VOLUME 99
ISSUE 6
TIMES
FALLON County
BAKER, MONTANA 59313
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SMART receives donation
Mona Madler, SMART Executive Director, receives a donation from Bud Anderson, TransCanada Corporation, Keystone Projects representative, Photo by Darlene Hornung for the Baker Lake Tributary Project.
Southeast Montana Area Revitalization Team (SMART) is pleased to announce that TransCanada Corporation, Keystone Projects will be helping with the revitalization of a well-known creek channel in the city of Baker. The company has donated $6,500 to support the Baker Lake Tributary Project. The Baker Lake Tributary Project will restore the creek channel through the city of Baker to a free-flowing stream free of silt and overgrown vegetation. Mitigation will return the tributary to a recreational and picturesque asset in the community that will be enjoyed by many. Fallon County, City of Baker, and state and federal agencies will collaborate to complete this project which is expected to kick off this spring and take approximately six months to a year to complete. With more than 60 years’ experience, TransCanada is a leader in the safe, reliable, and responsible operation of North American energy infrastructure. Giving back to communities where they operate is part of TransCanada’s every day culture. Whether it’s partnering with community groups or employee engagement and giving, TransCanada is committed to supporting healthy, safe and vibrant communities across North America by focusing on programs that build stronger communities, enhance public safety and conserve the environment.
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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2015
Community invited to celebrate Americanism By Lori Kesinger Community members are invited to join in what has become a tradition for celebrating being an American with a free family-friendly program in Baker. The 51st annual Americanism Program will be celebrated with the theme “America-Land of Civil Rights and Religious Freedom”, Wednesday, Feb. 11, at 7 p.m. in the Longfellow Gym. After 50 years, the host baton is being passed from the Sandstone Lodge #84 Masons and the Charity Chapter #60 Eastern Star to the Knights of Columbus. “We really appreciate their 50 years of carrying on this program,” said Steve Zachmann, Knights of Columbus member. The American Legion and Auxiliary will present the flags with the assistance of the Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Girl Scouts. The Baker High School band and choir and O’Fallon Men’s Community Choir will be performing. The 60th anniversary of a historic amendment to the Pledge of Allegiance will be featured during the program. The Knights of Columbus had a pivotal role in the addition of the “under God” to the Pledge of Allegiance. The Knights of Columbus is a fraternal benefit society founded in 1882 in New Haven, Connecticut to protect the financial futures of Catholic families and to engage in charitable activity. Their principles are Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism. Members of the Knights of Columbus are 1.8 million, organized in 15,000 councils around the world. They are a strong charitable force within their communities, donating more than $167.5 million and 70 million hours to charitable causes last year alone. There are approximately 5,000 Knights in 50 councils in Montana. While there have been members of the Knights of Columbus in Baker since the 1950s, the local Knights of Columbus, Matthew Gappa Council 6294, was formed in 1972 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. It consists of members from St. John’s, St. Anthony Parish in Plevna, and St. Joan of Arc Parish in Ekalaka. They each provide service to their respective parishes and communities. “They have provided scholarships to youth in the three communities, sponsor a Free Throw Contest in area schools, support Ultrasound Initiatives in Miles City and Sidney, Special Olympics, Catholic schools in Miles City and Livingston, Coats for Kids, food drives, and local charitable causes. This year, the Knights of Columbus are adding the Americanism Program to their sponsorship,” Zachmann noted. Refreshments will be served following the program.
Keystone pipeline bill passes without airspace amendment By Lori Kesinger The US Senate concluded a month of Keystone pipeline debate on Jan. 29 by voting 62 to 36 to approve construction of the project. A proposed amendment to the bill made by Montana’s Senators to restrict the Air Force expansion plans over southeastern Montana was dropped. The Air Force recently approved an expansion of the Powder River Training Complex (PRTC) military operating area (MOA) from 8,300 square miles to about 23,000 miles across four states including Montana. The proposed amendment would have blocked low-level flights between 500 feet above ground level up to 12,000 feet in the airspace above the Baker area. The PRTC still requires approval by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) which has about 45 days to make their decision, March 1. Senators Steve Daines and Jon Tester, along with Representative Ryan Zinke, sent FAA Administrator Michael Huerta a letter earlier in January to reiterate that Montanans’ concerns had not been mitigated in the final Air Force Record of Decision on the expansion. The Senators met with Huerta on Jan. 29 calling on the FAA to re-evaluate the plan in light of increased economic activity
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and air traffic in southeastern Montana. They also urged Huerta to consider removing low-level flights in the area and provide the area with the necessary radar capabilities to ensure general aviation safety. “The Air Force’s plan fails to take into account current and future needs of southeastern Montana, which has recently experienced a growth in air traffic and greater economic activity,” Daines stated. “It is imperative that the FAA takes concrete steps to address Montanans’ concerns and ensure that much-needed safety measures are in place to protect local pilots and area residents.” Aerial monitoring of area pipelines increased from 500 flight hours in 2013 to more than 2500 hours projected for 2015. The intended route for the Keystone XL pipeline, including a proposed loading terminal for oil near Baker, runs directly through the training expansion and would require further aerial inspections. “The FAA must listen to folks on the ground in Montana. I
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have. And I’ve heard time and time again that the proposed airspace expansion will put general aviation pilots at risk and jeopardize the safety of residents in the area,” Tester said. “It’s my hope that the FAA gives this expansion thoughtful consideration.” Montana Senators applauded the Senate passage of legislation approving the Keystone XL pipeline. The Keystone bill will now go to the House, which already approved a separate version, and will take up the Senate’s version with its amendments. Once approved in the House, the bill will go to President Obama’s desk.
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FILES OF THE TIMES 10 YEARS AGO Friday, February 11, 2005Ten Baker wrestlers will be traveling to Billings to compete in the State Wrestling Tournament. They are Bryan Hastig, Nathan Beck, Sam Gonsioroski, Jordan McWilliams, Jason Becker, Matt Wiseman, Kylen Kary, Michael Heiser, Blake Hunter and TJ Owens. . . The Baker Volunteer Fire Department was called out to a trailer home fire at 13 North Main Street Feb. 4. The home of Tammy Warburton was a total loss. . . Betty Kusler and Earl Collins were the lucky winners of the Fallon County Times Valentine Love Song Scramble. . . Jason Custer is Reynolds February Employee of the Month. . . . Plevna Lady Cougars are conference champions. They are headed to the 4C District tournament in Baker, Feb.10-12. . . Mona Cantalupo, assistant ED director of SMART, told Chamber members Feb. 3 that SMART is trying to establish a port authority to promote and develop commerce in the area. She said they will need a two mill tax levy, one time, to get a port authority started but it should be self-sufficient thereafter. . . Super Bowl drawing winners at Reynolds were Polly Davis mirror, and Rick Madler - mirror. Party pack winners were Bev Rath, Kaye Entzel, Jason Griffith, Gloria Askin, Rollie Maier, Kim O’Donnell, J. Manolovitz, Vivian Pinnow, Myron Allerdings, and Karla O’Connor. . . Super Bowl Football Contest winner was Myron Allerdings. . . First Sergeant Timothy Hornung, who is in the Ohio Army National Guard, is spending some leave time with his parents, Darlene and Clayton Hornung, in Baker. He recently returned from spending a year in Iraq. 20 YEARS AGO Thursday, February 10, 1995 -- First baby of the year is Tiffany Rose Benner, daughter of Willie and Penny Benner of Plevna. Tiffany was born Jan. 25, weighing 7 lbs. 1/2 oz. . . Mark Hecker, a 1987 Baker High School graduate, has returned to Baker to serve his internship under pharmacist Gerry Gamrath. . . Since the nice weather on Feb. 1, tulips around houses are up several inches and trees are starting to bud. . . Matt Breitbach received his Eagle Scout Award at the Boy Scout Awards Banquet recently. Matt is the son of Tony and Rita Breitbach. . . Lawrence and Donnetta Schaefer and Cindy and Pete Enos hosted an 80th birthday party for their mother, Betty Schaefer, Feb. 4. . . At the Baker City Council meeting, Police Chief Randy Ketterling stated that Officer Knipp will soon be attending the Academy. . . Yellow Bellie Nellie (a car) has come out of storage. Once again she is sitting on Baker Lake waiting to fall through the ice. The local Search and Res-
cue Unit uses Nellie for train- of a proposed new post office ing. building in Plevna. 30 YEARS AGO Thursday, February 7, 1985 -- Katie Huether of the Fallon Memorial Nursing Home celebrated her 97th birthday Feb. 5. . . Fallon-Carter Extension Office welcomes a new home economist - Georgia Hansen. . . Dr. Gary R. Lucachick recently completed a week long course in the straight wire orthodontic technique. . . A shake-up in the Class B structure will affect the eastern division of which Baker is a member. The new division will now consist of Circle, Fairview, Plentywood, Poplar, Wolf Point, Baker, Labre, and Broadus. . . Spartan wrestlers are off to the divisional wrestling meet at Huntley Project. Wrestlers taking part in the meet are Ward Clark, Jerry Williams, Chad Afrank, Gary Singer, Don Bruha, Rob Merwin, Thadd O’Donnell, Casey O’Donnell, Mitch Domagala, Dale Singer, Robert Burns, Chuck Jardee, Rob Moon, Shawn Lantis, Pat Knipp, Gary Crow, Todd Rustad, Mark Wandle, Sean Smith, and Jim Huntley. Wrestling cheerleaders include Susan Duneman, Jamyne Mayo, Marnie Merwin, Joette Nielsen, and Teresa Heiser. 40 YEARS AGO Thursday, February 6, 1975 -- Winners of the Baker CowBelles annual Beef Cooking Contest were Nancy Householder, first; Ida Gunderson, second; and Brenda Knipp, third. . . Carol Gill placed third in humorous solo at the speech and drama divisional meet held in Jordan. Patty Lutz placed third in memorized public address, and Lonna Erlenbush placed third in original oratory. . . Fallon County Credit Union elected officers and a board of directors. Charles Larson will serve as president, Henry Huether vice president, Drury Phebus secretary, and Dora Mae Huether treasurer and manager. Board members are Ruth Townsend, Frank Demers and Drury Phebus. . . Plevna Cougars defeated Busby Eagles 69-49. Don Buerkle hit for a season high of 30 points. 50 YEARS AGO Thursday, February 4, 1965 -- At their annual banquet, the Chamber of Commerce installed new officers for the following year. They are: president Joe Steffes, Jr., first vice president John Breen, second vice president Walter Ehman. Members of the board of directors are Vern Bublitz, Stan Burnelle, Gene Huntley and Margaret Lathrop. . . James Hadley was injured in an accident when his pickup hit an icy spot on the road about two miles east of Baker. . . . Postmaster Ruth Sieler of Plevna was advised that the Post Office Dept. has accepted an assignable land option for the site
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60 YEARS AGO Thursday, February 10, 1955 -- Mr. and Mrs. Henry Bohle met with an accident Saturday afternoon while driving in a blizzard about 32 miles west of Baker on Highway 12. Mrs. Bohle sustained a broken nose as well as several other cuts on her face and was a patient in the Fallon County Hospital. . . “Calling All Carrs” has been announced as the next production of the Ismay home talent players. . . A no host dinner was held Saturday night at the Vern Bublitz home as a farewell for Mr. and Mrs. Donald Barchus. Mr. Barchus will leave Friday for Cleveland, Ohio where he will spend two weeks at the main factory of the Lincoln Electric Co. after which he will be located in Tulsa, Okla. . . Airman Third class Gene C. Braun, son of Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Braun, Baker, arrived in Bermuda recently for assignment.
Contact Living on your a Budget County ExtenCongress sionFallon/Carter partnered with Baker High School’s FCCLA instructor Beach to host a financial members Pam course for women in January. The 114th Congress convened Jan. 6 addressing key issues including immigration, homeland security and the Keystone XL pipeline. With 247 seats in the House of Representatives and 54 seats in the Senate, this congress has the largest Republican majority since the 71st Congress. Contact Montana congressional delegation at:
US Representative Ryan Zinke, Republican 113 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Phone: 202-225-3211 Fax: 202-225-5768 zinke.house.gov
70 YEARS AGO Thursday, February 8, 1945- Fallon County men leaving for induction Feb. 12, 1945 are Benjamin Sieler, Henry Huether, Edward Yandell, Rolland Wildish, Charles Richey, Jerome Dietz, Roy Prichard, Arthur Ruff, and James Roan. . . General MacArthur says Tokyo is next goal of armed forces. . . Without a doubt tonight sees the biggest crowd at the depot since Company I was sent to World War I. There will be 78 Baker men and nearly as many from Carter County leaving for Butte for their physicals. It is reported that two US Senator Steve Daines, Republican extra coaches have been proWashington, DC Office vided. 1 Russell Senate Courtyard Washington, DC 20510 80 YEARS AGO Thursday, February 14, 1935Phone: 202-224-2651 - Frank S. Burn, extradited to Fax: 202-224-9412 Baker under a charge of having stevedaines.com stolen $300 from his mother-inlaw, Mrs. Hattie Ramme, was sentenced to five years in the state penitentiary. . . . Fallon County received $65,190.65 for relief during the past year. . . Karl Hepperle, M.F. Carrington, and L.J. Larsen of Plevna went to Glendive Thursday to look into government project plans as might be used in building an addition to the Plevna school house. 90 YEARS AGO Thursday, February 12, 1925 -- Friday night marked the close of another whist tournament with L.E. Baker and his loyal supporters occupying the mourners bench and Dr. Blakemore and his sheiks preening themselves before an admiring public. . . J.F. Smola and family are new residents of Baker from Bismarck, N.D. Mr. Smola has purchased the Reynolds Tailor Shop. . . Baker National Bank opened its doors to the public Monday and are prepared to serve the financial needs of the public. . Eph Keirle returned Sunday morning from Bunkerhill, Ill. On his return trip he stopped in Minneapolis to attend the auto show.
