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Harvest safety tips

*Turn off equipment when working around it and every time you get off. *Stay hydrated. Take a jug of water with you. *Take periodic breaks from doing repetitive tasks. *Complete a thorough safety check on all equipment before you use it. *Wear sunscreen and a hat. *Make sure all shields and guards are in place on your equipment. Replace those that are worn or missing. *Make sure your Slow Moving Vehicle emblem is visible and properly placed. *Carry a charged cell phone with you. *Make sure someone knows what field you are in, and that you have set a time you will return home. *Do not wear loose fitting clothes. They can become entangled in moving equipment such as a PTO shaft. *Never allow extra riders. One seat on a tractor means one person should be on that tractor. *Have rollover protective structures (ROPS) installed on all tractors. *Wear your seatbelt (on ROPS equipped tractors). *Be considerate of traffic when on the road with your equipment. *Remember, many farm accidents happen because of choices we made or did not make.

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Avoid entrapment risk due to flowing grain

Farmers and ranchers use bins to dry and store grain and to feed their livestock. For the most part, augers are used to transfer the grain to and from bins. Some machinery and augers now used in production agriculture have increased in size and power, resulting in less time for farmers and ranchers to react in dangerous situations. It is therefore important to understand fully the hazards and risks associated with flowing grain and to follow safety guidelines to avoid a potentially fatal injury incident. There are four main situations that pose entrapment risks when you work with stored grain: flowing grain, grain bridge collapse, grain wall avalanche, and use of a grain vacuum. Each of these situations and its entrapment risks are described below. Flowing Grain An auger is used to move grain from the bottom center to the outer edge of a grain bin, and from there into a vehicle or alternative storage area. As the grain flows, it forms a funnel, with the wide mouth of the funnel at the top and a smaller opening at the bottom, as shown in the diagram above. If you are in the bin when the grain is being unloaded, you can quickly become engulfed in grain. Depending on the size of the auger, you can be trapped in grain up to your waist within 10 seconds and completely submerged within 25 seconds. Once you are submerged in grain, it can take over 1,000 lb. of force to free your body. Grain Bridge Collapse A grain bridge forms when grain in poor condition exists throughout a bin. Cavities or pockets of loose grain can form under the crusted level when the auger begins to unload grain from the bin. Grain bridges are not stable, and if you are standing on top of a grain bridge when it collapses, you can quickly become entrapped in the grain. Once you fall through the grain bridge and are trapped, it may be difficult to locate you because the grain will flow rapidly into the area around you. The proper way to break up or remove a grain bridge is to use a long pole inserted through an access hole from outside the grain bin. Grain Wall Avalanche Moldy or frozen grain can cling to the side of a grain bin, as shown in the diagram above. A grain avalanche can occur when you are breaking up crusted grain from within a bin and the grain wall is higher than you. The grain wall can collapse, creating an avalanche that can quickly engulf you, causing injury or death. If you must enter a bin, use a body harness and a safety line that is securely tied off. Work above the vertical grain wall, staying above its highest point. Use of a Grain Vacuum Grain vacuums are being used with higher frequency as a means of moving grain rapidly from older bins with smaller unloading augers, bins in remote locations without augers, and bins that have mechanical problems. Powered by a tractor power take-off, electricity, or an external motor, these vacuums have the capacity to move several thousand bushels of grain an hour. Typically, an operator uses the vacuum inside the bin, moving the nozzle in a sweeping motion. During the last few years, several operators have been killed when using the equipment in this manner. If the operator drops or releases the nozzle, it can quickly become buried in grain. As a result, the operator may try to lift the nozzle while the vacuum is running. This can cause the grain to be sucked out from under the operator, burying him or her in seconds.

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Have you heard of farmer’s lung?

Continued exposure to contaminants can lead to a Farmers Lung, an allergy related disease usually caused by breathing in the dust from moldy hay. However, dust from any moldy crop--straw, corn, silage, grain, or tobacco-can also cause Farmer's Lung. Other potential sources of dust particles include, grain handling, feed handling and processing, and livestock confinement systems. The disease causes shortness of breath and a feeling of general illness, either in a sudden attack or as a slow, progressive disease. When people with Farmer's Lung can avoid breathing in dust from moldy crops or feed, they seldom have further problems. On the other hand, lengthy exposure can cause permanent lung damage, physical disability, or even death. What causes farmer's lung? Mold spores which microorganisms, which grow in baled hay, stored grain, produce or silage with a high moisture content (30 percent) are main causes of Farmer’s Lung. They become active when temperatures reach 70 degrees Fahrenheit in poorly ventilated areas. Farmers most often suffer from this disease in winter and early

spring when stored hay or grain is used to feed livestock and the molds have had time to develop in closed storage areas. The disease is most common in regions with wet weather at harvest time. Farmer's Lung is also more common on dairy farms, especially those not equipped with automated equipment for handling hay or feed. Heavy concentrations of mold spores appear as a dry, white or gray powder in grain or forage. When the feed is moved, billions of these microscopic sized particles become airborne and attach themselves to dust. These particles pass through the body’s natural filtering mechanisms (nose, hair, and throat mucous) and accumulate in the lungs where they can cause an allergic type of pneumonia. Repeated attacks can lead to scarring of lung tissue, which impairs its function. Such tissue damage is permanent. Farmers Lung symptoms usually reoccur, and a person can become sensitized to the mold. This means it usually

