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State primary election is Aug. 11

Long-awaited fall sports decision sees volleyball, football moved

Face coverings required at polling places

Other MSHSL activities remain, will start Aug. 17

the COVID-19 pandemic: What would the fall sports season look like? The league’s board of directors provided some insight into that question, approving an Aug. 17 start date for girls tennis, boys and girls cross-country, girls swimming and diving, and boys and girls soccer while moving the football and volleyball seasons to March during a virtual meeting Aug. 4. “I am thrilled we get to offer activities this fall and start on their original date,” said NaDean Schroeder, activities director at Sauk Rapids-Rice High School. “It is our goal to provide positive experiences through education-based activities and having those get up and going again is a great feeling.” The board agreed through a 17-1 vote to enact restrictive measures to the fall sports remaining in their designated time slot. There will be 20% and 30% reductions in weeks and competitions, respectively. Each activity can hold up to two contests per week.

SAUK RAPIDS – Minnesota voters will BY EVAN MICHEALSON head to the polls Tuesday, STAFF WRITER Aug. 11, to choose candidates to advance in fedSAUK RAPIDS – Ever since the eral, state and local races. Minnesota high school spring sports seaPolls are open from 7 a.m. son was canceled April 23, there was a to 8 p.m. looming decision facing the Minnesota The primary election State High School League in the wake of determines what candidates will appear on the Nov. 3 general election PHOTO BY NATASHA BARBER ballot. Voters will cast Junior Peyton Olson leaps for a pass during a drill Aug. 6 at the Storm ballots for both partisan football camp in Sauk Rapids. The and nonpartisan offices, Sauk Rapids-Rice High but voters select candiSchool football and dates from only one povolleyball seasons litical party when voting have been moved in the primary. to spring 2021 after Registered voters a Minnesota State may cast absentee ballots High School League by visiting the Benton announcement County Auditor-Treaearlier this week. MSHSL page 3 surer’s Office by 5 p.m. Monday, Aug. 10, or by mailing a previously requested absentee ballot, ensuring a postmark of on or before Aug. 11. In accordance with Emergency Executive Order 20-81, face coverings will be required at polling places Aug. 11. Find your polling place, register to vote and Decade D d long l approach hb brings i community m niit together toge eth her more at sos.state.mn.us. Click on, “elections and BY JAKOB KOUNKEL | STAFF WRITER voting.” Find your sample ballot at myballot.sos. FOLEY – After a 2018 delay, Little Rock Lake’s drawstate.mn.us. down was a go last summer. Hundreds of acres of shoreline were exposed between Polling page 3 Aug. 1, 2019, and Sept. 15, 2019, after 3 feet of water was lowered in the lake, Harris Channel and Sartell Pool of the Mississippi River. The goal: to restore water quality, shoreline, and fish and wildlife habitat. And now, one year later, the question is whether the community’s efforts have proved successful. “I would expect to see gradual improvement over the next 10 years,” Eric Altena said. “We have to have the realization that this isn’t going to be an instantaneous thing.” PHOTO BY JAKOB KOUNKEL Altena is the Minnesota Department of Natural ResourcFrom the shoreline at Little Rock Lake on Mark Soderholm’s property Aug. es Area Fisheries Supervisor and a resident of Little Rock 6 in Rice, vegetation planted to maintain the shoreline’s integrity has Lake. taken root and remains healthy after the lake’s drawdown. The vegetation

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PUBLIC NOTICES

• City of Sauk Rapids Annual Disclosure Report- pg. 8 • Benton County Sample Voting Ballot - pg. 9 • Benton County Board of Commissioners Reg. Minutes, July 21, 2020 - pg. 10 • City of Sauk Rapids Public Hearing - pg. 8

• Absentee Voting for State Primary Election - pg. 8 • Mortgage Foreclosure Postponement - pg. 13 • Benton County Board of Adjustment Public Hearing - pg. 8 • City of Rice Notice of Candidate Filings - pg. 13

OBITUARIES • William (Bill) Bard • Roger J. Braun • Harold A. Gorecki • Gloria A. Rogers • Kathleen A. Rosa

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Benton County census self-response rate nearing 75%

Some areas reporting better than others BY JAKOB KOUNKEL STAFF WRITER

FOLEY – Either online, over the phone or by mail, Benton County residents have been fulfilling their constitutional duty along with people across the country by self-responding to the 2020 census count. The goal of the census is to count every person who lives in the United States with the responsibility being left to each county to gather the information. So far, Benton County has a self-response rate of 74.5% compared with the state average of 72.3% and the national average of 63.1%. The city of Foley is at 68.7%, Sauk Rapids is at 80.1%, Rice is at 75.9%, and Gilman is at 45.3%. Benton County Department of Development Director Roxanne Achman said the east and southwest corners of the county are underreporting, and a large majority of respondents have self-reported online. “Benton County is actually doing really well,” Achman said. ... “In

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as the board decided with a 16-2 vote. This will also include spring sports teams who saw their seasons end prematurely in April. A natural concern with moving fall sports into the spring was potential interference with current spring sports, which are already coming off a canceled season. Sauk Rapids-Rice and the rest of Minnesota’s high school athletics contain a large population of multi-sport athletes, several of whom participate in an activity before and after winter. If there was any overlap, it could cause these athletes to miss out on one of their sports. Instead, the additional season falls under a completely unique timeframe. “Right now, I don’t see any challenges, rather opportunities, to test out some new methods and adapt to change,” Schroeder said. “This is a great opportunity to still provide activities, and when we get the information from the MSHSL, we will explore the adjustments we will need to make.” One such adjustment is attendees, or lack thereof. Under current guidelines from the Minnesota Department of Education, no visitors are allowed in public learning sites at this time, including schools, meaning spectators will not be allowed to attend indoor activities at Sauk Rapids-Rice High School. “Safety is the No. 1 priority, so with that in mind, and after we re-

implications. For each person that goes uncounted, the county will lose $15,000 in federal aid over the next 10 years. The census is used to determine community funding, congressional representation in the U.S. House of Representatives and other data that will impact Benton County for the next decade. The data may inform lawmakers, business owners and others who use the data on where communities need new roads, schools, clinics and other family services. Achman said it may help with getting access to broadband in rural areas. Achman strongly encouraged those who have yet to respond to the census to call in. The number for English speakers is 1-844-3302020, and the number for Spanish speakers is 1-844-468-2020. She said the county’s immigrant population might be fearful to respond to the census because of data privacy concerns. Achman said identifiable individual data cannot be accessed for 99 years. “Understand that this is necessary and good,” Achman said.

ceive the guidelines from the MSHSL, we will be able to move forward with planning,” Schroeder said. With school districts facing individual decisions regarding fall schooling, fall sports follows in tow. MSHSL also mentioned during the five-hour virtual meeting that districts adapting the distance learning model cannot hold in-person sporting events. These model recommendations are based on a county’s COVID-19 cases per 10,000 people, meaning a district’s form of learning could change throughout the academic year, altering the state of its fall sports as well. While the broad timeline of the fall sports season has now been deter-

VOTE City of Rice Rice City Hall, 205 E. Main St., Rice.

City of Sartell, Benton County Precinct 2 – Solid Rock Family Church, 301 First Ave. NE, Sartell. City of Sauk Rapids Precinct 1 – Community Room at Sauk Rapids Government Center, 250 Summit Ave. N. Sauk Rapids. Use main entrance. Precinct 2 – Council chambers at Sauk Rapids Government Center, 250 Summit Ave. N. Sauk Rapids. Use main entrance. Voters had previously been assigned to Mississippi Heights Elementary School and Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School. Precinct 3 – Discovery Church, 700 18th St. NW, Sauk Rapids. Use Door No. 2. Voters were previously assigned to Pleasantview Elementary School. Precinct 4 – Riverside Church, 1702 W. Highview Drive, Sauk Rapids. Precinct 5 – Community room at Sauk Rapids Government Center, 250 Summit Ave. N., Sauk Rapids Use the police department entrance. Precinct 6 – Mail ballot or Benton County AuditorTreasurer’s Office, 531 Dewey St., Foley. City of St. Cloud, Benton County Ward 2 Precinct 1 – Eastside Boys and Girls Club, 320 Raymond Ave. NE, St. Cloud. Ward 2 Precinct 3 – Eastside Boys and Girls Club, 320 Raymond Ave. NE, St. Cloud. Ward 2 Precinct 4 – MTC Building, 665 Franklin Ave. NE, St. Cloud.

mined, Sauk Rapids-Rice as a high school must iron out important details. Storm schedules will need to be modified to fit the constraints, including a limit of two contests per week and an emphasis on localization to avoid unnecessary travel. The high school is also waiting on further information from the state regarding the adapted soccer season’s return to participation. However, despite the steps to be taken, Sauk Rapids-Rice High School is ecstatic about the news that their athletics will return. “We are excited to start and will move forward, ready to tackle any situation that arises,” Schroeder said.

Graham Township Graham Town Hall, 14255 45th Ave. NE, Rice. Langola Township Mail ballot or Benton County Auditor-Treasurer’s Office, 531 Dewey St., Foley. Mayhew Lake Township Mayhew Lake Town Hall, 9511 55th Ave. NE, Foley. Minden Township – Precinct 1 – Minden Town Hall, 2989 Golden Spike Road NE, Sauk Rapids. Precinct 2 – Minden Town Hall, 2989 Golden Spike Road NE, Sauk Rapids. Sauk Rapids Township Sauk Rapids Town Hall, 4651 Mayhew Lake Road NE, Sauk Rapids. Watab Township Watab Town Hall, 660 75th St. NW, Sauk Rapids.