US Senator Jon Tester, Democrat Washington, DC Office 724 Hart Senate Building Washington, DC 20510-2604 Phone: 202-224-2644 Fax: 202-224-8594 tester.senate.gov
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This course was part of a bigger series of workshops that Extension is offering to women that will run through June. During the fun, hands-on “Living on a Budget” class, participants learned how to determine their net worth, come up with a budget, and develop a spending plan. They learned about free financial tools that are available to help make living on a budget easy. There was a lot of great discussion and ideas that were exchanged and participants left motivated to start their year off right and stick to a budget. Be sure to let your Fallon/Carter Extension Office know if there are any classes you would like to see offered. You may contact us at 406778-7110 or falloncarter1@montana.edu.
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Tuesday 2 p.m.
Extension calendar Feb. 7 - Fallon County 4H/FFA Market Beef weigh-in Feb. 9 - Do-It-Herself Workshop - Baking basics Feb. 10 - Fallon County Cloverbuds Feb. 11 - Fallon County 4-H Small Projects Judging Feb. 13 - Carter County 4H/FFA Market Beef weigh-in Feb. 16 - Holiday - office closed
B o a r d V a c a n c ie s The City of Baker has an opening for one appointee on each of the following boards
Airport Commission - three year term Police Commission - three year term
Please send letter of Interest to Mayor Clayton Hornung at P.O. Box 1512 Baker, MT 59313 or deliver to the Baker City Office in the Fallon County Courthouse. MNAXLP
COMMISSIONER MEETING NOTICE CHANGE Due to out of town meetings the Fallon County Commission will not meet the week 0f Monday, Feb. 9, 2015. Due to the Presidents Day Holiday, Monday, February 16, the Commission will next meet Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2015. For questions regarding this notice please contact the Clerk and Recorder at 406-778-8182 or stop by in the office at 10W. Fallon Avenue, Baker, MT 59313 or send written question to P.O. Box 846, Baker, MT 59313 MNAXLP
Daily Specials • February 6 - 12 Friday - Super Nachos • Beef Barley Soup Saturday - Cook’s Choice Tuesday - Chili Cheese Dogs • Tomato Soup Wednesday - Pork Roast, Kraut & Potatoes Potato Dumpling Soup Thursday - Shepherd’s Pie • Vegetable Beef Soup
Lake City Shopping Center Come check out our new menu! 406-778-2202 To Go Orders • See us on Facebook! Open Tuesday - Saturday Please give 24 hours notice 5:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. for pans of caramel rolls
Baker office in the Lake City Shopping Center 406-778-2801 RaeAnn will be in the Baker Office on Fridays, weather permitting
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Baker Agronomy Center Full Service Agro no my Plant Fertilizer • Crop Protection • Seed • Recommendations and farm service geared around your operation • Latest in crop management products to maximize this year’s crop potential Grower owned company helping to achieve success in the field Stop in and visit:
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H ap py B ir th da y Fallon County Times and Places HOPE, do you feel alcohol is causing problems, we can help, Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. at the American Lutheran Church. District Court is in session the first Tuesday of the first full week of the month and as often as business warrants. Interested persons are welcome to check a specific schedule at the office of the Clerk of District Court. Fallon County Library hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; closed Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays. O’Fallon Historical Museum Open Monday - Friday 8 a.m. 5 p.m. Closed on legal holidays. Driver Licensing Schedule, second and third Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 12:30 - 3:30 p.m., courthouse Baker Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture, noon, Thee Garage; Baker Rural Fire Dept.; Benefit supper and silent auction for Cambri Jesperson, 5 p.m., St. Joan of Arc Catholic Parish Hall, Ekalaka, Feb. 5. Changed For Life church services, 10 a.m., Baker Senior Center; Free will offering smoked brisket lunch for Cindy Boe, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., American Legion, Baker, Feb. 8. O’Fallon Men’s Choir rehearsal, 7 p.m., Longfellow School music room; American Legion Auxiliary, 6:30 p.m., American Legion, Feb. 9. Overeaters Anonymous, 6:30 p.m., American Lutheran Church; Codependent Support Group, noon, American Lutheran Church; Friends of Library, 5 p.m., library basement Patchwork Quilting Guild, 10 a.m., Thee Garage, Feb. 10. Americanism program, 7 p.m., Longfellow Gym; CowBelles; School Board, 7 p.m., high school board room, Feb. 11. Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14. Changed For Life church services, 10 a.m., Baker Senior Center, Feb. 15. President’s Day; Baker Homecraft; Fallon County Water & Sewer District/Stanhope Addition, monthly meeting, library basement, 6:30 p.m., Feb. 16. Fair Board meeting, 6 p.m., Fallon County Fairgrounds exhibit hall, Feb. 17.
Cards Ten people came out to play pinochle Feb. 1 at the Baker Senior Citizen Center. There was one table of four players and two tables with three players each. Winners were Marj Peterson, James Nielsen, Judy Fradenburgh and Iven Felt. Pinochle will be played again next Sunday, Feb. 1, at 1:30 p.m. at the Baker Senior Center.
Tumbling Tumbleweeds By Tai E. Setinc, Reporter The Tumbling Tumbleweeds 4-H Club met Jan. 20, 2015. Bruce and Kaitlyn were the hosts. Kylee led the American Pledge and Daley led the 4-H pledge. Roll call was your favorite football team. Treasurer’s report is $555.70, and Matthew wrote two checks. We discussed who is bringing what for small projects judging for the tacos. Kylee cheese, Matthew - salsa, Daley - lettuce, Rosie - taco shells, Bruce - taco shells, Madison sour cream, and Tai - olives. We also talked about who is bringing what for the sweets. Bruce - cookies, Rosie - cookies, Tai - brownies, and Matthew - bars. Bruce demonstrated “How to ride a skateboard”. Fruit sales have started and your can pick up your form at the Extension Office. Our next meeting will be Feb. 17.
February 5 Bradley Kallevig February 6 Chace Wyrick, Georgia Rustad, Jason Dulin, Jean Rost February 7 Chris Jorgenson, Kiesha Wells February 8 Greg Gunderson, Isabella Jacobsen, Rowdy Larson February 9 Christina Gaub, Toby Arnold February 10 Kirstie Nelson, Marnee Overton, Abbi Straub Gladys Morris, Mary Stark, and Harold Pratt of Superior Care Villa are enjoying a February 11 Ashley O’Donnell, Gage Hanes, Josh Rehm, Michelle Moser, cup of coffee while reminiscing about the good old days. Noel Durfey February 12 Derrick O’Donnell, Mackinzie Verke, Tryppton Sander
It’s a Matter of Opinion Bombers over our heads? By Lori Kesinger This summer I could go to Jackson, New Jersey to Six Flags Great Adventure and ride the Kingda Ka, a roller coaster currently holding the world record at 456 feet tall. It is almost as high as the lowest level a B-1 or B-52 bomber could fly over southeastern Montana if the Air Force Powder River Training Complex (PRTC) expansion is approved by the FAA. In 2017, an entertainment complex in Orlando, Florida is scheduling to open the Skyscraper, a roller coaster towering at 570 feet. I could look an Air Force pilot in the eye at that height. Actually, the pilots are supposed to stay 500 feet away from any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure in a sparsely populated area. Except some ranchers within current training areas say they don’t always adhere to the threshold. So think about it. The height of a roller coaster is going to
be higher than the lowest a bomber could fly over your head. I’m not sure I like that idea or that you will either. Bombers are powerful, strategic, and essential to our military force. I’m not against them. I just don’t want them in my airspace. The Air Force would like to use the new training area about 240 days a year. Airspace under the expansion would be closed in the area mornings and evenings, Monday through Friday. Ten days of large force exercises (LFEs) for four hours per day would also be implemented during the year. That means aerial war games with other military aircraft over my head and yours. Supersonic flight is being proposed with restrictions only during LFEs, plus chaff and flares being employed. But still … sonic booms, lowflying aircraft, flares? Live ammunition exercises will not take place. Does that make you feel better?
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LAW ENFORCEMENT Baker Police Department • January 26, 2015 - February 1, 2015 - 26 Calls for service: 1 911 hang-up; 2 agency assists; 2 animal complaints; 2 citizen assists; 2 crashes (hit and run); 1 DUI; 3 informations; 9 traffic stops; 4 unlocks Anyone with any information on any area crime is encouraged to call Crimestoppers at 406-778-2222. Calls are never recorded and rewards are offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of responsible parties.
FROM THE BENCH Justice Court • Cameo Sigrid McNeley, Scurry, TX, speeding on non-interstate, exceed night limit of 65 MPH, 75/65, bond forfeited $20, ticket issued 12/20/14. • Thomas Paul Lewandowski, Williston, ND, speeding on non-interstate, exceed day limit of 70 MPH, 80/70, bond forfeited $20,
ticket issued 1/8/15. • Josh Leo Tiedemann, Baker, speeding on non-interstate, exceed night limit of 65 MPH, 75/65, bond forfeited $20, ticket issued 1/15/15. • Jennifer Stella Cunningham, Sidney, speeding on non-interstate, exceed day limit of 70 MPH, 80/70, bond forfeited $20, ticket issued 1/21/15.
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If the expansion is approved, it won’t just be a disruption to aerial pipeline inspection or causing cattle to be startled. Hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, and land stewards will also be affected, not to mention homeowners, farmers and medical patients. A way of life we have all become accustomed to will be changed. A few years ago, a rancher in the current zone near Broadus reported a total disrespect for property and livelihood. Pilots used buildings for target practice and flew over all day and night. He had seen a B-1 fly as low as 50 feet off the ground. Others in the same area got a thrill out of the bombers. They also claimed the cattle in the area became accustomed to the commotion. A B-1 can fly by without warning at a maximum speed of 900 mph - supposedly an adrenaline rush for the casual observer. Still, I say, “No thanks, I’d like to keep my country sky a Big Sky.”
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Free Will Offering Smoked Brisket Lunch
The Trustees of Baker School District #12 have changed their regular school board meeting to be held on February 11, 2015; The meeting is scheduled to START AT 5:30 p.m. in the boardroom at Baker High School.
Sunday, February 8 The American Legion, Baker MT 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Silent Auction ends at 2:00 (Donated items greatly appreciated!)
Gun Raffle for Henry Golden Boy 22 Mag (tickets and more information at the Legion)
Proceeds for Cindy Boe
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110 Beach,MT ND 202Central S 4th StAve. W •S,Baker,
GLENDIVE AREA 1-406-345-8252
Seeing patients Tuesdays at Fallon Medical
Statewide Toll Free 1-800-226-7623
Complex lower level Dr. Jake Holkup
TTY 1-800-335-7592 Internet Address www.mdt.mt.gov/travinfo
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appointments M,For W& F - 7 a.m.-5:30call p.m. TollThFree T& - 7 1-877-267-7520 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays ext. 245 Sat. -406-778-5100 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Cell 701-866-4011 1-701-872-7520
Dr. James R. Campbell, DDS Family Dentistry
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Complete general dentistry for adults & children:
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202 South 4th Street • Baker, MT 59313 406-778-3331 Hospital • 406-778-2833 Clinic
CLINIC HOURS Monday – Friday • 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
SERVICES INCLUDE 24-Hour Emergency Room Acute Care/Hospital Care Outpatient Surgery Skilled Nursing Home Swing Bed/Long Term Care Home Health Services Life Line • Social Services Diagnostic Imaging • Mammography Colonoscopy • Ultrasound • CT • MRI Laboratory • Physical Therapy Dietetic Counseling Telemedicine Site
Darr yl Espeland, DO Dominick Trivisonno, MD Paul Wheeler, PA-C Steve Coxe, PA-C VISITING SPECIALISTS Leszek Jaszczak, MD (Radiology) Jeff Williams, MD (Obstetrics/Gynecology) 24-hr access via Telemedicine to Billings Specialists
SERVICES Flu & pneumonia immunizations • Prenatal care FAA, DOT, ICC physicals • Cryotherapy Minor surgical procedures Family health care for all ages
• Fillings • Root Canals • Extractions • Dentures
Practice located in Baker since 1994 Healthy Montana Kids Provider
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(406)778-5150 (800)676-7161 Ext. 231
Office hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday
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Behavior Award, back row, l-r: Hannah Goerndt and Macee Varner - sixth grade; Zoie Rost and Ashlyn Lutts - fifth grade. Front row: Sheldon Johnson - third grade; Isabell Cuppy and Allanna Rabbitt - fourth grade.
Elementary Principal’s Awards January 23, Elementary Principal Dave Mahon held the semi-annual “Principal Awards” assembly at Longfellow School for grades three through six. These students are awarded at the end of each semester for their outstanding academic and behavioral performance through the first semester of the school year. Each classroom teacher selects the student who has displayed exemplary behavior for the behavior awards. The academic awards are also selected by the classroom
teachers by the overall academic performances of their students. The students with the Highest Accelerated Reader point totals received certificates. The prestigious “Principal’s Award” is for one student per grade level who has shown outstanding progress in both academic and student behavior. Longfellow School has this assembly twice a year and it is a very tough decision as we are blessed with so many outstanding children in this community.
