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Online streaming of school board meetings debuts

Staff, community show interest in watching via internet

Those interested in following meetings of the Sauk Rapids-Rice Board of Education can now do so from the comfort of their own homes. The Feb. 27 board meeting was streamed using Zoom and was the first in a series of data testing to work out problems.

Only regularly scheduled board meetings will be streamed. Emergency meetings, which were common during the coronavirus pandemic, and work sessions will not be streamed.

Superintendent Bradley Bergstrom said there are several reasons for the board asking to have meetings available online, including community outreach, celebrating district accomplishments and staff safety. District staff have been pushing for streaming since the pandemic. Twenty-six people logged on to watch the initial broadcast.

“Not all community members can attend in-person meetings, and this is an opportunity for those who want to know what is happening at board meetings,” Bergstrom said. “It also allows people who maybe are not feeling well the opportunity to still be able to ‘attend’ the meeting rather than showing up.”

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FROM THE FRYER

Church of the Immaculate Conception continues Lenten fish meals for 20 years

At 10 minutes past 5 o’clock Feb. 24, the fellowship hall at Church of the Immaculate Conception in Rice was filled with people. The buzz of conversation was reminiscent of a family gathering during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday seasons.

But rather than turkey or ham, community members gathered to share a fried fish meal on the first Friday of the Lenten season.

“It’s so neat when you see all these people gathering together, and they visit among themselves,” said Pat Rauch, who co-coordinates the fish fries with Sandy Durant. “Sometimes they stay and stay and stay. It’s not like they eat and run. They see their neighbor or they might not even know the person, and they start visiting and actually stay a long time

sometimes.”

Lent in the Catholic religion is a 40-day liturgical season that consists of fasting, prayer and altruism. It begins on Ash Wednesday and ends at sundown Holy Thursday. The period aims to prepare Catholic followers for the Lord’s resurrection at Easter. As part of Lenten fasting, many Catholics refrain from eating red and white meat on Fridays, nourishing

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instead through meals of eggs, fish, grains, fruits, vegetables and dairy products. Gabriel Marschel, son of Michael and Ann Marschel of Rice, serves ice cream Feb. 24 at the Church of the Immaculate Conception fish fry in Rice. Proceeds from the meal go toward paying church expenses such as utility bills. (Right) Sandy Durant, who co-coordinates the Church of the Immaculate Conception fish fries with Pat Rauch, holds a container of golden-fried fish Feb. 24 at the church in Rice. The church has been hosting Lenten fish fries for 20 years. Vol.
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2022-23 HOCKEY

The 2022-23 Sauk Rapids-Rice boys hockey team consists of Hayden Brown (front, from left), Ethan Euteneuer, John Claypool, Nolan Thell, Teagan Dodge, Keegan Patterson, Luke Pakkala, Ben Kulus, Carter Peplinski and Zander Parker; (second row, from left) Will Gunderson, Mason Campbell, Evan Trompeter, Carter Baklund, Kade Gibbons, Hudson Heinen, Eli Sjogren, Trace Nelson, Vince Murn, Jett Wheeler and Alex Ostendorf; (third row, from left) Gunnar Jacobson, Michael Fuecker, Colin Gruber, Gavin Allen-Markgraf, Hunter Behling, Blake Halter, Coltin Eich, Ryan Beehler, Jackson Dhein, Nick Anderson, Jameson Schultz and Alex Johnson; (back, from left) manager Josiah Rodriguez, manager Jeff Solorz, assistant coach Jerry DeGagne, assistant coach Dean Marlin, Jonah Thell, head coach Brady DeGagne, Jake Henkemeyer, assistant coach Cory Portner, assistant coach John Schultz, manager Julia Voigt, manager Emma Kottom and manager Ella Mrozek. Not pictured are assistant coach Evan Cochran, Treyton Morford and Reed Omvig.