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In Sauk Rapids-Rice’s case, no decision has been made at this point as to what events get taken off the schedule to account for the adjustments. “We aren’t sure how our schedules will change, but know that they will be changing,” Schroeder said. “There are many things that impact this, including the number of contests, conference decisions, local definition, transportation and more, that we are hoping to get clarification on prior to making any schedule changes.” The schedule will not simply be altered; it will be expanded as the result of the board’s approval of a fourth sports season. With volleyball and football set for a March start date and a May end date, the upcoming spring sports season will be pushed to a fourth season, running from May to July. The springtime football season will feature six games against local opponents while volleyball will operate on a condensed schedule. “Knowing the MSHSL had some guiding principles – and the two main ones were safety and health – and were trying to have all activities have a season this year, it makes sense to have a fourth season,” Schroeder said. Volleyball and football teams will be allowed to practice during the fall,

2010, our final (count) was 76.4%, so we’re really close to getting past that, and the people haven’t even gone out to do the door knocking yet.” Achman said the goal is to get a more accurate count than years prior and to have better numbers than surrounding counties. She is hoping for at least another 2% after door knocking kicks off, but she hopes Benton County residents call in or complete the census online. “The fallback is to call in,” Achman said. “That would be my suggestion because, yes, there are going to be census door knockers that go around but with COVID-19, it’s hard to say how long they’re going to do that.” To all county residents who have not yet responded by Aug. 11, census workers – who will be wearing masks and staying outside the home – are going to start going house to house. Door knocking will continue through Aug. 31. The last day for online response is Oct. 31. Even though Benton County seems to be having more success than in the last census in 2010, Achman said leaving 25% of the county out of the census has impactful

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Heck and Sauk Rapids Police Chief Perry Beise agree that the police reform bill might help boost public confidence in law enforcement, but they also said their agencies have already been practicing many of the new laws before they were passed in the legislature. “Police officers already do all these things now,” Beise said. “They’re just codifying things.” Additional training for police officers is always a positive, Heck said, and Beise agreed. Beise likes that the bill provides resources for autism awareness training as well as mental health counseling for officers. Heck appreciated new arbitration laws included in the bill. He said arbitrators, the people tasked with making the final decision on discipline issues, used to be chosen through a joint selection process between the police agency and the union representing the employee in question. Through this process, if an arbitrator were perceived to have made more decisions in favor of one side or the other, they most likely would not be selected and therefore would not be paid, incentivizing the arbitrators to ensure their records are balanced overall as opposed to ensuring each individual decision is fair. Heck said most arbitrators are fair, but the system incentivizes a dishonest decision-making process. With the bill’s passing,

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the arbitrators will be selected independent of the employee’s union or police agency. Heck said, overall, the legislature found a compromise that balances public safety with police accountability and transparency. While there are a lot of positives included in the bill, he conceded there might be provisions that could potentially hinder law enforcement. For example, the ban on chokeholds includes carotid restraint, which is a chokehold that restricts the flow of blood to the brain as opposed to cutting off airflow, rendering the person unconscious. Heck said an officer has to make the snap-second assessment that his or her life is in danger and that he or she could prove it in court before utilizing a chokehold. “That’s now a limiting factor that my staff will have to keep in mind,” Heck said. Heck was also disappointed at the peer counseling debriefing change. When an officer talks to a peer counselor, that information has stayed private until now. With the change in the bill, if the officer voluntarily chooses to testify in court, the court can subpoena the counselor and make them disclose the contents of the conversation. In a line of work with regularly occurring traumatic incidents, Heck said it might deter officers from seeking counseling. Beise said he wants to wait and see how the bill impacts day-to-day operations before making a judgment on the changes. “The community as a whole, Minnesota, will know that these things are required of all their police officers,” Beise said of the positives coming from the bill. “There’s no guessing going on.”

Drawdown from front He fronted the drawdown with partnerships in Benton Soil and Water Conservation District, Little Rock Lake Association and Eagle Creek Renewable Energy. A historically wet 2019 coupled with an unusually hot and dry 2020 has curbed some success, producing algae in not only Little Rock Lake but Minnesota lakes in general. Reduced rainfall means less nitrogen to offset the already present phosphorus load. But, not all algae is harmful and some may be indicators of a turn of events. This spring, St. Cloud State University scientists discovered golden algae near the Highway 10 public access – a flora the DNR said may support a robust fishery. And, Gerry Maciej, district manager for Benton SWCD, and lake resident Mark Soderholm said although there is a significant algae presence in the lake, it is not the same toxic type of algae that was prevalent before the drawdown. “I have noticed there’s not a big smell in the lake like there was the last few years,” said Soderholm, who has owned his property since the 1990s. Maceij said he often gets asked if the drawdown project is working. He agrees with Altena that it will take a few years before the success, or lack thereof, of the drawdown is evident. Maciej said the plants and animals have to catch up with the changes being made. “It’s not a mathematical equation,” Maciej said. “The element of time has to happen

and the ecology has to restore itself.” Soderholm has also been seeing a lot of leopard frogs, which his brother, who has a master’s degree in biology, told him is a sign of healthy ecology. Soderholm, who resides on a property that has been in his family for generations, remembers seeing an abundance of leopard frogs before the 1990s, and noted that he has hardly seen any for 15 years until now. Frogs are not the only wildlife that have made a comeback. The DNR had its highest catch for walleye on record during its 2020 survey with roughly 16 per net catch, ranging from 8 inches to 26 inches. Channel catfish and black crappie were recorded at about 13 per net catch. Emergent plants, installed during the drawdown, have helped increase fish and wildlife habitat as well as protect shorelines. Altena said the plants dampen wave action that could otherwise erode the shoreline and vegetation also provides habitat for fish to reproduce and seek cover from predators. For wildlife that live above the water, like ducks and geese, the vegetation serves as a food source. Altena said he has already seen that geese are returning to the area for food, and he is hoping to see more vegetation, like lilies, sprouting naturally. Since the drawdown, Little Rock Lake Association President Kellie Gallagher said the lake’s residents have been voluntarily harvesting an undesirable invasive species, called curly-leaf pondweed, from the lake. The weed negatively impacts a lake’s ecological environment, taking over habitat and outcompeting native aquatic spe-

cies, Altena said. He also said the weed can affect recreational activities and does not offer adequate food or shelter for nesting habitat. Among the many physical benefits of the project for the ecosystem, Gallagher found that the project fostered an environment of community involvement and has spurred recreational activity on the lake. “It’s really the cleanest I’ve ever seen it and every year it gets better and better,” Gallagher said. “The recreation has gotten better on the lake, and we don’t see a lot of that pea green soup anymore.” On the Fourth of July, Gallagher saw nearly 30 boats anchored at a Little Rock Lake sandbar – something she has not seen before. Swimmers are starting to feel more comfortable in the lake and boating is becoming more prevalent, she said. “I really think the main highlight is how the community came together,” Gallagher said. “It’s really about educating the community on why we’re doing things and how we’re doing it.” Soderholm agreed that the extensive community ethos was an unexpected benefit to the project. That, along with seeing many more people

utilizing the lake for recreational purposes, made the decade of work to get where they are at today worth it. “It’s taken the whole community to get where we’re at,” Gallagher said. “We’ll get the lake clean. It’ll just take a few years to get there.” Although it may be a few years before Benton SWCD, LRLA and DNR can say they have empirically improved conditions on the lake, all parties involved are confident they have taken corrective measures that will prove successful in the future. “We’ve seen a ton of changes on the lake over the last 50 years,” Soderholm said. ... “ I do think it’s improved over just one year, and I’m excited to see the improvements over the next few years.” Gallagher agreed with Soderholm that the lake has come a long way, and that the community that was built around a common goal of creating a sustainable environment for Little Rock Lake will continue to motivate them toward their goal. “We haven’t flipped the switch yet where the lake can keep itself clean, so we have to keep pushing and pushing to get to the point where it will keep itself clean,” Gallagher said.

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OBITUARIES Roger J. Braun

e Mass of Christian Burial t was Aug. 3 at St. Francis y Xavier Catholic Church in Sartell for Roger J. Braun who e passed away at his cabin in e Backus July 29, 2020. The Rev. . Ronald Weyrens officiated and . burial was at Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery near Little Falls. Visitation was from a 10-11:30 a.m. Monday at the n church. Arrangements have R been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids. Roger Braun was born y June 20, 1937, in St. Cloud to e John and Veronica (Weyrauch) e Braun. He was united in marriage to LaVerne Weyer f Aug. 21, 1962, at St. Francis r Xavier Catholic Church in Sartell. Roger lived most of k his life in Sauk Rapids and t worked as a business teacher in d Holdingford and Sauk Rapids for a total of 19 years. He then worked in sales for Nestle for h 17 years, retiring in 1997. He e d t

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proudly served our country in the United States Army. Roger was a faithful, hardworking, and selfless man who was very ambitious and a great listener. He enjoyed being at the cabin in Backus, traveling, playing golf, and fishing. Roger and LaVerne wintered in Arizona for the last 20 years where he enjoyed playing softball and tennis. He was also a Minnesota Twins and

Kathleen A. Rosa

Teresa. Kathy and her family also had large gardens and would sell fresh produce in the summer and fall. She was known to many as the “Pickle Lady.” Kathy was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and was involved in 4-H, both in her youth and as a Leader, Mission Club, and NFO. Along with her strong work ethic, she also loved to have a little fun, dancing, playing cards, casinos, and taking trips. Kathy was a hardworking woman who was very active and social. Most importantly, she was very proud of her family. Kathy is survived her

William “Bill” Bard

William (Bill) Bard, age 85, passed away peacefully July 19 at his home surrounded by his family and friends. Bill was born March 29, 1935, in Duluth to Walter and Adeline Bard. Bill graduated from Duluth Denfeld High School in 1953 and served in the United States Army during the Korean War from 1953-55. He retired after 38 years in management with Northwestern Bell and AT&T. Along with being an active member of his church, Atonement Lutheran; Bill was also very active with the Lions Club since joining in 1968. In his retirement years, he worked with Sauk Rapids City Council and HRA, also enjoyed volunteering with the Red Cross and being Captain of the Mississippi Bell at the Pirates Cove. After being named Sauk