FWP News Patchwork FWP access program offers tax credits to landowners Landowners have until March 15 to submit applications to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks for enrollment in a unique public-access program that may qualify them for up to $2,000 in annual tax credits. Through the “Unlocking State Lands” program, a landowner who enters into a contractual agreement with FWP to allow public recreational access across private land to reach a parcel of otherwise inaccessible state land is entitled to receive a $500 annual tax credit per contract with a maximum of four contracts per year. The innovative Unlocking State Lands program is a product of House Bill 444, introduced in the 2013 Legislature by Representative Tom Jacobson from Great Falls. “The concept of offering a tax credit in exchange for public access across private land to reach state land is a first of its kind in the nation, as far as we’ve been able to determine,” said Alan Charles, FWP coordinator of landowner/sportsman relations. In 2014, the first year of the new program, two landowners in central Montana enrolled in the program, providing access to four separate parcels of isolated state land and qualifying for a cumulative total of $2,000 in tax benefits. More information about the program, including enrollment criteria and the application form, can be found at http://fwp.mt.gov/hunting/hun terAccess/unlockingStateLands/ or contact Alan Charles by phone at 406-444-3798 or via email at acharles@mt.gov.
Legal Tip of the Week Did you know … that a creditor with a judgment against you can take your income tax refund if you put it into an account? This applies to accounts in any financial institution, like a bank or credit union. This applies to any creditor that is not the government. The State of Montana or federal government can take your tax refund as payment for a debt even if you don’t put it in an account. For more information, please visit the Money Problems section of www.MontanaLawHelp.org. If you can’t find the information you want, click on the LiveHelp button or call the Montana Legal Services Association HelpLine at 1-800-666-6899.
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The Guild met Jan.13 at Thee Garage with nine members including new member Kay White of Ismay. The day was spent sewing Triangle Frenzy projects using the 60 degree rulers. Some very beautiful articles were made. Following the noon lunch, we held our regular meeting with president Peggy Smith calling the meeting to order. Joan Grammond read the minutes of the November meeting. Jean Tronstad gave the treasurer’s report and dues were collected for the new year. For old business, Jean Tronstad reported she had six adult quilts and nine children’s quilts plus Teddy bears for the state troopers to have in the cars.
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Academic Award winners, back row, l-r: Caleb Rost fifth grade; Avery Uecker - sixth grade; Kalee Herbst - sixth grade; and Harlee Graham - fourth grade. Front row, l-r: Gabe Kennel - fifth grade; Saraya Afrank third grade; and Walker Hadley - fourth grade.
Back row, l-r: Zack Craig - sixth grade MAPS Science; Kalee Herbst - sixth grade MAPS Math; Emily Shumaker - fifth grade MAPS Science; and Sayge Barkley - fifth grade MAPS Science. Front row, l-r: Samantha Griffith - fourth grade MAPS Science; Caleb Rost fifth grade MAPS Math; Walker Hadley - fourth grade MAPS Math; and Riley Williams - third grade MAPS Math and Science.
In February and March we will be making quilts 60”x80” for the homeless. Each member will bring their own fabrics. One idea for a new project is a “Push-Up Sticks” quilt. For our annual retreat, we decided to go to the Marmarth Community Center Friday and Saturday, Feb. 27-28. We will take our meals at the Pastime and return home at night. There was a unanimous reelection of the present officers: president - Peggy Smith, vice president - Deb Barth, treasurer - Jean Tronstad, secretary/reporter Joan Grammond, projects Jean Tronstad, and scrapbook - Neila Curry. Show and Tell:
Jean Tronstad shared her small hand-embroidered quilt with flowers within intersecting circles based on a full-sized quilt she saw in the Washington quilt show. She also had a wall hanging of hand-embroidered flowers and leaves and the words “Love, Hope and Faith” appliqued on it and a large leaf of green points on one side of a white background. Kathy Wilkening brought her flannel “Mile a Minute” quilt and matching pillow. Linda Clark displayed a beautiful red and white table runner featuring the Triangle Frenzy pattern. The next meeting of the Guild will be at 10 a.m. Feb. 10 at Thee Garage. New members are welcome.
Reading and Math Award winners, back row, l-r: Samantha Griffith - fourth grade MAPS reading high test score; Riley Williams - third grade MAPS reading, math, science high test scores; Kalee Herbst - sixth grade high MAPS reading; Caleb Rost - fifth grade high MAPS reading. Front row: Gabe Kennel - fifth grade AR points; Quinn Griffith - third grade AR points; Will Rost - sixth grade AR points; and Harlee Graham - fourth grade AR points, high MAPS reading test score.
Principal Award winners for fall semester 2014, l-r: Nevaeah Aston - third grade; Anika Ploeger - fifth grade; Lucy Branson - sixth grade; and Allanna Rabbitt - fourth grade. Photos by Darlene Hornung
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Spartans Of The Week for the week of February 2 - 6, 2015 This week’s Spartans of the Week are RJ Crow (Lisa and Robert), Dustan Davis (Mike and Tiffany), Jase Rost (Roy & Melissa), Jayden Miller ( Andy & Tammy Miller and Craig & Tricia Shipman), Olivia Mahon (Dave and Gretchen), and Brianna Rambur (Brian and Pierette). RJ, a junior business and computer student, passed his Microsoft Office Expert Specialist Exam for Microsoft Word 2013, and was awarded a certificate. Jase and Dustan, both seniors, placed 5th in Humorous Duo at the State Class B Speech and Drama Meet. Jayden, who is a sophomore, placed 1st in Original Oratory at the state meet; and Olivia, a junior and Brianna, a senior placed 1st in Serious Duo. Congratulations to all of you!
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Spartan basketball By Mariah Lecoe The Spartan boys’ basketball team traveled to Colstrip Senior boys, l-r: Seth Barkley, Brady Varner, Clint Jan. 30, and lost 45-58. As a team they had a 30.4 percent Lesh and Dallas Arnell. field goal average and a 47.4 percent free throw average. Dallas Arnell had 1 rebound, 1 assist, 1 steal; Daniel Rost 2 rebounds; Austin Braun 1 rebound, 1 assist; Joe Fisher 8 points, 7 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 steals; Seth Barkley 11 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal; Brady Varner 19 points, 13 rebounds; Clint Lesh 5 points, Senior boys basketball managers: Stephanie Heaps, 6 rebounds, 1 assist; Matt left and Jerilyn Wiseman. Not pictured Tyla Herbst. Packer 2 points, 7 rebounds, 1 assist. The Colstrip Colts outscored the Spartans all four quarters.
Lady Spartan basketball Senior girls, Back, l-r: Kelly Brookes, Manager; Kylie Hadley and Karlee Murnion, Front: Solenn Jacobsen and Lauren Wang.
Basketball Parents’ Night Girls’ and boys’ basketball Parents’ Night will be held Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2015 when the Baker Lady Spartans and the Baker Spartans host Wibaux. Girls’ JV will begin at 2:30 p.m.; boys’ JV at 4:00 p.m.; varsity girls at 5:30 p.m.; and boys’ varsity at 7:00 p.m. Parents of senior players and/or managers will be introduced prior to the starting line-ups of their respective games. Members of the Spartanettes will be on hand to assist you in lining up in the complex lobby. Following the games, there
will be a reception in the BHS Complex Lobby. All parents, players, managers, and coaches are welcome to attend. To help with this, all freshman parents are asked to bring either two dozen cookies or bars. These may be left at the concession stand in the Complex Lobby before or during the games. The BHS Spartanettes ordered Spartan pins for the parents, and all parents of the teams will be admitted to the games free of charge. You may pick up the pins at the high school concession stand that night.
State Speech and Drama The Spartan speech and drama team traveled to Ennis to participate in the B-C State Meet. The drama team as a whole placed third. In drama, Olivia Mahon and Brianna Rambur placed first in serious duo, keeping their state title. Olivia and Brianna’s duo was about a girl possessed by a demon. Jase Rost and Dustan Davis placed fifth in humorous duo. Their duo was a parody of Hamlet. In speech, Jaden Miller placed first in original oratory. Her speech was about people wasting too much time. The following members did not place at State bud did an amazing job. Megan Greiff and Taiken Goerndt - serious duo. Their duo was about a married woman confronting her husband’s mistress. Isaac Rost
and Bo Rost - classical duo. Their duo was about a servant hypnotizing his boss and making him do strange things. Savannah Davis - serious solo. Her solo was the story of a girl who killed her mother. Moriah Kesinger - humorous oral interpretation. Her piece was about a telemarketer who claimed she was psychic. Tannon Dukart - extemp - Tannon would get a topic and would have to write a small speech about it. Taylyn Dukart and Emily Thurlow - debate. Taylyn and Emily would have to debate for or against certain topics. MaKenzy Shipstead MPA - she gave a speech that J.K. Rowlings did for the graduating class of Harvard University. This concludes the speech and drama season. Go Spartans!
January 30, the Lady Spartans traveled to Colstrip to play the Lady Fillies and lost 31-78. They shot 28.6 percent from the field and were 55 percent from the free throw line. Solenn Jacobsen scored 8 points, had 10 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal; Madison Reddick 2 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal; Karlee Murnion 1 point, 3 assists; Cheyenne Perry 4 points, 1 rebound, 1 steal; Scotti Robinson 1 rebound, 1 assist, 1 steal; Lauren Wang 12 points, 6 rebounds; Kylie Hadley 4 points, 5 rebounds; Melissa Breitbach 1 rebound, 2 assists; Lexi Hartse 2 rebounds, 1 steal; Taylyn Koenig 1 rebound, 2 assists. January 31, the Lady Spartans hosted the Lame Deer Lady Morning Stars and defeated them 83-66. They shot 47.5 percent from the field and were 69.7 percent from the free throw line. Solenn Jacobsen scored 20 points, had 8 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal; Madison Reddick 8 points, 3 rebounds, 1 steal; Karlee Murnion 4 points, 1 rebound, 1 assist, 1 seal; Cheyenne Perry 3 points, 2 rebounds, 2 steals; Scotti Robinson 6 points, 1 rebound; Lauren Wang 27 points, 10 rebounds, 2 assists; Kylie Hadley 7 points, 11 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal; Lexi Hartse 4 points, 1 rebound, 1 steal; Taylyn Koenig 4 points, 7 rebounds, 7 assists, 4 steals. The Lady Spartans will host the Wolf Point Lady Wolves Friday, Feb. 6.
Wrestling Results of the Lemmon Mixer and Hardin Invite tournaments held Jan. 27 and 31 are as follows. Lemmon Mixer - Jan. 27 132 lbs. - Keegan Kary - defeated James Madison (Mobridge) 7-0, defeated Joseph Ybarra (McLaughlin) 15-0, defeated Bleau Hoge (Lemm) 14-2 138 lbs. - Spencer Losing defeated Dakota Nichols (Mobridge) 16-0, pinned Hudson Szczur (Standing Rock) :41 145 lbs. - Paul Wang - pinned by Delany Lester (Standing Rock) :47, pinned by Lane Schwelke (Newell) :42, pinned by Nathan Bauer (Mobridge) 1:11 152 lbs. - Dustin Rost pinned by Teigan Strohschein (Newell) 2:10, lost to Nathan Bauer (Mobridge) 10-9, pinned Bray Harrison (Mobridge) :56 170 lbs. - Andrew Craft - defeated Joseph Avalos (Mobridge) 11-3, lost to Kobe Murphy (Standing Rock) 174 160 lbs. - Michael Holliday - pinned by Duell Tomac (Lemm) 1:55, pinned by Jason Gary (Mobridge) 1:20, pinned by Trig Olsen (HC) 3:40 220 lbs. - Ben Fujimori pinned by Brayden Peterson (Lemm) 1:02, lost to Chase Schoenbard (Mobridge) 14-2, pinned by Davis Jensen (Mobridge) :56 285 lbs. - Summit Wiman lost to Kaan Emir (Pollock) 61, pinned by Trevor Gress (HC) 1:57 285 lbs. - Jonathan Caron pinned by Steven Harrison (Standing Rock) 1:48 Hardin Invitational held Jan. 31 103 lbs. - Trevor Griffith pinned Kon Speelmon (MC) 1:59, pinned Dylan Gamel (HP) 3:44, pinned Kreese Robinson (Har) 3:20, lost to Parker Snyder (HP) 12-4 132 lbs. - Keegan Kary -
pinned Michael Parra (Har) 1:57, defeated Ty Zehms (MC) 17-1, pinned Cory Kistler 5:02; defeated Brandt Ackerman (Glen) 15-0 138 lbs. - Dalton Herbst defeated Connor Ludwig (Laurel) 4-0, pinned Avery Smith (Bro) :59, pinned Gidion Herbel (Har) 3:44, pinned Chaz Krone (Columbus) 1:47 138 lbs. - Spencer Losing pinned Kade Pitsch (Har) 1:29, lost to Tristan Busch (For) 10-8, defeated Mason Fend (Laurel) 12-5 145 lbs. - Dillon Cunningham - pinned Ben Harsha (Bill. Cent.) 3:19, pinned Colton Derenburger (For) :56, pinned by Dixon Walker, (HP) 1:10 152 lbs. - Dustin Rost pinned by Colt McDaniel (For) 1:52, pinned by Gabino Ramirez (Central) 5:58, lost to Michael Crews (MC) 10-3, pinned Hunter Walker (Col.) 1:16 170 lbs - Andrew Craft pinned by Kai Dole (HP) 3:16, pinned by Thayne Hage (Col) :49, pinned by Casmir Melton (MC) 3:24, pinned Jerry Cole (HP) 3:24 285 lbs. - Summit Wiman pinned Josh Schmidt (HP) :30, pinned by Jake Sessions (Col) 1:56, pinned by Grant Scalpcane (Har) 5:38 285 lbs. - Jonathan Caron pinned by Dylan Bell (For) 1:11, lost to Eli Marley (Glen) 7-0, pinned by John Medley (Central) :57, pinned by Brandon Connelly (Laurel) :30 The Spartan wrestlers will participate in their divisional wrestling tournament Saturday, Feb. 7, in Shepherd.
