ST. CLOUD – A Foley man was taken to the hospital Sept. 6 after being involved in a collision on Highway 10 in Watab Township.
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Walcheski was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries by Mayo Clinic Ambulance Service. He was cited for fail to yield for the right of way, according to the report.
Foley man injured in Highway 10 accident
According to the Minnesota State Patrol, Andrew Walcheski, 24, of Foley, was westbound on Little Rock Lake Road shortly after 3:30 p.m. He stopped at the stop sign prior to entering Highway 10 where his vehicle was struck by a northbound vehicle driven by Tracey Robak, 45, of Rice.
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The 2022 Sauk Rapids-Rice High School homecoming court – freshmen attendants Hannah Solarz (front, from left) and Zaiden Colburn; (middle, from left) junior attendant Paige Miller; senior queen candidates Olivia Bauer, Morgan Eggert, Saige Moliga, April Nelson and Julia Satre; sophomore attendant Kendra Teff ; (back, from left) junior attendant Abdulaziz Said; senior king candidates Jeff Solorz, Andrew Bemboom, Kavan Gullette, Owen Berg and Ethan Anderson; and sophomore attendant Hayden Brown – stands outside SRRHS Sept. 15 in Sauk Rapids. The students will represent their classes at homecoming coronation, which takes place at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 19, inside the SRRHS Performing Arts Center.
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Sandy enjoyed playing cards, reading, being outdoors and spending time on the lake at the cabin up north. She loved spending time with her family and friends and was a mentor to all children. Sandy was a loving and (Donald)Tova,Michael,Kimball;son,Buschdaughter,Jeromehergrandmother.generousSurvivorsincludehusbandof57years,ofSaukRapids;Michelle(Dale)ofBrooklynPark;Steven(Regina)ofgrandchildren,Lauren,Azar,Amry;sister,KarenCassidyof
Funeral service was Sept. 15 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sauk Rapids for Sandra A. Dahlager, age 79, of Sauk Rapids who died Saturday at the St. Cloud Hospital. Rev. John Beck of ciated and burial was at Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery near Little Falls. Visitation was Sept. 14 at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids and one hour prior to the services Thursday at the church.Sandy was born Nov. 16, 1942, in Fergus Falls to Arthur and Selma (Lerbakken) Hanson. She married Jerome Dahlager Dec. 27, 1964, in Rothsay. Sandy lived in the St. Cloud and Sauk Rapids area and was an elementary teacher for District 742 for 22 Sandra A. Dahlager
Minnesota Vikings, and spending time with his grandchildren. Roger had a great sense of humor, was a great joke teller and always got a good bargain at garageSurvivorssales.include his wife of 55 years, Mary Jane of Sartell; children, Michelle (Jay) Maehren of Rice, Mike (Kim) Gangl of Kimball, and Robin ( ancé Jesse) Gangl of Sartell; grandchildren, Tom Sr. and girlfriend Shannon, Tim, Noah, Cody, Caleb, Austin and girlfriend Emilee; Joseph,Park,Edlet;IsabellaJohnathan,children,great-grand-TommyJr.,Ty,Kevin“Izzy”,andVio-brothersandsister,(Linda)ofBrooklynHerman(Pat)ofSt.Clarence(Linda)
• Lead watershed planning efforts
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Roger was born July 12, 1946, in St. Cloud to Fred and Rose (Eddle) Gangl. He married Mary Jane Spaeth July 15, 1965, at St. Mary’s Cathedral in St. Cloud. He lived in St. Cloud until moving to Sartell in 2002. Rog-
Individuals needing reasonable accommodations should contact Gerry Maciej, District Manager at (320) 968-5300, ext. 3 for arrangements.
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Application materials and a complete job description are available at www.soilandwater.org or can be picked up at our office.