Vikings fan. Most importantly, he enjoyed spending time with his family. Roger is survived by his wife, LaVerne of Sartell; children, Steven of Sauk Rapids, Craig (Carie) of Sauk Rapids, and Scott (Catherine) of Lakeville; sister, Alice Kramer of Paris, Illinois; sisters-inlaw, Mary Braun of Edina and Laurel Braun of Rochester; grandchildren Alex, Peyton, Noah, Sophia, and Faye Braun. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Willard, Ralph, and John Braun, Rose Ann Lilledahl, and Sr. Alexine; brothers-in-law, Robert Kramer and Don Lilledahl; and sisterin-law, Luella Braun. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred. Obituary, guest book and video tribute available online at www.williamsdingmann.com

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Kathleen A. Rosa

Mass of Christian Burial was Aug. 6 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sauk Rapids for Kathleen “Kathy” A. Rosa who passed away Aug. 3, 2020, at The Gardens at Foley. The Rev. Thomas Knoblach officiated and burial was at Calvary Cemetery in St. Cloud. Visitation was from 9:30-11 a.m. Thursday at the church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids. Kathy was born July 22, 1939, on her family farm in Sauk Rapids to Paul and Anna (Otremba) Maier. She married Lloyd Rosa April 24, 1961, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sauk Rapids and together, raised seven wonderful children. Kathy lived all of her life in Sauk Rapids and worked at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Home and the St. Cloud VA Medical Center. She also worked alongside her husband on the family farm and worked tirelessly, to care for her special daughter,

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William “Bill” Bard

Rapids Citizen of the Year, April 27, 2006 was officially proclaimed “Bill Bard Day.” In his free time, Bill enjoyed golfing, fishing and attending his children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events. He will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.

daughters and sons, Deborah (Kevin) Traut of Opole, Teresa Rosa of Sauk Rapids, Lora Rosa of Sartell, Deanna Rosa (Rollie Hogrefe) of Sauk Rapids, Paul (Tonya) Rosa of Sauk Rapids, David Rosa of Sartell, and Tamara (Greg) Dancer of Foley; sisters, Dorothy Schmitz of St. Cloud, Laura Rau of Richfield, Millie Felling of Minneapolis, Sharon (Don) Wieber of Avon and Maxine (Vernon) Goebel of Albany; brothers, Abe (Carol) Maier of Clearwater and Ed (Helen) Maier of Sauk Rapids; brother-in-law, Jerome (Irene) Rosa of Apple Valley; 14 grandchildren; and nine great grandchildren. Kathy was preceded by her parents; husband, Lloyd on May 9, 2008; sister, Alvira Schwinghammer; brother, James; and three infant siblings. Obituary, guest book and video tribute available online at www.williamsdingmann. com R-32-1B

Bill is survived by his wife of 64 years, Dawn; sons, Gregory and Richard (LuAnn); daughter, Kelly; grandchildren, Elizabeth “Libby” and William “Billy” Bingham, Jamie (Dan) Babb, Sean and Samantha Bard; great grandchildren, Taeler and Mickenzie Babb. He was preceded in death by his son, Michael and daughter, Amy Bingham. The funeral service was 1 p.m. Aug. 6 at Atonement Lutheran Church in St. Cloud. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made in his name to the Minnesota Lions Vision Foundation. Obituary and guest book available online at www. williamsdingmann.com R-32-1B

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Gloria A. Rogers

Funeral services are 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, at Salem Lutheran Church in St. Cloud for Gloria A. Rogers, age 89, who passed away Aug. 4, 2020, at the Good Samaritan Society in Howard Lake. The Rev. Timothy Routh will officiate and burial will be at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Sauk Rapids. Visitation will be noon to 2 p.m. Saturday at the church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids. Gloria was born March 8, 1931, in St. Cloud to Christ and Emma (Burski) Bolz. She married Ray Rogers Jan. 27, 1951, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sauk Rapids. Gloria was employed as a medical insurance secretary for many years. She was a volunteer for the Widowed Persons Service and Caritas Family Services. Gloria was a member of Salem Lutheran Church and a former member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Sauk Rapids. Gloria enjoyed singing, visiting with friends, and traveling especially to Alaska. She was kind, soft hearted and a good listener. Gloria is survived by her

Gloria A. Rogers

daughter and sons, Susan (Andy) Jude of Howard Lake, Scott (Jane) Rogers of Red Wing, and Brian (Betsy) Rogers of Farmington; sister, Barbara Starr of Phoenix, Arizona; grandchildren, Lucas, William, Sean, Cecelia, Leah, Kurt, Crystal, Josh, and Kayla; and great grandchildren, Grace, David, Andrew, Sloan, Willow, McKenna, Jacob, and Laura. Gloria was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ray in 1988; brother, Robert Bolz; and sister, Marjorie Bolz. Memorials are preferred to Salem Lutheran Church. Obituary, guest book and video tribute available online at www.williamsdingmann. com R-32-1B

Harold A. Gorecki

Harold Andrew Gorecki, age 83, passed away at Country Terrace Assisted Living in Tomahawk, Wisconsin. after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease and Lewy body dementia Aug. 1, 2020. Harold was born Nov. 7, 1936, with his twin brother, Gerald, to Frank and Anna Gorecki. He grew up in Sauk Rapids and graduated from Sauk Rapids High School in 1954, where he was a talented athlete involved in basketball, football and track. Throughout his life, Harold was an avid golfer, basketball and racquetball player, and distance runner. He served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany. After his return to the states, among other jobs, Harold was a barber in the Minneapolis area. He then moved to Tomahawk and built, owned, and operated Kentucky Fried Chicken there for many years. Harold then moved to the Gulf Coast of Florida and owned, operated and managed many restaurants throughout his 46year restaurant career. Harold was known for his work ethic and dedication to the job, and he excelled in his chosen career. Harold worked with hundreds of co-workers and employees over the years, and he always went out of his way to help anyone that he saw had a need. Harold’s personality and fun-loving nature made him a friend to most everyone that met him.

Harold A. Gorecki

He is survived by his son Jacob (Toni Greil) Gorecki. Siblings: Mary Przyborowski, Joyce Fritsinger, James (Chris) Gorecki, and Michael (Cheryl) Gorecki, numerous nieces, nephews and longtime friends Larry and Joan Hurtis. He is preceded in death by his parents and siblings Patsy, Ally, Daniel, Ralph, Virginia, Lucille, and Gerald. Harold and his family are especially grateful to the entire staff and the residents at Country Terrace in Tomahawk for their friendship, compassion, and exceptional care. You are truly angels on earth. A future celebration of life gathering will be planned. Krueger Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services is assisting the family with arrangements. You may view the full obituary and leave online condolences at www. kruegerfamilyfuneral.com. R-32-1P

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Fall blooming annuals, perennials After seeing the beauty of our flowers this spring and summer, what do we have to look forward to seeing this fall? There are many perenGREEN & GROWING nials that are IN BENTON COUNTY planted for fall BY LINDA G. TENNESON bloom and annuals that bloom continuously from spring to fall or may wait until late summer and then bloom till frost. A well-known fall flower is the chrysanthemum, often shortened to mums. Mums purchased now and intended for growing in following years should be planted as soon as possible after purchase to give them the most time to settle into their permanent location. They come in a variety of colors, white, yellow, orange, pink, red, purple and shades in between. They prefer fertile but well-drained soil and lots of sun. Some varieties are short and compact while others are tall and wide. The aster is another popular plant that waits for fall to bloom. They require partial to full sun in well-drained soil. While they may be started indoors in the early spring and grown outdoors all summer, waiting for the blooms is worth it. Full size, potted asters may be purchased and planted this month for instant color. Asters may be pinched back in mid-summer producing a bushier plant with more blooms. As perennial plants, both asters and chrysanthemums will die back and survive over winter. Seeds dropped from the plant will provide additional plants which may not duplicate their parents exactly. Aster plants, like other perennials, should be divided every few years. While they are best known as a purple or blue flower, they also come in shades of pink and white. This is a native plant that may be found both in cultivated gardens and in the wild, and is good for pollinators. A less well-known but interesting plant is the turtlehead. This perennial grows all summer with dark green foliage and waits till fall to produce purple, pink or white blooms which look like the head and nose of a turtle emerging from its shell. The blooms eventually become seed pods which will drop and grow during the next season. It responds well to full shade or partial sun and pinching the tips will encourage bushier growth. It also survives in areas that are too moist for other plants. Some varieties may grow up to 3 feet tall. There are many annuals that bloom from late spring right through to the fall. Marigolds are available in a wide-variety of sizes and colors which range from pale yellow to cream and deep orange. There are bi-colored varieties and those with a single layer of petals as well as those with many layers of petals. Care for marigolds is the same as for asters, although all varieties are annuals. Choose the variety whose size fits in your space. Pansies are an annual which grows well in the spring but if kept well-watered in the summer can flourish again in cooler fall temperatures. Zinnias as well may be slow to start blooming but will continue doing so until frost. All plants should be regularly checked for diseases and insects. Check the University of Minnesota Extension website for solutions to plant disease and insect problems. Linda G. Tenneson is a University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardener and Tree Care Advisor.

