Hometown News Aug. 11, 2011

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August 11, 2011

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Use your energy level to stay on the fast track

By Harvey Mackay Consider what the average body does every 24 hours: Your heart beats 100,689 times. Your blood travels 168 million miles. You breathe 23,040 times, inhaling 438 cubic feet of air. You eat more than three pounds of food, and drink about three quarts of liquids.

You lose almost a pound of waste. You speak 25,000 words. You move 750 muscles. Your nails grow .000046 of an inch, your hair .01714 of an inch. You exercise 7 million brain cells.

And you wonder why you are tired?

There is an energy crisis in America, and it has nothing to do with fossil fuels or the price of oil. Millions of people get up each morning, already weary about what the day holds for them.

Grab some coffee, rush out the door, fight traffic and arrive at work “ready” for another day. Seriously, it makes you tired just thinking about it.

But you have options.

I’ve been energetic all my life. I thrive on a busy schedule with plenty of challenges. I’m a kid at heart, and I don’t see that changing. People grow old, not from working hard or playing, but because they quit working and playing hard.

Successful people generally have lots of energy. And many people believe the better your energy, the more likely you’ll get what you want. They have a secret:

they have learned to harness and focus their energy.

We’re constantly inundated with advertisements for drinks or pills to boost our energy. Most of this is marketed to teenagers and young adults. According to the Washington Post, 500 new energy drink products were introduced in one year alone.

Nutritionists worry that many of these drinks, which are often full of caffeine and sugar, are dangerous. Yet energy drinks are a multi-billion dollar industry.

I’m not interested in an adrenaline rush or bounce-off-the-walls energy. I believe in a more natural energy boost, one that is achieved by being hardworking, focused and willing to put in whatever effort is necessary to achieve my goals.

But maintaining a high energy level all day every day can be difficult. Here are some simple ideas that most people might not think of. They keep you going without resorting to pills, energy drinks or other dangerous options: • Wear bright colors. Projecting a positive, energetic attitude through your wardrobe can bring out enthusiasm and good spirits in others. A positive response from people around you will stimulate your own motivation. I always wear colorful ties and shirts.

• Eat a power snack. A little chocolate can give you a slight endorphin buzz, along with a mild jolt of caffeine. When your energy flags in the afternoon, mixed nuts, dried fruits, granola, and/or some yogurt can rejuvenate you. Check with a dietician or trainer to select the best snacks.

• Stretch and exercise. One good stretch when you’re feeling tired is rolling up and down on your tiptoes a few times.

This can get your circulatory system moving, sending oxygen and glucose through your body for a burst of energy. Light stretching and exercise helps you stay on track.

• Smell some citrus. Citrus scents like lemon, grapefruit, and lime can enhance your alertness. I actually use a citrus room freshener in my office.

• Drink some water. Dehydration can sap your energy, so make sure you get plenty of water throughout the day. And when you feel tired, splash a little cold water on your face to wake yourself up.

• Change your clothes. About halfway through your day, put on a fresh pair of socks. As crazy as it sounds, experts say that it can make you feel refreshed and ready to tackle the rest of your day, especially if you spend a lot of time on your feet. Many athletes change their uniforms at halftime to maintain their competitive edge. Entertainers trot out new looks to complement the mood of the song they’re performing.

• Don’t shortchange your downtime.

Get enough sleep so your body can recover.

Mix up your routine. And remember, all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy -- and the same holds true for Jill. Give yourself a break!

Mackay’s Moral: The world’s work is done every day by people who could have stayed in bed, but didn’t..

Reprinted with permission from nationally syndicated columnist Harvey Mackay, author of the New York Times #1 bestseller “Swim With The Sharks Without Being Eaten Alive,” and the new book “We Got Fired!...And It’s the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Us.”

Upcoming Events AUGUST 11 • Grey Eagle Senior Center Evening Meal at 5 p.m. and Monthly Membership Meeting at 5:30 p.m.

AUGUST 13 • 23rd Annual Grey Eagle Fire Dept.

Corn on the Cob & Ham Feed from 4:308:30 p.m. See ad on page 12.

AUGUST 13-14 • Upsala Heritage Days Festival. See ad on page 12.

AUGUST 14 • Upsala Area Community Center Dad’s Belgian Waffles from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Upsala High School.