SAUK RAPIDS-RICE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

The 2022-23 Sauk Rapids-Rice/Sartell girls hockey team consists of Brayley VanDenBerg (front, from left), Taylor Johnson, Hailey Kubinski, Megan Hess, Morgan Dorn, Jalyssa VanDenBerg, Ella Wilson, Shelby Omvig and Ellie Yozamp; (second row, from left) Lauren VanVickle, Jayden Felchle, Anna Lundeen, Emily VanVickle, Tia Vogt, Suma Jacobson, Alyssa Valdez, Mishaya Stonebarger, Avery Kane, Cienna Clark and Brittney Wannarka; (third row, from left) assistant coach Megan Mohr, head coach Marty Anderson, Faith Torborg, Sella Grams, Kenzie Kahre, Halle Counter, Peyton Sabart, Ella Berger, assistant coach Bre Hess, assistant coach Scott Anderson and assistant coach Nathan Schultz; (back, from left) Brooke Pogatchnik Annie Funk, Olivia Schlecht, Kaitlyn Lindberg, Brooke Andruschak, Hannah Markgraf, Liz Krueger and Grace Carlson.

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REGULAR MEETING

SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL

SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N.

Monday, February 13, 2023 6:00PM

MINUTES

1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance

Mayor Kurt Hunstiger called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. All members present.

2. Additions or Changes to the Agenda

Ross Olson requested to add Eagle Scout Project as agenda item 10-A.

3. Approve the Agenda

Motion: Moved by Councilperson Ellering and seconded by Councilperson Thronson to approve the agenda as amended. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Approve Minutes

A. 1-23-2023 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes

Motion: Moved by Councilperson Thronson and seconded by Councilperson Seamans to approve the 1-23-2023 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes. Motion carried unanimously.

5. Receive and File

NONE

6. Mayor’s Communications

NONE

7. Audience Items/Visitors Total Time Limit 2 Minutes for Items NOT on the Agenda

NONE

A. Applicant Chad Carlson Purpose

To Consider a Planned Unit Development Amendment for Windsor Estates That Would Allow for An Alternative Plat Layout Than Allowed in Sauk Rapids’ Subdivision Ordinance

1. 1. Open Public Hearing

Todd Schultz advised the City Council that the request that they are being asked to consider tonight is to complete the 2nd phase of the development known as Windsor Estates. Schultz explained that the first phase of the development was originally platted in 2006. The original plat had 24 single family lots. He stated that the second phase had 20 additional

Notice of Election – Annual meeting

Sauk Rapids Township Benton County, Minnesota

The citizens of the Township of Sauk Rapids in the County of Benton and the State of Minnesota, who are qualified to vote at General Elections, are hereby notified that the Annual Election of Town Officers and Annual Meeting will be held at the Sauk Rapids Town Hall on Tuesday, March 14th 2023. Polls will be open from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Offices to be filled at this Election are as follows:

One supervisor-(3-year term)

One Clerk- (2-year term)

The Annual Meeting will be held at 8:05p.m. Business to be conducted is Revenue Sharing Funds for the Township, and Storm water runoff policy question and answer session.

The bad weather alternate date for Election and Annual Meeting is March 21st, 2023.

Absentee Ballots will be available to those who will be absent from the precinct on Election Day by contacting the Clerk at 320-250-7413, Between February 10th 2023 thru March 13th 2023 or during the Absentee voting hours of 10:00 am until 12:00 pm on March 11th 2023 at the Sauk Rapids Town Office at 4074 5th Ave NE, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379

Given under my hand this 28th, day of February, 2023

Daryl Sheetz, Clerk Sauk Rapids Township

Published in the March 4 and 11 Sauk Rapids Herald. R-9-2B

single-family lots. Schultz said that the final plat has been modified by adding four more lots. The original plat had several non-conforming lots on the north end. Schultz explained that this plat modifies that by making the remaining north end lots conforming but then making two lots on the westerly culde-sac non-conforming based on their size.