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A celebration of life will be 4-7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 19, at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids for Tara R. Webster, age 52, who passed away Sept. 7, 2022, at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids. There will be a time of sharing at 6:30 p.m. at the funeral home.Tara was born April 11, 1970, in Bemidji to Peter and Patricia (Yocum)
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living in Florida and in Minnesota. Tara loved all sports and had an extensive collection of signed jerseys and other memorabilia. She enjoyed concerts, plays, the arts, traveling, and loved to be around people as she made friends wherever she went. Tara was generous, thoughtful, self-reliant, independent and supportive.Tarais survived by her parents, Peter and
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Memorial services will be noon Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022, at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids for Roger M. Gangl, age 76, who passed away peacefully Sunday at his home surrounded by his family. Visitation will be one hour prior to the services Thursday at the funeral home in Sauk Rapids. Please wear Viking colors to the service in honor of Roger.
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years, retiring in 2002.
At this creative and colorful class, people will learn how to make an original masterpiece with step-by-step instructions. No prior art experience necessary, but fun is required. This class features a classic fall scene of a blue jay perched on a colorful maple tree branch. All materials and instruction included in cost. Painting is completed in three hours to take home and display. Tuesday, Sept. 20, 6-9 p.m. at Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School, 901 First St. S., Sauk Rapids.
• Administer Minnesota Buffer Law & Wetlands Conservation Act programs
Acrylic Painting on Canvas
Patricia of Sauk Rapids; brother, Seth (Wendy) of St. Anthony; and nephews, Chandler and Jayden.Guests attending the celebration are encouraged to wear their favorite sports
Tasks include:
Webster. She worked in human resources and accounts payable while
To register or for more information on programs and costs, contact Sauk Rapids-Rice Community Education at www.isd47.org/ce or 320-258-1577.
To apply submit an employment application, letter of introduction and resume to Benton SWCD, 14 2nd Ave W. Foley, MN 56329 by 4:00 pm, Wednesday, September 21, 2022.
New York Mills; nephews, Timothy, Jason and Daniel Cassidy and John Dahlager; nieces, Suzanne Frost and Kristine Scott. She was preceded in death by her parents and an infantObituary,sister. guest book and video tribute available online at dingmann.comwww.williams-R-37-1B
er was a truck driver for Consolidated Freight, Budget, and Riders. He was also a bartender at Midway in St. Joseph, Delwin, Sportsman, and Moose Lodge. Roger was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church in St. Cloud and the Moose Lodge. He enjoyed shing, mushroom picking, the
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The Benton Soil and Water Conservation District is hiring a Watershed & Outreach Specialist.
Do you want to become a healthier better you? If so, this class can launch that for you. Participants will delve into components of health that can help people manage weight, lose weight, increase energy and talk about areas for improvement. Now is a great time to start working on yourself, right before the holidays. Monday, Sept. 26, 6-7 p.m. – Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School, 901 First St. S., Sauk Rapids.
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• Additional qualifications can be found on the position description.
Tara R. Webster
• Coordinate the SWCD environmental education program
OBITUARIES
Financial Services, Inc., Commodity Credit Corporation, Corporation Service Company, CNH Industrial Capital America LLC (aka CNH Capital America LLC), Falcon Leasing, Falcon National Bank, Shef eld Financial, Truist Bank, Branch Banking and Trust Company, First State Bank of Bigfork, Hermantown Federal Credit Union, United States Internal Revenue Service, CGB Agri Financial Services, Inc., Centricity Credit Union, Accounts Receivable Services, LLC (aka Accounts Receivables Services), Snap-on Credit LLC, TD Auto Finance, LLC f/k/a Chrysler Financial, State of Minnesota Department of Revenue, andMaryAssociation,BrainardBank,LLC,CreditLLC,AgricreditEquipmentServices,NorthlandAGCOFederalCreditFSA,ANOKA/HENNEPINBank,SHERBURNE/AdmiralsCentralMinnesotaUnion,ProctorCreditUnion,FinanceLLC,CapitalFinancialLLC,WesternFinance,Inc.,AcceptanceMembersCooperativeUnion,FBNFinance,WoodlandsNationalSpireCreditUnion,SavingsandLoanJohnDoe,Roe,ABCPartnership,XYZCorporation,
ASSUMED NAME: Birch Spring Apartment Homes
B. Approve CDL Training for Public Works Employee
Motion: Moved by Councilperson Ellering and seconded by Councilperson Seamans to approve consent agenda item 9A-9H. Motion carried unanimously.