AUGUST 17 • Freeport Community Center Chicken Fry from 5-8 p.m. at the Freeport Community Center. See ad on page 5.

• Melrose Hospital & Pine Villa Staff Reunion at 11 a.m. at River’s Edge, Sauk Centre.

AUGUST 19 • Annual Salad Luncheon/Bake Sale from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Sauk Centre United Methodist Church.

AUGUST 20 • Melrose Riverfest. See ad on page 12.

• Big Birch Lake Association Annual Meeting at 9 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Church Hall, Grey Eagle. See ad on page 3.

AUGUST 26 • Benefit for Mason Sutton from 4-8 p.m. at the Swanville City Park.

AUGUST 28 • St. Francis of Assisi 56th Annual Fall Festival.

AUGUST 31 • American Red Cross from 1-7 p.m. at the Freeport Community Center.

SEPTEMBER 4 • St. Rose of Lima Annual Fall Festival starting at 10 a.m. on church grounds, St. Rosa.

SEPTEMBER 10 • Villard All School Reunion starting at 5:30 p.m. at the Corral, Nelson.

ALCOHOL ANONYMOUS • Meets every Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Grace Alive, Albany.

ALBANY TOWNSHIP • Meets the fourth Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Albany City Hall.

• Planning Commission meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Albany City Hall.

BURNHAMVILLE TOWNSHIP • Meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Burtrum City Hall.

BURTRUM CITY COUNCIL • Meets the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m.

FREEPORT CITY COUNCIL • Meets the last Monday of the month at 7 p.m.

GREY EAGLE CITY COUNCIL • Meets the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m.

GREY EAGLE TOWNSHIP • Meets the first Monday of the month at 8 p.m.

ST. ROSA CITY COUNCIL • Meets the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Community Park building.

SWANVILLE CITY COUNCIL • First Tuesday after the first Monday of the month.

SWANVILLE TOWNSHIP • Meets the second Tuesday of the month at 8:30 p.m. at the Swanville Fire Hall.

UPSALA CITY COUNCIL • Meets the second Monday of the month at 7 p.m.

If you have an upcoming event or meeting, please let us know by email: htnews@meltelnet or call 320-285-2323.

Temperatures Date 8/3 8/4 8/5 8/6 8/7 8/8 8/9

High 82 82 83 80 78 79 72

Low 60 66 64 66 65 61 59

Friday

Thunderstorms.

High: 77 Low: 57

Weekend Weather Saturday

Partly cloudy.

High: 76 Low: 56

Sunday

Mostly sunny.

High: 78 Low: 58

Hometown News •Thursday, August 11, 2011 • Page 3

Anniversary Glen and Joyce Swanson

Birth Announcement Maggie Jane Merdan

Joe and Tricia (Ebnet) Merdan are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Maggie Jane Merdan, born July 7, 2011 at 1:06 a.m. at the St. Cloud Hospital.

Maggie weighed 5 pounds, 7 ounces and measured 18 1/2 inches in length.

Maggie was welcomed home by her 2 year old sister, Kaylin.

Grandparents are Herman and Bernice Ebnet of Holdingford and John and Jane Merdan of Avon. Great grandparents are Rose Stoermann of St. Rosa and Helen Noterman of Adams, MN.

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Songs and Sounds of Johnny Cash Bob Wootton, “the man behind the man in black,” will be featuring the “Songs and Sounds of Johnny Cash” on Sunday, August 21 at 7 p.m. at the Melrose High School Auditorium.

Special guest will be Jeff Braegelmann, Melrose local talent, playing Cash’s actual guitar.

Bob Wootton was Johnny Cash’s legendary guitarist for over 30 years.

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Six Mile Grove is the name known on the Midwest music scene. Together their brand of ballads and story-driven songs play tribute to the simplicity and genius of Johnny Cash.

Limited tickets are available at Coborns, Central MN Credit Union and Freeport State Bank, all of Melrose; or by calling 320-290-6325.

Card of Thanks

Thank you to the Grey Eagle First Responders, Melrose Veterans Honor Guard, Senior Center, Pastor Jon Benson, co-workers, family and friends when Tom Hiltunen passed away.