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takes less exposure for a severe reaction with each succeeding incident. The symptoms of Farmers Lung are often striking, yet the disease goes unrecognized by many victims and misdiagnosed by physicians not familiar with farm health hazards. Victims and doctors alike often confuse Farmers Lung with asthma attacks, pneumonia, or flu because the symptoms are similar. How to tell if you have farmer's lung? The signs and symptoms of Farmer's Lung vary tremendously. At one extreme, there are the symptoms associated with a sudden attack; at the other extreme, there are the symptoms associated with a slow progressive illness. The allergic response of the afflicted person depends on the sensitivity of the individual and the amount of moldy dust entering the lungs. There are three different types of allergic responses: acute or intense attack, sub-acute or low-level response, and chronic or long-term response. Although each type has unique symptoms, all cause shortness of breath and cough. Acute Farmer’s Lung starts with an intense attack while Sub-Acute is less common and develops slowly. Chronic Farmer's Lung develops after several acute attacks over a period of years. How to prevent farmer's lung? There is no simple method to prevent conditions that lead to Farmer's Lung. Steps must be taken to avoid crop spoilage and production of bacterial or mold spores that cause the allergic reaction. Workers must also take precautions to avoid breathing in spores from moldy crops. To be effective, the respirator should be worn on every occasion that farm dust is encountered. Make sure the mask is comfortable and easy to maintain but does not restrict breathing. The toxic dust mask, chemical cartridge respirator and powered air helmet are approved for protection against dust, such as asbestos and they provide inexpensive protection against mold spores. More expensive and sophisticated respiratory devices may be required occasionally. Commonly available disposable respirators for nuisance dusts are not effective against the tiny mold spores. In all cases, however, a key protective measure is to investigate any procedure that can reduce or completely prevent the growth of the heat-tolerant bacteria or molds that create the unwanted dust.

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Stay safe while operating farm equipment Back injuries and production agriculture

An unwanted safety trend is happening in rural America with an increase in motor vehicle versus farm equipment incidents on rural roadways. Only 19 percent of the U.S. population lives in rural areas, but there are significantly more crashes in rural areas than urban areas. In 2010, fatal crashes in rural areas accounted for 55% of all traffic fatalities nationwide. A variety of risk factors are associated with these increased numbers, such as increased urbanization in rural areas, no or narrow shoulders, slow moving vehicles, hills and curves, blind intersections, and loose surface material. Distracted driving is responsible for a number of these incidents, and we are seeing several agencies running ad campaigns about the danger of distracted driving including the National Highway Traffic Safety Administrations (NHTSA) campaign of “one text or call could wreck it all.” NHTSA stats show that in 2010, 3,092 people were killed in crashes involving a distracted driver, and an estimated additional 416,000 were injured in motor vehicle crashes involving a distracted driver. Farmers can help avoid collisions by making sure that they have up-to-date lighting and clearly visible Slow Moving Vehicle emblems, and retro- reflective markings outlining the motorized farm equipment or implements. Farmers should use flashing lights on equipment and moving equipment during day light hours when possible. Many crashes between farm equipment and passenger vehicles occur at dusk during spring planting and fall harvest and often involve the farm equipment being rear-ended or sideswiped by motor vehicles. Operators of farm equipment should always wear seat belts if the equipment has them and only allow an extra rider if the equipment is built with an instructional seat and seatbelt. Extra riders that are not restrained can be injured in a collision and can be a distraction for the operator of the farm equipment. Just as with motor vehicles, farm operators should limit cell phone usage and texting to times when they are not operating the equipment.

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Farmers are vulnerable to developing back injuries because of risk factors in the workplace such as awkward postures, whole-body vibration, repetitive motions, and forceful exertions, including heaving lifting. Many acute back injuries occur when doing activities, such as the following, that exceed the capacity of muscles, tendons, or discs: -Reaching while lifting or lifting with bad posture -Engaging in unaccustomed work -Engaging in repetitive lifting with inadequate rest -Bending or twisting while lifting and lifting objects that are too heavy -Lifting with improper foot placement Prolonged driving of vehicles that cause whole-body vibration, such as tractors or trucks, can be a risk factor for developing a back impairment. Whole-body vibration can aggravate existing back injuries and increase pain levels. Typical treatment for a back injury can include physical therapy and medication, but more complex treatments may be necessary for a debilitating back impairment. Therapy usually involves stretching exercises, walking, and normal activity, provided the activity is not excessively strenuous. Consult a health care professional for specific treatment recommendations. Use the following strategies when bending, lifting, and carrying objects can help reduce the risk of a back impairment: -Place feet apart to improve balance and cen-

ter body weight. -Maintain a good grip on the object and use appropriate gloves when needed. -Keep a straight back when possible and avoid awkward postures. -Hold the object as close to your body as possible. -Use smooth, slow motions to lift and carry a load. -Never twist your back or waist, but rather pivot with your feet if you need to turn. -When you have the option, push rather than pull a load. -Get help with heavy, awkward loads. If you are the manager at a farm or ranch and there is a pattern of back injuries related to a specific task, you should examine the task and complete a job safety analysis (JSA) to identify hazards associated with the task and develop controls to reduce the risk of injury for workers. When possible, rely on machinery or equipment such as pushcarts, hand trucks, wheelbarrows, or hoists to move objects. If you are taking medication for a back injury, check prescriptions and any over-the-counter medications to ensure that medication will not impact your ability to safely operate equipment. Work with a partner to lift objects that are heavy or bulky. Team lifting should be done by two people of similar size who can communicate and work together. Rotate employees between lifting and nonlifting tasks.

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Guarding against corn harvesting accidents A number of farmers lose fingers, hands, arms, and even feet in corn harvesting equipment each year and some lose their lives. Nearly all of these incidents are preventable, but fall weather changes, risk-taking, carelessness, or lack of knowledge is often found to be the cause of injury or death. Such tragedies can be prevented if farm workers understand the hazards these machines present and practice the safety precautions needed to avoid them. Most serious harvesting accidents involve either corn pickers or combines. Because these machines perform similar tasks, the dangers related to their operation are similar including burns, severe cuts, entrapment, amputations and death. Remember to reduce the risk of fall injuries by keeping the steps and walking surface of the combine clear of debris, dirt, and grease, and always use the handrails to mount and dismount the machine. Prior to using the harvest each year, refer to your operator’s manual regarding recommended maintenance and repairs. Prior to operation, adjust the seat more easily reach the controls to reduce muscle fatigue and joint strain. Before harvest begins, remove as many obstacles as possible from the field. If you are unable to remove an obstacle, mark it with a tall pole or stake that is visible over the mature crop. Remember the physical dimensions of your equipment to allow for extra room needed for turning, going through gates, and general operation. The key to braking

