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An important property tax notice will affect the amount of property tax paid in 2013, and may affect eligibility for a property-tax refund. Property owners in Stearns County who need a homestead classification have until Dec. 17 to file the application. Contact the county assessor at 320-6563680 or stop in their office to file a homestead application if one of the following applies: • A property was purchased in the past year and the owner, or a qualifying relative, occupy the property for homestead purposes on Dec. 1; or • The property owner or a qualifying relative occupies a property for homestead purposes on Dec. 1 and the property was previously classified as non-homestead. The Stearns County assessor must also be contacted by Dec. 17 by the property owner or a qualifying relative of the property owner if the use of the property has changed during the past year. If the property owner should sell, move or for any reason no longer qualify for the homestead classification, they are required to notify the county assessor within 30 days of the change in homestead status. Failure to notify the county assessor within this 30-day period is punishable by recalculation of tax as non-homestead, in addition to a penalty equal to 100 percent of the homestead benefits.
GNTC to hold auditions for ‘Something’s Afoot’
The Great Northern Theater Company will hold auditions for its dinner-theater production called “Something’s Afoot,” which is a reprisal of the first GNTC dinner-theater production at 7 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, Dec. 4 and 6 in the choir room at Rocori High School, Cold Spring. Callbacks will be Thursday Dec. 13. Rehearsals will be Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings and the production will be presented Feb. 14-17 and 22-24 at the Great Blue Heron, Cold Spring. “Something’s Afoot,” featuring 10 actors, is a campy murder-mystery musical with odd occurrences happening to all the cast members throughout. There are roles for six men and four women, ranging in ages from late teens to 60+. A cockney accent would be a plus. For more information, visit the GNTC website at www.gntc1.com.
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Above left: Cheryl Novacinski, a first-grade teacher at Kennedy Community School, explains an assignment Nov. 15. Above right: Pat Forte, a sixth-grade teacher at Kennedy Community School explains an assignment Nov. 15 to Logan Bakken (standing), Rachel Zimmer and Cole Thoma. Novacinski and Forte received Leadership in Educational Excellence Awards from Resource Training and Solutions.
Three teachers at Kennedy Community School received awards for doing what they love – teaching students. The honor, which came from Resource Training and Solutions of St. Cloud, recognizes those who excel in academic leadership. Teachers Pat Forte and Cheryl Novacinski received Leadership in Educational Excellence Awards last month. Paraprofessional Judy Theisen was named Support Staff of the Year. All said they are humbled by the acknowledgment. Novacinski has taught first grade for 26 years. The St. Joseph resident even had her Teachers • page 5
City considers utility-fee increases by TaLeiza Calloway news@thenewsleaders.com
Residents could see a hike in water and sewer rates in 2013 if proposed increases are approved next month. Elected officials evaluated proposed utility fee increases Nov. 15. The city is expected to hold a public hearing about the proposed fees Dec. 6. Finance Director Lori Bartlett
said the increase will help offset the debt in the city’s waterand-sewer funds. The debts are general-obligation debts. That means they are backed by taxpayers. The effect of the proposed rate increase on an average single-family unit is $6.85, about a 10-percent increase on a monthly bill. “We’re getting into the situation where we need to increase fees and/or levy some of that
money back to pay for those debts,” Bartlett said. “We don’t really have reserves sitting in other funds to help offset it at this point.” Specifically, water-line charges could go from $12.50 per unit per bi-month to $18. The charge for water usage could see an increase of $.20, bringing it to $3.20 per 1,000 gallons. Sewer-utility rates could go from $2.65 to $2.80
per 1,000 gallons. Even with the proposed rate increase, the city still falls in the middle of the pack for utility bill charges in the area, Bartlett said. St. Joseph is not the only city considering rate increases for the coming year. Sartell is considering a 5-percent increase in water rates and an increase of about 9 percent in sewer rates, according to city Fees • page 3
‘Healthcare directives - a gift to your family’ by Cori Hilsgen news@thenewsleaders.com
Registered nurse Karen Kleinschmidt recently spoke about health-care directives and palliative care. Kleinschmidt has many years of nursing experience – some at the St. Cloud Hospital. Sponsored by the Health and Wellness Committee of the St. Joseph Catholic Church, Kleinschmidt titled her talk, “Healthcare directives – a gift to your family.” Often, health-care directives can make decisions easier for families and help families not to disagree at a difficult time. Kleinschmidt said healthcare directives have replaced what used to be called a living will. This change was made in 1998. The old living wills are grandfathered in but differ
somewhat. St. Cloud Hospital is switching to a new form of healthcare directive called “Honoring Choices.” People can change their health-care directives at any time as long as they are able to make their own decisions. They are responsible for knowing who they have given copies of their directive to so it can be replaced if they do make changes. Kleinschmidt said a healthcare directive is like an insurance policy. Most people never need to use it, she said, but it’s available if needed. Health-care directives are for people who are unable to make their own health-care decisions. By completing a health-care directive, an agent is named to make substituted judgment for people if they are unable to do so for themselves.
