HIGHLINE
notes August 2016
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editorial IT'S BEEN A PRIVILEGE WORKING FOR YOU...
by Brad Schmidt, Vice President of Engineering & Operations
My electric cooperative roots go pretty deep. Mom worked for the local electric co-op until I was born. She was pretty excited when I got a summer job there in my college years. Most folks know of the local co-op, but I’m not sure they really understand what’s all involved behind the scenes of our industry. If the lights come on and the bills are reasonable, there’s not too much to talk about. Mike Gustafson got to know me through his NDSU connections, and approached me in my college days about working part-time at Cass Electric in the glory days of electric
load management; it sure beat throwing cases of beer at the liquor store. That was over 37 years ago, and with retirement at hand, it’s all coming to an end as I bid farewell to my fellow CCEC co-workers, and to you the member, as your employee. It’s been an incredible career, filled with so many great success stories helping members, the challenges of storm repairs, and everything in between.
generation for load management, system automation with SCADA, automated meter reading, power quality services for members, timeof-use power rates, and extensive computerization into literally everything we do here at CCEC! The success of all this shows in statistics that are maintained by our supplemental lender, Cooperative Finance Corporation, for all the nation’s co-ops.
One constant that’s remained is our whole purpose in work: serving our member-owners with safe, reliable, and affordable electric service.
Cass County Electric is one of over 800 electric cooperatives in the nation, and is one of the fastest growing cooperative utilities today. Growth costs money, but CCEC has some incredible numbers to share with you, the member-owner, that reflect just how well this cooperative is doing. • Reliability: CCEC is in the top 8 percent of all US co-ops for best system reliability and was #1 in 2015 for its size group with an average availability index of 99.9911 percent! • Maintenance: Even with excellent reliability, CCEC is spending far less than the national average on maintenance. In fact, we’re in the top 7 percent for most efficient maintenance expense.
It didn’t take long to learn how unique and innovative CCEC really was, or how much fun it was to work at CCEC. A hallmark in CCEC’s history is Willard Grager, and his legacy continues to this day. It was his vision that saw things like underground cable, electric heat and load management, security lighting on the farm, computerized billing and accounting, and the value of serving dense development areas around Fargo & West Fargo like West Acres. We continue his legacy with innovations like standby diesel
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Seats are still available for the annual power plant tour - call Trudy Wanner at 701.356.4535 for more information. That’s commendable work by our maintenance team! • Equity: CCEC members enjoy almost 40 percent equity share in their cooperative, a value that’s grown over 65 percent in the past 15 years! • Operating Cost: What makes all the above so amazing is our low overall-cost of operation. CCEC is in the top 9 percent of low-cost utility operation for all US co-ops! That was $18 million in savings in 2015 for you the member when compared to the median co-op! If it weren’t for our wholesale power costs, CCEC would be one of the lowest cost utilities in the nation! We’ve had our challenges. In my career we’ve experienced 14 major weather events, including six winter storms, five summer storms, and three major floods with 1997 being the most devastating. With the greatest admiration, I’ve watched our employees pull together when things got really tough, often with the help of our members. Our members, our employees…they are simply the best! Working with CCEC’s board of directors, your elected representatives, has been most rewarding too. They hold us accountable while allowing us to do our jobs without undue scrutiny. CCEC is arguably, one of the best electric utility operations in the nation! I sure have enjoyed my career working for you the member-owner! Thanks for the opportunity!
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Highline Notes Volume 74, Number 7
features
4 DAMAGE ACCOUNTABILITY 6 “TRIP OF A LIFETIME!” in ever y issue new tech
recipes
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NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT Cass County Electric Cooperative is an equal opportunity provider and employer. If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at http://www.ascr. usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, or at any USDA office, or call (866) 632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S. W, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at program.intake@usda.gov.