Karl Schmidt, 1086 29th Street NE, questioned the smaller lots and the proposed addition of four more lots. He asked about doing three extra lots and if that would eliminate the issue of non-conforming lots. Schmidt expressed concerns with the additional traffic. He stated that he did not understand the need for non-conforming lots, if the need for them could be resolved by eliminating one lot.

Schultz explained that the non-conforming lots were already approved on the original plat, but the non-conforming lots are just being shifted with the proposed plan.

2. Close Public Hearing

Motion: Moved by Councilperson Ellering and seconded by Councilperson Sauer to close the public hearing. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Consider Action

Schultz stated that it is important to note that this development is occurring due to a partnership with Benton County. The County is providing some of their American Rescue Act dollars to help make this project economically feasible for the developer. Schultz noted that the City is matching those dollars by reducing fees for the project. He stated that adding these 24 new lots will be a good thing for people looking to build in the community.

Motion: Moved by Councilperson Sauer and seconded by Councilperson Thronson to approve the amendments to the Plat as proposed on the condition that a new Planned Unit Development Agreement and Developers Agreement be executed between the City and the Developer. Motion carried unanimously.

9. Consent Agenda

A. Approve and Authorize Amusement Permit for Sauk Rapids Farmers Market at Coborn’s

B. Approve Attendance of the Building Official/Fire Marshal to Annual Fire Investigation Conference

C. Approve Purchase of Lawn Mower for Replacement of Unit Number 355

D. Approve Purchase of Ventrac Tractor with Leaf Vacuum System

SAUK RAPIDS-RICE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 47 REGULAR SEMI-MONTHLY BOARD MEETING

Monday, January 23, 2023

A semi-monthly meeting of the Sauk Rapids-Rice ISD 47 Board of Education was called to order by Chair Butkowski Monday, January 23, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in the District Office Boardroom.

ROLL CALL

Members present included Butkowski, Hauck, Holthaus, Johnson, Loidolt, Morse, and Solarz. Others present were Superintendent Bergstrom, Director of Teaching and Learning Bushman, Director of Human Resources and Administrative Services Schoenherr, Director of Business Services Fiereck, Director of Technology Zimpel, PV Principal Froiland, MHES Principal Peterson, SRRHS Interim Principal Logrono, SRRMS Principal Arndt, SRRMS Assistant Principal Johnson, District Accountant Bentley, and SRRHS Student Council Representatives Buchanan and Lo.

ESTABLISHMENT OF A QUORUM

Chair Butkowski asked Clerk Loidolt to affirm there was a quorum in attendance. Clerk Loidolt affirmed there was a quorum.

APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA

A motion was made by Holthaus, seconded by Johnson and unanimously carried to approve the meeting’s “Agenda” as amended.

CONSENT AGENDA

A motion was made by Morse, seconded by Hauck and unanimously carried to approve the meeting’s “Consent Agenda”.

PUBLIC INPUT

There was no Public Input at 6:54 p.m.

ACTION APPROVAL OF THE 2022 – 2023 REVISED BUDGET

A motion was made by Holthaus, seconded by Solarz and unanimously carried to approve the 2022 – 2023 Revised Budget.

APPROVAL OF THE PAY EQUITY REPORT

A motion was made by Solarz, seconded by Loidolt and unanimously carried to approve the Pay Equity Report, which must be approved and submitted to the Minnesota Department of Employee Relations. Pay Equity Law guidelines require the district to test compliance with this law every three years. The district meets the Pay Equity compliance standards by reporting on or before January 31, 2023.

APPROVAL FOR ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES STAFF

AT THE SAUK RAPIDS-RICE MIDDLE SCHOOL

A motion was made by Holthaus, seconded by Hauck and unanimously carried to approve the following additional middle school activities staffing based on student participation; one track and field coach, one 7th – 8th grade baseball coach, and one 6th – 8th grade wrestling coach. The additional activities staffing positions are included in the 2022 – 2023 Revised Budget. The staffing requests align with the District’s Strategic Commitments; Equitable Education and Culture of High Quality & Effective Instruction.