• Adding Assistant Police Chief
Kenny Schiller,120 4th Avenue South, questioned if he will be assessed again on storm sewer as he already has been assessed several years ago. Hedlund said that the policy is that assessments are typically assessed on a twentyyear cycle, so given the amount of time that has passed since Schiller was last assessed, he did feel that the property in question would be assessed.
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B. Parking on Half Street Discussion
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C. Approve and Adopt Resolution Approving Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for Clearwater American
PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS: 3709 Quail Road NE, P.O. Box 564, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 USA.
The City Council agreed by consensus to move ahead with proposed budget and did not express a need for another budget workshop/discussion.
CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota
A. Rock the Riverside—Ross Olson reminded everyone that Rock the Riverside takes place every Thursday evening at The Clearing through early September. The opening act plays from 5:30 p.m. until 6:45 p.m. The headliner plays from 7:00 p.m. until 9:30 p.m.
: Moved by Councilperson Ellering and seconded by Councilperson Seamans to adjourn the meeting. Motion carriedMayorunanimously.Hunstiger adjourned the meeting at 6:47R-37-1Bp.m.
Kahlhamer said that the total proposed levy for 2023
NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE JUDGMENTUNDERANDDECREE
Purpose
5. Receive and File
A. Applicant
1.
F. Approve Plans and Speci cations and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for the Water Treatment Plant Roof Replacement Project
2. Close Public Hearing
STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF BENTON DISTRICT COURT SEVENTH JUDICIAL CaseDISTRICTType: Foreclosure Court File 05-CV-21-516No.
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To Consider Improvements of Division Street from 2nd to 8th Avenue North, 3rd Avenue South from Division to 1st Street South, 4th Avenue from 1st Street South to 2nd Street North, and 7th and 8th Avenue North from Division to 1st Street North
Dayle Tenney, 16 7th Ave S, questioned how his piece of property will be handled. Hedlund said that because the parcel is all wetland and undevelopable, there is no assess-
• Utilities for three government buildings, which have doubled from January through June of this year
• Police of cer hiring process
Motion: Moved by Councilperson Sauer and seconded by Councilperson Ellering to approve the Resolution Authorizing the Plans and Speci cations for the 2023 Division Street Improvements. Motion carried unanimously.
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• Police Administrative Position for full year
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D.LegionApprove Allied Blacktop for 2022 Sealcoating
• 3% contract wage increases
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PUBLIC NOTICES
Troy Heck
Phone: (612) 716-3099R-33-6B
BENTON COUNTYSHERIFF
NAMEHOLDER(S): Birch Spring Apartments, LLC, 3709 Quail Road NE, P.O. Box 564, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379(4)USA.Bytyping my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required elds, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. /s/ Marc W. 09/12/2022SugdenR-37-2B
Motion: Moved by Councilperson Ellering and seconded by Councilperson Sauer to approve the agenda as amended. Motion carried unanimously.
G. Approve Sending City Administrator to the 2022 Washington Fly-In
ment currently proposed. Hedlund explained that there are no plans to assess something that isn’t buildable.
The Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 14, Township 37, Range 28, Benton County, Minnesota.Allcontained in the County of Benton, State of Minnesota.
Dated: August 16, 2022 By: /s/ Troy Heck Deputy Sheriff
3. Approve the Agenda
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Motion: Moved by Councilperson Sauer and seconded by Councilperson Seamans to close the public hearing. Motion carried unanimously.
NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE
NoticeDefendants.ishereby given, that under and by virtue of an Findings of Facts, Conclusions of Law, And Order for Judgment and Judgment (the “Judgment”) entered in the aboveentitled action on or about April 15, 2022, of which a certi ed copy has been delivered to me directing the sale of the premises, hereinafter described, to satisfy the amount found and adjudged due said Plaintiff in the above entitled action from Defendants, as prescribed in the Judgment, the undersigned Sheriff of Benton County will sell at public auction, to the highest bidder, for cash, on the 25th day of October, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at the Benton County Sheriff’s of ce, 581 Highway 23, Foley, MN 56329, in the said County and State, the premises and real estate described in said Judgment, legally described as:
6. Mayor’s Communications
This week’s opening act is Wheelhouse Trio and Dirty Little Secret is the headliner. Olson thanked this week’s sponsor, which is Rinke Noonan.