NOTICE of BYLAW CHANGE: In the May 2016 meeting of the Cass County Electric board of directors, an amendment was made to Article II, Section 2.7 (A) (i.) of the Cooperative’s bylaws. The amendment defines that a list of Cass County Electric Cooperative members required to receive notice of the cooperative’s Annual Member Meeting shall be procured 14 days in advance of said notice being issued to members. New members who join the Cooperative within the 14-day period will not be required to receive official notice of that year’s Annual Member Meeting. CCEC’s full bylaws are available at kwh.com. Cover Photo Credit: Katie Ryan-Anderson, Dakota Valley Electric Cooperative/Northern Plains Electric Cooperative
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Writer Peter Koepp, pkoepp@kwh.com Designer Jocelyn Hovland, jhovland@kwh.com Printer Forum Communications Printing Board of Directors Wendy Loucks, Chairman Russell Berg, Vice Chairman Marcy Svenningsen, Secretary Jeff Triebold, Treasurer Douglas Anderson Sid Berg John Froelich Glenn Mitzel Steve Swiontek Executive Staff Marshal Albright, President/CEO Jodi Bullinger, Vice President of Engineering and Operations Paul Matthys, Vice President of Member and Energy Services Chad Sapa, Vice President of Corporate Services and CFO Tim Sanden, Vice President of Information Technology and CIO Highline Notes (USPS 244-740) is published monthly except for July by Cass County Electric Cooperative, Inc., 3312 42nd St. S., Suite 200, Fargo, ND 58104 Periodicals postage paid at Fargo, North Dakota 58104, and at additional mailing offices. Subscription Rate: 28¢/month. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Highline Notes, 3312 42nd St. S., Suite 200, Fargo, ND 58104. © Copyright Cass County Electric Cooperative 2016. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A. Contact us Billing questions/ start or stop service: 701-356-4430 or 888-277-4422 Emergency or Power Outage: 701-356-4499 or 888-277-4424 Other questions: 701-356-4400 or 800-248-3292 Call before you dig: 800-795-0555 or 811 Information about the cooperative, articles of incorporation, bylaws and more can be found at www.kWh.com. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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DAMAGE ACCOUNTABILITY Through accidents and vandalism, humans take a toll on utility infrastructure
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t was a frigid night in February. The wind howled, pulling temperatures down into negative-teens at times. The frozen, smaller-than-average snowpack refused to be moved by the gusts, and as harsh as the conditions were, Fargo residents would at least be spared a blizzard. In fact, many were entirely unaware of the conditions outside.
filled with similar occurrences. The materials and equipment that make up the infrastructure of the electric utility grid (known as “plant”) constantly face the damaging effects of weather, time, and of course, people. Any instance of damage occurring from the public undergoes a thorough follow-up process to determine responsibility for the incident.
Snacks, friends, and big-screen TVs showing Super Bowl XLIX garnered more attention than the weather for many on this particular night. Seattle and New England were locked in a close contest in the biggest game of the year. It was going to come down to the very end, and viewers were thrilled at the promise of a nail-biting finish. Then, suddenly, the power went out.
In 2015, there were 128 different incidents involving plant damage which resulted in more than $90,000 in repairs. The number of incidents in 2015 was a five-year high, due in part to increased contractor activity, though for the most part, there are no predictable trends when it comes to plant damage.
Within minutes, Cass County Electric Cooperative line workers were mobilized. 239 members in south Fargo had lost power — a relatively small outage, but one that occurred at an especially bad time. Workers arrived on scene and found the cause of the outage. A transformer in a residential lawn had been demolished, struck by a large vehicle. Tire tracks traced the vehicle’s path through the snowy lawn, directly into the big green box. Within three hours, the crew replaced the transformer and had power flowing again. As odd as the incident might seem, it was just another entry into a database 4 Highline Notes August 2016
“I don’t think there is much rhyme or reason to what goes on in the world of plant damages,” says Sarah Smith, CCEC plant accountant. “One week, it is crazy and others are quiet.” Part of Smith’s job involves handling work orders and costs associated with damage to CCEC materials and equipment. In the event of weather damage or simple failure, repairs are made and power is restored according to procedure. When people cause the damage, it becomes necessary to determine the circumstances of the incident. When crews arrive at the scene of damage caused by another www.kwh.com