ADOPTION OF THE DONATION RESOLUTION

A motion was made by Solarz, seconded by Morse and unan-

E. Approve Boards and Commissions for 2023

F. Approve Letter of Support for Benton County Transportation Planning RAISE Grant

G. Approve Awarding the 2023 Division Street Improvements Project

H. Approve 2023 Plumbing and Mechanical Contractor Licenses

Motion: Moved by Councilperson Thronson and seconded by Councilperson Ellering to approve consent agenda item 9A-9H. Motion carried unanimously.

10. Regular Agenda

A. Eagle Scout Park Proposal

Motion: Moved by Councilperson Thronson and seconded by Councilperson Seamans to approve the Eagle Scout project down at the Clearing with the exact location to be determined. Motion carried unanimously.

11. Other Staff Items

NONE

12. Other Council Items and Communications

A. Area Planning Organization (APO) Update Councilperson Seamans stated that she attended an Area Planning Organization (APO) meeting last Thursday. She spoke about carbon reduction funding and there being a new pot of money in which to purchase and set-up EV chargers. Councilperson Seamans questioned if the City of Sauk Rapids would be interested in owning EV chargers or if this is something that the EDA would consider owning. Councilperson Seamans said that the money is available right now for carbon reduction funding and so far, nobody else is applying for these funds.

The City Council agreed by consensus to direct the EDA to look further into EV charging stations and carbon reduction funds available through the APO.

13. Approve List of Bills and Claims

Motion: Moved by Councilperson Thronson and seconded by Councilperson Seamans to approve the List of Bills and Claims. Motion carried unanimously.

14. Adjournment

Motion: Moved by Councilperson Thronson and seconded by Councilperson Ellering to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

Mayor Hunstiger adjourned the meeting at 6:29 PM R-9-1B

imously carried to adopt the Donation Resolution. The Minnesota School Board Association recommends the Donation Resolution be adopted in the Action area of the agenda.

ADDENDUM ACTION

APPROVAL OF ADDITIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT POSITIONS AT THE SAUK RAPIDS-RICE HIGH SCHOOL

A motion was made by Hauck, seconded by Johnson and unanimously carried to approve two additional student support positions for 6.5 hours daily for the remainder of the 2022 – 2023 school year. The staffing request is to provide additional supervision in the locker rooms, bathrooms and hallways at the high school, which aligns with the District’s Strategic Commitment; Commitment to Student & Staff Wellbeing. The additional positions are included in the 2022 – 2023 Revised Budget.

APPROVAL OF AN ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL AT PLEASANTVIEW ELEMENTARY

A motion was made by Holthaus, seconded by Solarz and unanimously carried to approve the addition of an Assistant Principal position at Pleasantview Elementary beginning the 2023 – 2024 school year. The additional administrative position aligns with the District’s Strategic Commitments Culture of High Quality & Effective Instruction and Commitment to Student & Staff Wellbeing.

CLOSED SESSION

MOVED TO A CLOSED SESSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUPERINTENDENT EVALUATION DISCUSSION AS PERMITTED BY MINNESOTA STATUTES CHAPTER 13D.01, SUBD. 2.

At. 8:18 p.m. the Board of Education and Superintendent moved into Closed Session, which took place in the District Office Curriculum Center. The meeting was closed as permitted by Minnesota Statues, Chapter 13D.01, Subd. 2 to discuss the evaluation of Superintendent Bergstrom who is under the Board of Education’s authority and in accordance with school district policy and Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 13D.01, Subd. 2. The Closed Session was recorded as required by Minnesota Open Meeting Law.