It’s important to keep a copy and give each designated agent a copy. Agents should also be asked if they want to be named in someone’s health-care directive. Decisions that directives help families and loved ones decide are things such as whether to sustain a person’s health by use of a feeding tube, a ventilator, whether to resuscitate, to use IV fluids, to hospitalize, to turn a pacemaker off and other choices. It can also state whether or not the person wants to donate their organs or tissues. Funeral plans can also be stated in a directive. Kleinschmidt said if a person has a “Do Not Resuscitate” request, it’s important they get a doctor’s order through a Do Not Resuscitate form. Otherwise, if 911 is called, emergency per-
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Directive from front page sonnel sometimes will still treat the patient without the form. A directive should be notarized or witnessed by two people who will not inherit from your estate if you die. Also, your agent cannot be your primary health-care provider. If a physician disagrees with
your health-care electives, they are required by law to find another doctor who can provide the care that will honor your directives. Often an Ethics Committee can help with these decisions. Those 18 and older should be given a chance to do a health-care directive. It’s important to name an agent and alternate agent to represent the person if she/he can’t make decisions. Sometimes a spouse
LEGAL NOTICE CITY OF ST. JOSEPH PUBLIC HEARING The St. Joseph Planning Commis- of pre-cast tip up concrete walls, sion shall conduct a public hear- concrete block (painted or decoraing on Monday, Dec. 3, 2012 at tive), post frame/steel frame with 7:00 p.m. in the St. Joseph City a concrete block or poured conCouncil Chambers. The purpose crete perimeter foundation with of the public hearing is to consider frost footings extending a minia variance application to relive the mum of eight (8) inches above the property owner from constructing final grade, and stick built cona structure with perimeter frost struction. footings, allowing for the construction of a cold storage build- The request for variance has been ing. The property is located at submitted by Borgert Products, 8646 Ridgewood Road, legally Inc., 8646 Ridgewood Road; PO described as: Lot 002 Block 1 Box 39, St. Joseph, Minn. 56374. SKN. Judy Weyrens St. Joseph Code of Ordinance Administrator 52.33 9(c): states all construction of new facilities shall consist Publish: Nov. 23, 2012
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Friday, Nov. 23, 2012 is not the best choice – for example, if the person and his/ her spouse were both injured in an auto accident. “Young people should be making choices and having discussions,” Kleinschmidt said. Volunteers at Whitney Senior Center in St. Cloud will help people with free healthcare directives. This service is available from 11 a.m. to noon on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Kleinschmidt also talked about palliative care. She said good palliative care and hospice care can decrease the cost of medical expenses and can often help keep a person in their home longer. Palliative care focuses on the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of people who are seriously ill. It helps to reduce suffering, protect dignity and to improve the quality of life for patients and their families. Kleinschmidt said families are defined by how the patient defines it, not by how others define it. Palliative care can take place at any time and at the same time as other treatments. The palliative-care team inDirective • page 5
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New music store opens in St. Joseph by TaLeiza Calloway news@thenewsleaders.com