person, an investigation begins, on top of efforts to make repairs. Sometimes, responsibility for the damage is easy to determine. Depending on the incident, an invoice may likely be issued to the responsible party, an action necessary to keep the incident from affecting electric rates for all CCEC members. Some cases require lengthy investigations and occasional help from local police and media. Those responsible for damages are not always found, and in instances such as these, CCEC must assume the cost of repairs. “Each case is unique,” says Smith. Regardless of the situation, each incident is thoroughly documented and handled carefully with the expectation that it could result in legal action by either party. Crews arriving on the scene of such incidents use iPads to fill out incident reports on the spot and take numerous pictures of the damages. The plant that makes up CCEC’s electric utility grid exists in a region of busy agriculture and steady construction and growth. As a result, CCEC works to collaborate with members of the community who are most likely to come into contact with active electrical materials, such as farmers and contractors. Before any project that involves
digging, the ground is required to be marked by a professional locator. Those colorful flags and paint on the ground during construction season are the marks these locators use to indicate buried equipment so that workers can avoid inadvertently causing damage. Though very rare, these marks are occasionally inaccurate, resulting in damage. However, locators are so accurate that in 2015, 24,200 locate marks were placed for CCEC underground plant and just 15 of those were found to be incorrect. CCEC also works with farmers when it comes to plant damage. As the agricultural industry continues to evolve, farm machinery continues to get larger. Due to the rapid pace of machinery growth, power lines that were once high enough eventually fail to provide the clearance needed for farmers to pass safely beneath. In these instances, CCEC works to ensure the safety of members and maintain reliable service in rural areas. Cass County Electric Cooperative’s goal is always to provide safe, reliable electricity to our members. If equipment is damaged and service is interrupted, our crews work to repair and restore as quickly as possible. In the best interest of our members, when someone is responsible for damages, we do what we can to ensure the cost of repairs is covered. As a not-for-profit cooperative, we are always looking out for those who bare our costs—you, our members.
Safety is the top priority when vehicles come into contact with electrical equipment. Police reports often play a large role in later determining how to bill for repairs.
The transformer damaged during the “Super Bowl outage.” Tire marks up the side of the box make the cause of damage quite clear.
Investigation is important in every situation. This pole-mounted breaker appeared to have been shot by vandals. Upon examination however, the damage was found to be the result of an internal failure which ruptured the enclosure, appearing from the outside almost identical to a bullet hole.
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2016 Scholarships
Cass County Electric Cooperative, with matching grant money from CoBank, sponsored 13 $1,000 scholarships through the North Dakota Dollars for Scholars program and the West Fargo Area Scholarship Fund this year. CCEC gives to these programs each year with the hope of encouraging young people to continue their education and to provide some financial relief for tuition costs. Congratulations to the following scholarship recipients:
[Note: Dollars for Scholars was founded in 1962 and is a national organization dedicated to providing support and aid to students seeking post-secondary education. CCEC is not involved in the process of choosing the award winners; recipients are decided through the West Fargo Area Scholarship Fund and the Dollars for Scholars chapter at each school.]
Samantha Wieland Barnes County North Parents: Kim & Dave
Grady Bresnahan Central Cass Parents: Michelle & Pat
Joran Hamre Enderlin Parents: Neva & Jeff
Alexis Vannett Fargo Parents: Kim & Mike
Colton Christmann Kindred Parents: Lannette & Bruce
Emilee Hansen Lisbon Parents: Lynn & Gary
Skyler Van Bruggen Litchville-Marion Parents: Dianna & Merlin
Caid Combs Maple Valley Parents: Jodi & Todd
Erin Daigle Northern Cass Parents: Mona & John
Micayla Brown Page Parents: Jeanne & Russel
Tannis Anderson Richland Parents: Lori & Pat
Abigail Harford West Fargo Parents: Susan & Jeff
Erik Milender Valley City Parents: Sue & Jeff
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"Trip of a lifetime!” Fifteen North Dakota high school students returned June 17 from the 52nd annual Electric Cooperative Youth Tour trip in Washington, D.C. They joined more than 1,600 students from around the nation for an intense seven days of touring museums and memorials, visiting with their state’s congressional delegation, and learning history, character building and the cooperative business model. While on the tour, they develop leadership skills and a national network of peers. The students are sponsored by their family’s electric distribution cooperative. This year, April Peterson, a sophomore at Davies High School, and Bradley Schiltz, a sophomore at Sheyenne High School, represented Cass County Electric Cooperative on the Youth Tour. Peterson and Schiltz were among more than a dozen other students from across CCEC’s service area who submitted essays for a chance to be selected for the Youth Tour. “I had a great time on the Youth Tour and would like to thank [Cass County Electric Cooperative] again for the opportunity,” says Schiltz. “What did we see . . . where to even start?” says Peterson. “I feel like the answer should be ‘everything,’ but I’m sure there’s more to be seen.”