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Basketball Stat Sheet Boys JV January 30 Baker 42 Colstrip 50 Austin Braun 6 points, Nic Bohle 9 points, Daniel Rost 9 points, Jordan Baxter 2 points, Kadon Gentilini 2 points, Matt Packer 3 points, Josh Stutts 11 points.
Girls JV January 30 Baker 42 Colstrip 43 Madison Reddick 6 points, Morgan Miller 21 points, Cheyenne Perry 3 points, Alivia Schultz 6 points, Lexi Hartse 2 points, Amber Durden 4 points. January 31 Baker 63 Lame Deer 26 Madison Reddick 11 points, Morgan Miller 12 points, Cheyenne Perry 5 points, Mariah Miller 9 points, Anna Espeland 4 points, Alivia Schultz 6 points, Melissa Breitbach 11 points, Amber Durden 5 points. C Squad January 27 C Squad Baker 35 Plevna 25 Anna Espeland 13 points, Sheyenne Janeway 8 points, Samantha Smith 5 points, Skyler Robinson 3 points, Joey Hede 4 points, Amber Durden 2 points. January 30 Baker 33 Colstrip 50 Mariah Miller 11 points, Anna Espeland 10 points, Alivia Schultz 3 points, Sheyenne Janeway 2 points, Samantha Smith 2 points, Skyler Robinson 1 point, Amber Durden 4 points.
MONTANA ASSOCIATION OF CLERKS & RECORDERS $1000 SCHOLARSHIP FORMS AVAILABLE
The Montana Association of Clerks and Recorders is again sponsoring a $1,000 scholarship for a graduating senior who will be attending an IN STATE SCHOOL. The last day of acceptance of applications is March 16, 2015. Application forms are now available at the Fallon County Clerk and Recorder’s office at the courthouse in Baker, or the Guidance Counselors at the Baker and Plevna High Schools. Application forms must be received by the Clerk and Recorder, no later than March 16, 2015 and will be judged on the basis of need, scholar, and school and civic involvement. The winner and alternate will be notified after May 1, 2015 and the scholarship will be given directly to the school of the student’s choice after the student has been accepted by the school. With questions feel free to contact Brenda J. Wood by mail at PO Box 846Baker, MT 59313; the office at 10 West Fallon Avenue-Baker, MT 59313 or phone 778-8182.
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Education reform bills punctuate larger debate over choice, control
Digging for dinosaur bones By Chase Drange January 30, the Plevna K-12 were treated to learning about dinosaurs. Bob Curry is a professional paleontologist who has been working at finding dinosaur bones for years now. He taught the students about the many different kinds of dinosaurs. They were introduced to different bones of various dinosaurs. Mr. Curry had amazing stories about how his bone fossils were created through fossilization, the process of making a bone into
Bob Curry shows students some of the fossils he has found. stone with sediments and soil. take home a little piece of the At the end, he let every student past.
National Honor Society Service January 29, the three members of Plevna’s National Honor Society Chapter volunteered at the St. Vincent de Paul thrift store in Miles City. Mr. Mangold arranged for them to help out the store for the day. Nicole Allerdings, Jessica Stockett, and Dylan Sander gave their time by removing items from shelves, cleaning the shelves, and then placing the items back on the shelves. They also swept, mopped and vacuumed the entire store. After a break for lunch, they returned to the store to finish cleaning and then made the
Picture, l-r: Nicole, Dylan and Jessica spiffing up the store. trip home. It was a successful store owners greatly appreciday of volunteering and the ated their service.
It is exciting to have a pep band this year! Thanks to Mrs. Bruha, music students, and community volunteers for providing energy at the basketball games.
Rural mail will suffer with more mail plant closures By John Edgecombe Jr. Publisher, The Nebraska Signal, Geneva, NE And President, National Newspaper Association A friend of mine from South Dakota noted that the U.S. Postal Service delivered a lump of coal to many small towns last Christmas when it proceeded to eliminate overnight mail in most of the nation in 2015. That was a good description. USPS will slow delivery officially by one day for First-Class and Periodicals mail. Many members of Congress have asked it to hold off. But USPS is plowing ahead. It is time for lawmakers to consider how rural and small town mail is suffering. The USPS plans to close more than 80 mail processing plants in 2015. Smaller plants will be consolidated into urban plants. It has already closed nearly 150 plants in the past three years and says service was not affected. That is hard to believe, at least in small towns. Longer road trips for most mail, traffic delays in urban areas to get sorted mail back to the local post offices, post office closings and shorter business hours have made claims of good service hard to trust. There is also the upheaval while workers lose their jobs or have to be retrained. Now, according to the nation’s mail agency, cost-cutting means admitting service will be even slower, even in urban areas, by at least a day. What the public announcements do not say is that when America’s mail sneezes, rural mail gets pneumonia. Cutting a service day is a big sneeze even in the metro areas. But rural and small town mail had
already contracted the illness. Many subscribers who receive newspapers by mail have been disappointed by late deliveries. The scattered reports we may hear of delayed credit card payments and business invoices would be much louder if consumers felt there was any point in complaining. Unfortunately for many— seniors without Internet capabilities, lower income residents, rural folks without good Internet service and people who just don’t trust the Internet—the mail is a necessity. The USPS inspector general last October chastised the agency for not fully analyzing the impact from its proposed plant closings and the Postal Service said it would do so—but only after its slower service standards go into effect. In other words, it will consider whether it can
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reach its goals after it has lowered them. Even before the change, it has been hard to find out how well rural mail is delivered. The Postal Service provides a public report to its regulator, the Postal Regulatory Commission, on how well it performs against its service standards. See Periodic Reports at www.prc.gov. USPS gathers information on speed of delivery from several sources, including its own digital scanning. The greatest volume of mail is in urban areas, so national statistics may look ok. But the law doesn’t require USPS to report on how the rural mail is doing. That is something Congress should consider. For a list of cities where changes in mail processing are scheduled in 2015 go to https://ribbs.usps.gov/index.c fm. Then open “2015 Network Consolidations.”
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By Michael Wright Community News Service UM School of Journalism Sen. Scott Sales, R-Bozeman, sat in his office recently and talked about why he supports school choice, a nationwide movement to increase access to charter and private schools. “I’m of the belief that the child’s education isn’t the responsibility of the state,” he said. “It’s the parent.” Sales’ belief underscores most education debates – who’s in control, who’s responsible. Montana Republican legislators have bills both introduced and still being drafted aimed at giving parents more options and eliminating the national Common Core standards, which have been adopted by most states in the country. These debates percolate each legislative session – to no surprise. “There are certain topics that never go away up here,” said Sen. Llew Jones, R-Conrad. The debate over choice State funded school choice started gaining traction across the country in the 90s, championed by the likes of 2016 presidential hopeful Jeb Bush. In Montana, the Montana Family Foundation leads the push. Bowen Greenwood, the communications director for Montana Family Foundation, said the goal isn’t to eliminate public schools, but to give parents more options. “Montana public schools do very well for many students,” Greenwood said, but “there are kids who don’t thrive. There are kids who drop out. Sometimes what a student needs is a different environment.” Opponents say it’s not the state’s responsibility to help parents pay for private schools, and that it would hurt the budgets of public school districts around the state. On that side stands Eric Feaver, the president of MEA-MFT, the teachers’ union. He remembers the first school choice bill he lobbied against—a 1993 bill offering a tax credit to parents sending their children to private schools. “It didn’t attract big crowds of people,” Feaver said. Things have changed since then. Other states have implemented some form of expanded school choice, with either charter schools or tax breaks for families sending kids to private schools. And now, people in Montana are interested. In the House Education Committee before a recent hearing on a school choice bill, chair Rep. Sarah Laszloffy, R-Billings, asked the people who’d filled the room to raise their hands if they supported of the bill. More than a dozen hands shot up. She then asked opponents to raise their hands. Eric Feaver and four others, secluded in the front corner of the audience, raised their hands. The bill in that hearing was House Bill 322, sponsored by Rep. Don Jones, R-Billings. The bill would create a state special needs education savings account, funded with money directly from the budgets of local school districts. Students with disabilities between the ages of 5 and 19 could use the money to go to private schools or other institutions that
would meet their needs. The bill would also allow their siblings to use the money. The bill was only the first of its kind to be introduced. Sales has an unintroduced bill that would give a $1,000 tax break to parents who send their kids to private schools. Sales himself, like many on his side of the school choice debate, is the product of public schools. However, he sent his kids to private schools, and knows it’s expensive. He said the bill is aimed at parents who want to send their kids to private schools but can’t afford it, like some people Father Leo McDowell has met in Livingston. McDowell is the administrator at St. Mary Catholic School in Livingston, where tuition costs more than $4,100 a year. Around 45 students are enrolled at the K8 school. The school is growing, McDowell said, but their enrollment is well below the school’s capacity. “We could probably support 120,” McDowell said. He said the price tag keeps some parents from sending their kids there. A tax break might alleviate the sticker shock, he said. “Those who, in their mind, would think it would be impossible might actually think about it,” McDowell said. Feaver, however, said that tax credit bills have come and gone over the years. In the past, most school choice bills have split the parties a little - a few Democrats voted in favor of them, and moderate Republicans opposed them -- and what has reached the Bullock's desk has been vetoed. The debate over control Another target in the education debate are the Common Core standards Montana adopted in 2011. Common Core standards have been adopted by most states in the nation, and each has amended the standards to be unique to their state. For example, Montana’s standards include Indian Education for All, which ensures students in every Montana school learns about Native American history and contemporary issues. Rep. Debra Lamm, R-Livingston, has an unintroduced bill aimed at getting rid of Common Core. The debate over the Common Core centers on who controls the standards. Lamm, who got involved in education policy by working on school choice issue, thinks Common Core is flawed and props up large corporations that profit from education. She said that with Common Core Standards, federal authorities dictate how states educate their students. “It’s really disingenuous to say that we still control it,” Lamm said.
Her proposal would void any standards or assessments related to Common Core and create an accreditation review council to develop education standards for the state. State education officials, however, praise the standards as a major jump forward. “It would be a huge mistake to go backwards,” said Denise Juneau, Superintendent of Public Instruction. Juneau said the standards line out what students should learn at each grade level, but teachers decide how to get students to meet them. Some teachers also support the standards. Sharon Carroll, a high school math teacher in Ekalaka and member of the Board of Public Education, likes Common Core. She said it allows her students to explore some concepts deeper, and encourages them to be more interactive in their education. “Kids remember better when they engage better,” Carroll said. Carroll also said Montana’s standards are unique, and that teachers and local school districts were in full control of how they meet the standards. Feaver said that fight might be coming too late since the standards have been used for the last four years. But the state funded school choice debate is on in full force. In the hearing on HB 322, Rep. Don Jones began his opening speech with the crux of the argument for school choice. “It should be the parent’s choice,” Jones said in his opening speech on the bill. Proponent after proponent spoke – including Jeff Laszloffy, former legislator and the president of the Montana Family Foundation, who promised more school choice bills would come before the committee. A teacher from Belgrade and a few parents who said their kids would have benefitted from more options also backed the bill. In opposition, Jim Molloy, representing Gov. Bullock, criticized HB 322 it as bad policy, and said he’d likely be speaking against all of the other school choice bills as they came up. Time had run out for all of the opponents before Eric Feaver got up to speak. The chair of the committee, as is customary for hearings that run too long, asked speakers to briefly state their name, organization and opinion. Feaver gave his name, organization and then stated his position. “We rise in firm opposition as we have for more than 20 years to this bill and all its kindred spirits,” he said. Michael Wright is a reporter for the Community News Service at the University of Montana School of Journalism. He can be reached at michael.wright@umontana.edu. Follow him on Twitter @mj_wright1.
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Extension Winter Ag Series Submitted by Elin Westover, Fallon/Carter County Extension Agent The Extension Winter Ag Series program was a cooperative effort between the region’s county Extension offices. Each year a series of lectures are presented in each of the southeast Montana counties providing timely information of interest to our rural population. This year we developed a diverse program bringing MSU Extension’s new beef and forage specialists and Fort Keogh’s range ecologist. Dr. Lance Vermeire, Fort Keogh Range Ecologist, opened the program with information on stocking rates and discussed how to determine them. He also talked about how the season you
plan to graze affects the stocking rate you use. Dr. Emily Glunk, MSU Extension Forage Specialist, gave a great energetic presentation on the management of alfalfa. She focused on Integrated Pest Management strategies to minimize the loss of production to Alfalfa Weevil and other insect pests. Dr. Glunk is very knowledgeable and passionate about her job and we are excited to have her a part of Extension. She will be a great resource. Dr. Megan Van Emon, MSU Extension Beef Specialist, finished the program discussing winter supplementation and how it pertains to forage quality. Participants brought many questions for Dr. Van Emon. She is no stranger to our area after she spent a few years working at
the Hettinger Research Center and this fall she was in Baker and gave an inspirational presentation to our 4-H youth about her 4-H experience and about her job as a beef specialist. The Winter Ag Series was held in Ekalaka Jan. 13 and in Baker Jan. 14. The presentations from the program can be found on your Fallon/Carter County website: http://www.msuextension.org /falloncarter/Ag.html. The program was well attended and was co-hosted with Carter County Extension and Carter County Conservation District and the Bank of Baker. If you are interested in more information on the program or have follow-up questions for any of the speakers, please call your Fallon/Carter County Extension office.