13. Approve List of Bills and Claims Motion: Moved by Councilperson Sauer and seconded by Councilperson Ellering to approve the List of Bills and Claims. Motion carried unanimously.
NONE
Motion: Moved by Councilperson Seamans and seconded by Councilperson Ellering to approve the 7-11-2022 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes. Motion carried unanimously
4. Approve Minutes
is $5,399,700, which is a $577,500 increase of 11.89% increase. He discussed the tax impact on residential homes. Kahlhamer noted that while the tax rate is showing a decrease, almost all of the drop in the estimated tax rate is due to property owners having an average increase in value of around 15-20% in Sauk Rapids.
12. Other Council Items and Communications NONE
11. Other Staff Items
14. MotionAdjournment
E. Approve Resolution Calling the 2015B Bonds
Mayor Kurt Hunstiger called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Members present: Jason Ellering, Nick Sauer, and Dottie Seamans. Members absent: Ellen Thronson.
City of Sauk Rapids
B. 7-25-2022 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
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1. Open Public Hearing
A. 7-11-2022 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
8. Public Hearings
Ross Olson noted that due to forecasted storms, last week’s concert was cancelled. Olson said that the sponsor event for August 18th as well as the band will now take place and play on September 8th. The sponsor for September 8th will be Premier Real Estate Services and the opening act is Jennifer Lamb-Randolph and Jim Anderson with Mall Rats as the headliner.
Star Bank,Plaintiff,
Ross Olson said that in discussions with Sauk Rapids-Rice School District, there have been some concerns raised regarding Half Street. Olson explained that the concern is regarding pick-up and drop-offs at Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School. He advised that Administration will work with the Police Department and the Public Works Department along with the Sauk Rapids-Rice School District to create no parking on south side of the road during these busy speci ed times. Olson said that law enforcement has the authority to post this already now, but Legal will work to create an ordinance. The Public Works Committee will meet again to further discuss.
NONE
A. Approve Replacing Storm Water Pipe and Fixing Sag in Sanitary Sewer Pipe at the 9th Ave Holding Pond
Robertv. Anderson (aka Robert W.J. Anderson, aka Robert Waldon Johnson Anderson, aka Robert Waldon Anderson, aka Robert W. Anderson, aka John Robert Anderson, aka Robert John Anderson, and aka John Robert Waldon Anderson), Marcia Anderson (aka Marcia M. Anderson, aka Marcia Marie Anderson, aka Marsha Anderson, and aka Marcia C. Anderson), Aaron Anderson (aka Aaron Rodney Anderson), Michelle Anderson (aka Michelle M. Anderson), the Estate of Bernice Anderson (aka Bernice F. Anderson and aka Bernice Frieda Anderson), Franklin Anderson (aka Franklin C. Anderson), Brenda Anderson (aka Brenda J. Anderson), DLL Finance LLC, AgQuest
This application is to consider a request for an On-Sale Liquor License with Sunday Liquor Sales for Taqueria Don Chuy LLC located at 31 North Benton Drive, Sauk Rapids, MN Any56379.person wishing to express an opinion on the matter is invited to do so in writing or orally at the time of the public hearing. Inquiries should be directed to Dana Furman, City Clerk at 258-5303 during normal working hours or to: Sauk Rapids Government Center 250 Summit Avenue North Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 R-37-1B
3. Consider Action
9. Consent Agenda
2. Additions or Changes to the Agenda
Jack Kahlhamer presented a rst draft of the 2023 General Fund Budget, a levy detail and analysis, the debt service fund, and the Economic Development Authority’s budget.Kahlhamer noted that the total General Fund budget increase proposed for 2023 is $638,400 or 9.13%. He described the following as making up for the large increases in the General Fund Budget:
H. Approve Promotion of Police Of cer Matthew Bosma to the Position of Police Sergeant
10. Regular Agenda
• Seal coating/crack lling/patching
Ross Olson requested to add Approving Sending City Administrator to the 2022 Washington Fly-In as agenda item 9-G and Approve Promotion of Police Of cer Mathew Bosma to the Position of Police Sergeant as agenda item 9-H. Olson also requested to add Parking Discussion on Half Street as agenda item 11-B.