Take time to review

It makes sense to occasionally review operator's manuals for machinery and equipment used in your farm operation. The manuals are a good source for information about routine preventive maintenance, built-in safety features, and proper operation. If you don't already keep operator's manuals in a central location, consider collecting them before the busy field season begins. Then review the manuals and think about how you use the equipment in your operation. Are you using equipment for tasks they were meant to perform? Do you follow the manufacturer's safety precautions? For example, it may be handy to pick apples from the bucket of a skid steer loader, however, you are also taking unexpected risks. The bucket is designed to dump its contents and it has no guardrails or back-up system to prevent the bucket from suddenly dropping if the hydraulic power fails. The time you spend now on pre-season safety checks may be invaluable later in preventing a serious injury.

is to maintain the recommended speed and to use both brake pedals together for a more controlled and smoother stop. When leaving the combine, make sure the header is down on the ground or floor, supported by solid blocks, or positioned up with the safety latch secured. Always turn off the machine, set the parking brake, and remove the key from the ignition Prior to harvest prepare your equipment by checking filters, hoses, etc., sharpen knives and cutter bars, and the accuracy of the cutter head and the storage facilities (e.g., sight rails, lights if filling at night, etc.). Make sure that necessary SMV emblems and reflective marking are visible on tractors, implements, and wagon that we be traveling on public roadways. Examine equipment for rotating shafts, gears, pulleys, and ensure that all shields are in place and in good working condition. Meet with everyone involved in the harvesting process to review responsibilities and safety reminders.

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•According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2009 approximately 1.03 million children under the age of 20 lived, worked or had a regular presence on farms in the U.S., and about 519,000 of these children also performed work on the farms. •On average, 113 children under the age of 20 die annually from farm-related injuries (1995-2000), with 34% of these fatalities occurring among youth aged 16-19. •In 2009, an estimated 16,100 children and adolescents were injured on farms, and 3,400 of these injuries were due to farm work. •23% of fatal injuries to youth on U.S. farms involved machinery, including tractors; 19% involved motor vehicles, including ATV’s; and 16% were due to drowning. •Agriculture work is one of the most dangerous occupations in the U.S., with an average death rate of approximately 25 people per 100,000 workers.

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Safety recommendations when baling and handling round bales When baling and handling large round bales, you must recognize and understand potential hazards and follow the manufacturer's operating recommendations for each piece of equipment you use. Using a Round Baler The round baler is a complex machine with multiple moving parts, and an entanglement incident could lead to costly repair bills, injury, or death. Prior to using the baler each season, you must: *thoroughly inspect it, *make any needed repairs, and *review all of the safety precautions in the ownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s manual. Safety Recommendations Make sure that safety locks are in place when working on the baler while the bale chamber is open. When operating the baler, do not leave the tractor seat until the power take-off (PTO) is disengaged and all moving parts have stopped. Ensure that all the original shields are in place on the power shafts and other moving parts of both the tractor and baler. Because balers produce flammable dust and are susceptible to overheating due to friction, equip your tractor with a 10-pound dry chemical (ABC) fire extinguisher. Eject the bales at an angle perpendicular to the slope to reduce the risk of a bale rolling down the incline. When baling on uneven or hilly terrain, travel slowly and avoid holes and drop-offs. A round baler has a high center of gravity and could tip sideways if a wheel goes into a ditch or hole. Avoid sharp turns with a baler because the tractor wheels might hit the tongue of the baler.

Refer to the owner's manual of the baler for additional safety information related to the machine you are using. Handling Bales Many producers move bales in the field with front-end loaders. The recommended practice for moving bales with a front-end loader is to remove the bucket and use an attachment designed to handle round bales, such as a grapple hook or bale spear. Using a grapple hook or spear on your front-end loader reduces the potential for the bale to roll back onto the loader arms or operator. Be certain that both the tractor and the attachment are able to safely handle the weight and size of your round bales. The lifting mechanism used to move the bales should have a working load rating that exceeds the size of the bales. The center of gravity on a tractor changes when it is carrying a bale. Producers tend to lift the load to increase visibility. This action raises the center of gravity and places the tractor at increased risk for a side overturn. The risk of a side overturn also increases when traction is lost because the tractor is operating on rough terrain or wet ground. When using a rear-mounted three-point lift to move round bales, do not lift bales too high. The center of gravity could shift to the rear of the tractor and cause the front of the tractor to rise. If the front of the tractor rises too much, the front tires lose stability, and steering is impaired. Hauling bales simultaneously with a front-end loader and rear-mounted attachment can reduce the stability problem, but you must take care not to exceed the weight limit for the loader tractorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tire capacity. Safety Recommendations: Avoid overhead wires when you are moving bales with a front-end loader. Keep the bale close to the ground. Use additional weight (within the load capacity of the tires) on the front or rear end of the tractor to ensure stability. Relieve the hydraulic pressure before disconnecting all hydraulic lines. Examine the lines for leaks and malfunctioning parts. When moving bales, use a tractor that is equipped with a rollover protective structure (ROPS), and always buckle the seat belt. Hauling Bales Specialized bale wagons and trailers that carry multiple bales at a time can save time and reduce the risk of overturns and of overloading a tractorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hydraulic system. Safety Recommendations When using a wagon or trailer to haul bales, choose a tractor that can maneuver and stop a wagon or trailer carrying the weight of the bales. Ensure that the wagon or trailer is properly hitched to the tractorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drawbar by using a safety pin and a safety chain. Properly secure the bales on the wagon or trailer by using straps that have a tensile strength of one-and-half thereaders! weight of the load. Let us help you present your card totimes 15,700 Place your card in our directory for only $25 each month! When transporting round bales on a public roadway, remember to follow all traffic laws related to wide loads. The trailer or wagon should be highly visible and equipped with a slow-moving Call Today! vehicle (SMV) emblem, reflectors, and warning lights.