The cringe

I can almost hear the audible phrase as if it ing better fitted to be the dear and loving friend was said aloud in front of me at this very moto young people that I want to be.” This quote ment, “I can’t stand teenagers.” by Elizabeth Prentiss – the 19th century author My oldest was 11 years old at the time, and of “Stepping Heavenward” – was written to a I had spent my late 20s and early 30s watchfriend. This is the new song I want to sing to ing the demise of so many youths falling into my friends. the same traps I fell into. I asked myself if it I see teenagers now as my lost and wanwas simply inevitable. Is this something evdering self, who needed an older friend with ery teenager eventually is going to try to fit more life experience praying and rooting for into the world or to fit into their up and comme. I see the ones striving for the straight and LIFE BY FAITH ing adulthood? There are very few who choose BY MERCY NYGAARD narrow path as also needing a loving friend as they are the minority in this culture. They are the straight path and avoid the pitfalls set by the devil. Are they unusual human beings from the unusual in a good way. But, if our teenagers are get go? not allowed to see what being a young adult looks like in a healthy mature way, they will go from little child to experiIt was me. I was the one who said it. As my daughter began school at a private institution, menting into life-changing situations completely confused I saw adolescents acting like buffoons and teenage boys and without any notion of the harm it may cause. pretending they were invincible and worthy of all praise I am thankful the Lord has woken me up from my and admiration. I saw girls trying to fit in, wearing cheeky wrong thinking. Now, when I see others who have a pasathletic shorts and phone faces everywhere. I felt like I was sion for teenagers but do not know how to approach them transported back into time, and I could see the bullies of my in love, only by calling them out to teach them a lesson youth, all doing the same thing now as they did then. to save them from hurt, I cringe. When I see others who I muttered to my friends, “I can’t stand teenagers.” are bothered by and roll their eyes at youths in distaste, I God heard my grumbling, and he did work on me. As I con- cringe. When I see a teen plow into the world with a hardtinued my studies in the Bible, God was unveiling his plan ened heart and a desire to live in freedom to do what they for his church which would put a new song in my heart. want, I cringe. In all those scenarios, I see myself. I was Here is how sinful what I muttered openly to my that person. Time and gaining wisdom and understanding friends was. I did not simply keep my life-taking distaste has been my friend. How can I give myself to help a genfor teenagers to myself, I shared it with friends. I imposed eration? How can I be what I so desperately needed? my negativity to others. I have a pretty accurate picture of Author and speaker Susan Hunt said, “The world tells how many people I have came across in my lifetime who me that it is time for me. The Bible tells me that it is time to have thought or said aloud at some point about me, “I can’t double down in investing in the next generation.” stand that woman.” When I was at my most selfish amThe Bible tells us not only the what but the how as bitions, someone said, “I want to be her dear and loving well. Anything else will lead youth into further confusion. friend.” Every year I have grown older, I am more aware So, let’s get over the cringe and let’s get into our Bibles and of how many have prayed for me and shared life with me. become loving friends, willing to pray and serve our youth. I cannot know in full, and I often wonder who was the first Today more than ever we serve so the body of Christ will to see me in my youth and pray that I would fill up my heart be built up in love (Ephesians 4:16), not because ministry with love for God. gives us a sense of self-fulfillment or an avenue to reach Now, the Lord has put a new song in my heart. “I’m our personal potential. Remember that going forward, and ever so glad that I’m growing old every day and so becom- God will guide you all the way for his glory.

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Baseball, sports return

Twins baseball is back, and I could not accomplishments throughout the 2019 seabe happier. son, so I am ready to see what they will do Baseball is one of my favorite sports, this year. so throughout July my excitement mounted. While these teams will compete, it While the 2020 season is shortened and was does not come without restrictions. There delayed, there is one cool thing about it. The will be no scrimmages, captains’ practices, Twins played their season-opening game in no invitationals or tournaments, and there Chicago on my birthday. will be restrictions on the number of teams Being my birthday is in the middle at each event. The season will look differof the summer, I can often say the Minne- ON THE SIDELINES ent. sota Twins play on my birthday, but I have BY ANNA HINKEMEYER As we progress through August and never said their season started that day. As move toward high school sports, my excitecool as it was, I hope I will never have to say it again. ment mounts. I am beyond ready to watch our students Having the season delayed nearly to the end of July compete. The sound of the whistle, cheering and the when it normally starts in March was not fun in any overall ambiance are the aspects I am most excited for. way. But, it happened; no thanks to the novel coronavi- I cannot help but hope some normalcy is going to rerus. turn. Go Storm. I will see you on the sidelines soon. I have gained a deeper appreciation for sports at every level after not having anything for over two Letter to Editor months. Flipping on the television to watch a live Twins game means more than I ever thought it would. The lovely dandelion The simple crack of the bat and watching players leap Pat Fouquette, Sauk Rapids and dive to make catches is so much fun. The other thing I have noticed is how much Oh, to the dandelion plant of woe; more I get into the game than in past seasons. Again, Not in favor of man to grow. that boils down to baseball’s absence. I have many A pesky weed as men would see; family members and friends who appreciate the return Growing about, where its not meant to be. of baseball even more than I do. As most would say, it would not grace I am also eager for fall sports to start after The average lawn, its favorite place. As yellow appears, we know it grows; dhearing the Minnesota State High School League anWhen white appears, we know it sows. enouncement earlier this week. There will be no gathering in the stands of the gym for a volleyball game or Misunderstood this fabled plant; r The lawnmowers mercy, it will not grant. aFriday night lights at the football field, but boys and Examine closely this yellow bloom; ogirls soccer, girls swim and dive, cross-country and girls tennis will have a fall season. Its natural beauty, you cannot assume. While I will certainly miss the football and volA yellow fire above the stem; Much delight, as a precious gem. hleyball games, I am excited for the rest of the teams to If someday, man fails to feed; rhave an opportunity to compete. Our soccer programs No longer the dandelion a useless weed. dsaw a great deal of success last season, accomplishing things the teams never had before. Our girls swim team Within its stem, a nutrient grows; s Known not to man, but God knows. ewent undefeated in home meets, qualified eight swimFood no more, and man in strife; emers for the state meet and earned the title of Section This weed stands by, to save your life. a5A champions for the first time since 2003. Girls tennis and cross-country also had individual accolades and d

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 20th, 2020 the Benton County Board of Adjustment will conduct public hearings beginning at 7:00 p.m. to consider the following: 1. 7:00 p.m. Kenneth Freese requesting to construct a storage building 5ft from the property line (15ft required) in the Agricultural District. Pursuant to Sections 7.2.6(B)(1)(c) (i) and 11.5. The affected property is described as follows: E677.95 ft. of S412.18 ft. of NE1/4 SE1/4, Section 36, Watab Township. The on-site inspection of this property will be made at approximately 1:20 p.m. on August 20th, 2020. 2. 7:10 p.m. Todd and Amanda Moen requesting a variance to allow 31.5% impervious surface (25% allowed) in the R-3 Residential District. Pursuant to Sections 7.6.6(B)(3) and 11.5. The affected property is described as follows: Lot 5, Block 4, Oak Hill Estates, Section 23, Watab Township. The on-site inspection of this property will be made at approximately 1:45 p.m. on August 20th, 2020. 3. 7:20 p.m. David and Dawn Lerch requesting a variance to construct an accessory structure that would be 9ft from the right of way of a township road (30ft required) in the R-3 Residential District. Pursuant to Sections 7.6.6(B)(1)(a) and 11.5. The affected property is described as follows: Lots 23 & 24, Ferry Point Addition, Section 8, Watab Township. The onsite inspection of this property will be made at approximately 2:10 p.m. on August 20th, 2020. *Effective immediately, the Benton County Board of Adjustment may conduct its regular, special or emergency meetings by telephone or other electronic means, as permitted by MN Statutes §13D.021. Some or all Commission members may participate by telephone or other electronic means until further notice. At least one member of the Board of Adjustment or the County Department of Development Director will be present during meetings at the Planning Commission’s regular meeting location, which is the County Board Room in Foley, unless otherwise noted on meeting notices. Pursuant to MN Statutes §13D.021, Subdivision 3, the County will provide the means for persons to electronically monitor such meetings remotely. To conform to MDH and CDC guidelines to minimize gatherings we are requesting public comment in written form prior to the Planning Commission meeting; 1. You may submit written testimony, which must be received by 3pm on the hearing date, in one of two ways: a. Email Roxanne Achman at Roxanne.Achman@ co.benton.mn.us b. Mail comments to the Benton County Department of Development, Attn: Roxanne Achman, 531 Dewey St, PO Box 129, Foley, MN 56329. 2. If you wish to make in-person comments during the public hearing, the Board room capacity may be limited to maintain social distancing standards. Anyone who physically attends the hearing will be required to follow social distancing while waiting in the hallway and will be allowed to enter the Board room one at a time to testify during their chosen hearing. Please limit your testimony and if possible, have one person testify if you’re for a group shares the same concerns. 3.You may attend the meeting remotely by following the instructions below. a. The public can join the meeting from their computer, tablet or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/687827373 b. You can also dial in using your phone. Phone: 1 (872) 240-3212 Access Code: 687-827-373 c. New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting. com/install/687827373 FR-32-1B

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City of Sauk Rapids PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE You are invited to participate in a public hearing that will be held on Monday, August 24th at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as possible, in the Sauk Rapids Government Center Council Chambers, 250 Summit Avenue North to consider the following matters that require a public hearing. APPLICANT City of Sauk Rapids PURPOSE To consider an ordinance amendment that would remove Mini Storage as an allowable use in all commercial districts in Sauk Rapids. Mini Storage would only be allowed in the industrial district. Please contact Sauk Rapids Development Director Todd Schultz at (320) 258-5315 or tschultz@ci.sauk-rapids.mn.us with questions or stop by City Hall to obtain a copy of the application. Any person desiring to comment on these matters is invited to do so in writing or orally at the time of the public hearing. Published in the Sauk Rapids Herald Saturday, August 8, 2020 R-32-1B