7. Audience Items/Visitors Total Time Limit 2 Minutes for Items NOT on the Agenda
• Living Waters Food Shelf-Mayor Hunstiger noted that with the increasing cost for food and utilities, the local food shelves are in need of donations. He stated that one does not need to belong to Living Waters Lutheran Church in which to access the food shelf. Mayor Hunstiger provided a list of the items that the food shelf at Living Waters Lutheran Church is currently in need of.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Sauk Rapids will meet in the Council Chambers at the Sauk Rapids Government Center, 250 Summit Avenue North, Sauk Rapids, Minnesota 56379 at 6:00PM or as soon thereafter, on Monday, September 26, 2022, to conduct a public hearing for Taqueria Don Chuy LCC.
A. 2023 Budget
Kahlhamer stated that he would be bringing back the Enterprise Fund budget and the Capital Plans at a later date. The adopting of the Preliminary Levy will be at the regular City Council meeting on Monday, September 26th. He noted that the public hearing on the 2022 Final Levy and Budget will be on Monday, December 12th.
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What has been the highlight of your soccer career? When I was a varsity starter as an eighth grader.
tions as I can. I also wear green and gold whenever I can when I am out and about, and I try to represent myself and my school as best I can.
Lumberjacks Blizzard vs. Granite City Lumberjacks at Armadillo Deck Sports Arena Willmar WarHawks vs. Granite City Lumberjacks at Armadillo Deck Sports Arena Ulm Steel vs. Granite City Lumberjacks at Armadillo Deck Sports Arena
Lacrosse, Common Diversity, Minnesota Honor Society, Link Leaders, Storm Leaders and Central Minnesota Youth Soccer for travel league.
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What life lesson has being involved in activities taught you? Activities have taught me to work as a team and to communicate well with others.
If you could travel anywhere for free, where would you book tickets to? I would travel to Italy not only for the amazing food and beautiful landscapes but also because I have family roots there that I would love to explore.
our strong suit,” Mortenson Mortensonsaid. will bring veteran leadership to a defensemen group that has not worked together much as only AJ Schemenauer played for the Lumberjacks last season. However, with 6-3 competitors Fitzgerald and Aiden Prochaska and 6-2 skaters Sam Brennan and Powell, size is Granite City’s best friend on defense.“It’s something we put an emphasis on this summer, adding size and adding guys who can skate,” Vold said. “If
we have guys back there that can skate, that usually results in our whole team playing faster.”
Activity:
“We have a bunch of guys that can shoot the puck and put pucks in the net, so that will be
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What SRR teacher has made an impact on your life? Carmen Olmscheid has impacted my life. She helped build a sense of acceptance and comfortability within school. Also, as a former track and field coach, she taught me many things to better myself as an athlete.
Parents: Peter and Micky Bauer Senior on the Sauk Rapids-Rice girls soccer team.
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What board or yard game is your favorite to play with friends and family? Ghosts in the graveyard. I love playing this game because it reminds me of when I was young. All my cousins and I would play this game anytime we got together.
What is your dream job? To work as a FBI agent or some other job within the criminal justice system.
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East Central Energy has an energy services team that is dedicated to helping home owners who are considering new home construction.
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“These ETS or whole house heating systems sit in the basement or garage,” Leibel said. “We offer a $100 per kilowatt rebate for (homeowners who incorporate them into their homes).”
Some units provide 38 kilowatts of energy; that translates into an ECE rebate of $3,800 on a $7,000 or $8,000 piece of equipment, Leibel said.
Pete Leibel, energy services supervisor for East Central Energy, stands near a hot water storage unit. Leibel suggests homeowners consider ECE’s storage water heating program, which has a special rate of 5.3 cents per kWh.
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Leibel said, ECE offers installation rebates of up to $1,250 for air source heat pumps.
“We like to think of ourselves as trusted advisers,” said Pete Leibel, the member-owned electric cooperative’s energy services supervisor. “Our team continuously works with reduced rate programs, and explains options for the homeowner.”Forexample, ECE’s forestry department can help determine the right trees to plant to create windbreaks. Dense evergreen trees or shrubs strategically placed on the north side of a property can reduce annual home heating costs by 10% to 15%.