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Electrical safety during harvest Every year farmers deal with many dangers around the farms and fields. Slow moving vehicles, moving parts on equipment, and electrical hazards are all a part of their daily routines as they go through their busy routines. 1. Electrical Inspections Examine wiring associated with electrical panels, lighting, equipment, disconnects, and outlets. Bugs, mice, spider webs, and dust get into electrical boxes and connections should be inspected. Harvest is a good a time to readying the farm for safety. If these areas are dirty or filled with obstructions, turn off power and blow them out with an air hose. Check wires to see if mice have chewed the insulation off before you energize anything. All electrical equipment should be grounded before running it. 2. Safety Checklist Electrical safety around the farm during the harvest season should be on your safety checklist. Every year, accidents around the farm happen because of faulty cords, equipment, electrical panels, and electrical devices. Before you get caught up in the season harvest, walk around the farm and find the problem areas. Correcting them now will provide for a safe and troublefree harvest. 3. Slow Moving Vehicles Tractors, combines, and trucks pulling wagon loads of grain are all part of the scenery on the roads when the harvest is in full gear. In order to be safe, be sure to have your flashers on and a slow-moving vehicle sign mounted to your

farm implement. Check the electrical connections for defects at both the battery and light connections. Be sure that the lights all work before heading out on the road and this includes the headlights. Although the sun may be shining when you head off to the field, storms and the darkness of nightfall will require the use of these lights for your safety and for those of other drivers. 4. Augers and Auger Connections In order to move grain from trucks and wagons to grain bins, farmers use many different types of augers. Some augers run off of the PTO of tractors, while others are controlled by an electric motor, controlled by a switch and motor starter. In any case, augers should have a safety guard around all moving parts of the auger. The open ended part of the auger where grain is fed to fill the bin should always have a metal wire grate to keep someone from both reaching into the moving auger area and also to keep someone from falling into the auger. Augers drive a shaft with u-joints along the side of the auger that turn sprockets on top of the auger. These areas should all have guards to prevent clothing, fingers, and other body parts from coming into contact with them. Loose fitting clothes can become tangled in moving parts and you can be sucked into harms way in no time at all. Don't get in a hurry, practice safety first! 5. Electrical Panels and Disconnects Before beginning the harvest season, take time to check the connections in all of your electrical

panels and disconnects. Turn off main power and tighten each breaker connection and lug connection that may have become loose from use and vibrations. Be certain fuses and breakers are not oversized for circuits and wiring they feed. Be sure all equipment feeds have connected ground wires and they are bonded in the panels and disconnects. Check all neutral connects to be sure they are tight. Any splices or connections in junction boxes should be checked to assure they are all tight. 6. Electrical Outlets and Feeds Electrical outlets are needed around the farm to use a variety of tools and equipment. In wet areas and outside where they are exposed to the weather, you should use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlet. This provides protection from electrical shock by automatically turning off the circuit. 7. Animal Safety Keep all electrical connections out of reach from animals. Keep all extension cords, connections, and light far enough away from animals so they cannot chew on them or come in contact with them. Any electrical cords attached to water tanks should be checked for fraying or cracking. Only use extension cords for a short period of time to feed farm related equipment. If a feed is going to be used regularly, run protected wiring, installed in electrical conduit for protection and durability. 8. Lighting Safety The fall harvest season brings cooler weather and shorter days. Because of this, you’ll likely need ample lighting to work around the farm. Many dangers lurk in under-lit areas. Before the

harvest begins, look over the areas that you’ll likely be in and add necessary lighting to accommodate these areas. Provide light switches to turn the lights off when not in use. 9. Power Lines, Electrical Connection Dangers When moving tall equipment around the farm, beware of overhead power line dangers. Augers should be cranked down to a safe level when traveling under power lines. Dump trucks and semis have similar problems when the dump beds are rising up to dump their loads. Be aware of surroundings when lifting the dump bed and moving the vehicle while the dump is in the up position. When the unloading auger of a combine is turned out to unload, these augers could come in contact with a sagging power line or electrical connection on a power pole. Stay at least 30 feet from all power lines power poles. 10. Extension Cords and Temporary Feeds Extension cords should be equipped with ground connections and plugged into threepronged, grounded outlets. When in outdoor and wet locations, cords should be plugged into GFCI outlets. Tape connection points between outlet plugs to keep out moisture and dirt. If extension cords are crossing an area that vehicles will be traveling over, install the cord in a steel pipe and sink it below ground level to protect the cord from damage. If extension cords show any signs of wear or fraying, dispose of the cord and replace it. Never wind an extension cord while it is plugged in. If there happens to be a bare wire somewhere along the cord and you touch it while winding the cord, you could be electrocuted.

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Iowa endured a very cool and wet week. Frost was scattered across much of the state on Saturday (13th) morning with official temperatures dipping to 31 degrees at Elkader, Estherville, Mason City, Sheldon, Sioux Center, Stanley and Webster City. These were the lowest temperatures recorded in Iowa for so early in the season since a 29 degree reading near Elkader on September 10, 1976. Also of note were torrential rains over portions of the southern one-half of the state between Tuesday (9th) morning and Wednesday (10th) morning. Additionally, light to moderate rain fell across all but far southwestern Iowa on Monday (8th) with statewide light rain from Thursday (11th) night into Friday (12th) morning. Weekly rain totals varied from 0.38 inches at Estherville to 5.65 inches at Hartford (Warren Co.). The statewide average precipitation was 2.26 inches while normal for the week is 0.82 inches. This was the fourth consecutive wetter than normal week. The statewide average month-todate rainfall has already exceeded the normal for the entire month. Temperatures were below normal excepting a brief warm period from Monday afternoon through Tuesday. Sidney recorded the highest temperature with a high of 85 degrees on Monday. Temperatures were far below normal from Thursday through the weekend with daytime highs only in the forties in many areas on Friday. Overall, temperatures for the week averaged 9.0 degrees below normal.