A role call attendance was recorded. The following Board members were in attendance at the Closed Session: Hauck, Johnson, Loidolt, Morse, Holthaus, Solarz, and Butkowski

CLOSED SESSION ADJOURNMENT

A motion was made by Johnson seconded by Hauck and unanimously carried to adjourn the Closed Session at 8:41 p.m. The Board of Education moved to the District Office Boardroom and resumed the regularly scheduled Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

With no further business appearing before the Board, a motion was made by Loidolt, seconded by Holthaus and unanimously carried to adjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted,

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Lumberjacks from page

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“Matt’s an age-out kid, and those are the guys you’re relying on this time of year in the tough moments,” Vold said. “He’s got the ability to break a game open at any moment.”

Christian Carto, Zak Kennett, Luke Delzer and Parker Comstock picked up points, while goaltender Ryan Lehet came away with 28 saves and a .933 save percentage.

The Lumberjacks started its final weekend of the regular season with a road test against the Alexandria Blizzard March 3 and will visit Breezy Point Hockey Center in Breezy Point to battle the Minnesota Loons at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 4.

GCL 0 1 2-3

MCT 1 1 0-2

Second period: 2. Mitchell (Carto) 0:41. Third period: 4. Delany (Kennett) 8:25; 5. Delany (Delzer, Comstock) 13:20. Goalie: Lehet 28 saves of 30 shots on goal.

Mason City 6, Granite City 3

A 3-2 lead disappeared in a matter of moments for the Lumberjacks, as the Toros lit the goal lamp four times in the final eight minutes to steal a 6-3 victory Feb. 24 at Mason City Arena.

The Toros jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first period, but Granite City ever-so-slightly chipped away at the deficit. Ashton Ericksen and Finnigan Greeley fired home goals in the second period to tie the game before Delzer’s man-advantage score at 6:46 in the third period gave the Lumberjacks its first lead.

Unfortunately, two of Mason City captain Cullen Hogan’s shots whistled past Granite City goalie Paul Cassin in the next 10 minutes as the Toros ran away with the win.

Carson Van Zuilen assisted on the Lumberjacks’ final goal, grabbing his 50th career point in the process.

GCL 0 2 1-3

MCT 2 0 4-6

Swim & dive from page 15

In the first event after celebrating Zabinski’s diving title, Broman claimed another state meet spot with a second-place finish in the 100 butterfly, setting up a Lucas third-place in the 500 freestyle. Evan Scapanski placed third in the 100 breaststroke to advance, and the 200 freestyle relay team of Blodgett, Evan Scapanski, Zabinski and Walz earned a silver medal.

The Storm 400 freestyle relay of Walz, Lucas, Broman and Blodgett concluded the meet by grabbing third place to advance.

“Overall, the boys had a great meet with some huge personal-best times,” Tangen said. “We have a couple athletes that are still mid-taper

and will have a little more to show at state, so it’ll be interesting to see how we end up at the state meet.”

Team scores: 1. Hutchinson 406 points, 2. Monticello 400.5, 3. SRR 348, 4. Montevideo 213, 5. Apollo 191.5, 6. Willmar 187, 7. Princeton 175 and 8. Dassel-Cokato/ Litchfield 151. SRR results: 200 MR: 2. Broman, Evan Scapanski, Zabinski and Lucas 1:40.72.* 200 FS: 2. Zabinski 1:49.13* and 6. Evan Scapanski 1:55.82. 200 IM: 1. Walz 1:59.31* and 4. Lucas 2:09.75. 50 FS: 2. Blodgett 22.03.* 1M diving: 1. Zabinski 401.75 points* and 8. Chuck Peterson 230.85. 100 FLY: 2. Broman 54.87.* 100 FS: 1. Blodgett 48.43.* 500 FS: 1. Walz 4:50.45,* 3. Lucas 5:05.08, 11. Jack Merritt 5:35.4 and 13. Andrew Scapanski 5:38.64. 200 FSR: 2. Blodgett, Evan Scapanski, Zabinski and Walz 1:32.22.* 100 BK: 1. Broman 55.0* and 8. Peterson 1:03.5. 100 BR: 3. Evan Scapanski 1:02.02,* 14. Butkowski 1:11.48 and 15. Benaiah Hinz 1:12.74. 400 FSR: 3. Walz, Lucas, Broman and Blodgett 3:20.72.* *State meet qualifiers

: 3.

