing roadway and collided with his Wednesday, Feb. 3 B. Disch, 31, of Albany, being his seatbelt. Bakko’s vehicle vehicle. Plantenberg reported Domestic Dispute At 7:21 p.m., deputies and the arrested on domestic related sustained moderate front end wearing his seatbelt and was damage and was towed from uninjured. There was no air- Belleville Police Department charges of Disorderly Conduct, the scene. Bakko was arrested bag deployment. The vehicle responded to the 200 block of Battery, Strangulation, and for Operating under the Influ- sustained moderate front end Division Street in the Village False Imprisonment. Disch was ence (1st offense), and Dis- damage and was towed from of Brooklyn for a report of a jailed pending court. orderly Conduct. Bakko was released pending court. Traffic Arrest At 4:41 p.m., deputies cited Shannon M. Turnbill, 38, of Albany, for Operating with a Suspended Driver’s License in the North 8200 block of State Highway 104. Turnbill was released pending a court appearance. OWI/Drug/Narcotics At 6:05 p.m., deputies stopped a vehicle for an equipment violation on North Cincinnati Street near 3rd Street in the Village of Albany. Investigation resulted in the driver, Skylar C. Brewer 17, of Brooklyn, being arrested for Operating While under the Influence (1st Offense,- Drugs). Brewer was cited for; Defective registration plate lamp, Possession of marijuana and Possession Any baby born in 2015 can be of drug paraphernalia. Brewer included in this special feature. was released pending a court appearance. A passenger idenPARENTS, GRANDPARENTS, AUNTS, UNCLES — SHOW OFF YOUR RECENT ARRIVAL! tified as Cody L. Calkins 20, of Albany, was cited for PossesE sion of Drug paraphernalia and PL HANNAH RUBY KEEPERS M For just $11 The Independent-Register will August 4, 2014 was released pending court. SA 9 lbs. 3 oz. • 21” HANNAH RUBY KEEPERS celebrate Beautiful Babies of 2015. Babies Albany Police and the Sheriff’s Child of: August 4, 2014 office K9 Unit assisted with born January 1st - December 31st, 2015 Jed Keepers & Angela Erickson, 9 lbs. 3 oz. • 21” Albany Child of: the stop. will be featured in the February 24th, 2016 Grandparents: Keepers & Angela Erickson, Motor Vehicle CrashJed issue. Please send your baby’s picture, Ron & Laurie Keepers, Albany Albany At 7:01 p.m., Grandparents: deputies Josh & Carla Erickson, Monroe completed form and payment by 4 p.m., Great Grandparents: Ron & Laurie Keepers, Albany responded to the North 6200 Wednesday, February 17th, 2016. Virjetta Erickson, Monroe Josh & Carla Erickson, Monroe block of County Highway E in Harry & Shirley Hartwick, Cassville HANNAH Great Grandparents: Virjetta the Town of Albany, for a Erickson, vehi- Monroe Harry & Shirley Hartwick, Cassville HANNAH cle crash. Christie M Fry, 39, of Albany, was traveling south on Highway E, when a deer entered the roadway and colBaby’s Name lided with the vehicle. Fry, and a passenger, advised they were Birth Date not injured and were wearing Height Weight Height their seatbelts. There was not airbag deployment. The vehicle Parents sustained moderate front passenger side damage and was driven from the scene. Grandparents Monday, Feb. 1 Traffic Arrest At 1:33 AM, Deputies Great Grandparents stopped Michelle R. Zoller, 36 of Belleville on County Highway W in the West 3800 Block, Town of New Exeter for a trafContact Phone fic violation. Zoller was cited for Operating after suspension Drop off or mail to The Independent-Register 922 W. Exchange St. • Brodhead, WI 53520 and Operate motor vehicle or e-mail picture to: paper@indreg.com by 4 p.m., Wednesday, February 17th, 2016. w/out insurance. 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Continued from previous page b. Policy Committee Report c. School Board President’s Report d. Recreation Department Report XI. Referendum updates XII. Five Minute Recess XIII. Adjourn into Executive Session according to W.S.S. 19.85 (1) (c) to discuss personnel matters. XIV. Reconvene back into Regular Session and take appropriate action as necessary XV. Adjournment The Independent Register 2/10/2016 233777 WNAXLP VILLAGE OF ORFORDVILLE NOTICE OF PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING The Planning Commission of the Village of Orfordville will meet on Monday, February 29, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. to discuss granting a Conditional Use Permit. Applicant, Jack McDermott, is requesting a Conditional Use Permit for an automotive repair business at 737 Genesis Drive, lot 11 of the Business/Industrial Park. The Planning Commission will make a recommendation to the Village Board on Monday, March 14, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. Adjoining landowners and landowners within 100 feet will be notified separately by mail. Sherri Waege Village Clerk The Independent Register 2/10, 2/17/2016 WNAXLP 233848 NOTICE OF TESTING TOWN OF AVON Notice is hereby given there will be a public test of electronic voting equipment on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at 9:00 am at the Avon Town Hall,16531 W, Beloit Newark Road, Brodhead, WI, which will be used at the Primary Election on Tuesday, February 16, 2016. Teresa Peters, Clerk The Independent Register 2/10/2016 WNAXLP 233852 NOTICE TOWN OF AVON 2016 SPRING PRIMARY Avon Town Hall 16531 W. Beloit Newark Road Brodhead, WI Tuesday, February 16, 2016 Polls open 7 am to 8 pm Teresa Peters, Clerk The Independent Register 2/10/2016 WNAXLP 233853 LOCATION AND HOURS OF POLLING PLACE At the Spring Primary to be held on February 16, 2016, in County of Rock, Town of Magnolia Location Magnolia Town Hall 14729 W. County Road A Evansville, WI 53536 Hours Polls open at 7:00 a.m. and close at 8:00 p.m. Graceann Toberman Town of Magnolia Town Clerk/Treasurer The Independent Register 2/10/2016 WNAXLP 233888 SCHOOL DISTRICT OF JUDA Community Advisory Meeting February 10th, 2016 at 7:00p.m. AGENDA I. Call to order by President Pfingsten II. Referendum Discussion III. Adjournment The Independent Register 2/10/2016 WNAXLP 233976