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Ag Outlook & Management meeting held Nov. 12

Iowa State University Extension will host an Ag Outlook & Management Seminar on Wednesday morning, Nov. 12 at MidWestOne Bank, 4510 Prairie Parkway, Cedar Falls. The seminar is designed to provide agribusiness professionals and producers with an evaluation of market conditions and expected trends in crop and livestock income potential. Speakers will discuss the market outlook for corn and soybeans, marketing strategies for the current crop, the outlook for beef and pork, and 2014 Farm Bill decisions. Meeting registration begins at 8 AM and the program will conclude by 11:30 AM. The last date to pre-register is Monday, Nov. 10; to register contact Black Hawk County Extension at 319-234-6811. Registration fee is $20 for those who sign up by the deadline and includes meeting materials and refreshments; late registration is $25. More information is available at: www. extension.iastate.edu/agdm/info/meetings.html

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Ventilation systems crucial for confined space manure storage Ventilation is crucial in reducing risk exposure when entering a confined space manure storage. Manure storage is considered a confined space based on the criteria established by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). OSHA defines a confined space as 1) being a large enough space and configured in such a way that an employee can bodily enter and perform assigned work; 2) having limited or restricted means for entry or exit; and 3) not designed for continuous employee occupancy. The following hazards exist in a confined space manure storage: lack of oxygen, toxic and flammable gases, and potential exposure to drowning. Ventilation Recommendations The four main types of gases that can be in a manure storage area include hydrogen sulfide, ammonia, methane, and carbon dioxide. Ventilation of the area is recommended to decrease the level of these gases and to replenish the oxygen level in the manure storage. Ventilation recommendations are based on the ANSI/ASABE S607 standard that was approved in October 2010 by the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers. This standard was developed to reduce risk from asphyxiation, poisoning, and explosions prior to entering a confined space manure storage by specifying the positive

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Women who own or manage farmland in Buchanan and surrounding counties are invited to participate in a free conservation discussion focused on soil health Oct. 15 at Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach, Heartland Acres Agribition Center, Independence. Women Caring for the LandSM is sponsored by Women, Food and Agriculture Network. The meeting will begin with registration and resource sharing at 8:30 AM. In the afternoon, participants will travel via bus to the Dick and Diana Sloan farm near Brandon for a demonstration soil tests for soil structure and stability and infiltration. Wear or bring appropriate clothing and footwear to walk into the field. The meeting will end with dessert and wrap-up at Heartland Acres by 3 PM. Maintaining healthy soil is the key to farmland productivity and environmental health. Learn to assess and improve soil health through practices such as cover crops, no-till and striptill, among other conservation practices. Nearly half the farmland in Iowa is currently owned or coowned by women. Women Caring for the LandSM offers a peer-to-peer, informal discussion format to allow landowners to talk about farm management goals, facilitated by conservationists. This response from a recent attendee is typical: â&#x20AC;&#x153;This has given me some understanding of what my husband talks about. I came to this meeting with no understanding â&#x20AC;&#x201C; I am excited about the projects possible to protect the Iowa soil and feel this meeting has helped me in beginning to learn about farming.â&#x20AC;? RSVP by 4 PM Oct. 13 to Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach at 319-334-7161 or rrfuller@iastate.edu. Lunch provided by a local restaurant. For information visit www.womencaringfortheland.org or call Carol, WFAN, at 641-430-2540. The meeting is supported with funding from the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship and local partners USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, Soil and Water Conservation Districts, and Iowa State University Extension.

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The Agricultural Act of 2014 (2014 Farm Bill) has authorized a one-time base acreage reallocation and program yield update. The Farm Bill has also authorized new farm programs including Price Loss Coverage (PLC) and Agricultural Risk Coverage (ARC). PLC and ARC crop programs provide price and revenue, respectively, payments to eligible producers for the 2014 through 2018 crop years. The Farm Bill decision process is a three-step process: 1. Reallocation of base acres and/or update of counter-cyclical yields (CC yield) by FSA farm number. 2. Election (one-time) of PLC or ARC program by FSA farm number for the period of the farm bill. 3. Enrollment (annual) of the farm in the program elected. Summary Acreage History Report During early August, the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) mailed all farmland owners and operators a Summary Acreage History Report by FSA farm number. This report will provide farm owners and operators with the base acres and counter-cyclical yield (CC yield) as of Sept. 30, 2013. This report will also identify planted acres of covered commodities reported (for 2008 through 2012), prevented planted acres, and acres planted after failed or prevented (subsequent acres). These were reported to FSA by the producer for all covered commodities planted on the farm for each year 2008 through 2012. Also, in approved double crop counties, both covered commodities

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planted will be included. Reallocation of Base Acres Upon receipt of the Summary Acreage History Report, farmland owners and operators should thoroughly review the acreage data by farm for each crop and each year outlined in the report. If the acreage history is accurate for the farm then no further action is required by the farmland owner or operator at this time. However, farmland owners and operators who determine the Summary Acreage History Report is incorrect or missing data should contact their local FSA county office to request corrections to the acreage history report. Additional information will be provided once the reallocation software and forms are available in FSA county offices which may require farmland owners and operators input or action. Base acreage reallocation allows the landowner/producer to reallocate base acres to covered commodities based on historical plantings from the current base acre allocation. The historical plantings are based on the years of 2009 to 2012. Individuals cannot increase the number of base acres; they can only reallocate the base acres. There is an option to keep the current base acre allocation as of Sept. 30, 2013, or reallocate the base acres. Update of CC Yield to Program Yield The historical CC Yield will be provided in the letter; the producer/landowner will have the option to update the program yield based on a 5-year (2008-2012) historical planted yield history. The updated Program Yield will be equivalent to 90% of the simple average of the planted yield from 2008 to 2012. A plug yield per year of 75% of the county average planted yield will