Anyone who walks into Riff City Guitar and Music Co. will never see a sign that reads, “Please ask for assistance.” Owner Joe Leach encouraged
Fees from front page documents. St. Augusta is considering a 5-percent increase in both sewer and water rates. No city council has approved the proposed rate increases, including St. Joseph, Bartlett told officials Nov. 15. Other fees that could be increased include those associ-
those visiting during a recent grand-opening event to pick up an instrument and play – even if it was their first time. “We want to bring the music community a place to hang out and collaborate,” Leach said. “Our mantra is ‘please play the
guitars.’” The music store that carries everything from electric and bass guitars to ukuleles, strings and picks, opened Nov. 5 at 708 Elm St. E in St. Joseph. It’s located in the Northland Plaza Music • page 4
ated with noise and parking violations. Parking violations could go from a $50 fine to a $100 fine, and noise violations could go from a $100 to a $200 fine. Police Chief Pete Jansky said the proposed increase stems from the amount of time staff spends in these areas, as well as improving compliance with the ordinance. Officials also discussed fees for a community garden. If the project moves forward, it could cost residents $25 to reserve one
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St. Joseph Newsleader • www.thenewsleaders.com es in St. Joseph. They are Bliss Direct Media and a corporation called Overstock Management Group. Overstock Management Group has three websites on which the company sells items online. Music is one of the three online niches. In the music-instrument market, it’s necessary to have a retail store so people can come in and try things out, Leach said. The store carries about eight guitar brands that include Fender, Gretsch and Music Man. In addition to the retail store, the music company has an e-commerce site, www.riffcityguitaroutlet.com, for those who wish to purchase items solely online. The advantage of having a retail and online store is some items require testing them out before purchasing while other items do not. A guitar is something many might want to hold in
their hands before buying. Guitars are a lot like some clothing, where it may be the exact same model but there’s slight variations between them. Riff City Guitar and Music Co. will offer ukulele and guitar lessons on Monday nights. Slots are open between 3 and 7 p.m. Nov. 26 and Dec. 3. There are five spots open for people to come in and try the ukulele on these days. During the halfhour sessions that begin at 6 p.m., participants will learn a few chords and a simple song, he said. The instrument is provided. The first lesson is free, but if participants want to continue lessons they can sign up with the instructor for paid lessons. Why the ukulele? When researching the most soughtafter musical instruments for the company, the ukulele was
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Joe Leach, owner of Riff City Guitar and Music Co., looks over a guitar. The new store opened earlier this month in St. Joseph. the most searched item. “The ukulele is the most popular musical instrument on the planet right now,” Leach said. “It’s really made a comeback.” Stumpf and Lydeen said traffic was steady throughout the grand opening. In the few days the store was open, the response was positive and they predict the support will continue. Leach agreed.
“Feedback has been phenomenal, particularly from the musicians who have been in the area for a long time,” Leach said. “Anyone in St. Joseph is astounded we have a music store in St. Joseph. We love hearing that feedback.” Leach and his wife, Barb, have three children. They live just north of St. Joseph in Avon.