Sandy Hiltunen

To Submit a Card of Thanks the cost is $2.50 for the first 50 words, 10¢ for each additional word. MUST BE PREPAID. Mail to: Hometown News, 29442 120th St., Grey Eagle, MN 56336.

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Glen and Joyce Swanson of Upsala recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with family. Glen and Joyce (Gerlach) Swanson were united in marriage August 5, 1961 at Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Upsala.

Gregg Raisanen, Dean of Academic Affairs, at Alexandria Technical & Community College, recognizes 450 students for academic excellence.

Sara Hoffman of Grey Eagle was named to the Dean’s List for achieving a GPA of 3.5 or higher spring semester 2011. Sara is enrolled in the Practical Nursing program at the college.

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Big Birch Lake Association

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Hefty Large Plates 24 ct. $3.29 Dobie Cleaning Pad 1 ct. 99¢ Ziploc Heavy Duty Pt. Bags 20 ct. $2.99 Cascade 45 oz. $4.99 The Works 32 oz. $1.99

Manager Annie’s Corner Participate in the Grey Eagle Trivia & Win a FREE Pound of Hamburger 1. What was the name of the 1950’s barber whose shop was located in the building east if the bank? _______________________________

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Jane A. Braegelmann

Obituaries Lester Zellgert

L e s t e r Zellgert, 81, of Grey Eagle, passed away on August 10, 2011, at the Lakewood Health System Care Center in Staples.

Funeral

services for Lester will be held on Saturday, August 13, 2011, 11:00 a.m., at the St. John’s Lutheran Church in Grey Eagle. Friends may call on Friday, August 12, 2011, 5:00-7:00 p.m., at the Iten Funeral Home in Browerville and on the day of the service beginning at 10:00 a.m. in the church Interment will be at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery, Little Falls.

Elaine A. Stueve

Elaine A. Stueve, age 70, of Richfield, died peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Sunday, August 7, 2011.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 13 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Freeport with Rev. Ken Thielman officiating. Interment will be at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Melrose following the service.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m.

Friday at the Patton-Schad Funeral Home in Melrose and from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the church in Freeport.

Goldenaires Senior Citizens will pray at 4 p.m. followed by parish prayers at 5 p.m. Friday evening.

Elaine Armella Kerfeld was born in Freeport to Lawrence and Sapha (Steinemann) Kerfeld. In 1966 she married Ralph Stueve at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Freeport. She lived in Richfield since 1971. Elaine’s career accomplishments include household and child management until 1984 when she took her culinary skills to the Richfield Schools Food Service, from where she retired after 25 years. She enjoyed

traveling, golfing, spending time at the cabin, shopping, and being with her family and friends. Elaine was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Richfield.

Survivors include her children, Shelli (Steve) Parenteau of Maple Grove, Cindy (Joe) Wiechmann of Melrose, and Scott (Cathy Cayo) Stueve of Prior Lake; grandchildren, Mitch and Jocelyn Parenteau, Lynsey and Cole Wiechmann, Abby, Ben, and Sam Jansen; brothers and sisters, Doris (Charlie) Hockert of Texas, Harry (Dianne) Kerfeld of Freeport, Don (Diane) Kerfeld of Grey Eagle, Glenn (Nancy) Kerfeld of Circle Pines, and Jean (Virg) Zwilling of Bowlus.

Elaine was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Sapha Kerfeld; and husband, Ralph Stueve.

Serving as casket bearers will be Paul Zwilling, Steve Parenteau, Joe Wiechmann, Jordan Van Heel, Dave Hockert, and Jason Kerfeld. Cross bearer will be Sharon Olson and scripture bearer will be Kelly Kerfeld.

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Mon.-Sat.: 6 am-2 pm Sunday: 6 am-1 pm

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Happy Hour 4-6 PM

Fri., Aug. 19 • 5-9 PM

Tuesdays

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Thur: BBQ Ribs $7.95 Fri: All You Can Eat Fish $7.95 Sat: 6 oz. Steak $7.95 Sun. Buffet from 9 AM-1 PM: Chicken, Ribs & Shrimp

and worked for the Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Information and Technology, for more than 22 years.

She earned a BA degree in Economics from the University of Maryland and a MS degree in Information Systems from George Mason University in Virginia.