April Peterson Davies High School
Education is a fundamental principle of electric cooperatives. Boards of directors and managers say they believe it is imperative to help students understand the democratic process and gain the skills necessary to become tomorrow’s leaders. By sponsoring the Electric Cooperative Youth Tour, North Dakota’s electric cooperatives are helping high school students experience government firsthand by visiting Washington, D.C., meeting their representatives and senators, and building a better understanding of our country and their role as engaged citizens. “A couple of Representative Cramer’s interns (ND locals themselves) took us on an actual tour of the Capitol Building before we met with the man himself,” recalls Peterson. “I will always remember the friends I made, all of the great places I visited and all of the things I learned about history and our government,” says Schiltz. “Thanks to all who help provide this opportunity for students, it is definitely a trip of a lifetime!” The Electric Cooperative Youth Tour has been giving high school students the opportunity to tour Washington, D.C. for more than 50 years. During that time, nearly 50,000 students have participated in this program. For more information, visit www.ndyouthtour.com or www.youthtour.coop, or call Cass County Electric Cooperative at 701-356-4400.
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Bradley Schiltz
Sheyenne High School
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Looking to the next generation
PRICE DROP! The prices of Prairie Sun Community Solar have been lowered significantly. CCEC received grant funds from the North Dakota State Energy Program and the U.S. Department of Energy resulting in a 58 percent reduction in the cost to purchase solar credits. How much does it cost to participate? CCEC members can purchase the output of a half panel for $350 up front or the output of a full panel for $700 up front. 24 month payment plans are available for both half and full panel purchases. Residential members may purchase output of up to two panels, subject to limitations. How much credit will I receive? The rated power output per solar panel(s) allotted to each member is divided by the rated output for the entire array. This is then multiplied by the array’s total power production each month, resulting in each member’s monthly kWh credit. One full panel is projected to provide a credit of 10 - 45 kWh per month, meaning your credit will likely vary from month to month because of weather and time of year. Based on today’s electric rate, the average solar credit from one panel will come to around $35 per year. Credits will be calculated based on the current rate, so if rates increase, your solar credit will too. How can I participate? Complete and return the form on the next page to reserve your panel(s) and become part of North Dakota’s first community solar project. Questions or concerns? Visit kwh.com/solar for more information about Prairie Sun Community Solar. Here you can also direct questions to CCEC representatives and complete an electronic reservation form instead of a mail-in one. The number of available panels is limited; reserve yours today!
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Panel Reservation Form
Cass County Electric Cooperative is proud to present the latest milestone in our steady pursuit of renewable energy innovation. Our 102 kW solar array, named Prairie Sun Community Solar, is set to be built in south Fargo and will be the first community solar project in the state of North Dakota. PSC Solar will consist of 324 photovoltaic solar panels available exclusively to CCEC members.
Member Information: Name: ________________________________________________________________ Service Address: ______________________________________________________ Account Number: ______________________________________________________ City: ________________________________________________ State: ___________ Please tear along this line and return to CCEC
Zip Code: _______________ Telephone Number: ___________________________ Email Address: ________________________________________________________ Panel Information:
Panel production (energy) credit purchase options: half or full panel output (limit of two panels worth of output for residential members and four panels worth of output for commercial members). A full panel is projected to provide an average bill credit of approximately 10 - 45 kWh to your bill each month depending on the solar power production. As electric rates increase over time, so will the value of your monthly credit.
Please indicate the number of panels and payment option for your purchase: ______ 1/2 panel, $350 up front purchase ______ 1/2 panel payment plan, $15 per month for 24 months, payable on the electric bill ______ Full panel, $700 up front purchase ______ Full panel payment plan, $30 per panel per month for 24 months, payable on the electric bill
By signing below, you are notifying Cass County Electric Cooperative (CCEC) of your intent to purchase the energy output of the number of panels indicated above, subject to meeting the qualifications of “Prairie Sun Community Solar” energy credit agreement and panel availability. You are not committing to the purchase of any panel output until such time that you sign the Prairie Sun Community Solar “Energy Credit Agreement.” CCEC will review your agreement to determine if you meet the rate requirements and will provide you with written or electronic notification regarding such determination within 30 days of receipt of your agreement.