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Local Employment Opportunities Kuhn North America, Inc. A global leader in the agricultural machinery industry! Aftermarket Technical Communications Specialist - The Aftermarket Technical Communications Specialist is responsible for all formal technical communications created for the support of our dealer network. Duties include creating product service modules for the Kuhn iTech web-based technical assistance tool for dealers, creating/editing technical documentation for product support training, service bulletins, and parts/service catalogs/brochures, and preparing/editing technical graphics for use in video. Knowledge of and experience using desktop publishing software (such as Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop), translation software (EKIS/ ComiDoc), CAD (ProE Creo & ArborText), and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel & PPT), web-based layout (HTML), and related experience in engineering documentation is preferred. Strong technical writing skills is required. Knowledge of heavy machinery manufacturing and agricultural products is a plus. Design Drafter - The Design Draftsperson develops and maintains CAD models and drawings, BOMs, and other engineering documentation. An Associate’s Degree in mechanical design or related CAD and engineering support experience is required. ProEngineer CAD software experience is preferred. Product Data Management (PDM) software experience is preferred. Visit our website at www.kuhnnorthamerica.com to view professional employment opportunities! Second shift runs M – Th, 3:15 PM – 1:15 AM and 4th/Weekend shift runs Friday – Sunday, 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM. A high school diploma or GED is required for all positions. We offer a competitive wage and complete benefit package (health, life, dental, and disability insurance, paid vacations and holidays, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement) for these full-time positions. Pre-employment drug screening is required. Complete application at: Kuhn North America, Inc. / 1501 West Seventh Avenue, Brodhead, WI 53520

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THE PARKVIEW SCHOOL District is seeking an Assistant Track & Field Coach for the Spring (2016) season. Experience coaching throwing events preferred. Interested, qualified candidates should email a Letter of Interest to: Shane Suehring at ssuehring@email.parkview.k12. wi.us. Questions may be directed to Mr. Suehring at 608/879-2994 ext. 5163. Deadline: Until Filled EOE

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Orfordville for Rent ORFORDVILLE-1 BR Rent based on 30% of income! On site laundry, newly remodeled! 1-800-944-4866 Ext. 126. Some income restrictions may apply. Horizon Management Group is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Equal Housing Opportunity

Other Real Estate PUBLISHER’S NOTICE All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familiar/ status or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-900669-9777. The toll-free tele phone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

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CLASSIFIED IN-COLUMN ADS cannot be credited or refunded after the ad has been placed. Ads canceled before deadline will be removed from the paper as a service to our customers, but no credit or refund will be issued to your account. OUR HUNTERS WILL Pay Top $$$ To hunt your land. Call for a Free Base Camp Leasing info packet & Quote. 1-866-309-1507 www.BaseCampLeasing.com (CNOW)

Sporting Goods NEW LISBON SPORTS Club Gun Show Feb 19-20. Fri 2:307pm, Sat 8:30am-5pm. American Legion Community Center, HWY80 Exit 61 I90/94. Guns/fishing/ knives. Browse/Lunch. Table info: Dennis 608-562-3808 (CNOW)

Automobiles 1987 OLDSMOBILE TORONADO V6 FWD. Car show beauty. New factory wheels, new tires. $2300. 847-395-2669 1988 CADILLAC SEDAN Deville. Great Cond., all original, $2,800 OBO 262-539-2233. 1996 CADILLAC DEVILLE 4 door, red w/white top, 45k, $4,000 OBO Call 847-946-7660. 1997 CHRYSLER LHS Clean, runs great!. Sunroof. Must sell! $1500 815-873-1622 1999 GRAND AM GT 2 dr., red, auto, very clean inside & out, 137k, $2,800 OBO Call 262-2069688. 2001 LINCOLN TOWN CAR 220k, starts everytime, $800, OBO Call 262-878-2988. 2002 SUBARU LEGACY 122,000 miles, 4 cylinder, all wheel drive, air conditioning, CD player. $2,600 or best offer 815540-3158