Jane had an abiding interest in genealogy and spent a great deal of time researching and compiling information on her ancestors. She loved traveling and was an ardent fan of pro football.

Family and friends will miss her easy and generous nature, and her ready smiles.

Survivors include her parents, Cyril and Doris Braegelmann of Melrose, Minnesota; sisters, Sue (Joe) Giacinto of Annapolis, Maryland, and Carol Braegelmann of Alexandria, Virginia; and nephews, Samuel and Leo Giacinto.

Senior Dining Menus: August 15 - 19 Albany

MON., AUGUST 15: Liver & onions or hamburger patty, gravy, whipped potatoes, mixed vegetables, pineapple.

TUE., AUGUST 16: Sloppy Joe, bun, seasoned potato sticks, corn, molasses cookie.

WED., AUGUST 17: Hot dog, bun, potato salad, baked beans, puppy chow.

THUR., AUGUST 18: Roast beef, whipped potatoes, gravy, carrots, applesauce.

FRI., AUGUST 19: Mushroom & onion pork chop, baked potato w/sour cream, squash, dinner roll, brownie. ~ The Lighter Side Menu ~ MON., AUGUST 15: Ham/broccoli pasta toss, garden salad, pineapple.

TUE., AUGUST 16: Baked potato w/ chili/cheese, Italian lettuce salad, dinner roll, molasses cookie.

WED., AUGUST 17: Beef enchilada w/Mexican rice/lettuce/tomato/onions/refried beans, puppy chow.

THUR., AUGUST 18: Oriental chicken salad, fruit, dinner roll, applesauce.

FRI., AUGUST 19: Broccoli cheese

Thursday Night

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quiche, fruit, bread stick, brownie. * Bread and skim milk served with each meal.

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MON., AUGUST 15: Spaghetti w/ meat sauce, lettuce salad, garlic breadstick, dessert.

TUE., AUGUST 16: BBQ ribs, au gratin potatoes, broccoli, cake.

WED., AUGUST 17: Baked chicken, mashed potatoes, squash, ice cream.

THUR., AUGUST 18: Chicken al a king, biscuit, green beans, cookie.

FRI., AUGUST 19: Baked ham, mashed potatoes, corn, chocolate pie. * Bread and skim milk served with each meal.

Grey Eagle Dining Site: 320-285-4481 Upsala Dining Site: 320-573-4435

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Friday, Aug. 12

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Saturday, Aug. 13

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Jane A. Braegelmann, age 50, of Fairfax, Virginia, died May 1, 2011.

Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m.

Friday, August 12, 2011 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose.

Visitation will be one hour prior to services on Friday at the church in Melrose. Inurnment will follow in the parish cemetery.

Jane Ann Braegelmann was born March 30, 1961 in Washington, D.C. to Cyril and Doris (Schulzetenberg) Braegelmann. She was a lifetime resident of the Washington, D.C. area,

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Hometown News • Thursday, August 11, 2011 • Page 5

I’m Not of Sound Mind -By Saralee Perel

My husband Bob can’t sleep.

So I can’t sleep.

We bought the Tranquil Moments Sound Therapy System from Brookstone. All the machine’s sound options work for Bob. If you want to sleep, just try reading the mind-numbing instruction booklet.

When I pressed the “Thunderstorm” option, our big dog Gracie went into her petrified “Mr. Thunderman! Hide!

Hide!” mode. Then she ripped the pillowcase to shreds. My head was on that pillowcase at the time.

The “Stream” option is problematic.

When I hear running water, I need to go to the bathroom. But if I’m sleeping and hearing it, I dream I need a bathroom.

I’m worried I’ll dream that I find one . . . and use it.

When Bob fell asleep to “Summer Night,” I screamed, “We’ve got crickets!” This bugged him – not the crickets.

The description reads, “A slowed chorus of crickets creates a wonderfully calming sleep environment.”

“That’s calming?” I said. “Hearing bugs? Now I feel them crawling on me!” He feigned sleep. When I shined the mega billion watt flashlight in his face, he groaned, “Now what?” With a tissue, I scooped up 2 crickets crawling on my ankle. “Great Bob. Now they’re coming out of the woodwork to have intimate relations with their pals in the stupid machine.”