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be used for farm planted yields below the 75% county average value. FSA is projected to launch their reallocation of bases/yield updates software in the early fall 2014. If the decision to update Program Yield (from CC Yield) is taken, producers should be watching for further information on what information will be accepted to document historical yields. Infor on Farm Bill Crop Programs The initial program information has been released. See the Ag Decision Maker â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Farm Bill homepage for the latest information related to Iowa producers http://www.extension.iastate.edu/ agdm/info/farmbill.html USDA hopes to publicize the final program and the regulations for both ARC and PLC in fall 2014. Producers can visit FSAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Farm Bill website at www. fsa.usda.gov/farmbill and are encouraged to visit often for the latest in FSA federal farm program news and updates. FSA also recommends farmland owners and operators subscribe to GovDelivery â&#x20AC;&#x201C; FSAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s online news source. Self-subscribe at www.fsa.usda.gov/subscribe. Monthly updates and related announcements will be electronically delivered to online subscribers with 24/7 access to the latest Farm Bill information. Additionally, USDA has allocated funding to state-based Extension services to educate producers/landowners, and has authorized the academic institutions to develop web-based tools to help producers/landowners decide on ARC, PLC and other programs authorized by the 2014 Farm Bill. Information obtained from USDA Notice ARCPLC-7 and provided by Steve Johnson, ISUEO Farm Business Management Field Specialist. For questions, contact Kristen Schulte, ISUEO farm business management field specialist, at 563-547-3001 or kschulte@iastate.edu.

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Iowa farmers interested in reducing soil erosion, improving water quality, and creating wildlife habitat on their land have until Oct. 17 to be considered for funding through USDAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) for fiscal year 2015. Through EQIP, USDAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) provides financial and technical assistance to install conservation practices such as nutrient management, terraces, grassed waterways, cover crops, manure management facilities, and pasture management. There are several EQIP initiatives included in the signup, where NRCS sets aside financial assistance for specific practices and producers. Examples include practices that improve on-farm energy, assist in the organic transition process, add wildlife habitat, and target certain practices, such as seasonal high tunnels. Iowa NRCS also sets aside 10% of the Iowa EQIP financial assistance program for the historically underserved, which include beginning farmers, socially disadvantaged farmers, limited resource producers, and veterans. Visit a local NRCS office for information about conservation planning and financial assistance to fund conservation practices, or go to www.ia.nrcs.usda.gov.

A seminar will be held for those eligible for Medicare in the near future, those who have been on Medicare for awhile and want to better understand what it offers, and those with family members who have Medicare issues. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Welcome to Medicare,â&#x20AC;? a twohour seminar offered by Buchanan County SHIIP counselors, will be held 5:30-7:30 PM, Oct. 30, Buchanan County Healthy Lifestyles Center in Independence. Register by Oct. 20, by calling Jim Rozendaal 1-563-920-2853. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re excited to offer this free seminar to the community,â&#x20AC;? said Diana Johnson, director of the senior center. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Medicare is such an important program and understanding what it offers helps assure that anyone eligible gets the health benefits they deserve.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Welcome to Medicareâ&#x20AC;? will cover Medicare Part A and Part B benefits, prescription drug benefit (Part D), Medicare Advantage plans and Medicare supplement insurance. For more information or questions call 319-334-2934. Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) is a service of the State of Iowa. SHIIP counselors Rose Hansen, Donald Mumm, Jim Rozendaal and Jane West are trained by the state and do not sell or promote any insurance companies, policies or agents. Buchanan County Council on Aging is a local sponsor for SHIIP in Buchanan County.

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CITY OF BRANDON REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 8, 2014 The City Council of Brandon, Iowa met in regular session on Monday, September 8, 2014 at City Hall. Mayor Guy Stacy called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Council members present: Patrick Aldrich, Joseph Redenbaugh, and Ron Boyer. Absent: Kelly Thomas and Travis Cornwell. Motion Aldrich/Boyer to approve Consent agenda which included approval of agenda, the minutes of August 11th council meeting, treasurerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s report and payment of bills. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion Boyer/Redenbaugh to approve minutes of August 20th special council meeting. All ayes. Motion carried. Buchanan County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Deputy Ben Ward spoke with the council about the August record of

performance. The month included investigations on several vandalism calls. Deputy Ward encouraged residents to call if they have anything to report. MSA Professional Services Engineer, Joe Elsinger, was in attendance to advise that MSA is currently working on revising plans and will be at next monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s meeting to show revised alternatives for council review and approval. Sager, Magellan, and Regional treatment are all being considered. Sewage will need to be monitored until June 2015 and if efďŹ&#x201A;uent limits cannot be met, a plan will need to be approved. Motion Boyer/Aldrich to schedule a special meeting on October 6th and to hold a public hearing on October 13th to select a plan for sewer system updates. All ayes. Motion carried. Elsinger was given twenty-three (23) more completed survey questionnaires to pass on for calculation. Resident John Lindaman spoke to the council about problem with storm sewer run-off on his property. The city will look into this problem and make every attempt to ďŹ nd a

solution for it. Motion Aldrich/Redenbaugh to approve ďŹ rst reading of Ordinance No. 2014-3 increasing sewer service charges. Roll call vote: Ayes: Boyer, Aldrich, and Redenbaugh. Nays: None. Motion carried. Motion Boyer/Aldrich to add 101 East Street and 502 South Street for abandoned building action. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion Boyer/Aldrich for Enos to purchase three (3) water meters to have on hand and two (2) dehumidiďŹ ers for well houses. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion Boyer/Aldrich to adjourn at 7:40 p.m. All ayes. Motion carried. /s/ Guy Stacy, Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Danette Lujan, City Clerk Peters Law OfďŹ ce- .................. professional fees ............$ 2 9 5 . 4 6 Storm Steel-stop sign & drain cover repair ................................$ 5 6 . 3 6 Titan-ignition switch ..........$ 3 3 . 2 5 Center Point Farm & Auto-tractor&dumptruckmaintenance ..........................................$ 3 6 . 7 2 Karrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sept-porta pottiesAugust ...................................$ 8 5 . 0 0