Electric thermal storage, or room storage heaters, deliver savings by using electricity to store heat during the night when the timeof-day power rate is cheapest. They can be easily requirementsdischargedstoredwhenroomthermostatbricks.designedheatsystemsconstruction.duringinstallednewhomeETSstoreinspeciallyceramicAroommonitorstemperatureandheatisneeded,theheatinthebricksistomeetheatingthroughoutthe
Strategic spending early in the new home building process can lead to larger savings later, especially if energy efficiency rebates or improvements enter the picture.
The High Efficiency New Homes Program is a joint offering between CenterPoint Energy and Xcel Energy. Together, the energy providers promote high efficiency home construction that exceeds the Minnesota Residential Energy Code.
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“Those are very efficient and are getting more and more efficient year after year,” said Leibel, adding it is important to have units put in by a qualified installer. “They are capable of heating at lower and lower temperatures.”
ECE also offers rebate programs for water heating. If you are building a new home, Leibel suggests pricing an air source heat pump instead of a regular air conditioner.
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Quiet and energy efficient, an air source heat pump is ideal for cooling in the summer and when winter temperatures are above 25 degrees. These units replace traditional air conditioner units.
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Additional insulation and air sealing also helps create a quieter environment in a newly built Additionally,home.having a nationally recognized third-party rating on a home can boost resale value.
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Minnesota lawn care calendar
If people plan to dethatch or aerate this fall, put an inch of water on the lawn up to three days prior and let it soak in the soil. People need to take out at least a 3-inch plug when aerating, and that will not happen if the soil is tooThedry.best time to schedule either of these maintenance tasks is between mid-August and the end of September. Seeding
more species of seed and greater genetic diversity, are often used for lawns that have varying microclimates, such as sun and shaded areas.
can stretch maintenanceseedingtoward the end of the month. Just remember, roots need to mature enough to survive the winter.Whether whichthethreebluegrassgrassonlymixtures.differentsuccessisselectingrenovationimprovementsperformingorafulloflawn,properseedcriticaltolong-termofalawn.SeedblendsarethanseedBlendscontainonespeciesof–suchasKentucky–butmayhaveorfourvarietiesofspecies.Mixtures,containtwoor
FertilizingEarly August through mid-October.May through late June.
Kentucky bluegrass is the most widely used species in Minnesota lawns due to its high aesthetic quality, adaptation and stress tolerance. Additional benefits of Kentucky bluegrass include its cold tolerance, drought survival through dormancy and high recuperative ability. However, downfalls with this species include a high water requirement, frequent mowing and high fertility needs.
WateringMay through late October.
2 inch deep, pie-shaped wedge from the lawn and measure the amount of thatch between the soil surface and green vegetation. If the layer exceeds a half inch, implement a program of thatch interestedandconcernexcessiveandincludeThatchmanagement.controlmaybothpreventionremoval.Preventingthatchshouldallhomeownersturfmanagersinmaintaining
Pre-emergence: mid-April to midbeforeMay, crabgrass comes out of the ground. visibleJuly applymid-MayPost-emergence:toearlytosmall,crabgrass.
What to doBest time to do itOK time to do it
MowingLast week of April through early November.
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The best time to overseed is Aug. 20 through Sept. 10; however, people
Tall fescue is a coarse fescue species that has been gaining popularity due to its shade and traffic tolerance as well as its ability to avoid drought through an extensive root system. Tall fescue is a bunch type grass, and it can be unsightly when overseeded into existing lawns, so it is recommended for new seedings or utility turf areas. When tall fescue is greater than 75% of a stand, it looks comparable to a Kentucky bluegrass lawn, and it will require less inputs of water and fertilizer. Tall fescue is also shade adapted.
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Broadleaf weed control September through late OctoberMay through late June.
Fertilizing
It is also time to fertilize. Around the beginning of September, put down two-thirds of a total annual nitrogen application. If people have not performed a soil test, a fertilizer grade of 24-0-12 is good for many lawns, and 24-0-18 will add a little more potassium to help roots get through winter.