**Please do not submit payment at this time** Member’s Signature: ___________________________________ Date: ___________ Joint Account Member Signature: ___________________________Date:________
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You can now choose your payment date through SmartHub! Pay your electric bill when it’s convenient for you – on the due date or up to 20 days in advance. This feature is now available on all versions of SmartHub.
JUNE BOARD MEETING 2ND QUARTER
OPERATION ROUND UP People doing together what can’t be done individually. SPOTLIGHT DONATION:
Fargo Pu blic S c hools Development Fou nda t i onFargo S outh Bruin Pantr y "Numerous studies have shown the negative effects of hunger on childrens' academic performance and behavior in school. Hungry children have lower math scores. They are also more likely to repeat a grade, come to school late, or miss school entirely."
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"Currently, 41% of students at Fargo South High School utilize the free and reduced meal program. Often times, these are the only meals students receive during their day. In an effort to mitigate hunger at our school, staff has put together the Bruin Food Pantry on campus that students will have access to for emergency food needs."
AP PLI CAT I O N S R E V I E WE D :
Organization 21 Individual 3 Emergency 6
AP PLI CAT I O N S A PPROV E D:
Organization 18 $39,400 Individual 1 $4,400 Emergency 4 $4,385 APPLICATIONS DE NIE D: 7 APPLICATIONS TABLE D: 0
2015 Y E A R-TO - DAT E SU M M A RY:
Per member average contribution: $2.45 Average member participation: 79.8% Total income: $77,086
Income includes contributions, interest earned, and donations/memorials.
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To enroll, withdraw, or request additional information on the Operation Round Up Program, please contact our member accounts team at 701-356-4400 or 1-800-248-3292. Interested in joining the Operation Round Up team as a director? The fourteen member board of directors meets quarterly and determines the distribution of funds based on available funds, assistance required, and severity of needs. Please contact Linda at 701-356-4401 for additional information. 10 Highline Notes August 2016 www.kwh.com
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From sunshine to electricity - photovoltaic solar systems Work has begun on Prairie Sun Community Solar. It will be the first community solar array in North Dakota and will soon begin providing solar energy credits on the monthly electric bills of participating Cass County Electric Cooperative members. The array will consist of 324 solar panels which will convert sunlight into usable electricity. This conversion process is known as photovoltaics (PV). Photovoltaics is the process where light is converted into electricity by harnessing the properties of
the photoelectric effect. Materials that exhibit the photoelectric effect absorb photons of light and release electrons. Capturing the movement of these electrons results in the formation of an electric current, which is used as electricity.
In PV solar systems, materials required to initiate the photovoltaic effect are assembled on small cells known as photovoltaic cells or solar cells. Many of these cells are then arranged into a solar module. A few modules usually make up a solar panel, and many solar panels
can be combined in a solar array. As a whole, these pieces make up a photovoltaic system. Traditional solar cells use silicon as the photoelectric material, which is fairly efficient at converting light into electricity. As the technology continues to evolve, solar materials are taking many different forms. Today, thin film solar cells are being incorporated into buildings. Solar inks are even being developed which could someday be used to coat regular surfaces and turn them into electricity-generating surfaces.
The parts of a solar array
Solar Panel
Solar Cell
The basic power-producing part of a solar panel consisting of silicon and other chemicals. Solar cells can also be made from other elements such as cadmium telluride.
Combining individual solar cells into a larger, easier to install size.
Solar Array
Inverter
The collection of solar panels used in the overall system.
The device that converts DC power into AC and may provide additional functions.
Balance of the System (BOS) All other parts and pieces of the PV system other than the array.
Racks
The structures on which the solar panels are mounted, either on a roof or, in the case of community solar, on the ground.
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food RECIPES FROM YOUR KITCHEN Email to ccec@kwh.com or mail to: Cass County Electric Cooperative; Highline Notes 3312 42nd St S, Suite 200, Fargo, ND 58104
These recipes include a dash of electricity. Stuffed Hot Dogs
Rhubarb Custard Pie
Ingredients:
Ingredients:
Cynthia Besette, Horace
Marilyn McDougall, Fargo 1 ¼ or 1 ½ C sugar 3 Tbsps. flour 1/8 tsp. salt 2 egg yolks 3 ½ C finely cut rhubarb
2 pkgs. hot dogs 2 pkgs. bacon 6 American cheese slices 6 dill pickles 1 onion 2 – 8oz. cans of tomato sauce ½ C brown sugar ¼ tsp dry mustard
Preparation:
Preparation:
Finely chop together pickles, cheese, and onion. Cut hot dogs in half, but not all the way through. Place chopped items in cavity of hot dog. Wrap with a piece of bacon and place 1 toothpick in one end to hold together. Place in frying pan. When all are wrapped, slowly fry item turning occasionally. When they look brown, combine tomato sauce, brown sugar and dry mustard. Pour over and simmer on low for 30 minutes.