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Tuesday, Aug. 11, 4-6 p.m. – Rice Area Farmers Market. Sponsored by Rice Women of Today. Veterans Memorial Park at the intersection of North DiMonday, Aug. 10, 9 a.m. – ABILITYx Talk with vision and East Main streets in Rice. Jane Dunhamn. Dunhamn is a founding member and the director of the National Black Disability Co- Wednesday, Aug. 12, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. – Sartell Sealition with over 40 years of experience working in nior Connection and Sartell Historical Society the area of intersection of race and disability. Free Fundraiser. Sartell Community Center, 850 19th St. S., Sartell. and virtual. Register at scsu.mn/ability2020. Monday, Aug. 10, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Free Fresh Wednesday, Aug. 12, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. – Burgers n’ Produce. Available to all; stay in your cars. CARE Brats. Community Action Respecting Elders fundraiser. CARE office, 321 Sixth Ave., Foley. office, 321 Sixth Ave., Foley. Monday, Aug. 10, 6 p.m. – CANCELED: Sauk Thursday, Aug. 13, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. – Sartell Senior Rapids City Council Meeting. The council meet- Connection and Sartell Historical Society Funding is canceled due to preparations for primary elec- raiser. Sartell Community Center, 850 19th St. S., Sartell. tion day. Monday, Aug. 10, 6:30 p.m. – Sauk Rapids-Rice Thursday, Aug. 13 noon to 1 p.m. – Lunch ‘n’ School Board Meeting. Sauk Rapids-Rice High Learn: Intersection of Disability and Immigrants. Featuring Dr. Theo Ressa and Dr. Paul Ajuwon. Free School, 1835 Osauka Road NE, Sauk Rapids. and virtual. Register at scsu.mn/ability2020. Tuesday, Aug. 11 – Minnesota Primary Election Thursday, Aug. 13, 3-6 p.m. – Sauk Rapids MarDay. ket. Coborn’s parking lot, 110 First St. S., Sauk RapTuesday, Aug. 11 – Last day to file for open Rice ids. mayoral and city council positions and Sauk Friday, Aug. 14, 4:30-5:30 p.m. – Arts Happy Rapids-Rice School District Positions. Hour. Featuring LeRoy Moore, founder of Krip Tuesday, Aug. 11, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Kids Hop Nation. Free and virtual. Register at scsu.mn/ Camp! Equine Therapy and Experimental ability2020. Learning. For children ages 8-17. No riding will take place. Snacks included. Gaits of Hope, 2623 Friday, Aug. 14, dusk – Rice Family Movie Night. 125th Ave. NE, Rice. Call Jodine at 320-393-4719 Featuring “Playing with Fire.” Hosted by Rice Recreation and sponsored by American Legion Post for questions or to register. 473. Rice Lions Ballfields, 125th St. NW, Rice. Tuesday, Aug. 11, 11:30 a.m. – Take Off Pounds Sensibly Weekly Meeting. Weigh-in followed by meeting focused on healthy eating, incentives, fun and friendship. Atonement Lutheran Church, 1144 29th Ave. N., St. Cloud. For more information, call 320-492-0410.

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City of Sauk Rapids, Minnesota

Annual Disclosure of Tax Increment Districts for the Year Ended December 31, 2019 TIF District Name:

TIF 4

TIF 20

TIF 21

TIF 23

Current net tax capacity

163,259

43,868

60,961

Original net tax capacity

7,085

1,709

14,312

Captured net tax capacity

156,174

42,159

46,649

Principal and interest payments due in 2020

143,342

30,000

Tax increment received in 2019

35,344

234,211

64,996

68,629

Tax increment expended in 2019

131

143,953

182,159

6,205

Month and year of first tax increment receipt

7/1989

7/1/13

7/1/14

7/1/16

Date of required decertification

12/31/14

12/31/21

12/31/22

12/31/41

Actual Date of decertification

12/31/14

12/31/19

Additional information regarding each district may be obtained from: Mr. Jack Kahlhamer, Finance Director City of Sauk Rapids 250 Summit Ave N Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 (320) 258-5330

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FOLEY – As a sign of policy change implemented by the state’s newly-passed police reform bill, Benton County gave the public the opportunity to comment on the sheriff’s office use of unmanned aerial vehicles Aug. 4 at the board of commissioners meeting. Aside from a public input opportunity, the bill also requires, with certain exemptions, that the county obtain a search warrant before putting a UAV or drone in the air – something Benton County Sheriff Troy Heck said might be an impediment when needing to act quickly.

Only one Benton County resident, Jim Hovda of Langola Township, attended the meeting to offer an opinion. Hovda voiced his support for the use of drones, saying that deputies are employed to protect and serve. He said the drones help them do that and more. Heck said the drones are a useful resource in missing persons cases, locating suspects, search and rescue, documenting crime scenes and can be used in other departments. He said the highway department has used the drone in the past. “There’s a whole lot of things that you can do with that eye in the sky look that’s going to really aid in law enforcement

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work,” Heck said. As part of the public comment period, Heck read some of the Facebook comments received after creating a post about the change. The comments ranged from concerns of spying to total support to personal experiences with drone use. The board also approved a contract with CentraCare for medical services at the county jail for 2021. But, after seeing the 12% increase in cost, commissioners Jake Bauerly and Ed Popp questioned whether the contract was put out for bid. Heck said he did not bid out the contract because he and others within the jail system are happy with the service CentraCare provides. He said CentraCare’s depth of records and knowledge is worth the price and that

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the price increase falls within the current jail budget. In other board news: – Benton Economic Partnership will administer business assistance with the county’s coronavirus relief funds after coming up with an application process. Commissioner Steve Heinen said BEP should ensure funds are not duplicated to the same business for the same reason between city and county County Administrator Monty Headley said final total for coronavirusrelated expenditures, up through this month, will be available by the next board meeting. – Nadean Inman, auditortreasurer, asked for two commissioner volunteers for the canvassing board, which reviews and approves the results of elections after county election officials have proofed the results. Commissioners Ed Popp and Warren Peschl volunteered.

Businesses can apply for grants BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – The Watab Town Board received $81,900 in relief funding July 29 through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act. The funds are solely for the purpose of COVID19-related expenses. Thus far, the township has used some funds to purchase masks and pens for their meetings, as well as shields for the upcoming elections, but their expenses related to the pandemic have been minimal. Given that fact, the board is opening up funds for businesses within the township to apply for grants. Businesses will have to fill out an application and provide a detailed budget of how the funds will be used to offset COVID-19-related costs. The board agreed on a $1,000 limit for each

grant, and the businesses will have to provide receipts for the purchases made with the grant dollars. Businesses will be informed of the opportunity via mail, as well as the notice being posted on the township’s website and Facebook page. In other township news: – Approved a locked dumpster for the town hall with pick up every other week at a cost of $73.69 per month. – Approved $1,500 in crack filling product. Supervisor Steve Wollak will seek hourly rates from Midwest Asphalt to do the crack filling. – The board discussed going out for bids for township engineering. They will convene in a work session 8 a.m. Monday, Aug. 10, to discuss the parameters and bring the discussion back to the 7 p.m. Sept. 8 board meeting.

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BENTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING MINUTES, JULY 21, 2020

The Benton County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on July 21, 2020 in the Benton County Board Room in Foley, MN with Commissioners Jake Bauerly, Steve Heinen, Ed Popp, Spencer Buerkle and Warren Peschl present. Call to order by Chair Buerkle was at 9:00 AM followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. Peschl/Heinen unanimous to approve the agenda as written. Scott DesMarais (13042 – 65th Street NE, Foley) appeared under Open Forum, stating concerns with golf balls “bombarding” his property from the adjoining golf course driving range. He stated that the owners of the golf course have not addressed his concerns; the Foley City Council has referred him to the County Board of Commissioners (the golf course is in the city and the DesMarais property is in the county) . Also speaking was John Bradshaw, a lawyer and personal friend of DesMarais. He stated that a barn on the property had served as a barricade for the golf balls; the barn has since been torn down and this is now a matter of public safety. Chair Buerkle stated that the County Board will take this issue under advisement. Popp/Bauerly unanimous to approve the Consent Agenda: 1) approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of July 7, 2020 as written; and 2) authorize the Board Chair to sign a letter to the State Auditor indicating Benton County’s intent to use a private CPA firm for the 2021 and 2022 financial statement audits. A public hearing to consider Ordinance #478 to rezone Lot 11, Block 1, The Cove (3.88 acres) in Watab Township from “B-1” Business District to “R-3” Single Family Residence, was opened at 9:09 AM. Roxanne Achman, Department of Development Director, explained that the applicant, Phase 2, LLC/ Nate Landwehr, is requesting to rezone this lot from B-1” to “R-3” for the purpose of platting two residential lots. She stated that for the last 22 years, there has not been the ability to move forward with any type of commercial development; the “R-3” zoning would be consistent with the zoning of the surrounding property. Speaking in support of the request was Nathan Landwehr, 6625 – 55th Street NE, Sauk Rapids. With no one else wishing to address the County Board, the public hearing was closed at 9:13 AM. Achman noted that she did receive a call from Brad MacIntosh, who had some concerns about the rezoning in the sense that once it’s rezoned from commercial to residential, the likelihood of this ever being rezoned back to commercial is “slim to none”. She commented “...Watab Township did discuss this matter...they were split on how they felt about the decision...” Peschl noted that the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing and recommended approval of the rezoning. Popp commented “...I, too, had a call from Mr. MacIntosh...and I had one other call...I agree that 22 years is a long time and nothing has happened...” Bauerly stated “...there’s a big demand for housing lots now and not a big demand for commercial lots...” Heinen added his agreement, stating “...it’s all residential all the way around the whole property...” Bauerly/ Peschl unanimous to adopt Ordinance #478, rezoning Lot