HRH to host childbirth class Miles City - Holy Rosary Healthcare (HRH) is pleased to offer a free childbirth education class Saturday, Feb. 14, 2015. The session will begin promptly at 8:45 a.m. in the HRH conference rooms. Interested persons may report to the main lobby. Designed for expectant mothers, the class will include topics such as: breastfeeding, stages of
labor, breathing and postpartum care. Concerns regarding epidurals and pain relief will be addressed by certified HRH practitioners. The session will feature a tour of the birthing center as well as prizes. Participants are encouraged to pose any questions or concerns. Lunch and snacks will be served. Expectant mothers are
Photo by Lori Kesinger
Recent warm temperatures may have caused ice weakness on areas of Baker Lake. Outdoor enthusiasts should take precautions before venturing out on the ice.
Area lake ice could be unsafe By Lori Kesinger Due to recent sporadic temperatures, ice on Fallon County’s popular winter lakes could be uneven and in some cases dangerous. Anglers, snowmobilers and others who find fun in the cold should know ice levels are unpredictable and they need to check for thickness wherever and whenever they head out. With a warm-up/refreeze cycle, the ice weakens. Winds can also push surface ice around, and a lack of sun-reflecting snow cover can make predicting the ice tricky.
Ice seldom freezes uniformly. It may be a foot thick in one location and only an inch or two just a few feet away. New ice is usually stronger than old ice. Four inches of clear, newly-formed ice may support one person on foot, while a foot or more of old, partially thawed ice may not. Ice near shore can also be weaker than ice that is farther out. Lake water levels may also increase or decrease during the winter season. Subtle changes in water depth can cause some sections of ice to collapse and cause
long cracks in the ice. An entire ice plate can shift position relative to the shore, or shift position relative to other sections of ice. Either of these situations can cause the ice to crack. These cracks then provide places where water can flow to the surface and become areas of ice weakness. Ice conditions will remain unstable as forecasted temperatures rise above normal the next ten days. An ice warning is just good advice when venturing out on the ice. At any time, ice isn’t going to be 100 percent safe.
advised to wear comfortable clothing and bring a partner for support. To register, please contact Chantel Brooks, RN or Maternal/Newborn at 406-233-2783. For additional information on childbirth education classes offered in 2015, visit www.holyrosaryhealthcare.org or www.facebook.com/holyrosaryhealthcare.
We hold a regular weekly cattle and feeder cattle sale every Wednesday. We buy sheep and weigh-up horses every Thursday. Special Sales as advertised. Give us a call to visit about your marketing plans.
C & D Yards • Baker, Montana Open between 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday. Your cattle will be delivered to Lemmon Livestock on Tuesday evening and will be sold on Wednesday. Cattle will be on feed & water and there will be a brand inspector on site. Wed., Feb. 11: Regular Sale w/ All Breeds Calf Sale Wed., Feb. 18: Regular Sale w/ All Breeds Calf Sale Wed., Feb. 25: Regular Sale w/ Feeder Calf Sale & Cedarflo Angus Bull Sale Wed., Mar. 4: Regular Sale w/ Feeder Calf & Gaaskjolen Angus & Hybrid Bull Sale
Wed., Mar. 11: Regular Sale w/ Feeder Calf & Blaine & Cassie Mollman Bull Sale Wed., Mar. 18: Regular Sale w/ Feeder Calf Thurs., Mar. 19: Evenson Angus Bull Sale Wed., Mar. 25: Regular Sale
You can now reach us on the Internet at www.lemmonlivestock.com If you have livestock to consign or would like us to stop at your ranch, please call Lemmon Livestock at
605-374-3877 or 800-822-8853
Paul Huffman C & D Yards Clint Ehret
Owner/Manager Baker, Montana Baker Field Rep.
605-374-5675 or cell 605-645-2493 406-778-3282 406-772-5522
EQUITY CO-OP ASSOCIATION Baker, MT (406) 778-2226 equityassn@midrivers.com At Equity Co-Op, we are commited to serve our community and local economy. We would like to thank everyone for your dedicated support of your local Co-Op.
Please come talk to us about all your Farming/Ranching needs. Now accepting wheat and discussing forward contracts for peas. Great Deals on Salt, Tubs, Mineral, Bulk and Bag Feeds! We also have lots of Wheat Screenings available!
Twine and Net Wrap Pre-Order Promotion! Our twine and net wrap pre-order promotion is going now until March 1st, 2015. Don’t Miss It! Come by and talk with our manager.
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10 - FALLON COUNTY TIMES Commissioners proceedings Monday, August 18, 2014 9:00 AM CONVENE PRESENT Deb Ranum, Chairperson; William L. Randash and Steve Baldwin, members; and Brenda Wood, Clerk and Recorder County Auction-The Commission will contact JK Kinsey to discuss how he could accommodate a County Auction. 9:30 AM Chuck Lee, DES/911 Coordinator; Matt Jones, BNSF-Public Affairs Regional Director for MT/WYO; and Randy Hoenke-Baker Fire Chief Railroad Crossings - The group met to discuss the issue of the train blocking the railroad for long periods of time. The issues are both health and safety related. Matt would like to talk to his operations division about this problem. Chuck explained there have been several discussions relating to possible solutions to the problem. Chuck stated in his mind if trains could be kept west of the 4th Street West siding would be the best solution. Matt would like to meet with the Commissioners in September regarding this matter. EMPG GRANT-Commissioner Ranum signed the EMPG Grant in the amount of $25,000 to assist in payment of half of the DES salary (FY14-15). 10:00 AM Bobby Wiedmer, Road Foreman, and Alba Higgins, Shop Foreman Pinnow Pit-All material has been hauled from the Pinnow Pit. Roads-The crew is blading roads due to the moisture; (school bus routes first). Need more gravel on Cabin Creek road; discussed material for road to Arlene Heim’s. Dust control by Tunby’s did not happen, it was left up to Wyrick Construction to take care of. Wang Pit-One week to strip it, Bobby stated they feel the pit has approximately 70,000 cubic yards of gravel available. Beach Pit-Material is too soft for Anticline Road but will work on the roads in the southern portion of the County. Budgets Backhoe - The backhoe should be here in about two weeks. Patrols-Decide how to bid the blades; split purchase of blades up or purchase all blades at one time. Alba stated the shop blade should be rotated first as it is used most and has the most hours; then rotate the blades used by the senior blade operators from each district. The Commission will discuss how they will rotate the blades. Alba explained the way the blades are rotated out will make a difference on what they will do with the snow equipment as well. Trucks-Discussed trading two MACK trucks (1 truck187,000 miles and 1 truck at 201,000 miles), keep the best one and trade one, or, auction one or both, whatever the Commission decides. Discussed the Freightliners are giving them the least amount of electronic problems. 10:45 AM Jim Neary joined. Tool Carrier-Discussed purchasing a new tool carrier (Loader) Crusher-Discussed whether the County would continue to crush gravel or quit and go out to a contractor. This would alleviate purchasing equipment and using County man hours to crush; the County’s crusher now needs a new engine. The Commission made the decision to purchase crushed materials from local contractors and sell the County crusher at auction. Commissioner Baldwin would agree to budget to purchase one blade and two or three trucks in the new fiscal year. 11:00 AM Jim Neary-Public Member joined Mowing-Jim asked why the County mowed the pavement
on Cemetery Road but did not mow Ferrel’s road. Bobby stated they were not finished mowing yet; mowed the paved portions first for maintenance reasons but will come back and mow the rest of the County roads as they are ready. Rodeos-Jim stated he felt the speakers were bad on Saturday. The Commission stated they are working on those issues. Rides for elderly-Some people wondered if they could get rides from parking lot to grandstands for the senior citizens. The Commission checked on this already, due to liability issues it would create, they were unable to do this. Also there is not enough man power to staff this position. Ticket Discounts-Discussed giving senior citizen discounts on tickets for the rodeo, etc. Jim left the meeting. 11:10 AM Back to Alba Roof on Shop-The Commission stated they need to get the insurance adjuster down to review the buildings again. The insurance company has suggested the use of uniflex for the buildings with damaged roofs; the Commission would rather not repair the roofs that way. Trucks-Send 161 to County Auction and keep 196. Equipment budget-The Commission made the decision to budget for three trucks, one blade and a loader Impalas-Alba feels both Impalas should go to the County Auction. Feels the Health Nurse needs something besides a car to drive when driving County roads, etc. Signs and posts-Bobby stated they have to replace school bus signs with symbols rather than words. Grandstand extra suppliesDiscussed various items left over from the grandstand project. The Commission stated there may be some items that should be reviewed again and may need to be kept in case they have items that are damaged. The Commission will ask the Fair Board to store those items at the Fairgrounds; unwanted items can go to the auction. Lincoln welder on trailerPermission to send to the County Auction. 11:30 AM Joe Janz South Sandstone Project-Joe stated everything for the South Sandstone project is a go. Fish, Wildlife and Parks will send everything to their legal and on to us to send to the County Attorney. New Employee-Discussed placing a new employee under Joe’s supervision. Discussed this as a 30 hour per week position, permanent part-time (year round) to assist with outside maintenance and at the Fairgrounds. Joe felt the Fair Board could possibly remove the $15.00 part-time person that works during the Fair if this were to happen. Other Maintenance-Joe discussed assisting if there are mechanical issues, such as an air conditioner going down. Joe stated he could do some checking to see if a fuse needs to be changed, etc. Joe felt he would be knowledgeable enough to take care of that issue so wondered about purchasing a fuse tester/puller. The Commission felt possibly a licensed electrician may need to do this so stated they would research the answer and get back to Joe. AUGUST MID-MONTH CLAIMS REVIEWS The Commission completed reviewing and approved the August Mid-Month Claims in the amount of $1,039,560.13 and they are filed in the Clerk and Recorder’s office. RECESS Commissioner Randash made the motion to recess. Commissioner Baldwin seconded the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. Noon recess 1:15 PM RECONVENE PRESENT Deb Ranum, Chairperson; William L. Randash and Steve Baldwin,
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2015 members; and Brenda Wood, Clerk and Recorder 1:15 PM PUBLIC COMMENT-Larry Dahl Dust Control-Larry wanted to voice his concern regarding the speed people are traveling and the amount of dust by Norita Fried’s property. Commissioner Baldwin stated he contacted Glen Frost with HiLand Crude about this matter and is in hopes that will resolve the issues. 1:25 PM Rich Batterman, County Attorney Road Haul Agreement-Rich discussed the lack of a Road Haul Agreement with Hiland. 1:55 PM-Kyle Berg, Century Construction, and Jasen Wyrick, Wyrick Construction joined. 2:00 PM BID OPENINGGRAVEL CRUSHING BID Commissioner Ranum read the following bids aloud to crush gravel at the Wang PitSection 5-Township 9 NRange 61E. The pit is estimated to have approximately 75,000 yards Wyrick Construction-Bid received at 11:20 AM 8/18/2014 - $3.10 per yard Century Construction-Bid received at 12:30 PM 8/18/2014 - $4.30 per yard plus $50,000 for mobilization Hufford Construction-Bid received at 1:20 PM 8/15/2014 - $3.00 per yard Commissioner Randash made the motion to accept the bid from Hufford Construction in the amount of $3.00 per yard to crush 75,000 +/- yards of gravel at the Wang Pit. Commissioner Baldwin seconds the motion. 3 Ayes.O Nays. Motion carried unanimously. 2:30 PM-Repealing TIFID Zoning Commissioner Ranum brought the meeting to order at 2:30 PM. It was noted there were no further written or public comments made for or against the repeal of the TIFID Light Industrial Zoning, after the Public Hearing held on August 6, 2014. Commissioner Randash made the motion to sign Resolution 8-18-2014 Repealing the TIFID zoning in Fallon County. Commissioner Baldwin seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. Resolution 814-2014 is filed in the Clerk and Recorder’s office. 3:00 PM Flood Plain Regulation Adoption and LOMR (MAP) Adoption Jon Brosz, Brosz Engineering; Mary Grube, Planner Secretary; Lance Wedemeyer, Public Works Director-City of Baker; and Clayton Hornung, Mayor-City of Baker Jon’s questions were answered prior to this meeting and further stated if the Flood Plain Regulations are not adopted it will affect the lagoon project. Clayton wondered if it would be best to adopt just the statutory laws to the existing regulations. The County Attorney informed the Commission it would be fine to adopt the regulations, without the higher recommended standards. Commissioner Baldwin made the motion to repeal Resolution 6-17-1991 and replace by adopting the 2014 Flood Plain Hazard Management Regulations, without the higher recommended standards, so as to comply with Montana Code Annotated and to keep Fallon County in compliance with current Floodplain Regulations. Commissioner Randash seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. The Flood Plain Regulations will be on the Fallon County web page; a copy filed in the Clerk and Recorder’s office and the Fallon County Planner’s office. 3:15 PM LOMR –Letter of Map Revision (MAP) Adoption Commissioner Baldwin made the motion to approve the LOMR COMMUNITY PANEL 300149 0262 A for the area by the city lagoons
(northwest of Baker). Commissioner Randash seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. 3:30 PM Floodplain Permit Fees Commissioner Baldwin made the motion to approve the Flood Plain Fees as submitted. Commissioner Randash seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. The Commission adopted Resolution 8-18-2014(1) Repealing Resolution 6-17-1991 and Replace by Adopting Revised Fallon County Floodplain Regulations/LOMR and Flood Plain Fees. Resolution 8-18-2014(1) is filed in the Clerk and Recorder’s office. The Regulations will also be reviewed by the DNRC as a guidance for all final pertinent critiquing. 3:45 PM Public Comment No one appeared for Public Comment. 4:00 PM Jodie and Randy Hoenke joined. Back to remainder of meeting Retaining Wall-Lance and Brosz Engineering are working on the retaining wall behind the west side of Lake City Shopping Center and the also the creek channel. Everyone left the meeting except the Hoenkes. 4:10 PM Sidewalk Project Jodie and Randy expressed their opposition to proposed placement of the sidewalk coming across the back side of the lake by Shepherds and then near their property. The Hoenkes were never informed or asked anything about the sidewalk being placed where it is now proposed to go. Randy feels their privacy in their backyard will be intruded upon. Discussed possible placement of a fence; Randy and Jodie are not in favor of that. Jodie was concerned for the safety of her grandchildren and for people walking around the lake (lack of lighting, etc). Randy would recommend placement of the sidewalk in front of Ron Shepherd’s, and along Fallon Avenue. Randy further stated law enforcement would not be able to patrol the sidewalk so is definitely concerned about that. Randy mentioned the drainage overflows behind Shepherds also. The Commission will see what they can do and will look at other possible options. Hoenkes also discussed they would not like street lights shining in their bedrooms at night. Other Business: Hail Damage-Randy stated they did receive some damage at the Fire Department building. Cold Storage Building Randy stated they will not start on the new building for the Fire Department until a decision is made on the size. 4:30 PM Planner’s Job Description Discussion on job descriptions for the Planning Department and how to proceed. Commissioner Ranum stated she would only agree to have a Certified Planner, whether that be by employee or contractor. Stahley Engineering is sending a representative to Baker on Wednesday to meet with Mary to discuss what their firm offers. Planner Technician-Mary wondered what the Commission’s thoughts were on retitling the Planner as the Planner Technician; have an administrative assistant and a clerk to assist the Planner and the Administrative Assistant. Commissioner Ranum stated she was not in favor. Flood Plain - Mary asked who would take care of the Flood Plain items; should the secretary do this. Commissioner Ranum feels this is all premature until they visit with a certified planner. Sanitarian - Commissioner Baldwin discussed hiring a sanitarian and how this may affect the Planning Department. Mary feels the plats, etc. will all go to DEQ for review. This will add 90 days to