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Teachers from front page own children in class at one point. She’s never strayed from first grade because it’s here she sees so much of a child’s development, she said. Seeing a student walk into her classroom and start at a beginner’s reading level and walk out reading a chapter book is what makes her job worthwhile. “It’s just wonderful to see the growth,” Novacinski said. “It’s a lot of work but I’m doing what I love.” She also works hard to stay connected to her students after they advance. For several years, she has tracked down students once they graduate from high school to send them a grad card with their first-grade picture enclosed. She wants them to know she still cares after they’re gone. While she doesn’t seek recognition, she is appreciative Roofing • Siding • Gutters • Windows • Metal Roofs HAAG™ Certified Roof Inspectors for hail/wind
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of the award. Forte, a math and science teacher, has been a teacher for 24 years. Nine of those years were at Kennedy where he teaches sixth grade. In that time, he has zeroed in on Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment scores and tutors students to help them improve, said Kennedy Principal Diane Moeller. “I was surprised,” Forte said of the award. “We have such a talented staff here it could go to anyone. I’m very humbled by it.” Forte said teaching is really a team sport, and so he’s grateful for the team of teachers he works with. They call themselves Team 6 since they teach sixth grade. The team is a familiar concept for Forte since the Sartell resident is an assistant hockey coach at St. John’s University. Moeller said she couldn’t be prouder of her staff. A committee made up of previous award
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recipients selects new recipients for the year. A total of 17 awards have gone to Kennedy, Moeller said. “Both of them really strive to individualize the work they do with the kids to make sure they’re successful,” Moeller said. “They are very deserving.” Moeller explained the award highlights staff who are leaders not only in the building but in the district. They essentially go that extra mile, she said. Paraprofessional Judy Theisen was named Support Staff of the Year by Resource Training and Solutions. Her supervisor, Laurel Schoborg, was not at all surprised by the recognition. “She is well deserving,” Schoborg said. “She’s phenomenal.” Theisen is grateful for the support she gets from staff at Kennedy. This is what makes her job easier. She has worked
in the St. Cloud School District for 17 years with 14 of those being at Kennedy. She has worked in special education for six years and likes being able to help with whatever needs to be done from day to day. “I love kids,” Theisen said. “I’m there for support. This was such an honor.”
from page 2 cludes a doctor or advanced practice nurse, practice nurses, social workers and chaplains. The team can offer support in making difficult health care choices and help families cope with a loved one’s illness. They can help manage pain and symptoms such as nausea, throwing up, shortness of breath, anxiety, trouble sleeping, diarrhea and spiritual distress. Hospice differs from palliative care because it provides quality and compassionate care for people who are dying. It’s for people who are not expected to live longer than six months. Currently, the St. Cloud Hospital only offers palliative care to inpatients.
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Opinion Black Friday shows true dedication to saving money Our View The anticipation leading up to the paper in my hands but being able to print out coupons is nice. SomeBlack Friday, the day after ThanksgivTaLeiza New website is big times stores will allow customers to ing, grows weeks before the holiday use more than one coupon. Bonus! arrives. We are bombarded with Calloway improvement for city even The interesting thing about Black advertising and enticed by coupons to A city’s website is a means of communication with its residents and potential visitors. It’s a glimpse into the personality of a city and its operations. It helps make a first impression. Well, St. Joseph’s just got better. The city’s new website is a big improvement in communication and accessibility. Speed and efficiency are just two of the areas residents will see a change. More is planned. City council members voted earlier this year to contract with CivicPlus to revamp the city’s site. The company also designed the City of St. Cloud’s website. St. Joseph paid $17,000 for three years of service and software support through 2014. While the city recently unveiled the new website, it will continue to evolve. Some of the features to be added include a bill-pay option, a room-reservation tool, live streaming of city council meetings and an area for local advertisements, according to staff. There were also core features of the website that have been updated. Some of the updated features of the site include an online document library for access to city documents, including old and current council meeting agendas, minutes and city ordinances and plat maps. Residents may also sign up for notifications via email about upcoming events and city meetings via the new site. As cities continue to struggle to maintain fiscal responsibility, officials work to keep a watchful eye on spending. Many cities are in budget mode with final budget and levy numbers to be determined in December. With pressure to find areas to reduce or projects to postpone, one could question the decision to spend $17,000 on a new website. The decision to revamp the city’s website was a good investment, an investment that will lead to better engagement of the community and will help keep residents better informed. Documents that once took more than 20 minutes to load appear faster, and maps that might not have loaded at all are now visible with just a click of a mouse. While the site is still a work in progress, it cannot be denied it provides not only a fresher look but an enhanced experience. With the introduction of the new website, the next step is to see if the city delivers on the proposed added features. For those who haven’t visited the site yet, it is worth it and will reflect a dramatic change from the previous site. Check it out at www.cityofstjoseph. com.