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Quasqueton City Council Monthly meeting called to order by Mayor Staton at 7pm on September 8, 2014. Council members in attendance were; Payne, Mausser, Werling and Nelson. Council member Stanford was absent. Citizens in attendance were Marcia Hepker, Wayne Weber, Cliff and Sandra Nelson, Sarah Martwig, Corinne Love, Brian Vanous, Lee Bossom, Attorney Jim Peters, Anita Arnold, Jay Sandberg and EB Government students. Pledge of Allegiance was recited and roll call was taken. In citizens forum; Marsha advised everyone that a jeep was seen at campground tearing up new grass seed that had been planted near new bridge. Mr. Weber expressed his concern for his wife’s’ condition due to illness and dust on third street. Mr. Weber also advised everyone that he was not happy

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Buchanan County Board of Supervisors September 5, 2014 The Buchanan County Board of Supervisors met in regular session at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, September 5, 2014 with Ellen Gaffney, Chairman in the Chair, Gary Gissel and Ralph Kremer present. Absent, none. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Motion by Gissel second by Kremer to approve the minutes of the August 25th meeting. All in favor, motion carried. Motion by Kremer second by Gissel to approve the claims filed with the County Auditor for payment in the amount of $307,550.46. All in favor, motion carried. Motion by Kremer second by Gissel to accept the resignation of Lisa A. Meader, part-time dispatcher in the Sheriff’s office effective August 31, 2014. All in favor, motion carried. Public Health Director, Amy Marlow presented her monthly report. The B’Well Committee will be holding a strategic planning session this month. The Department of Public Health contract signature process is still not complete. The RAGBRAI After Action Report is completed and being reviewed by the committee. The flu shot vaccine has arrived and the department is scheduling business flu shot clinics. The department has started reviewing immunization cards in schools and licensed daycares within the

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that Haunted Houses were going to remain at lagoon area this year. Unless otherwise stated all motions were unanimous. A motion was made by Mausser, and second by Payne for approval of previous minutes. New bills received were added to existing ones, a motion was made by Payne and second by Werling for approval of all bills. Street light resolution failed due to lack of motion. Under resolution 14-15 (Street Financial Report), a motion was made by Nelson, and second by Payne for approval. A motion was entered by Payne and second by Mausser for approval of Law Enforcement Report. Mayor advised everyone of meeting that he had attended in Independence for Wapsi Watershed Project. He explained that the county is trying to establish a formal partnership between cities, the county and water conservation districts. The goal is to secure funding for watershed planning and project implementation to reduce ﬂooding and improve water quality in the Wapsipinicon

Watershed. A motion was made by Mausser and second by Payne to show intent on signing a 28E Agreement with the County. Mayor advised everyone that the City did not get the REAP grant that they applied for the shower house. The council discussed different options of modifying original plans so that if other grant applied for does not go through that the City would still be able to afford to go forward with shower house project. A motion was made by Mausser and second by Nelson for approval of Clerks Report. A motion was entered by Nelson, and second by Payne for approval of Public Works Report. A motion was made by Werling and second by Mausser for approval of QES Report. Lee Bossom gave Treasurer Report, he further advised council that would probably not be able to continue with his position due to his failing eye sight. The Mayor advised everyone that the Haunted House would begin on October 10th, 2014.

Attorney Peters advised citizens when making complaints; they should be reported ﬁrst to the Sheriff, so that it is on record. Mayor advised everyone that the City had received a Tree Grant in the amount of $8700. The Mayor and Patty Petersen are working on Phase 1; getting bids on speciﬁc trees for Ball Park. The Mayor talked about forming Quasky Volunteer Co-op. This would allow citizens to meet 2 times a year and do odds and ends around town or volunteer anytime to do odd jobs to make our town look better. He also stated that if everyone could volunteer 1 hour a month doing something in town it would make it a lot better place. Brian Vanous offered to mow the Fire Station when mowing his property. Vanous also volunteered to clean City Hall carpeting. The Mayor advised council that they need to start having long term budgeting projects. Council will have a special meeting for this in November. Council members discussed

weeds in culvert off of 270th street. The case at campgrounds is broken. Speed limit sign on south end of town is down again. Council further discussed placing splash pad on next long term budget meeting. Council approved giving cemetery its annual donation of $2000. A motion was made by Werling and second by Nelson to adjourn meeting at 8:45pm, recorded by Anita Arnold. Ipers..................................5 3 8 . 7 0 Rowley Savings Bank-941 Mthly Payment ...........................8 8 2 . 2 6 Greentree-flowers city hall ..5 2 . 4 4 Arnold, Anita I ...................7 5 0 . 3 7 Sandberg, Jay D ............2 , 0 2 8 . 4 5 Staton, Adrienne .................6 8 . 6 2 American Legion Post 434-Memorial Reimb for paint .............8 1 . 4 8 Marsha Hepker-campground commission .............................4 0 8 . 6 9 Quasky Mart-9/1/14 Statement..................................4 2 0 . 1 6 East Buchanan Telephone Co-OpPhone Lines 671/14..........2 0 3 . 9 6 The News-Minutes..............8 3 . 4 0 Olsen Auto Salvage-Parts/Labor 2001 Dodge ...................1 , 3 4 0 . 5 0 Greentree-flowers city hall ..5 2 . 4 4