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11, Block 1, The Cove, from “B-1” Business District to “R-3” Single Family Residence District, and authorize the Chair to sign. A public hearing to consider the minor final plat entitled “The Cove 3rd Addition”, submitted by Phase 2, LLC/Nate Landwehr, was opened at 9:17 AM. Achman explained that the request is to replat lots within The Cove Development directly abutting the Mississippi River; the replat will result in a reduction of twelve single family dwelling lots and the creation of five larger single family lots. Nathan Landwehr (6625 – 55th Street NE, Sauk Rapids) stated their desire to “make the lots a little bit bigger because we’ve had a hard time getting interest in the smaller lots”. He clarified that all the lots to the north (lots 5 and 6) do have access to the river through the shared Cove Association. With no one else wishing to address the County Board, the public hearing was closed at 9:20 AM. Achman noted that the township has approved the preliminary plat. Peschl added that the Planning Commission held a public hearing on July 9th and recommended approval of the preliminary plat. Peschl/Heinen unanimous to approve the final plat of “The Cove 3rd Addition” and authorize the Chair to sign the final plat. Achman explained that the original Development Agreement for The Cove was entered into on July 18, 2006, with the understanding that any changes to the Agreement would require County Board approval. She stated that the amendment to the Agreement presented today would remove Lot 12, Block 1 and Outlots F & G of The Cove from the Multiple Unit Development; additionally, the centralized docking facilities section is amended to reflect the number of docking/mooring facilities based on the reduced number of Villa units and the elimination of the restaurant site. Achman clarified that the Development Agreement has been signed by James H. Brownson, President of New Pirates Cove, LLC and The Cove Development, as the principal developer of The Cove development. Bauerly/Popp unanimous to approve the request to amend the Development Agreement for the plat of The Cove and The Cove 3rd Addition, and authorize the Chair to sign the new Agreement. Nadean Inman, Auditor-Treasurer, reported on the allowable uses of the 2020 Federal CARES Act funding for elections. She presented the CARES election grant default allocations that each county jurisdiction would receive if they choose to do so; a 20% match would be required of the County, City or Township. Inman stated that her office will provide this information to each jurisdiction, along with a list of allowable uses, and take note whether or not those jurisdictions wish to utilize this funding; she will report back to the Board on her findings. She pointed out that the State is supplying each jurisdiction with PPE for the primary and general elections, including masks and hand sanitizer; the County would also provide additional supplies through the election grant funds the County receives. Inman clarified that the CARES funding cannot be utilized for mail balloting. Heather Bondhus, Senior Deputy Auditor, reported on the curbside voting process and staffing plans for the primary and general elections. Bob Cornelius, Human Services Director, reported that, per discussion at a recent Committee of the Whole meeting, Human Services is initiating a phone bank pilot program to promote better customer service. He referenced previous discussion proposing the elimination of one Eligibility Specialist position to accomplish other changes while remaining “budget neutral”; two proposed changes needing approval today are 1) moving one Eligibility Specialist position to a Lead Eligibility Specialist position, and 2) increasing a 20-hour Support Enforcement Aide position to 40 hours to support the movement of additional workload from the income maintenance unit to the child support unit. Peschl/Heinen unanimous to approve the changes as stated. The Regular County Board meeting was recessed at 9:39 AM to conduct a Human Services Board meeting. The Regular County Board meeting was reconvened at 9:41 AM. Chris Byrd, County Engineer, reported that county staff currently inspect 112 bridges in the county (82 owned by the county, 27 owned by the townships, and 3 owned by the City of Foley); as far as the condition of the bridges, 88% are “OK”, 10% are structurally deficient and 2% are functionally obsolete. Byrd stated that 14 of the bridges are posted as weightrestricted—10 on county roads, 2 on township roads, and 2 on township roads that are actually closed to traffic. He commented “...we really need our legislators to pass a bonding bill because that is a significant source of funds for replacing these local bridges...if there is no bonding bill...these bridges most likely won’t get replaced because we would be forced to come up with local funds...” Byrd explained that, at their February 18th meeting, the Board adopted a resolution that prioritized the replacement of several bridges within the county; since that time, another bridge needs to be prioritized—Bridge L9200 is a Watab Township bridge over Sucker Creek; this bridge could be eligible for Township Bridge replacement funds. He clarified that, per State Aid eligibility criteria, the township is responsible for $10,000 of engineering and $10,000 of construction costs; however, all other costs could be covered. Byrd added that the County would need to be the project sponsor (all bridges identified in the resolution would be “bundled” into one project); the engineer would need to

be selected through an RFP process. He stated that the resolution proposed today includes the addition of Bridge L9200; the next step is to get a commitment from the townships (who have deficient bridges as identified in the resolution) and the City of Foley for their local cost share. Byrd noted that if the townships wish to move forward, he will work with the County Attorney’s Office to draw up agreements. Bauerly/Popp unanimous to adopt Resolution 2020-#27, prioritizing the replacement of bridges, and authorize the Chair to sign. Byrd reported on current maintenance and construction activities, noting that all construction work is expected to be complete by the middle of August. He noted that Benton County has seen steady growth in sales tax collections throughout the pandemic. George Fiedler, Veterans Service Officer, explained that Benton County has used a product called Veteran Information Management System (VIMS) for over 20 years; this system has become outdated and poorly supported with new capabilities. He stated that VetPro by Panoramic Software has been used throughout the United States with great success and support; this software could be purchased through grant funds or, possibly, Federal CARES funding. Michelle Meyer, Assistant County Attorney, noted that staff were able to work out good contract terms. Popp/Heinen unanimous to approve the purchase of VetPro for use in Benton County, and authorize the Chair to sign the agreement. Monty Headley, County Administrator, stated that the St. Cloud Regional Airport Advisory ad hoc group is looking to each member county and the City of St. Cloud to appoint their two representatives to the eventual Airport Commission. Heinen suggested that the Board discuss this issue further at a Committee of the Whole with formal action at the August 4th County Board meeting; there was Board consensus to set a Committee of the Whole later in today’s meeting. Matt Massman, Executive Director with the Minnesota Inter-County Association (MICA), provided an overview of the “unprecedented” 2020 legislative session and its implications for Benton County; much of MICA’s focus shifted from established platform to what was needed to support County pandemic response and continuation of services. Massman reported on the Federal CARES Act funding, noting that Benton County will receive $4,905,923 in CARES funding, which can be used for allowable COVID- related expenses. MICA staff members Nancy Silesky (Public Health/Health and Human Services Liaison) and Steve Novak (Transportation and Bonding Liaison) were additional presenters. Novak commented “...if there is no bonding bill, there won’t be any local road bonding money...no local bridge bonding money... no money for the local road wetland replacement program which, basically, will demolish next year’s spring construction season...no greater Minnesota transit money... no rail service money...and no airport money...” Massman commented on the current status of the State General Fund Budget, stating “...we started in February with a proposed positive balance of $1.5 billion...went to a $2.4 billion deficit in May...FY2022-2023 was excluded from May reestimates, so is very likely to be worse...” Benton SWCD Manager, Gerry Maciej, was present to provide a review of 2019 accomplishments of the Benton SWCD; report highlights: • 2019 Financial Contributions for Conservation Projects was $3,479,303--$931,755 was spent as a result of local landowner contributions. • Countless hours were contributed by the community in the Little Rock Lake Drawdown which has led to positive water quality impacts in Little Rock Lake. • Stormwater Treatment Project in Northeast St. Cloud Pat Gehling, NRSC District Conservationist, highlighted the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), a Federal program administered by NRCS. He spoke of the success of EQIP in Benton County, stating “...I can’t take credit for that...we have an active Soil & Water Conservation District that works side by side...we are housed in the same office...in a direct partnership...” Popp commented “...that $931,755 spent by local landowners...that doesn’t happen without the quality of staff...I think our SWCD and Pat...they’ve combined everything to make this work...” Maciej referenced the recent Committee of the Whole discussion regarding One Watershed One Plan; staff are setting up a meeting with Sherburne County and the Sherburne County SWCD. There was consensus of the Board to appoint the Benton County Commissioner representative to this meeting at the August 4th meeting of the County Board. Peschl/Heinen unanimous to set Committee of the Wholes: July 28, Regional Airport Authority Appointees/ Federal CARES Funding. Board members reported on recent meetings they attended on behalf of the county. Popp/Heinen unanimous to adjourn at 11:46 AM. Spencer C. Buerkle, Chair Benton County Board of Commissioners ATTEST: Montgomery Headley Benton County Administrator R-32-1B

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College athletes react to postponement MIAC moves some sports to spring season BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – Each year in August, when colleges and universities resume classes for the academic year, so do fall athletics. However, the ongoing coronavirus pandemic is changing the scope of the fall sports season. The Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference has postponed competition in crosscountry, football, soccer and volleyball, and the conference is working to develop spring schedules for those sports. “I’m upset and wish it could be different but understand it is out of my control and the circumstances are not ideal,” said Anthony Massman. “I am just trying to make the best out of the situation and look at it as an opportunity to further improve my game.” Massman graduated from Sauk Rapids-Rice High School in 2018 and is a wide receiver for the Gustavus Adolphus football team in St. Peter. Massman said he is missing out on opportunities

with his teammates and coaches but is thankful he will have a season in the spring. In the meantime, Massman hopes to practice with the team in some capacity. He said the extra time for training and development will only help going into spring. Marcus Santillana, a 2019 SRRHS graduate and linebacker for the Augsburg College football team in Minneapolis, agreed. “We get more time to get bigger, stronger, faster and better,” Santillana said. “That’s a great opportunity to have.” Mens and womens golf and tennis teams, which are categorized as low-risk sports, will be permitted to compete against conference opponents this fall in accordance with campus, state and NCAA health directives, as well as the MIAC return-to-athletics plan. “Our No. 1 priority is the health and safety of students and staff,” said Paul Pribbenow, chair of the MIAC Presidents’ Council and Augsburg University president, in a press release. “The deci-

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Police Activity Report Sauk Rapids Police Department July 28 1558 hours: Officers received a driving complaint of a van all over the road and nearly hitting a motorcycle near the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and Benton Drive South. Officers located the vehicle and spoke with the driver. July 29 2252 hours: Officers received a noise complaint from the 100 block of 18th Street Northwest. Officers arrived and spoke with the residents who said they were getting ready to move. Officers advised to keep the noise down. Aug. 1 2040 hours: Officers received a report of hearing five gunshots in rapid succession near River Avenue and Sixth Street South. Officers searched the area for an extended period of time but were unable to locate anyone or any damaged property. Incidents: 23 medical calls. 21 various calls, 17 assists, 13 traffic stops, 12 welfare checks, 10 suspicious activity reports, 8 domestics, 7 permits, 7 alarms, 6 property, 6 human services reports, 5 harassments, 4 civil, 4 disturbances, 4 animals, 3 driving, 3 warrants, 3 violation court orders, 2 accidents, 2 guns, 2 extra patrols, 2 ordinance violations, 2 vehicles and 2 burglaries.