the review process plus the fees will be more costly for the customers. Discussed having Molly from Stahley Engineering conference call the Commission next Monday. 4:50 PM CLOSED-PERSONNEL FILED FOLDER REVIEWS The Commissioner reviewed and/or approved the following folder items for this week: MISCELLANEOUS BLM Right of Way Amendments-The Commission received an amended ROW easement from the BLM for the Webster Road in Section 12-2-61 to place and maintain a culvert structure over Coal Bank Creek and also for the Fletcher Creek Road in Section 2-3-59 to place and maintain a culvert structure on Little Beaver Creek. Invitation-The Commission received an invitation to the Annual Chamber Calcutta – October 4, 2014. Contract - Commissioner Ranum signed as Chairman of the Board of Fallon County Commission the Contract for Legal Services between Fallon County and Darcy L. Pankratz for the purpose of providing legal services, as prescribed in the Comprehensive Older American Act Amendments of 1987, to persons sixty (60-) years of age or older who reside within the boundaries of Fallon County. Compaction Tests-The Commission was given compaction information from Scott Rabbitt, Park Supervisor. The test results were for the Skate Park and were performed by Stahley Engineering; results were-each compaction test of the subgrade achieved the minimum of 95% density (which was required to pass). Runway Markings - The Commission was notified, Roger Meggers, Airport Manager, supplied the FAA with pictures noting the runway threshold markings were painted in the correct location. ENCROACHMENT PERMIT Commissioner Baldwin signed Encroachment Permit #602 for Mid-Rivers Telephone Co-op to bore under Green Acres Road for the purpose of installing a communication line in Sections 11/12-7-58. $150.00 fee was received from Mid-Rivers. JOURNALS The Commission reviewed and approved the following Journal entries: BUDGET JOURNAL #9Budget Journal 6-30-2014 did not include a budget entry for the Weed budget transferring from one line item to another. JOURNAL #655-Booking manual entries into the Ambulance Fund JOURNAL #656-Adjust Ambulance Accounts Receivable JOURNAL #657-Plevna Fire Warrant written for incorrect amount. Warrant was voidedaccounting was entered manually. REPORTS/MINUTES/FLYERS Field Report 32 - This progress report was submitted by Stevenson Design for the Sheriff Addition to keep all parties informed. Filed in the Clerk and Recorder’s office. Change Requests-Change information requests were submitted for review for the Sheriff’s Addition for electrical and general construction to Dick Anderson Construction by Stevenson Design. Filed in the Clerk and Recorder’s office. Plevna Rural Fire DistrictAugust 14, 2014 minutes; warrants were paid in the amount of $21,827.83. Plevna Project Update-Week of August 11, 2014-Completed-Temporary water in the west alley is on line; forming and rebar installation on tank complete; installation of east alley temporary water began; Property access forms being completed. Planned Work-Finish west alley; begin water main installation near school to avoid school schedule conflicts; begin installation in the east alley; finalize temporary
water on east alley on complete testing to comply with DEQ requirements; pour concrete for storage tank floor. ADJOURN Commissioner Baldwin made the motion to adjourn at 5:30 PM. Commissioner Randash seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. RECESS. Friday, August 22, 2014 Date: August 22, 2014 Location: Fallon County Library meeting room Attendants: Fallon County Commissioners Deb Ranum, William Randash and Steve Baldwin; Lynn Brackel, Bowman County Commissioner Rodney Schaaf, ND Airport Board; Roger Meggers, KBHK Airport Manager; Dale F. Hinton, member of Airport Commission; Bill Lane, Fallon County landownerrancher; David Turch of David Turch and Associates, lobbyist; Vera M. Abrams, contract secretary of the Airport Commission. (1) Lynn Brackel presented a copy of a letter written by North Dakota Senator John Hoven to Michael P. Huerta, FAA Administrator. (2) David Turch’s update: · Probably going to be some form of PRTC expansion · Strategy up to now – put up any impediments in order to buy time · Have not been successful in finding an inside friend in the FAA or DOD to gather data of what will happen before the agency does it. · North Dakota Senator John Hoven and Heidi Heitkamp, along with the Mayor Dennis Johnson of Dickinson, have been helpful. · Montana Representative Steve Daines and Montana Senator John Tester have contributed also; Senator Walsh is a lame duck. · Possible appropriation committee help. · Next: put together a political roundtable of senators, representatives, DOD, no public. A session to determine what each side really needs and why they need it. Difficulty with that: getting a time when both legislative branches are available. Election years make it difficult to get all the players together at the same time in the same place. Time frame now: branches sit for 12 days then break for election and reconvene after elections to adjourn for the year on 12/12/14. · No percentage in attempting to tell the USAF what they should do. They need to communicate their own needs; we need to respond to that. · Bill Lane communicated that, according to a speaker from a 2010 meeting, the best alliance may be with the Tribes. · Turch stated that he has had no contact with Tribes as yet, maybe someone in his office has. Turch has no valuable contact with the Sioux but a couple of good contacts with the Crow. · Question from Roger Meggers: any feel for when the USAF will issue its decision? Turch feels it is not likely that the MOA will be killed. A possibility exists for rescinding funding via Senator Tester and the appropriations committee. · Valuable contacts: Vic Tambone and Frank Campbell, men with military backgrounds. · Possible ally: Linda Sanchez · Summary: Turch has made progress. Game far from finished. Will confer with Tribes. Firm has a good plan in place but staying flexible. Action will depend on the Record of Decision handed down from FAA. ADJOURN s/Deb Ranum, Chairperson
ATTEST: s/Brenda J. Wood, Clerk and Recorder SEE COMMISSION, PAGE 11
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Commission CONTINUED FROM PAGE 10 Tuesday, January 20, 2015 9:00 AM CONVENE PRESENT William L. Randash, Chairman; Steve Baldwin, member; and Brenda Wood, Clerk and Recorder. Deb Ranum, member, will be few minutes late. 9:00 AM Julie Straub, Human Resource Manager /Safety Director Director of Library ServicesJulie asked the Commission to sign the New Hire Form for Stacey Moore, New Director of Library Services. Stacey is ¾ way through her certification process so Stacey would be considered an employee in training. Safety Program-On December 10th Julie wrote the Commission a letter and asked permission to make some changes to the safety program. Julie would like the Safety Team to consist of those that want to be on it and feels five (5) people is plenty. The Commission feels that is a great idea and hopes she gets some volunteers; permission was granted to proceed in that manner. New Person-Brenda Wood, Clerk and Recorder would like permission to hire another person in her office. Discussed restructuring her office to bring the annual report back to her office and move Lani DeBuhr, Clerk, in the Commissioners’ office to take the minutes and other duties for the Commission. Brenda is hoping this will get the minutes back on track. Lani will also be the backup payroll person for Debbie Wyrick, Deputy Clerk and Recorder. The next phase is to bring Debbie into the financial side of the Clerk and Recorder’s office. Debbie and Brenda would complete the Budget and the Annual Financial Report along with the rest of their duties. The new hire would be a Clerk that would take over the Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets/Inventory and assist with Election input. 9:10 AM Deb Ranum, member, joined. Brenda explained her proposal to Commissioner Ranum. Commissioner Ranum explained the Commission is in charge of the minutes, budgets, insurance, wages and emails and has budgeted for someone for a few years now but realizes the other Commissioners are not in support of this. When asked what Commissioner Ranum was talking about she responded, she would like to hire an Administrative Assistant. That person would be dedicated to fulfilling those duties in the Commissioners’ office. Julie feels if a person from the Clerk and Recorder’s office was performing those duties they could work in both offices. Also wondered if a person hired to strictly work in the Commissioners’ office could possibly be short lived as other Commissioners coming on board may not feel the same needs. Commissioner Randash stated it was tried several years ago and it did not work. Commissioner Randash and Baldwin would like to try the proposal made by Brenda first. Motion-Commissioner Baldwin made the motion to start recruitment for the Clerk and Recorder’s office. There being no second to the motion, Commissioner Randash stepped down from the Chair to second the motion. 2 Ayes (Commissioners Baldwin and Randash) 1 Nay (Commissioner Ranum). Motion carried. Road Crew Safety-Julie stated she will attend the safety meeting at the Road Department at 7:00 AM tomorrow morning. The topic will be tire cage safety, it will be held at the County Shop. 9:45 AM DuWayne Bohle, Special Project Technician, and Debbie Wyrick, Deputy
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2015 Clerk and Recorder/Insurance. DuWayne reviewed the hail insurance items per the request of the Commission. The Commission made the determination, of the buildings/property reviewed, what would be repaired and what would not be repaired based on DuWayne’s findings. 10:05 AM Bobby Wiedmer, Road Foreman; Alba Higgins, Shop Foreman; presented the Road/Bridge/Shop Report County Shop Roof-Alba spoke to Richard Griffith, Griffith Steel, they will need to pull the old tin and insulation; spray it and tin over it. Alba will also get the lights ordered for the shop. Landfill pickup-Replaced a pinon seal; everyone agrees it is not worth it to make major repairs to this vehicle. The Landfill is using the old Sheriff pickup which is running well for them. Blades-All of the blades are up and running. Snow plows-Snow plows are running except the new one, still needs more work. Malibu and Acadia-Recalls were completed on both vehicles. Senior Bus-The Senior Bus also has a recall but it is a judgment call whether you get it done because the recall has made it worse (safety-wise) for those that have had it completed. Sprinter-Mercedes has finished the Sprinter; the Road Department will try to bring it back as soon as able. Training-Bobby would like permission to take the entire crew to the 811 meeting January 26th at Thee Garage. Permission granted. Bobby stated Julie Straub, Safety Director, stated this could be used as a Safety Training. 10:15 AM Jon Brosz, Brosz Engineering joined Side by Side-Alba explained the Road Department would like the side by side the Weed Department plans to replace with a new one. The Road Department would take their golf cart to the Fairground, they could sell the Jacobsen the Fairgrounds is currently using at the County Auction. The proceeds would then go to the Weed Department. Commissioner Baldwin felt they were going to donate the Jacobsen to the Beautification Committee so they could water plants/flowers, etc. Alba stated that was not a problem, it was a Commissioner decision. Lift-Commissioner Ranum asked if the Road Department had a use for the lift. Alba stated they can use it to change some light bulbs……. Blue Ford-They will get it in to the shop to change out the frost plug. 10:20 AM Alba left Jon and Bobby discussed bridge work. Bobby stated the bridge sufficiency ratings are starting to look good. Kramlick and Sparks BridgesThese bridges are in the engineering stages; both bridges will be replaced with cement box culverts. Cemetery Bridge (Plevna) and bridge by John Tronstad’sThese will be replaced by the road crew and others (local contractors) using metal culverts. Cemetery Bridge (Baker)Bobby stated the rating for this bridge is quite good (70%). Commissioner Ranum is not concerned about the sufficiency rating but is concerned of the amount of water that backs up behind this bridge. Bobby would like to see what will happen with TransCanada first. Steffes Bridge-Group discussed County and State obligations for this bridge. Kramlick Bridge-Bobby questioned if Brosz had included a by-pass in the plans for this bridge. Jon did not but will review and if it is needed will include it. Discussion-The budget was reviewed; there is money in the budget so will proceed with bidding the bridges. Commissioner Randash asked if there was any merit to bid-
ding both bridges (Kramlick/ Sparks) together. It was decided this would be a cost savings. Discussed which bridges will need to be completed next if TransCanada is not allowed to go through. Bobby stated there would be two in southern Fallon County and the bridge by Cooper’s as well as the bridge north of the City ShopCemetery Road (Baker). Jon stated they will get some numbers put together. Commissioner Randash stated with the legislature meeting there are always concerns with funding levels, even though we currently have funding. John Pela, Diamond J-Jon has not talked to him yet, Mr. Pela was gone so Jon will talk to him hopefully this week about tardy completion of projects and penalties imposed. Upper/Lower Baker LakeWithin the next couple weeks the company will be here to replace the joint seals of the pipe between the Upper and Lower Baker Lake. Feel this will only take them a day to complete. Bonnievale Cemetery Drainage Project - Jon Stevenson wants a few items changed on the lot layouts. Still need to have the surveyor mark the pins and also need to complete the seeding. Feed Mill Road-Bobby stated the Feed Mill Road also needs to be marked. Commissioner Randash stated the road ends up being part of the parking lot for that property and feels those that park there will continue to tear up the road. Creek Channel-Jon feels they will have the creek channel plans at least 90% complete this week. Lance Wedemeyer, Public Works Director-City of Baker, and Jon want to meet in Miles City with the local jurisdictions to see what assistance they can give toward this project. Jon plans to ask for assistance from the spillway and the creek channel through Baker. Jon plans to meet with Mona Madler, SMART Executive Director, regarding this project as well. Golf Course water-Looking at treating the water for the Golf Course, at the lagoon. Discussed trying to purchase more land and building another cell for this purpose.