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bring us into stores and spend money. To some, it’s a day where businesses show just how greedy they are for business. In fact, this one day can produce just enough money to keep many businesses afloat for almost the entire year. To others, it’s about the rush of getting that 25- or 50-percent discount. I admit I like the rush of saving money but also see it as an opportunity to see how far people will go for the perfect gift – or at least the perfect sale. The biggest thing about shopping on this sometimes crazy day is preparation. Shoppers must plan a route or struggle to find parking and then deal with monstrous checkout lines. The truth is lines are always long on this day. If shoppers get up before the sun comes up and claim their spot in line at least they’ll be holding the item they came for as they wait. When I was in high school, a notable clothing and fragrance store was offering a free tote bag with a purchase of $25 or more. This was a BIG deal to me at the time and I already wanted the perfume they carried. There were
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several catches. The first one was I didn’t know how to drive. The second catch was the deal was just for Black Friday. I had to think about how to ask my mother to wake up at 5 a.m. so we could be one of the first 100 people to enter the store to get that bag. She reluctantly agreed. I got my bag and beamed all the way home. As an adult I have also fallen under the Black Friday spell. I camped out with one of my friends who needed a computer monitor. We stood in a line at Best Buy at 4:30 a.m. to make sure she got one. As many shoppers know, the deals are great but stores usually only have 20 in stock. This is especially the case when it comes to electronics. Why do they torture us like that? It’s just not right. As a lover of newspapers, I like looking through the holiday ads. It doesn’t matter where one lives, the Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day paper is packed not only with good stories but ads galore. Online shopping kills this tangibility of holding
Friday is it evolves every year. Whether it’s stores announcing earlier openings and closings or news reports of an increase or decrease in shoppers due to the economy, there is always something new. I read an article in USA Today that said smart phones will play a key role in the shopping experience this year. Some stores have equipped staff with mobile devices where shopping lists can be downloaded before customers arrive and items await you at the register. This offers a solution to the line problem but limits the customerservice interaction. I’m personally too much of a people person for this to attract me, but it is a nice tool. More than anything, Black Friday shows the dedication friends and family members have to their pockets and those they might want to surprise for the holidays. Those lines might be long but shoppers bond in them and share their victories in getting the last item out of 20 they came for. I think it’s just a fun day to observe. That’s just me. Happy shopping!
Tell the nicotine demon to bug off A gaggle of teenagers who live at the end of the block sometimes struts down the street puffing away like crazy. I feel like saying, “Kids, don’t smoke.” But they wouldn’t listen. They’d scoff like I did once upon a time. I quit smoking four years ago. It’s the smartest thing I ever did. The dumbest thing I ever did? That’s easy – starting smoking when I was a teenager. I quit, cold turkey, for almost six months back in 1987. Like a fool, I started again. All it took is one lousy cigarette, and I was back once again in my chain-smoking mode, sending out toxic smoke signals. Not a week went by since then that I didn’t vow to quit smoking – maybe tomorrow, perhaps next week and certainly by the time the New Year rolls around. Empty vows. Then, one afternoon, I was sitting at the kitchen table talking to the neighbor lady, Marty. I put out my cigarette, crushed the empty pack of Basic menthols and tossed it into the trash. “That’s it,” I said. “No more smoking!” “I’ve heard that one before,” said Marty, laughing. “Well, this time I’m serious,” I said. “Wanna bet? Ten bucks!”