SeedingEarly August to late September; mid-November. May through early June.
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Fine fescues has received a lot of attention because of its ability to survive low maintenance environments. Fine fescue is a category of about five species often mixed together. These species include hard fescue, slender and strong creeping red fescue, Chewings fescue, and sheep fescue. Like perennial ryegrass, the fine fescues germinate quickly. Fine fescues are often the best performing species in drought trials and no-mow turf situations. They are also adapted to shade or full sun.
AeratingMid-August through mid-October.Late April through May.
Dethatching, aerating Thatch is a tightly interwoven layer of living and dead tissue existing between the grass leaves and soil surface. It is composed primarily of products from stems, leaf sheaths, crowns and roots that resist decay. Although a minor thatch layer improves the wear tolerance of a lawn, excessive thatch harbors disease organisms and insects making the lawn more susceptible to damage from disease and accumulation,thedrought.Todetermineamountofthatchremove a
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Late June to the second week of August.
Cool season species for Minnesota lawns
SoddingEarly May through June; midAugust to late October.
Perennial ryegrass can also be a high-quality species, although its poor tolerance to winter and summer stresses make it undesirable in many cases. Perennial ryegrass is included in many of Midwest mixtures due to its incredible germination and establishment rate. If quick establishment is desired, perennial ryegrass can be used, but it is suggested to not use more than 25% perennial ryegrass in seeding mixtures.
DethatchingMid-August through September.
Compacted soils and soils with poor drainage accumulate thatch faster than well-drained soils.
Aerating
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Debris can be disposed of as compost or used as mulch for gardens, woody plants and flower beds. It will contribute organic matter and nutrients and improve the structure of heavyWhensoils. buildup is severe, people may need to aerate before vertical mowing.
Breathing life into lawns
Dethatching
aerifier must have hollow tines or spoons that bring cores of the soil to the surface. Run a
People can remove thatch with a vertical mower, sometimes called a power rake. These machines have steel tines that rotate perpendicular to the ground surface. The best time to vertical mow is between late August and early October, because grass is growing quickly and should recover from any damage. In addition, few weed seeds germinate at this time. Set vertical mowers so the tines bring a small amount of soil to the surface with the thatch debris. A light application of fertilizer and regular watering will speed the lawn’s recovery after vertical mowing.
Fertilize the lawn one week ahead of aerification to hasten the time it takes for grass to fill in the holes left by aerating.
core aerifier over the lawn several times in different directions to break up compacted soil as much as possible. Allow the cores of soil to dry partially before raking them back into the lawn. People can also allow the cores to sit on the surface and crumble over time, top dressing the soil with soil and microorganisms that help decompose thatch.
Aerification promotes better moisture and air penetration into compacted soils and helps establish a deeper and healthier root system. It also stimulates microbial activity involved in decomposing the thatch layer.An
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Summer vacation is over, even for the houseplants that spent it outside.The fall season is here, and houseplants need to be brought inside.
As the plant acclimates to the new indoor environment, a plant’s needs may change. One of these could be as simple as not watering as often. Monitor the plants to see the changes and adjust the care during the quarantine period.
BY QUINCY SADOWSKI UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION EDUCATOR
Summer vacation for houseplants is over
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By taking these steps, indoor plants can look forward to more summer vacations outdoors.
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There are a few steps people can take to help with this transition and make sure plants stay healthy.Thoroughly examine the plants, including the container they are in, for pests and disease. For this step, people may need a magnify glass. This step is especially important if people have other plants inside that did not get a vacation. Pests and disease can spread to the other plants, and a warm indoor environment can exacerbate issues present. Look for evidence of insects, webbing, holes and eggs on the plant, especially around discolored lightlywithplant.removingthensummer.homeants,creaturesinspecttheliketoStickyforTapmaymealybugsinsectssubstanceHoneydew,leaves.astickysecretedfromlikeaphids,andscale,bepresentaswell.theplantandobserveanyinsectsflying.trapscanbeuseddetectflyinginsectswhiteflies.Removeplantfromthepottothesoil.Smallandinsects,likemayhavemadeainthesoilovertheIfpestsarepresent,treatbyphysicallythemfromtheWashtheplantswarmwaterandwipewithaclean
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One of the indicators it is time to bring plants inside is temperature. When the temperature is around 55-60 degrees during the day, and 5-10 degrees lower during the night, the recommendation is to bring the houseplants inside. This will give the plants time to acclimate to the indoor environment.