Mix sugar, flour, and salt, add well beaten egg yolks. Add rhubarb, and mix to coat well. Fill unbaked pie shell and bake at 350° for 1-1 ½ hours. When baked, top w/ meringue and bake an additional 10-15 minutes. (I usually use a top crust instead)
Macaroni Fruit Salad Julie Kleinwachter, Fargo
Ingredients:
8 oz. box macaroni rings 20 oz. can crushed pineapple 3 Tbsps. flour Dash of salt 8 oz. carton Cool Whip 1/3 C lemon juice
1 can fruit cocktail ½ C sugar 4 beaten eggs
Preparation:
Cook macaroni rings, drain and cool. In saucepan, put juices from fruit, lemon juice, flour, sugar, salt
and eggs. Whisk together before cooking. Cook over medium heat until thick, about 1-2 minutes. Stir constantly. Cool. Mix with macaroni and fruits. Stir in cool whip. Refrigerate overnight. Yields 30 ½ cups.
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photo NORTH DAKOTA THROUGH YOUR EYES We look forward to publishing member photos that encompass anything North Dakota. Email your photos for publication to ccec@kwh.com in a high-resolution format along with the first and last name of the photographer.
Kelly Barbot, Fargo
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PLEASE KEEP ADS TO 40 WORDS OR LESS For sale: 2012 Hyundai Veloster compact sports car. White exterior, gray interior. 73x mi, hwy. Manual transmission. Asymmetrical door configuration. Unique & hard to find. $11,400 OBO. 701.388.5683 Tractor parts for Case (D, DC, SC, LA, VAC); some parts for R-MM; cylinder head for F-20 IHC; radiators for D & VAC Case, R-MM, WC-Chalmers; other misc. parts. 701.845.4303 1999 Buick Lesabre limited, gets over 30 MPG, very nice shape, 147k actual miles, very clean for a 1999, new tires, fully serviced, everything works, great starter car, asking $2,900 OBO. 701.799.9999 Commercial yard farm street lights & poles: 5 new unused 26’ tall light poles & 10 used 400W lights. $150 for a set of two lights & one pole. Horace. 701.212.0940 Electric fireplace, 4’ 10” high, 42” long, 14” deep, bought at Cass County
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Electric, asking $500. Sewing machine cabinet, 4 drawers, make an offer. 8 place settings of Lenox dinnerware, gold trim (Westchester), made in USA in 1974. 701.356.0625 Set of used Minneapolis Moline rear tractor weights. 14 each at about 100 lbs each. Set of tractor chains for 18.4 x 34 rear tractor tires. Make an offer. 701.840.9418 or larrywegner@drtel.net 2009 Toyota Camry LE. 1 owner, stored/ never driven in winter months. Owner is retired car dealer. Have all service records since new. 2k miles on new tires. Color-black w/ gray interior. Car is perfect. $12,900. 218.791.9351 Powered wheelchair, gently used, nonsmoking, nonpet-home, like new, brand new batteries. Great time to get out & enjoy these summer days! Asking $900. Cash only. Pics avail. 701.232.9365 Nikon AZ-1 automatic level, $250. 8” by 41’ grain auger w/ electric motor, $2,500. 701.361.7557 V-14 wheel rake, nice. Vermeer baler parts 605.L & teeth belts. Bridge planks, $40, steel I-beams 14x6 & larger. 701.428.3703 2016 8’x22’ Ice Castle Hybrid RV Edition w/ slideout. 9 holes. Electric awning. LED lighting. Fresh water package, Arctic insulation package. Rear bay window w/ 48” dinette & upper bunk. Jackknife sofa & cabinets in slideout. Toilet, shower, sink, stove/oven, microwave. $24,500. 701.793.4274 Cups & saucers, china & Hummels. Various collections, prices vary. Other glassware, also. 701.212.0518 Genesis youth archery bow, camo color. 29½”. For right eye dominate youth (left handed bow, pull back w/ right hand).