Dennis Dalman Editor We shook on the bet. In the coming days, Marty later admitted she would sometimes peek in my kitchen window to see if I was “sneak-smoking.” She would enter my house, her nostrils quivering, sniffing the air for lingering smoke traces. A week later she paid up, slapping down a $10 bill on the table. The first four days were cold-turkey hell. I was light-headed, shaky, loud. I paced and kicked furniture. At one point, guests fled the house, fearing I was about to murder them. I kept having a ridiculous urge to go to the mailboxes at the south end of the mobilehome park. I kept thinking, “I’ve GOT to get to the mailbox! To deliver those letters! Now!” It was only later I realized the mailbox-torment was nothing but the inner nicotine demon prodding me. The mailboxes are next to the grocery store where I bought cigarettes. The demon knew if I got as far as the mailbox, I’d think, “Oh, what the heck, I’ll get a pack of cigs and then quit to-
morrow. Or maybe next week.” That’s my advice: Don’t listen to the devious trickster. He will give you infinite excuses to destroy your resolve. Tell the demon to shut up. After four days of his sly torments, he will leave you alone – except for a rare return visit. I quit cold turkey because I knew if I used patches or gum, I would foolishly think, “Oh well, I can smoke just one or two and then quit again. Maybe next week.” I wanted my quitting to be a torment so when I was over it, I wouldn’t want to go through that misery again. But whatever works for you (gum, patches, whatever), do try it. If you fail, try again. I recommend writing a list of the dozens of reasons why smoking is not good: smelly house, too expensive, fire dangers, offensive to other people and to pets, and last but not least – bad for your health. When the demon tempts you, re-read that list and then tell the demon to bug off. A few times, I admit, I was so tempted to smoke a cigarette – “just one.” But that was the demon again, back for a quick visit. I told him where to go. My advice to kids is this: “Please, kids, don’t start and you won’t have to stop.”
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LEGAL NOTICES CASE TYPE: MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE BY ACTION STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF STEARNS DISTRICT COURT SEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT FILE NO. 73-CV-122949 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE UNDER JUDGMENT AND DECREE State Farm Bank, FSB, Plaintiff, vs, Unknown heirs of Ida A. Hawkins, deceased; Pamela C. Washington, Bertram P. Hawkins, Lynn M. Hawkins, also all other persons unknown claiming any right, title, estate, interest or lien in the real estate described in the complaint herein, Defendant. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that under and by virtue of a Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and Order for Judgment enetered in the above entitled action on Oct. 22, 2012, a certified copy of which has been delivered to me directing the sale of the premises hereinafter described to satisfy the amount found and adjudged due to said Palintiff in the above entitled action from Defendant, as prescribed int eh Order, the undersigned Sheriff of Stearns County, will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, on Dec. 19, 2012, at 10 a.m., at the Stearns County Sheriff’s Office, Law Enforcement Center, 807 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud, Minn. 56301, said county and state, the premises and real estate, lying and being in the County Stearns, State of Minnesota, described in said of Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law and Order for Judgment, to-wit: REAL PROPERTY IN STEARNS COUNTY, MINN., DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: THAT PART OF LOT TWENTY-TWO OF COE’S AUGUSTA SHORES, A SUBDIVISION IN SECTION ELEVEN TOWNSHIP ONE HUNDRED TWENTY-ONE NORTH, RANGE TWENTYEIGHT WEST, STEARNS COUNTY, MINN., DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE NORTH
LINE OF SAID TWENTY-TWO, SAID POINT BEING SOUTH 67 DEGREES 16 MINUTES EAST THIRTY-TWO AND FIVE TENTHS FEET FROM THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT; THENCE SOUTH 04 DEGREES 30 MINUTES WEST TWO HUNDRED ELEVEN AND EIGHT TENTHS FEET TO A POINT ON THE SHORELINE OF LAKE AUGUSTA; THENCE, ALONG SHORELINE SOUTH 78 DEGREES 37 MINUTES EAST FIFTY FEET; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 39 MINUTES WEST TWO HUNDRED NINE AND TWO TENTHS FEET TO A POINT ON THE NORTH LINES OF SAID LOT TWENTY-TWO; THENCE, ALONG SAID NORTH LINE, NORTH 67 DEGREES 16 MINUTES WEST THIRTY-TWO AND FIVE TENTHS FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, LYING EASTERLY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED LINE; BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT WW, SAID POINT BEING SOUTH 67 DEGREES 16 MINUTES EAST THIRTYTWO AND FIVE TENTHS (32.5) FEET FROM THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT; THENCE SOUTH FOUR DEGREES 39 MINUTES 10 FEET WEST TO THE SHORT OF LAKE AUGUSTA AND SAID LINE THERE TERMINATING. (“Property”)
USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTIONS, AND ARE ABANDONED.