July 31 1608 hours: Officers received a request for a welfare check on the 100 block of Fourth Avenue Northwest. Officers followed up, and the female was fine. Incidents: 7 various calls, 3 assists and 3 suspicious activity reports.

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in early September. Both conferences impact several SRRHS graduates. Training and practices for all teams within the MIAC will be permitted in accordance with NCAA Division III rules, and campus, state and NCAA health directives. This gives Massman and Santillana hope for practice with their teammates. “Anytime together will help and keep building those bonds,” Massman said. “It will only help us prepare and practice more for the season.” With COVID-19 changing the scope of many aspects of communities and the continued uncertainty around the 2020-21 school year and its activities, Santillana continues to be optimistic despite the changes. “You can look at the glass half empty and say, ‘This bites we can’t play,’” he said. “But, I’m choosing to look at the glass half full since we have more time to get ready for the spring 2021 season.”

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sion to postpone competition for many of our fall sports was very difficult, as we know how much our student-athletes want to compete and how important athletics are to each of our campuses, but we need to put ourselves in a position to return to play as safely as possible.” Other SRRHS graduates impacted by the MIAC decision are Camdin Carlson-Mathies, a defensive back for the Augsburg College football team; Erik Moline, a linebacker for the St. John’s University football team; Julia Severson of the Gustavus Adolphus cross-country team; and Emma Mader who runs cross-country at Hamline University. The Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference made similar decisions. The WIAC postponed many of its fall seasons to spring, whereas the NSIC delayed the start of the fall season with practices beginning

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REVISED NOTICE OF CANDIDATE FILINGS FOR THE CITY OF RICE Notice is hereby given that Affidavits of Candidacy will be accepted at the City Clerk’s office during the filing period of July 28th, 2020 through August 11th, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. for the following City Council seats: 1 Council Seat – At-Large – 2 Year Term 2 Council Seats - At-Large—4 Year Term Mayor – At-Large- 2 Year Term Candidates’ names will appear on the November 3rd, 2020 General Election ballot. Listed below are the filing requirements for those individuals seeking public office: 1. Candidate must be an eligible voter. 2. Is, or will be on assuming the office, 21 years of age or more. 3. Maintained residence in the district from which the candidate seeks election for 30 days before the General Election. Candidates must file an Affidavit of Candidacy and pay a $2 filing fee with the City Clerk’s office at the City Hall, 205 Main St E. Office hours are 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Monday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday. Filings will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on August 13th, 2020. This notice of filing is being given pursuant to Minnesota Statute 205.13, Subd. 2. Julie Fandel Rice City Clerk Posted: July 20th, 2020 Published: July 17, 2020 R-32-1B

After Wednesday’s 5-2 victory against and Rogers is a lefty with a crossfire dean overmatched Pittsburgh Pirates team, livery who thrives on deception. It is not the Minnesota Twins pushed their Ameriyour traditional bullpen, but this motley can League-leading record to an imprescrew is clearly getting the job done for sive 10-2. The Twins are doing everything the Twins. well right now, and with their relatively The schedule is not going to get easy schedule, they are taking advantage much tougher for the Twins anytime of some favorable matchups. As expected, soon. After Thursday’s matinee with the Bomba Squad is continuing to mash the Pirates, the Twins play their next dingers and put up runs at a prodigious 16 games against the sub-.500 Royals COLUMNIST and Brewers before a big series against rate, but the Twins are also pitching ex- SPORTS BY ANDY THAYER ceedingly well despite injuries to three Cleveland starting Aug. 24. If the Twins key starting pitchers. can capitalize on their easy schedule, The Twins rank second in the American League they can potentially build an insurmountable lead in runs scored with 63. While they have posted im- in the American League Central Division before the pressive power numbers (17 homers in 12 games), start of September. It is tough to believe, but the the thing that has caught my eye early in the season 2020 regular season is already 20% complete, and if has been their timely hitting. Nelson Cruz already has the Twins can continue to pile up wins over the next 15 RBIs and multiple walk-off hits, which is in direct couple of weeks, they are going to be in great shape defiance of Father Time’s normal rules of engage- heading into September. ment, and other role players like Marwin Gonzalez, Alex Avila and Jake Cave have also provided huge hits in clutch situations. This Twins lineup is truly relentless from top to bottom, and it is going to become even more potent once Josh Donaldson recovers from NOTICE OF VOLUNTARY MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE his calf injury and returns to the heart of the order. THE RIGHT TO REARRANGEMENT OF legal holiday, in which case 37-20-001478 Max Kepler has taken another big step forward and VERIFICATION OF THE THE TOWN (NOW CITY) it is the next weekday, and THIS IS A has become a legitimate power threat at the top of the DEBT AND IDENTITY OF FOLEY, BENTON unless the redemption period COMMUNICATION FROM order, and if Miguel Sano and Mitch Garver can find OF THE ORIGINAL COUNTY, MINNESOTA. is reduced to 5 weeks under A DEBT COLLECTOR. their strokes, this team is going to absolutely mash CREDITOR WITHIN THE COUNTY IN WHICH MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or THIS IS A the ball on a consistent basis. TIME PROVIDED BY PROPERTY IS LOCATED: 582.032. C O M M U N I C AT I O N However, the real reason the Twins have an LAW IS NOT AFFECTED Benton M O R T G A G O R ( S ) FROM A DEBT O R I G I N A L RELEASED FROM COLLECTOR. American League-best +30 run differential through BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF FINANCIAL OBLIGATION NOTICE OF 12 games is their pitching. Despite Jake Odorizzi, POSTPONEMENT OF Rich Hill and Homer Bailey all missing starts with GIVEN, that default has MORTGAGE: $108,007.00 ON MORTGAGE:None AMOUNT DUE “THE TIME ALLOWED BY M O R T G A G E injuries, the team has the fourth-best ERA in baseball occurred in conditions of following described AND CLAIMED TO BE LAW FOR REDEMPTION FORECLOSURE SALE at 2.69. Kenta Maeda and Randy Dobnak, in particu- the mortgage: DUE AS OF DATE OF BY THE MORTGAGOR, Pursuant to the provisions of lar, have been sensational. Both of them use moveDATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING THE MORTGAGOR’S Minnesota Statutes 580.07, ment, command and deception to get batters out, and MORTGAGE: April 3, TAXES, IF ANY, PAID P E R S O N A L the foregoing foreclosure it is a joy to watch. In a league where everything has 2018 BY MORTGAGEE: R E P R E S E N T AT I V E S sale is postponed until July become about power and velocity, these guys are true M O R T G A G O R : $109,690.23 OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE 28, 2020, at 10:00 AM at throwbacks. There is a big difference between being Quentin Markfort and Crystal That prior to the REDUCED TO FIVE the Benton County Sheriff’s a pitcher and being a thrower, and Maeda and Dob- Markfort, husband and wife. commencement of this WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL Office, 581 Highway 23 M O R T G A G E E : mortgage foreclosure ORDER IS ENTERED Northeast Foley, MN, in said nak both fit squarely in the former category. Electronic proceeding Mortgagee/ UNDER MINNESOTA county and state. The team’s bullpen has also been lights-out. Their Mortgage SECTION Dated: June 22, 2020 primary relievers (Tyler Clippard, Matt Wisler, Tyler Registration Systems, Inc. Assignee of Mortgagee STATUTES, as nominee for Everett complied with all notice 582.032, DETERMINING, Lakeview Loan Servicing, Duffey, Cody Stashak, Trevor May, Sergio Romo Financial, Inc. D/B/A requirements as required AMONG OTHER LLC and Taylor Rogers) have combined to give up two Supreme Lending. by statute; That no action THINGS, THAT THE Mortgagee/Assignee of earned runs in 34 1/3 innings. I mean, you cannot get Mortgagee DATE AND PLACE OF or proceeding has been MORTGAGED PREMISES much better than that. The interesting thing about the RECORDING: WEINGARDEN Recorded instituted at law or otherwise ARE IMPROVED USSET, Twins’ bullpen is they have such a variety of pitch- April 6, 2018 Benton County to recover the debt secured WITH A RESIDENTIAL AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. ers they can use depending on the situation. May and Recorder, Document No. by said mortgage, or any part DWELLING OF LESS Attorneys for Mortgagee/ thereof; THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE Assignee of Mortgagee Duffey are traditional flame throwers. Romo barely 428665. ASSIGNMENTS OF PURSUANT to the NOT PROPERTY USED 4500 Park Glen Road #300 cracks 80 mph anymore and slings cross-breaking AGRICULTURAL Minneapolis, MN 55416 frisbee sliders to put away hitters. Clippard has re- MORTGAGE: Assigned to: power of sale contained in IN verse platoon splits and his primary pitch is a change- Lakeview Loan Servicing, said mortgage, the above PRODUCTION, AND ARE (952) 925-6888 37-20-001478 Dated January 14, described property will be ABANDONED.” up. Wisler throws more breaking balls than fastballs, LLC. THIS IS A 2020 Recorded February sold by the Sheriff of said Dated: February 11, 2020

Pulse on People Benton County marriage applications

– Alexander Vincent Sherk and Alysse Alexandra Jensen, both of Foley. – Adam Louis Foss and Tessa Marie Winkelman, both of Foley. – Derek Allen King and Stephanie Lee Hipsag, both of St. Cloud. – Brent Mitchell Lindgren and Danielle Marie Smallwood, both of Sauk Rapids. – Tyler John Nelson, of Rice, and Jacquelyn Ann Baumann, of Sauk Rapids.