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Nearly new, always stored in case. $140. 701.492.3991 Fimco 2-wheel lawn sprayer, 30 gal tank, like new. GE 8 cu ft refrigerator, top freezing compartment. 12” TV, exc cond. 701.540.7198 4’ wood ramps, steel hanger ends, for 3- or 4-wheel loading in van or low trailer, $35. 2 International Harvester red jackets. 1 Anniversary special style, 1 w/ IH logo, $40. 701.230.2635 Access Tonneau cover, like new, will fit F150 Fords 2009 – 2014, 5½’ box. 701.793.6471 or 701.588.4406 2011 Gulfstream Streamlite Travel Trailer, 26QBS, 1 slideout, sleeps 6, queen bed, Reese equalizer hitch, upgraded tires, fiberglass sides, many options, non-smoker, no pets, exc cond, must see, Horace area. New $28,318. Low retail $19,360. Sell for $14,900 OBO. 701.282.8540 or 701.367.0115 8’L x 8’W x 9”D Cedar Sand Box. Corners are made so someone can sit & watch. No sand w/ box. Asking $25. Cedar table 106-1/2”L x 39-1/2”W x 26-1/2”H (outdoor use) Asking $25. 701.866.8841 Cowboy Action Apparel, 2 lg vests $15 ea, 2 suspenders $5 ea, 2 black pants new W-12, M-36 $15 ea, black knee high Tony Lama boots size 10 1/2 $25, Midcalf black wool coat 44 $50. Winchester 94(44-40)1899 S#167373 $900. 701.205.2267 Heavy duty tripod for construction level or transit. $30. New aluminum 16' grade rod. $25. 701.367.4837 BW 3500 camper hitch, fits BW goose neck ball, 1 yr old, new $890, asking $550. Dish tailgator camper satellite setup, $150. Brinks home personal
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document safe. 12W, 13D, 17H, combo & keyed. Stackable Whirlpool washer/ dryer, apt. size, 24W/27D, used 1 yr, $550. 701.400.1010 Air hockey table by Performance Games in exc cond. New $1,650. Asking $800. Pic avail. 701.412.1432 Used Baldor aeration fans. 1ea 10hp 24”, 1ea 7½hp 24”, 4ea 1½hp 18” w/ cords, 5hp Sanborn 60 gal. 2-stage air compressor, 220V, 175 lb. 701.840.0735 or 701.845.4461 Unframed, signed & numbered prints: "Guardian Angels" set of 2 by Doolittle, $800. "Lake Valley Station" by Barnes, $300. "In the Beginning...Friends" by Calle, $300. Framed, signed & numbered print: "Eagle Heart" by Doolittle, $400. Other prints avail. 701.893.6279 4’x8’ “Carry On Corp” utility trailer, drop loading ramps, floor open steel mesh, 3-12” tires (like new), perfect for ATV. Bought new, few miles, in garage mostly. 1st $500 cash buys it. 701.281.5917 2nd crop alfalfa & wheat straw, avail around Aug 1. Small squares, pick up in field & save. $4 for alfalfa, $2 for straw. From storage: $4.50 & $2.50. Can deliver. Hickson area, 701.371.4710 2008 Vulcan Nomad 1600 V-Twin & 1989 Voyager 1200. Both Kawasaki touring bikes, shaft drive, water-cooled, hard bags, etc. Below book at $4400 & $3100. New 15’ square-stern canoe still in shipping wrap, $425. 701.789.0111 or email quartzine@yahoo.com Beckwith organ, free. 701.277.1773 920 diesel Allis Chalmers 1986 lawn tractor w/ lawn deck, snow blower, tiller, chains. It all works. $2,500. 701.238.9549 Electric wheelchair, scooter brand, never used. Cost $4,000, will sell for $1,200. 701.364.2740 Power lift chair, 3 position, exc cond, purchased from Sanford 2 years ago, has a 3-year guarantee, black cherry color, south Fargo, pics avail, $350. 701.298.3082 or apmac51@aol.com Lg corner oak computer desk, $500; full size oak captain bed & 6-drawer dresser $750; 3-bike tire mounted bike rack ($25); 2 Spindex-5 tricycles
new batteries needed ($80 for both). 701.235.1600 or 701.361.6478