They would then try to use the creek bottom for mitigation. Creek Channel/Upper LakeCommissioner Ranum asked if Jon would take all the costs from all the projects such as the upper lake repairs (valve, etc.) to show what the County has done to try to comply by getting the projects completed correctly. Commissioner Randash discussed cleaning sediment on the upper lake channel. Jon stated they deem that area to be in the wetlands. Motion - Commissioner Ranum made the motion to move forward with Kramlick and Sparks box culverts. Commissioner Baldwin seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. 11:05 AM-Angie Rabbitt, Recreation Director Sponsorships - Angie reviewed her sponsorship thank you with the Commission. Commissioner Ranum asked how much funding sponsors give. Angie stated that depends on the amount of partic-
ipants. Programs-Movie Night-This program failed; they only had 15 participants at the last movie. Angie wants to try showing movies at the Amphitheatre this summer. Angie will have to get a license for each movie and will base the amount of money received from sponsors on how many movies she will show. Plans to show a few more movies after basketball concludes this spring. Angie tries to make each program self-sufficient. Assistant-Hired Alissa Miller as her assistant. Alissa is doing the monthly billing, paperwork and grocery shopping for the after school program. After School Program-Angie will also be hiring another person for the After School program. Skating-Has 22 participants involved in the skating program. Braylea Wyrick is the instructor for this program. Basketball-Basketball is in progress now and has very good participation for this pro-
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gram. Nicole Shuler and a few parents help with this program. City League -Three Baker teams and one from Ekalaka. Josh Stieg is refereeing; Courtney Dietz will also help. PUBLIC COMMENT 11:45 AM Bud Anderson notified the Commission he has a donation check to present to the Economic Development Director, Mona Madler (SMART). The funding is from TransCanada and slated for a community project. Thank you to TransCanada. RECESS Commissioner Baldwin made the motion to recess. Commissioner Ranum seconds the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried. Noon Recess 1:00 PM RECONVENE PRESENT William L. Randash, Chairman; Steve Baldwin and Deb Ranum, members. 1:15 PM BID OPENINGDIESEL POWERED, HIGH – LIFT ARTICULATED SEE COMMISSION , PAGE 12
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Commission CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 LIFT ARTICULATED WHEEL LOADER PRESENT Brenda Wood, Clerk and Recorder; Bobby Wiedmer, Road Foreman; Alba Higgins, Shop Foreman; Mark Feland, RDO Equipment; Kevin Sedgwick, Tractor and Equipment; and Tom Hunt, Tri-State Truck and Equipment Commissioner Randash read the following bids aloud Tri-State Truck and Equipment-Billings, MT-Letter submitted stating they had no loader that would meet bid specifications. Appreciates remaining on the bidders list for future bids. Tractor and EquipmentBillings, MT-$192,674-with trade allowance of $65,000 = total purchase price of $127,674 for a 930M CAT. This would be delivered June 30, 2015. RDO-Dickinson, ND $199,500-with trade allowance of $55,500 = total purchase price of $144,000 for 544K John Deere. This would be delivered March 31, 2015. Met separately Mark Feland, RDO-John Deere met first to explain bid/warranty and exceptions. Kevin Sedgwick-T & E- Met to explain bid/warranty and exceptions automatic reversing fan is not checked properly; they do not offer that. Tires-Commissioner Ranum asked about getting a spare set of tires at the time of ordering. Kevin will get a price. Did mention they are having a hard time getting the Michelin tires for blades so it is something to think about. The group will review the bids and notify them when a decision is made. 2:20 PM Kevin, T & E returned; apologized, they do have a reversing fan. Kevin left the meeting again. 2:25 PM Commissioner Ranum made a motion to purchase the CAT Loader; Commissioner Baldwin seconded the motion. 3 Ayes. 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. 2:30 PM Mary Grube, Planner Secretary Reports-Mary presented the Plat Status Report (15 Plats/COS’s in various stages of review). Mary feels there are a few of those listed that will not move forward. Mary also presented the weekly report. Planner-The last contact Mary had with Faron Henderson, Planner, was January 5th. Sewer issue - Traci Sears, State of MT Flood Plain Director, stated she would write
a letter stating the Fallon County Planning Department did nothing wrong in the sewer issue (west of Baker). Commissioner Baldwin stated Mary should be sure to get that letter. Man Camp-Discussed a man camp northeast of Baker; John How, KLJ, stated he would assist with this. 3:00 PM CTEP-RFP/SOQ PRESENT Mary Grube, Planner Secretary, and Mona Madler, SMART Executive Director RFP/SOQ’s received fromTerritorial Landworks-Missoula, MT; Stahley Engineering, Helena; Peaks to Plain, Billings, MT; and Great West, Billings, MT Mona was granted permission to take copies to her committee for review. Committee consists of Penny Benner, Steve and Karol Zachmann, Larry Dahl and herself. They will review all RFP-SOQ’s and bring a recommendation back to the Commission the first week in February. The chosen contractor will be told by the County what they will be paid to do the work. Creek Channel-Mona stated Jon Brosz met with her today regarding the creek channel. Mona is going to let Jon take over as he is the expert. Mona is going to ask TransCanada if the donation received from them can be used to landscape the creek channel; Mona will call Bud Anderson regarding this. Mona left the meeting. 3:25 PM Faron Henderson, Contract Planner Contact information -The Commission asked if Faron’s contact information was the same, as people are having problems getting hold of him. Faron’s computer was lost along with his luggage, phone, etc. upon returning from his vacation. Faron has since purchased a new phone. Commissioner Ranum asked if Faron was still interested in working for Fallon County. Faron stated, yes. Commissioner Ranum asked if Faron could make himself more available. Faron stated, yes. Arnold/Alberts Plat-Mary stated the Alberts are trying to get a variance on the road for their subdivision. Faron discussed clarifying the regulations regarding easements.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2015 Man camp-Mary was notified there is a man camp north of Baker. The landowner will be contacted to gather necessary information. Shirley Maier-Shirley could not get hold of Faron; Shirley thought they would be done by the end of January with their subdivision. Faron will submit it today; the earliest it would be ready for public hearing would be the end of February. Jockey Hollow-Neil with Territorial has been trying to get hold of Faron for the Jockey Hollow Subdivision. Traci Sears, State Flood Plain Director, changed her point of contact to Mary because she cannot get hold of Faron. Dam inspection-This will be done now that Faron is here. Flood Plain Coordinator has to do this; it is a visual. Brosz has been doing the five year inspection, Faron recommends Brosz continue to do this. Subdivision InformationMary asked if she could put subdivision information in the paper to educate the public. Commission asked Mary to find out what Darcy Wassmann, County Attorney, says and go from there. Faron feels it is a good idea. Commissioner Randash wants better communication with Faron. 3:45 PM CLAIMS APPROVALS The Commission reviewed and approved mid-month claims in the amount of $502,700.05 and they are as filed in the Clerk and Recorder’s office. 3:50 PM Dale Butori, Weed Supervisor Weed Pull-Dale would like to conduct a Weed Pull using 4H youth. The weeds he would like them to focus on would be Knapweed and Hounds Tongue. The Weed Department would then spray those areas. Dale stated other communities do this and they donate back to 4H. Dale will talk to the 4H Council and the Weed Board first and report back. Did not know if the County Weed Board could donate to the 4H. Clerk and Recorder could not see a reason why they could not. 3:55 PM Commissioner Ranum left for a meeting.
4:00 PM CLOSED-PERSONNEL 4:10 PM Scott Rabbitt, Park Supervisor Splash Park-Scott stated he visited with Darcy Wassmann, County Attorney, regarding splitting the bid for the water features from the balance of the park. Darcy will write a letter stating it is okay to split the bid up as you are not trying to evade the bid process as both the Park and features will have to be bid. The reason for this decision was because the features will take a very long time to build. Scout house –Asked if he had permission to proceed with repairing the remainder of the Scout house basement. This was included in the budget. Commission granted permission to proceed. 4:30 PM Rich Menger, Sanitarian Training-Serv Safe workshop was superbly done. Rich took a 90 question test and wants to become a Serv Safe trainer. Rich would like to go to Helena, February 20th for subdivision training. Permission granted. Sewer issue (West of Baker)Rich looked over all the information very carefully. Rich does not feel state agencies should be notified when it is something he can do himself and feels there is fault on both sides. Commissioner Baldwin asked if Rich felt the County should be responsible for partial payment. Rich stated he knows those issues would not have happened if a local sanitarian would have been here. Rich feels once the repair work started it should not have been allowed to be ceased. FOLDER REVIEW MISCELLANEOUS Resignation-The Commission accepted the resignation from Spencer Huether, Road Technician. Sheriff Furnace-The Commission was notified of an issue with the furnace in the sheriff/jail area.
Change Order-Commissioner Baldwin signed Change Order #9 for the Dispatch Addition to add labor and material for replacing door with security door; credit landscaping allowance for both Sheriff/Dispatch projects-$3,560.00 Certificate of Substantial Completion-Commissioner Baldwin signed the Certificate of Substantial Completion for the Dispatch Addition. Big Barn ImprovementsCommission granted permission for the Fair Board to make improvements at the barn. This project will have to be bid. Phone Lines-Commissioner Randash signed granting permission for four phones lines to be installed by Mid-Rivers. three in the Police Department and one in the interview room. Letter-A letter was written to Jim Wosepka, County Auditor, pertaining to questions asked prior to the Audit of the County’s Annual Financial Report. MINUTES 11/24/2014 EMS Board Minutes 12/17/2014 Fair Board Minutes COMMISSIONER MINUTES The Commission did not have time to read and approve the August 18, 2014 minutes. ADJOURN Commissioner Baldwin made the motion to adjourn. Commissioner Randash stepped down from the Chair to second the motion 2 Ayes. 1 Absent. Motion carried ADJOURN
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Glendive Agri-Trade Expo (GATE) is quickly approaching. Plan to visit the full slate of vendors - many new ones again this year - and check out the newest innovations and “what’s out there” in the agricultural industry. Spend time with your friends and neighbors and enjoy the best foods served by the Gateway Cowbelles. What better reason to get together in a good way and blow off cabin fever or the middle of winter doldrums. GATE this year proudly hosts exceptional speakers on rangeland and cropland weed control which qualifies for three points. Learn more about how to best prepare when the North 40 Needs a 1040. Also, enjoy a seminar on the use of solar panels on irrigation pivots and other applications and how to access the potential grant sources that may be available. Northern Ag Network will be at GATE live Friday, Feb. 13, as will KXGN. These great folks give coverage that provides insight into the industry trends. Very limited raffle tickets will be sold, so take a chance on one of these: grand prize Weatherby Vanguard Deluxe 270 Winchester with a beautiful woodstock and a 4-16x50 scope; first prize - Ruger 77/17 Hornet with heavy duty laminated stock and Nikon 3-9x40 scope; second prize - Remington 870 Wingmaster 12 gauge shotgun with a 28” barrel and Wednesday, high gloss woodstock. January 21, 2015 Be sure to take in Saturday 12:00 PM night’s, Feb. 14, banquet and Commission attended the dance at the Moose Club. Health Board meeting at the Keynote speaker is Rocky ErFallon Medical Complex Din- ickson with his humorous ing Room. sports stores … and polish your boots and dance to Sam Platt & The Kootenai Three - an ins/William L. Randash, credible band that will top off Chairman this Valentine’s Day weekend ATTEST: with style. s/Brenda J. Wood, Enjoy GATE 2015! Clerk and Recorder
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____________________________ HELP WANTED: Fallon County is accepting applications for the position of a permanent full-time clerk in the office of the Clerk and Recorder. This position receives and processes all invoices and purchases for Fallon County, generates vouchers and checks. Performs clerical functions such as greeting visitors, answering phones, and scheduling appointments, services on the election team. Researches information requests and records documents. Successful applicants will have a high school diploma and a minimum of one (1) year related work experience in customer service, Excel, database, records management, and basic accounting. Previous experience in accounts payable is preferred. Other equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. The successful applicant will be subject to a Montana motor vehicle background search. Benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance and Public Employees Retirement. Fallon County is an equal opportunity employer. We reserve the right to reject any and all applications. Closing date: Friday, February 13, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. Applications and a complete job description are available at the Human Resources Office, 10 W. Fallon Ave., Baker, Montana or online at falloncounty.net. Submit applications (resumes optional) to: Human Resources Manager, PO Box 846, Baker, MT 59313. Questions may be directed to Julie Straub 406-778-8164. 5-7c
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____________________________ HELP WANTED: Plevna Schools will be accepting applications for the 2015-2016 school year for a certified elementary teacher and a part-time art teacher. If you are interested, please pick up an application at the school or contact Supt. Walker at 406-772-5666. 5-6c ____________________________ HELP WANTED: Fallon County is accepting applications for the position of a permanent full-time Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Director. This position performs professional, managerial, and administrative work of a highly responsible nature in directing and coordinating the activities and services of Fallon County Emergency Medical Services.