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county. Director Marlow presented information on the West Nile Virus. Motion by Gissel second by Kremer to accept the report. All in favor, motion carried. Motion by Gissel second by Kremer to approve the following resolution. On roll call all voted aye thereon. Motion carried. RESOLUTION 14-68 WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors has the power to abate taxes on property that has been ordered through condemnation per Iowa Code 445.63. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors authorizes the County Treasurer to abate taxes under the name of Greif Farms LLC, parcel #06.10.200.001 in the amount of $940.00 for the years 2013 payable 2014-15 and $221.00 for the years 2012 payable 2013-2014. Passed this 5th day of September 2014. Motion by Gissel second by Kremer to approve the following resolution. On roll call all voted aye thereon. Motion carried. RESOLUTION 14-69 and NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WHEREAS, the Buchanan County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing for the ﬁrst reading of the proposed Assessment of Wind Energy Conversion Property Ordinance on Monday, September 22, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. in the Board of Supervisors’ Chambers, Courthouse, Independence. Copies of the proposed Ordinance are available in the County Auditor’s ofﬁce. Passed this 5th day of September 2014. Motion by Kremer second by Gissel to approve the following bid no-

tification for farmland. All in favor, motion carried. SOLICITATION FOR BIDS FARM LAND FOR RENT BY BUCHANAN COUNTY: 152 acres more or less. Three year lease. The Northeast Quarter (NE ¼), Section 25, Township 89 North (T89N) Range 9 West (R9W), West of the Fifth P.M. The CSR is 73. The operator will maintain reasonable soil fertility. Payments are due March 1 and October 1, 2015, 2016 and 2017. Minimum bid $200.00 per acre. PASTURE LAND FOR RENT BY BUCHANAN COUNTY: 58 acres more or less of pasture and building site. The Northeast Quarter (NE ¼) of the Southwest Quarter (SW ¼) , except Parcel B in the Southwest Quarter (SW ¼) and except the South 410 feet of the East 557.38 feet; and the Southeast Quarter (SE ¼) of the Southwest Quarter (SW ¼) except the East 430 feet; and the East 10 acres of the Northwest Quarter (NW ¼) of the Southwest Quarter (SW ¼); and the building site in the Southeast Quarter (SE ¼) of the Southwest Quarter (SW ¼); all located in Section 25, Township 89 North, Range 9 West of the 5th P.M. in Buchanan County, Iowa. Containing approximately 58 acres. Payments are due March 1, 2015, 2016 and 2017. All bids shall be submitted on bid proposal forms which can be obtained at the County Auditor’s office. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope mailed or given to the Buchanan County Auditor’s office not later than 9:15 a.m., Monday, October 6, 2014. The words “Farmland bid” must be written on the outside of the envelope. Bids will be opened beginning at 9:30

a.m., October 6, 2014 in the Supervisors boardroom at the Buchanan County Courthouse. Those submitting sealed bids will be allowed to raise their bids at that time. Contact the Board of Supervisors at 319-334-3578 for further information. At 9:30 a.m. the public hearing regarding the Old Older Amish rezoning request was called to order with Kris Wilgenbusch, Bruce Johnson, Clayton Ohrt, Doug Shaffer, Michael Hudson, Ora T. Miller and Chad Beatty, Zoning Administrator present. Mr. Beatty read the minutes of the Zoning Commission meeting and stated their vote was 6 to 0 to approve the request. After discussion, motion by Kremer second by Gissel to close the hearing at 9:34 a.m. All in favor, motion carried. Motion by Kremer second by Gissel to approve the following resolution. On roll call all voted aye thereon. Motion carried. RESOLUTION 14-70 WHEREAS, Kremer proposed the adoption and enactment of a Zoning Ordinance Amendment on the 11th day of August 2014, which action is recorded in Book W Page 208 of the Minutes of the Board of Supervisors; and WHEREAS, the same was duly published in the Independence Bulletin Journal, an ofﬁcial newspaper of general circulation in the county and complying with Sections 618.3 and 618.14 of the Code of Iowa, on 23rdday of August 2014; and UPON MOTION made by Kremer and second by Gissel a vote was held to suspend the requirement for three successive readings and votes, which motion passed by a vote of a majority of the Board of Supervisors, as follows:

THOSE VOTING FOR SUSPENSION OF THE REQUIREMENT: Gaffney, Gissel and Kremer THOSE VOTING AGAINST SUSPENSION OF THE REQUIREMENT: None NOW THEREFORE the following was read and voted upon by the Board of Supervisors, and it passed by a vote of a majority of the Board of Supervisors: AND IT IS NOW THEREFORE ENACTED AND ORDAINED: ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT 14-A-11 BUCHANAN COUNTY, IOWA The rezoning of property located in Hazleton Township, Section 31, 1.25 acres “A-1” agricultural to “R-1” residential. The rezoning of the following described property is approved: Starting at the NE corner of Sec. 31, T90N, R8W of 5th P.M. Buchanan County, Iowa. Thence 198 ft. West, 231 ft. South, 198 Ft. North to the point of beginning.To allow construction of a private school and gain compliance with the zoning ordinance. THOSE VOTING FOR THE PASSAGE: Gaffney, Gissel and Kremer THOSE VOTING AGAINST THE PASSAGE: None Passed this 5thday of September, 2014. At 9:45 a.m. the Board proceeded to open the bids received for the replacement of furnaces at the Senior Center as follows: Independence Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Inc., Independence, $11,790, alternate #1 $18,582; Johnson Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, Independence, $8,994, alternate #1 $17,776; and Primrose Heating & Air Conditioning, Jesup, alternate #1 $14,620.

After discussion, motion by Gissel second by Kremer to accept the low bid from Primrose Heating & Air Conditioning in the amount of $14,620. All in favor, motion carried. The Board met with Conservation Director Dan Cohen and Conservation Board Chairman Jim Klever to discuss the funding of the Fontana campground upgrades. The county approved the expenditure from the Conservation Reserve Fund with a reimbursement of up to $6,500 per year of increased camping fees to the Conservation Reserve Fund for the next three years. The Conservation Board approved the expenditure from the General Fund. The following options were discussed: the expenditures are made from the General Fund; the expenditures are made from the Conservation Reserve Fund with reimbursement to the Conservation Reserve Fund of $6,500 per year for three years; or the expenditures remain as originally budgeted. No action was taken by the Board until the next meeting. The Board met with Marg Hall regarding a tax abatement request on a cabin located in Johnsonville. Assistant County Attorney Michael Hudson informed the Board of Supervisors there are no provisions in the Iowa Code that allows for the tax abatement. No action was taken by the Board until Assistant Attorney Hudson can research the abatement of penalty and interest. Motion by Gissel second by Kremer to adjourn at 11:12a.m. All in favor, motion carried. Ellen Gaffney, Chairman ATTEST: Cindy Gosse, Auditor

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