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OSHKOSH, Wis. – Joseph Schimnich, of Sauk Rapids, earned a degree in leadership and organizational studies in aviation management following the spring semester at University of Wisconsin in Oshkosh. Schimnich is a Foley High School graduate. GRAND FORKS, N.D. – Sauk Rapids residents Andrew Abraham, Ross Chapa and Alycia Peacock earned bachelor’s degrees following spring semester at University of North Dakota in Grand Forks. Chapa studied nursing. Peacock received a degree in general studies, and Abraham’s Bachelor of Science did not specify. Chloe Ree, of Rice, earned a Doctorate of Medicine degree. Mitchell Mimbach, of Rice, earned a master’s in physician assistant studies. Natasha Lundgren-Trobec, of Rice, earned a Master of Arts degree.

7, 2020, as Document No. 441194. TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE I D E N T I F I C AT I O N NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: 100307110009143509 LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: Everett Financial, Inc. D/B/A Supreme Lending RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: M&T Bank M O RT G A G E D PROPERTY ADDRESS: 160 Dewey St, Foley, MN 56329 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: 13.00141.00 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: LOT ONE (1), BLOCK ONE (1), ALSO A STRIP OF LAND 40 FEET WIDE BY 150 FEET LONG, LYING EAST OF LOT 1, BLOCK 1 AND BEING THE WEST HALF (W 1/2) OF FIRST AVENUE (NOW VACATED) IN FOLEY’S

county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: April 7, 2020 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Benton County Sheriff’s Office, 581 Highway 23 Northeast Foley, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees allowed by law subject to redemption within six (6) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07. TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owneroccupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on October 7, 2020, unless that date falls on a weekend or

Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/ Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 37 - 20-001478 FC NOTICE OF POSTPONEMENT OF M O R T G A G E FORECLOSURE SALE Pursuant to the provisions of Minnesota Statutes 580.07, the foregoing foreclosure sale is postponed until June 16, 2020, at 10:00 AM at the Benton County Sheriff’s Office, 581 Highway 23 Northeast Foley, MN, in said county and state. Dated: April 8, 2020 Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/ Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888

C O M M U N I C AT I O N FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. NOTICE OF POSTPONEMENT OF M O R T G A G E FORECLOSURE SALE Pursuant to the provisions of Minnesota Statutes 580.07, the foregoing foreclosure sale is postponed until September 15, 2020, at 10:00 AM at the Benton County Sheriff’s Office, 581 Highway 23 Northeast Foley, MN, in said county and state. Dated: July 30, 2020 Lakeview Loan Servicing, LLC Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/ Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 37-20-001478 THIS IS A C O M M U N I C AT I O N FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. R-32-1B

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Storm U18 concludes season with shutout loss to Sabres Sauk Rapids-Rice collects a 2-8 record during summer BY EVAN MICHEALSON STAFF WRITER

With one last game to make a statement, the Sauk Rapids-Rice Storm U18 team found themselves silenced by their crosstown rivals. Tyler Gentile held the Storm scoreless, allowing just two hits over seven innings as the SartellSt. Stephen Sabres U18 squad did just enough to seize a 2-0 season-ending triumph over SRR Aug. 6 at St. Cloud Orthopedics Field in Sartell. “We know all about them, so it’s about who can execute better than the other team, and they executed better than we did,” said Reid Lunser, coach of the SRR U18 team. Derek Durant received the nod for the Storm and delivered a

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stellar outing in his final appearance for SRR baseball. The senior completed six innings and allowed two runs on five hits while striking out four. “He stayed pedal to the medal the whole game,” Lunser said. “It was great pitching from Derek. We just couldn’t back him up.” The visitors did not gain much traction offensively but still had their chances. SRR stranded a pair of runners in scoring position in the top of the second inning and a runner on third in the sixth inning, narrowly missing out on chances to pull closer. “We couldn’t catch up,” Lunser said. “At the end of the game, we

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Noah Jenson awaits a throw from his pitcher Aug. 6 at St. Cloud Orthopedics Field in Sartell. Two Sartell-St. Stephen baserunners crossed home plate, enough for them to steal a victory from Sauk Rapids-Rice.

strung a bit together but tional hit when we needed couldn’t knock that situa- it most.” The shutout marks the conclusion of the Central Minnesota League U18 season for SRR. They wrap up the summer with a 2-8 record, a campaign containing several highs and lows. The record, however, was secondary to the reps the players received after the cancellation of the spring sports season. “It was really great to give these guys some at-bats and some playing time,” Lunser said. “It’s good seeing these guys just getting something great when these times aren’t the greatest.” Cathedral 12, SRR 11 Terrence Moody takes his base Aug. 6 at St. Cloud The Storm U18 team, Orthopedics Field in Sartell. Moody and the Storm U18 through their experiences team managed to get runners in scoring positions on several occasions but could not find the scoreboard in a in the Central Minnesota League alone, are familiar 2-0 loss to Sartell-St. Stephen. with comebacks. Unfortunately, they

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were on the losing end of a spectacular comeback effort Aug. 4, with the Cathedral Chutes rallying from six runs down to stun the Storm 12-11 in eight innings at Goenner Park in Clear Lake. SRR scored three lightning-fast runs in the first inning before striking again for five more in the fourth behind their first seven baserunners reaching base. However, the Chutes rallied in the bottom of the fifth inning with the entire lineup receiving an at-bat in a momentumshifting bombardment. After the disastrous frame concluded, the Storm sat even with their neighboring foes at 8-8. When the contest remained deadlocked into extra innings, John Hawkins sent Cathedral fans home happy with a

game-winning RBI double. Cold Spring 8, SRR 3 The Storm’s second venture against the Cold Spring U18 team proved less fortunate than their first. Cold Spring scored two runs in four separate innings, demonstrating an impeccable offensive consistency in an 8-3 victory July 30 at Cold Spring Baseball Park in Cold Spring. SRR struggled to match Cold Spring’s firepower, picking up two singles as a team in the first five innings. By then, their hard-to-match opponents were up by six. The Storm capitalized on a pair of Cold Spring errors in the sixth inning, with Brandon Bokelman and Riley Weinand contributing clutch singles in a three-run frame.

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HONORING 4-H Kaylee Jurek

Parents: Ryan and Emmylou Jurek, of Duelm Age: 18 4-H club: Elk River Critters Years in club: 9

Hudson Kleine Parents: Bryan and Amy Kleine, of Sauk Rapids Age: 10 4-H club: North Benton Years in club: 2

Tell us about your involvement in 4-H. I am the president of my club and have been an officer in my club for three years. I am also the secretary of the leaders council. At the fair, I show dairy, pigs and photography. I also bring my chicks and hen to the FFA barnyard.

Tell us about your involvement in 4-H. I have done projects including painting a club wheelbarrow, photography and building a wren house, which I am excited about because there is a wren family living in it right now. I will also show our dog, Lucky, and maybe chickens next year. I also was in the virtual 4-H summer day camp this What is your favorite 4-H activity? Showing dairy cows because year. I get to compete with some of my friends. I enjoy trying to improve and learn from the judge and everyone showing. What is your favorite 4-H activity? The club meetings and being around the other 4-H kids. Especially now, I miss my 4-H friends and Tell us about a memorable moment. Last year at the state fair, look forward to seeing them again. I placed seventh of roughly 100 kids in showmanship. I was not expecting to place in the top 10. The year prior I did not make it to Tell us about a memorable moment. When I was talking to the the final ring. I was showing my Jersey winter calf Aribella. She had judge about building my birdhouse, I was nervous. But, I liked talking placed second and received a purple ribbon in her class. I was nervous about it and why I built it the way I did. going into the final ring because I knew the competition would be tougher than the first ring. I used the best of my knowledge and Describe one of your favorite projects. Building the birdhouse. I skills, and when we went into the final lineup, I was overjoyed and spent a lot of time making it with my dad, and it feels good to give shocked by how I placed. a home to a family of birds for them to raise their babies. I also like training my dog and building a better relationship. Describe one of your favorite projects. Dairy cattle, especially the crossbred cow, Gabriella, I showed last year. I started showing her What have you learned during your time in 4-H? I learned being two years ago when she was a heifer. She started out as a crazy heifer with your dog is precious, and how we need to care for them and the but has slowly turned into a sweet cow. When I first started to lead environment. I have also learned some cooking, building and how to her, she would take off on me and hated being clipped. Throughout better have conversations about 4-H. the years, she has grown fond of being pampered and loves taking naps at the fair with me. She is definitely one of my favorites. Who is your 4-H mentor, and what did you learn from them? My mom. She taught me how to train a dog as well as art and cooking. What have you learned during your time in 4-H? How to become a leader, have a good work ethic, and that you can always improve your skills no matter how long you have done it. At the fair, 4-H has taught me how to interact with the public as well as show them the great things we do in 4-H. Who is your 4-H mentor, and what did you learn from them? Cheryl Scapanski. She has taught me how to become a leader and to always be willing to help people. She is constantly looking for new ways to get everyone in our club involved.

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Parents: Shawn and Laura Pollard, of Foley Age: 16 4-H club: 79ers Years in club: 10

Tell us about your involvement in 4-H. I have been the club’s treasurer for five years. I show beef cows, miniature horse and my dog. I also do projects in crafts, photos, rockets, fine arts and vegetables. What is your favorite 4-H activity? I like showing my dog, Arrow. A bunch of my friends compete in the dog project, but it is also fun because I teach tricks. Obedience is my favorite part. Tell us about a memorable moment. The first time I showed a cow alone. The animals are really big, and it felt great knowing I could control them. I was showing Daisy, one of our Simmental cows, and got a blue ribbon. Describe one of your favorite projects. I did a tree with butterflies and flowers on a canvas using quilling paper, which is thin strips of paper. You use a tool to roll it, pinch corners and things for different shapes and glue them to a canvas. I got a championship ribbon. It took a long time, and I had never done it before. What have you learned during your time in 4-H? How to be creative with what you have around the house, be a leader, be in a group and speak up. Who is your 4-H mentor, and what did you learn from them? Donita Beehler. She taught me how to be a leader, speak up and be loud. She has been a key leader of the 4-H group for a lot of years.

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