With considerable judgment and initiative, the Director develops, plans, and implements professional, competent and community oriented emergency medical services for Fallon County. This position leads the day-to-day operations including, but not limited to, recruitment, training, certification and scheduling of EMS volunteer staff, budgeting, development and implementation of policy and procedure in compliance with federal, state and county statute, policy and standards. The required knowledge, skills, and abilities are typically acquired through any equivalent combination of education and experience providing the most comprehensive and highest level of qualifications, certifications, and professional licenses in the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) field. Previous demonstrated experience in management and instruction of the most progressive EMS procedures and programs is preferred. The successful applicant will be subject to a Montana motor vehicle and criminal background search. Benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance and Public Employees Retirement. Fallon County is an equal opportunity employer. We reserve the right to reject any and all applications. Closing date: Friday, February 13, 2015, 5:00 p.m. Applications and a complete job description are available at the Human Resources Office, 10 W. Fallon Avenue, Baker, Montana or online at falloncounty.net. Submit applications (resumes optional) to: Human Resources Manager, PO Box 846, Baker, MT 59313. Questions may be directed to Julie Straub, 406-778-8164. 5-7c
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____________________________ HELP WANTED: The Office of City Court is accepting applications for the position of a permanent part-time City Court Clerk. This position performs a variety of administrative and clerical functions to support the office of the City Judge, including court case processing. High school diploma or equivalent is required, previous experience in a judicial or legal setting, as well as general accounting procedures is preferred but not required. This position requires the ability to maintain confidentiality, use good judgment, and follow rules and guidelines. Strong verbal and written communication skills and thorough knowledge of Word and Excel are preferred. The successful applicant may be subject to a Montana motor vehicle record search and a criminal background check. The City of Baker is an equal opportunity employer. We reserve the right to reject any and all applications. Closing date: Friday, February 20, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. Applications and a job description are available in the Baker City Office, 10 W. Fallon Avenue, Baker, Montana. Questions may be directed to Judge Nicole M. Benefiel at the office of the City Judge at 406-778-3025, Mondays and Tuesdays from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., and Wednesdays from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Judge Benefiel may also be reached Wednesdays from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. and Thursdays and Fridays from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at 406-778-7128. 5-8c
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____________________________ CARD OF THANKS: The family of Robert “Bob” Schell wishes to thank Matt at Evanson Jensen Funeral Home of Lemmon, SD for his kindness, guidance and expert attention to every detail of Bob’s services. Tottie Lenerville for her beautiful ministry to us and Bob, Fred Fike for his special music and singing. Thank you to the Calvary Lutheran Women for the wonderful meal after the services. Special thanks to our friends and family for the gifts of food, flowers, memorials, cards, phone calls, words of comfort, and many miles traveled to be with us during this difficult time. We appreciate each and every expression of caring and concern. Old friends are the best friends and we thank you! Sincerely, Grace Schell Jesse, Bill, Steve, Sheila, Doug Schell and families 6c ____________________________ CARD OF THANKS: I would like to thank each and every one of you who took the time to send birthday wishes by cards, letters, and even on the Facebook pictures my kids posted. I was blessed to hear from friends and family - some of which I have not seen or heard from in several years. Thanks again for making my 80th birthday one I will never forget. God bless you. Arleen Graham 6c
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____________________________ AUDIT PUBLICATION The audit of the affairs of Fallon County has been conducted by James J. Wosepka, PC. The audit covered the fiscal year end June 30, 2014. Section 2-7-521, MCA, requires the publication of the following summary of significant findings. Summary of Significant Findings The Audit Report for Fallon County for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2014, contains an Independent Auditor’s Report on the County’s basic financial statements. The report issued for the fiscal year end June 30, 2014 contains qualified opinions. The following is a listing of the summary of the finding. This is only a summary and is not intended to be used as an audit report. Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting and on Compliance and Other Matters Based on an Audit of Financial Statements Performed in Accordance With Government Auditing Standards - This report contains the following findings: Current Year Findings Overspent Funds Criteria: MCA 7-6-4005 states that a disbursement may not be made in excess of the total appropriations for a fund. Condition: Two minor funds were overspent by a total of $111. One was due to refunding funds received in a prior year and the other was at the closing out of a fund. Effect: Not in compliance with law, but minor effect. Recommendation: review appropriations before making disbursements from funds.
Annual Financial Report Not Timely Filed Criteria: MCA 2-7-503 and 7-6611(2) require the Annual Financial Report of the preceding year to be filed with the State within six months of the end of the reporting period. Condition: The Annual Financial Report for June 30, 2014, was not filed until January 2015. Effect: The report was late. Recommendation: Have enough staff available to complete the work timely. Prior Year Findings None. Respectfully, Brenda J. Wood Clerk and Recorder/Supt. of Schools 6c __________________________ NOTICE A public hearing on the water rate increase will be held February 9, 2015 commencing at 6:30 p.m. at the Plevna Community Center, 105 Callin St. W., Plevna, Montana. Questions or comments may be directed to Jodi Miller, Clerk/Treasurer, by phone at 406-772-5001, in person at 121 Main St., Plevna, MT or by mail to P.O. Box 97, Plevna, MT 59344. Done by order of the Council of the Town of Plevna this 12th day of January, 2015. 5-6c ___________________________ PLEVNA SCHOOL DISTRICT #55 TRUSTEE VACANCY Plevna School District #55 has a trustee vacancy. Any person interested in the position and who lives within Plevna School District #55 may contact the Plevna School Office at 406-772-5666 for an application. The term expires in May 2015. The Plevna trustees will review the applications and appoint a new trustee at the regularly scheduled board meeting, February
all fields. Serve part-time. Paid training & potential sign-on bonus. Great benefits. $ for school. Call Mon-Fri (877) 4756289, or jobs_seattle@navy.mil _________________________ NAVY RESERVE Serve parttime. No military exp needed. Paid training & potential sign-on bonus. Great benefits. Retirement. Call Mon-Fri (877) 4756289, or jobs_seattle@navy.mil _________________________ The Conrad Police Dept. is seeking applicants for an open Police Officer position.
LE certification a plus but not a requirement for hire. For job description, benefit package, and details contact Conrad City Hall at 406-271-3623. Standard POST application is required. _________________________ AgCall Inc. has immediate opportunity for agricultural professionals for project work with wheat growers in Montana, representing major seed & crop protection manufacturer. Work is part-time, contractual and based from home
10, 2015. According to statute, the position must be filled by March 14, 2015. 4-6c ____________________________ NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND NOTICE OF OUR PLAN FOR THE PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY Notice is Hereby given by Kevin P. Heaney of the public sale of the real property hereinafter described pursuant to the “Small Tract Financing Act of Montana” (Section 71-1-301, et seq., MCA), together with the public sale of the personal property hereinafter described pursuant to Section 30-9A-614 of the Montana Uniform Commercial Code. The following information is provided: The name of the grantors, original trustee, the beneficiary in the Deed of Trust, any successor in interest to the beneficiary or grantors, any successor trustee, and the present record owner is/are: Grantors: Jay Grigsby and Tempa Grigsby (“Grantors”), PO Box 954, Baker, Montana 59313 Original Trustee: Russell L. Culver Successor Trustee: Kevin P. Heaney, an attorney licensed to practice law in the State of Montana (the “Trustee”) Beneficiary: The Bank of Baker (the “Beneficiary”) Present Record Owners of Real Property: Jay Grigsby and Tempa Grigsby The description of the real property covered by the Deed of Trust is the real property and its appurtenances in Fallon County, Montana, more particularly described as follows (the “Real Property”): Lot Three (3), Block Eight (8), Lakeside Addition to the City of Baker, Fallon County, MT according to the official plat thereof on
LegaLs, see page 14
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Applications can be picked up from the FMC Business Office or the Personnel Department. Contact Theresa Weimer, Personnel Manager, at 406-778-5102 for additional information on any of the above jobs.
All positions will remain open until filled. EOE.
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New Listing: 4 BR - 2 BA - over 2,000 sq feet living area, walk out daylight Basement - Great Landscaping - att. 2 car GAR. -Separate RV Shop - 510 S. 6th St W. $220,000.
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Great Buy for handy person. Located in a great location on 16,000 sq ft lot near High School. Presently 2 BR- 1 Bath on upper level - full basement - 915 S. Third St. West - only $110,000. Under ContraCt We have home buyers calling every day! now is the time to check into selling!Call us for details.
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________________________ HIGH-TECH CAREER with U.S. Navy. Elite tech training w/great pay, benefits, vacation, $ for school. HS grads ages 1734. Call Mon-Fri (877) 4756289, or jobs_seattle@navy.mil _________________________ THE NAVY IS HIRING Topnotch training, medical/dental, 30 days' vacation/yr, $$ for school. HS grads ages 17-34. Call Mon-Fri (877) 475-6289, or jobs_seattle@navy.mil _________________________ NAVY RESERVE HIRING in
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in Feb-March. Contact Kristen 816-734-3917 or info@agcall.com. _________________________ EQUITY LOANS ON NONOWNER OCCUPIED MONTANA REAL ESTATE. We also buy Notes & Mortgages. Call Creative Finance & Investments @ 406-721-1444 or visit www.creative-finance.com _________________________ SAWMILLS from only $4,397.00- Make & save money with your own bandmill- Cut lumber any dimension. In Stock,
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file in the Office of the Clerk and Recorder. Recording Data: The following instruments and documents have been recorded in the Clerk and Recorder’s Office in Fallon County, Montana. Deed of Trust dated March 14, 2007, and recorded March 26, 2007, in Book 86, Page 0336, as Document No. 87943, records of Fallon County, Montana; and Substitution of Trustee dated November 3, 2014, and recorded November 5, 2014, in Book 187, Page 355, as Document No. 099500, records of Fallon County, Montana. Personal Property Subject to Sale: This Notice is also being sent to notify Jay and Tempa Grigsby that the Bank of Baker will sell the following described collateral together with the Real Property at the same public sale in accordance with the provisions set forth below (the “Personal Property Collateral”): 1983 Gallatin Mobile Home, VIN # CH5373 The default for which the foreclosure is made is: Nonpayment of monthly installments of $570.12 due under the Promissory Note dated March 14, 2007, which is secured by the Deed of Trust. The borrower is due for the August 5, 2013 payment and for each subsequent monthly payment. The sums owing on the obliga-
tion secured by the Deed of Trust and the personal property collateral as of November 17, 2014, are: Principal: $25,320.72 Interest: Interest continues to accrue at a rate of 6.25%. As of November 17, 2014 the interest balance is $944.64 and interest accrues at the rate of $4.33574 per day. Late fees: $760.00 The Bank anticipates and intends to disburse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the Real Property and the Personal Property Collateral, and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts or taxes are paid by the Grantor or successor in interest to the Grantor. If such amounts are paid by the Bank, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust and the Personal Property Collateral. Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of the sale include the Trustee’s and attorney’s fees, and costs and expenses of sale. The Trustee, at the direction of the bank, hereby elects to sell the real property and personal property collateral together collectively in a single sale at public auction to the highest bidder to satisfy the aforesaid obligations. The date, time, place and terms of sale are: Date: May 5, 2015 Time: 10:30 a.m., Mountain Standard Time or Mountain Daylight Time, whichever is in effect.
Place: Fallon County Courthouse, 10 W. Fallon Avenue, Baker, Montana 59313. Terms: This sale is a public sale and any person, including the Bank of Baker, and excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid in cash. The conveyance of the Real and Personal Property will be made to the high bidder by Trustee’s Deed and UCC Transfer Certificate. The Personal Property Collateral will be sold together with the Real Property. Accounting and Additional Information: Jay and Tempa Grigsby are entitled to an accounting of the unpaid indebtedness secured by the Deed of Trust and Personal Property Collateral. Jay and Tempa Grigsby may request an accounting, at no charge, by contacting Kevin P. Heaney, P.O. Box 2529, Billings, MT 59101-1288, telephone no. (406) 252-3441. If Jay or Tempa Grigsby need more information about the sale or have any inquiry regarding redeeming the Personal Property Collateral, please call Kevin P. Heaney, P.O. Box 2529, Billings, MT 591011288, telephone no. (406) 2523441. Non-Waiver: Nothing contained in this notice shall be interpreted to limit or impair the right of the Bank to pursue all other collateral securing the Grantor’s unpaid indebtedness. Dated this 15th day of December, 2014. /s/ Kevin P. Heaney
URGENT NOTICE The Fallon County Commission asks the public to use EXTREME caution using the Baker Lake as water is going over the spillway causing the ice to be thin. In the interest of Public Safety, the Commission urges the public to refrain from using the Baker Lake until ice conditions improve!
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KEVIN P. HEANEY Trustee STATE OF MONTANA County of Yellowstone
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This instrument was acknowledged before me on 15th December, 2014, by Kevin P. Heaney, as Trustee. /s/ Christie J. Halvorson Printed Name: Christie J. Halvorson Notary Public for the State of Montana Residing at Billings, Montana My commission expires: June 25, 2018 [NOTARY SEAL] File No.: 13-166-149 4-6c
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