The time allowed by law for redemption by the mortgagor or mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is six (6) months after the date of sale.
John Sanner Sheriff of Stearns County, Minn.
THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY
REEP LAW OFFICE, PLLC John D. Reep, Attorney Attorney Registration #0197385 Attorney for Plaintiff 919 W. St. Germain St., Suite 2000 St. Cloud, Minn. 56301 (320) 255-8845
CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME STATE OF MINNESOTA The filing of an assumed name fice address of the corporation. Atdoes not provide a user with exclu- tach additional sheets if necessary: sive rights to that name. The filing Robert Ulik, 516 Schneider Drive, is required for consumer protec- St. Joseph, MN 56374. tion in order to enable consumers to be able to identify the true 4. I certify that I am authorized to owner of a business. sign this certificate and I further certify I understand by signing 1. State the exact assumed name this certificate, I am subject to the under which the business is or will penalties of perjury as set forth in be conducted: St. Joe Tax Service. Minnesota Statutes section 609.48 as if I had signed this certificate 2. State the address of the principal under oath. place of business. 516 Schneider Drive, St. Joseph, MN 56374. Dated: July 30, 2012 3. List the name and complete street addresses of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, or if the business is a corporation, provide the legal corporate name and registered of-
Filed: Sept. 25, 2012 /s/ Robert Ulik Owner Publish: Nov. 23 and 30, 2012
IF PART OF THE PROPERTY TO BE SOLD CONTAINS YOUR HOUSE, YOU MAY DESIGNATE AN AREA AS A HOMESTEAD TO BE SOLD AND REDEEMED SEPARATELY. YOU MAY DESIGNATE THE HOUSE YOU OCCUPY AND ANY AMOUNT OF THE PROPERTY AS A HOMESTEAD. THE DESIGNATED HOMESTEAD PROPERTY MUST CONFORM TO THE LOCAL ZONING ORDINANCES AND BE COMPACT SO THAT IT DOES NOT UNREASONABLY REDUCE THE VALUE OF THE REMAINING PROPERTY. YOU MUST PROVIDE THE PERSON FORESLOSING ON THE PROPERTY, THE SHERIFF, AND THE COUNTY RECORDER WITH A COPY OF THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE HOMESTEAD YOU HAVE DESIGNATED BY TEN BUSINESS DAYS BEFORE THE DATE THE PROPERTY IS TO BE SOLD. Property Address: 2575 Arrowwood Road, South Haven, Minn. 55382. Dated: Oct. 25, 2012
By Scott Romstad Deputy Sheriff
THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published: Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 and Dec. 7 CITY OF ST. JOSEPH PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given the City Council will meet at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 6, 2012 in the City Hall Council Chambers to consider, and possibly adopt, the proposed 2013 Fee Schedule. The proposed 2013 Fee Schedule is on file for public inspection at the City Offices, 25 College Ave. N. and on the city website: mnstjoseph.civicplus.com. All persons wishing to speak will be heard and oral testimony will be limited to five minutes. Written testimony should be mailed to the city administrator, P.O. Box 668, St. Joseph, MN 56374. Judy Weyrens Administrator Publish: Nov. 23, 2012
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