years old purchased at Conlins. Sofa is 76”L, 21”D, & 36”H. $425. 701.281.3932
2012 Bobcat S205 skid steer. 815 Hours, 2 speed, heat/AC, radio, power Bobtach, dirt bucket & pallet forks, 1 owner, nice machine, $25,900/BO, txt for pics. Set of (4) new skid steer snow tires on new 19.5" HD wheels, new, never used, 34" tall, $1,575/BO. 218.205.7198
3x14.25x19 stainless steel prop (new), self-feeding drill press, Dayton heavy duty heater 240/280V. 701.212.5169
Kenmore w/d, $500 OBO, for the pair. Lazy-Boy loveseat, pretty dark green, $400 OBO. All are under 3 years old. Great cond! 701.277.3862 or 701.441.1218 2007 Winnebago Itasca Horizon Motorhome. 33k mi. 400hp Cummins Diesel Engine. Trailer hitch. 3 slideouts. Central AC w/ heat pump. Outdoor: Entertainment center, gas grill hookup, chest type freezer, & shower. Lg windows for great view. 701.640.0942 or 701.640.0585 2005 Glastron Ski Fish MX185SF, Volvo Penta 190hp engine, custom trailer w/ surge brakes, custom cover, Bimini top, trolling motor, 3 bank battery charger. Stored in heated shop. Immaculate $15,000. 206.459.9897 New Pill crusher Silent Knight, never used. Paid $75, will sell for $50. 701.205.8388 or rick.nerat@yahoo.com Savage model 24 over/under .22 long rifle/.410 shotgun. Earlier style w/ side button that flips up/down for barrel selection. Used but in very good shape. No cracks in wood, $600. 701.238.2530 Free! 3 Franklin livestock waterers. Come & get them, Enderlin. 701.437.3259 Whirlpool Cabrio washer/dryer, 6 yrs old, $400/pr; compact chest freezer, $100; fridge, $75; china cabinet, $250 OBO; full size bedroom set, Duncan Phyfe dining room set, misc. furniture, make offer. 701.645.2574 Kenmore fridge, 2.5 cu. ft., $60. Quick drawer, 35½W x 7’10”L, $150. 4 rims 15x7, 4 chrome rings, 4 chrome caps, $100. 5th wheel tripod, $50. Coleman Roadtrip grill, 2 burners, stand, $75. 5th wheel hitch, $150. 4 Firestone snow tires, P215/65R17, $100. 701.566.7971
Yamaha electric golf cart w/ doors, exc shape, new batteries, chromed up, $3,595. Nikon D40x SLR camera w/ all accessories, zoom lens, carrying case, exc shape, $325. 701.361.0597 Fireplace wood (mixed hardwood). Reasonably priced, Fargo area. 701.361.8229 Howa 1500 bolt action rifle, .223 caliber, ANIB; Browning BPS, 12 gauge, upland edition, 24" barrel. 701.840.4546 30 gal. aquarium w/ all accessories, comes w/ stand $75. 218.303.3289 Brand new Ranch Hand grill guard for a F-150. $550 new, asking $250 cash. Kawai Digital Piano, great shape, asking $900 OBO. Never have to tune it & lightweight. 701.541.7757 or cjole92@ gmail.com United 5’x8’ enclosed trailer, like new, $1,100. 22” electric range, $30. 4.6 cu. ft. fridge, $30. Craftsman recip. Saw, $40. Crossbox tool box (small pickup), $20. All items in very good working order. 701.730.4080 Ethan Allen 3 seater sofa. Ivory w/ light green, blue, tangerine pastel pattern. Very attractive piece. Great condition. $200. Queen bed set 4 posts black frame w/ very nice detail on headboard & footboard, includes mattress set, $200. 701.552.1023 Wanted: Short gooseneck trailer, 12’ or 14‘ deck. 701.361.7770 Looking for someone who wants to haul away 4 tall pine trees that I will be having cut down. Not sure of date yet, could be this fall. 701.739.4112 Used croquet set (w/ stand or storage bag) in great, complete cond. 701.799.6420 4 to 7.5hp gas powered pressure washers w/ B.S. motors that are in need of repair. 701.437.2862
Phoenix Black sofa, chair & ottoman, 5
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