Leading the

Mia Rogholt Mia

Parents: Chris and Rebecca Rogholt

Accomplishment: Senior on the Sauk RapidsRice High School girls basketball team

What do you enjoy most about being on the basketball team?

Creating memories with my friends.

What has been the highlight of your basketball career? This season because of how much we have improved since last year.

What other activities are you involved in at school or in the community? Storm Buddies. We

help teach little kids basketball.

What life lesson has being involved in activities taught you? Teamwork and how to work with each other to complete a common goal.

What SRR teacher has made an impact on your life? Mrs. Lefebvre. She was always so positive, and it brightened up a room.

What do you do to show your Storm pride? I go to other sporting events and activities.

What board or yard game is your favorite to play with friends and family? Phase 10 because I always have a blast playing with my grandparents and cousins.

What is your dream job? A child therapist.

If you could travel anywhere for free, where would you book tickets to? If I could travel anywhere, I would travel to Iceland because I have always wanted to go there for the views, hiking and to see the northern lights.

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Second period Ericksen (Kennett, Tucker Skime) 2:17; 4. Greeley (Brett Robinson, Skime) 13:38. Third period: 5. Delzer (Van Zuilen, Carto) 6:46. Goalie: Cassin 28 of 33. PHOTOS BY TOM FENTON (Above) Storm boys swimming and diving team members Andrew Scapanski (left) and Jack Merritt share a lighter moment prior to the start of the Section 3A championships Feb. 25 at Willmar High School. The Storm had a representative advance to the state meet in every event. (Left) Junior Hayden Zabinski celebrates his first-place finish on the awards podium after winning the diving competition Section 3A championships Feb. 25 at Willmar High School. He helped the Storm place third in team points at the meet.
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MDA hosts strategic plan input sessions

ST. PAUL – The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is looking for public input as the agency develops a strategic plan for 2023-27.

Building on feedback gathered in fall 2022 for legislative session ideas, the MDA is again looking for input as the department reviews and shapes goals and priorities for the next four years.

The MDA seeks to engage with communities throughout Minnesota to hear ideas that reflect the diversity of the state. Input is welcome from all, especially emerging and beginning farmers who may have had little to no interaction with state government.

Citizens are encouraged to share their ideas online or by attending one

NOTICE OF EXPIRATION OF REDEMPTION

Office of the County Auditor-Treasurer County of Benton, State of Minnesota

of two virtual input sessions. The online form is open until 5 p.m. Friday, March 10.

The input sessions will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Tuesday, March 7, and 2-3 p.m.

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PUBLIC NOTICES

TO: ALL PERSONS WITH A LEGAL INTEREST IN THE PARCELS OF REAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN THE FOLLOWING NOTICE.

You are hereby notified that the parcels of real property described below and located in Benton County, Minnesota, are subject to forfeiture to the State of Minnesota because of the nonpayment of delinquent property taxes, special assessments, penalties, interest, and costs levied on those parcels. The time for redemption from forfeiture expires if redemption is not made by the later of (1) 60 days after service of this notice on all persons having an interest in the parcels or (2) 2nd Monday of May, 2023.

The following information is listed below: the names of the property owners, taxpayers and interested parties who have filed their addresses under M.S. 276.041; the legal description and parcel identification number of each parcel; and the amount necessary to redeem a parcel as of the date listed below.

Names for the taxpayers and fee owners and those parties who have filed their addresses pursuant to

Section

through the registration link three business days ahead of the session to ensure accommodation. Recordings of these sessions will be available for 30 days after they occur.