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Sport Utilities 2000 LINCOLN Navigator, 120k miles, black w/gray leather interior, new tires, headlights, air bag to spring conversion. Very nice condition, $5,200. 262-989-4112

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2013 CHEV. MALIBU 2 LT, 33,000 Miles. Loaded - $16,000. 608-322-6605

1 TON DUMP TRUCK & 12,000 LB. EQUIPMENT TRAILER all for $4,800, 414-510-4718

BUICK LACROSSE SILVER CX, 4 door, auto, 3.8, 67,000 miles, $6,300 OBO Call 262-763-3254.

2001 DODGE DAKOTA quad cab 4x4, well maintained, 70k mi. on motor & trans., $3,200, 815988-4636.

SUBARU 2010 FORESTER XLL bean, sport utility, 4 door, excellent condition, 1 owner, low mileage, leather interior, power moon roof, navigation system, sage green, $17,000 815-335-2962.

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Farm Machinery 1960’S ALIS-CHALMERS WD runs & restorable, sycle mower, $1,000 OBO Call 262-206-2302; after 5 pm Call 815-482-9011.

Motorcycles 2006 SOFTTAIL STANDARD, 600 miles. New Bars, Bags, Pipes, Mirrors, Tank Panel. Security System. 200 rear tire. $11,500/OBO. Call after 5:30PM. 262-767-1904 WANTED OLD JAPANESE MOTORCYLES KAWASAKI Z1-900 (1972-75), KZ900, KZ1000 (1976-1982), Z1R, KZ1000MK2 (1979,80), W1-650, H1-500 (1969-72), H2-750 (19721975),S1-250, S2-350, S3-400, KH250, KH400, SUZUKI GS400, GT380, HONDA CB750K (19691976), CBX1000 (1979,80) CASH !! 1-800-772-1142, 1-310721-0726 usa@classicrunners. com

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Appraised Value: $4,000,000 Northborough Appraised Value: $4,000,000 Position: $1,350,000 Northborough Drive Drive -- Houston, Houston, Texas Texas $1,350,000 FirstFirst LienLien Position: $1,350,000 First Lien Position: Second Lien*: $1,350,000 $150,000 First Lien$4,000,000 Position: Appraised Second Lien*: $150,000 Appraised Value: Value: $4,000,000 Loan-to-Value: 34% Second Lien*: Second Lien*: $150,000 $150,000 $1,350,000 First Loan-to-Value: 34% $1,350,000 First Lien Lien Position: Position: Term: 12 months 34% Second Lien*: Loan-to-Value: $150,000 Loan-to-Value: 34% Term: 12 months Second Lien*: $150,000 12 months Lender Price: $50,000 Loan-to-Value:Term: 34% Term: 12 months Loan-to-Value:Lender 34% Price: $50,000 Interest Rate: 5% Term: 12 months Lender Price: $50,000 Term: 12 months Lender Price: $50,000 Monthly Interest: $208.33 Interest Rate: 5% Rate: 5% Lender Price: Interest $50,000 Interest Rate: 5% Monthly Interest: $208.33 Lender $50,000 *WoodbridgePrice: holds the second lien position on all properties. Interest: Interest Rate: Monthly Monthly5% Interest: $208.33 $208.33 Interest Rate: 5% Monthly Interest: $208.33 *Woodbridge holds the second lien position on all properties. *Woodbridge holds the second lien position on Monthly Interest: $208.33 *Woodbridge holds the second lien position onall allproperties. properties. *Woodbridge holds the second lien position on all properties. *Woodbridge holds the second lien position on all properties.

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Woodbridge funds 1-year bridge loans to commercial property owners. Each bridge loan is secured by a Why Partner valuable hard asset – the subject property itself. Each property holds a low loan-to-value (LTV) ratio. That with Woodbridge? itssecures predecessor and a means*Including the property that these First Position Commercial Mortgage Notes are worth more than the To date, Woodbridge has never defaulted! With over 35 themselves atin closing. yearsloans of experience offering financial opportunities, their hard-earned reputation for reliability and service is second to none. They provide valued clients with a steady stream of superior financial products. Woodbridge, its predecessor and affiliate entities, and principals have completed more than $1.5 billion in financial transactions. 3

Woodbridge realizes the higher yield potential of First Position Commercial Mortgage Notes because of their extensive experience with commercial loans, first mortgages, and real estate acquisitions.They maintain a highly successful lending model built on years of handling large-scale commercial mortgages. Woodbridge's clients understand that in today’s uncertain environment, they offer safer alternatives to help them reach their financial goals. For private lenders seeking to earn higher fixed annual yields with the assurance that their funds are secured by commercial real estate, Woodbridge has the solution.

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