Quincy Sadowski holds houseplants inside her Stearns County office in St. Cloud in August. Sadowski, the area’s horticulture extension agent, recommends people quarantine plants when bringing them in doors for the fall and winter seasons.
PHOTO COURTESY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA EXTENSION Aphids are small, often green, insects that can be found on the underside of leaves. Insecticidal soaps, that contain potassium fatty acids, can be used as a treatment if aphids are discovered.
paper towel. Change the paper towel frequently to prevent potential spread of disease. Smaller plants may be sprayed with water. If water does not remove the pests, a cotton swab and rubbing alcohol can be used to gently clean. If an infestation is particularly bad, a more heavy-duty treatment plan can be
During this time, people may notice plants are experiencing leaf drop due to the decreased light levels. To help prevent leaf drop, place plants in areas with lots of natural light or supplement with artificial lights.
can be particularly hard as some people have strong attachment to these plants. These problems can spread, so in order to protect the other plants it may be best to let go of the infected Repottingplant.plants and maintenance can help decrease the soil borne diseases and insects present in the soil. Plant roots may have become crowded due to summer growth so a larger container may be needed. Washing the roots and having new sterile soil allows for a fresh start for the autumn and winter months. Trimming dead leaves, stems and flowers prevents potential spots for pests and disease to hide.To prevent the spread of pests and disease, quarantine the plants inside from other indoor plants for about two weeks. During this time, monitor plants to see if treatment was successful. Reapplication of treatments can occur during this time.
– Some air exchangers have control modules; others have a
Simple tips for keeping air exchangers running:
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filter.– Air exchangers should be balanced by a technician to make sure they are pulling in the same amount of air as they are pushing out. There are dampers that open and close to adjust air flows, and it is important to get the right exchange to keep the house as healthy as possible.
Air exchangers lurk in the basement of homes across the Midwest, and they’re one of the most often ignored pieces of in-home technology. Air andmaintainexchangershomeheatingcoolingefficiencieswhileimprovingindoorairqualitybycirculatingstaleairinsidehomeswithfreshairfromtheoutdoors.Thiscrucialpieceofequipmentdoesnotrequireatonofmaintenancebutshouldnotbeignored.Exchangerswereinventedinthelate1990sasnewhomesbecamemoreefficientandairtightwithTyvekwrapandenergy-efficientwindows.Manyolderhomes,withmoregapsandcracks,maynotbebuilttightenoughtorequiretheuseofanairexchanger.
– Check the vents on the outside of the house. Vents often get plugged with grass clippings, dust and dirt, and a reduction in air flow can be hard on the exchanger’s motors. A heating, ventilation and air appearsnoise,exchangerthatcircuitappropriateprovideairaboutaDoasoverexchangertheofguidanceprofessionalconditioningcanprovideonthelocationanyventsconnectedtoexchanger.–Havetheaircheckedatthesametimeafurnacetune-up.notbeafraidtoaskHVACprofessionalmaintainingtheexchanger.Theycanguidanceonsettings.–Exchangershaveboardsandmotorscangoout.Ifthebeginsmakingorcondensationsuddenlyonthe
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thermostat depending on the style. The settings adjust the humidity in the home, the fan speed and how the exchanger runs. There may also be indicator lights on when to change or clean the
– There are filters inside the exchanger that need to be cleaned at a minimum of every six months.
BY SARAH COLBURN STAFF WRITER
Air exchangers improve air quality by circulating fresh air into homes. Filters inside air exchangers should be cleaned at a minimum of every six months.
Do not forget the
exchangers–Generally,have a removable core that can be taken out and washed with warm, soapy water. Once clean and dry, the core can be put back in place.–Wipe off the interior of the air exchanger with a soft cloth, removing cob webs, pet hair and dust.
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windows, it is a warning sign that something is not working properly. Call a professional to troubleshoot the system.
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