Note that all submissions and ideas will be reviewed and considered; however, not every item can be included in the final strategic plan.

LOT 27 LESS THE NORTH 50 FEET, ALL OF

Sect-36 Twp-036 Range-031 EAST ST CLOUD

Block-022 AND THE SOUTHERLY 44 FEET OF LOTS 1,2,3 AND 4, AND THE SOUTHEASTERLY 44 FEET OF THE SOUTHWESTERLY 3 FEET OF LOT 5

PETE’S LLC 1 18.00569.00 $3,250.84

Sect-16 Twp-036 Range-031 BENTON CORNER 1.73 AC OUTLOT A

RICHARD T RITSCHE 19.00646.00

Sect-26 Twp-036 Range-031

TOWN OF SAUK RAPIDS Lot-001 Block-071

AND LOTS 2 THROUGH 6 OF BLOCK 71 AND ALSO THE WESTERLY 10 FEET OF THE PARTIALLY VACATED BROADWAY AVENUE SOUTH LYING EASTERLY OF LOTS FIVE (5) AND SIX (6)

$6,118.79

ROBERT J KARNES & JEFFREY KARNES

19.02140.00

Sect-22 Twp-036 Range-031

HONER ADDITION

Lot-001 Block-001 AND THE SOUTHEASTERLY ONE HALF OF THE VACATED PART OF TENTH STREET NORTH LYING NORTHWESTERLY OF SAID LOT ONE(1) AND CONTIGUOUS THERETO

$355.66

FAILURE TO REDEEM SUCH LANDS PRIOR TO THE EXPIRATION OF REDEMPTION WILL RESULT IN THE LOSS OF THE LAND AND FORFEITURE TO THE STATE OF MINNESOTA

The amounts listed above must be paid to redeem if paid on or before March 31, 2023. Please contact the Benton County Auditor-Treasurer’s Office to verify the amount if paid after March 31, 2023.

Inquiries about the delinquent tax proceedings described above can be made to the Benton County Auditor-Treasurer at the address listed below.

Witness my hand and official seal this 17th day of February 2023. _______________________________.

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Parcel Number/ Amount Necessary to Redeem
276.041 Legal Description Through March 31, 2023 DALE J MOLITOR & BEVERLY A MOLITOR 09.00095.00 $1,742.59 Sect-07 Twp-036 Range-030 17.37 AC THE EAST HALF OF THE WEST HALF OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER LYING SOUTHERLY OF COUNTY RD 29 DALE J MOLITOR & BEVERLY A MOLITOR 09.00096.00 $819.97 Sect-07 Twp-036 Range-030 7.84 AC
WEST HALF OF
HALF OF
SOUTHEAST QUARTER LYING SOUTHERLY OF COUNTY RD 29 NATALIE D ALBERTSON 09.00675.00 $7,012.41 Sect-19 Twp-036 Range-030 MAIER’S SUB-DIVISION THE WEST HALF OF LOT 3 NATALIE D ALBERTSON 09.00676.00 $10.32 Sect-19 Twp-036 Range-030 MAIER’S SUB-DIVISION Lot-004 JASON P TAYLOR JR & ETHEL TAYLOR 09.00713.00 $99.87 Sect-30 Twp-036 Range-030 HIGHLAND PARK Lot-011 Block-002 ORVIN E HARTSWORM 09.00784.00 $6,478.06 Sect-30 Twp-036 Range-030 HIGHLAND PARK Lot-012 Block-005 AND
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BLOCK 5 BRUCE ROBERTSON 12.00812.00 $1,185.35
Twp-037 Range-031 ROSE ANNA BEACH Lot-041 BRUCE ROBERTSON 12.00813.00 $5,901.80 Sect-10 Twp-037 Range-031 ROSE ANNA BEACH Lot-042 MARK HETCHLER & DARLA HETCHLER 17.00291.00 $22,727.34
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