It’s got a glaring beam of light that

doesn’t turn off. One Amazon.com reviewer exclaimed, “How could I get a restful sleep with such a bright gleam on my face???” Most complainers put a washcloth over the machine.

I woke Bob to tell him about the complaints. He threw a washcloth over my head.

During a night of tossing (washcloths) and turning, I said, “Let’s make up our own options like, ‘You’ve won the million dollar jackpot.’ Then it increases, ‘ . . . the two million dollar jackpot, three million -’.”

“That’s enough.”

“Or a Burger King guy chanting, ‘You want fries with that Whopper?’ He keeps upping it. ‘That double Whopper?

Triple whopper? Quadrillion Whopper with cheese, 17 million fries, bacon and – ’.” I was impolitely cut off by a washcloth thrown on my head again.

I fantasized one could be, “What My Mother Says, in My Dreams,” so to speak: “You could stand to put on 10 pounds.”

“We’re thrilled you married Bob, the very first non-Jew in our lineage. Our Orthodox Hebrew ancestors LOVED diversity.”

“We enjoyed spending $12,000 on your party when you turned 13. That little sacred Bas Mitzvah we threw in on the side? It meant bubkes to us too.”

One night I said, “I can’t sleep because I worry.”

With compassion, Bob repeated hypnotically, “Your only job is to sleep.

When other thoughts come, say to yourself, ‘I’ll think of them tomorrow.’ All you have is now.”

I reached over and closed his eyes,

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Is Bob correct? Is tranquility possible just by changing our thoughts? So I tried chanting, “My only job is to sleep,” until, in fact, I did.

Last night, I dozed off while hearing our cat Josie’s paws on her scratching post. Then I dreamed that Gracie’s body morphed into a scratching post as Josie sharpened her claws on Gracie’s tail.

I awoke because: 1. There’s no scratching post in our bedroom and 2.

Gracie hurled herself on my stomach in her terrified “Monster Cat! Hide! Hide!” mode.

Freaking out, I yelled, “There’s no post – ” Bob rudely cut me off. “You’re dreaming.”

“I’m not! Gracie morphed! Josie – ” He rolled over.

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Then my beloved old dog closed her eyes as we held each other, arms around paws.

“Bob, it was pandemonium.”

He saw Gracie sleeping contentedly in my arms and said, “You’re a lunatic,” before resuming snoring.

Finally, I found the answer to insomnia. It’s by holding my dog to my chest, hearing my cat purr and with rocket-like velocity reaching 850 mph, chucking a washcloth over my doubting husband’s face.

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Notes from the Capitol By State Rep. Paul Anderson

Our summer of violent weather continued last week with damaging storms in the GlenwoodLowry area of Pope County.

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According to the article, Amazon says it’s following a 1992 Supreme Court ruling that says sales taxes need only be collected in states where a business has physical retail operations. They don’t count facilities like warehouses as being “retail operations.” Because of that interpretation, Amazon collects sales tax in only four states, with those four being Washington, North Dakota, Kansas, and Kentucky. At least ten other states, including Illinois and Colorado, have passed laws in the past two years in an attempt to make on-line companies col-

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lect sales taxes. At this point, Minnesota is not one of them.

It’s a legal battle that will probably wind up before the Supreme Court once again. Times have changed since 1992, and the volume of on-line sales has skyrocketed. To me, there are two areas within this entire situation that need to be addressed. One is the unfair competition faced by our local retailers because they must collect the sales tax while the same purchase made on-line is not subject to Minnesota’s 6.875 percent tax rate. And the other is that state governments, on the look-out for new revenue, will be exploring this area as a way to increase income. Current law requires a physical presence before the tax must be collected, but there have been attempts in other states to broaden that definition.

With our falling stock market and weakening economy once again, exports are seen as one sure way of fostering a true recovery. According to a speaker at the Council of State Government’s western region annual meeting recently, ex-

ports make up less than 13 percent of our nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

In countries such as Canada, China, and Germany, sales to other nations account for a much larger percentage of their GDP as they range from 25 to 40 percent. In Washington, our nation has established a cabinet-level council to promote exports with a goal of doubling our total of goods and services sold to other nations by 2015. Agriculture will surely play a large role in attaining that goal as this country (and our state of Minnesota) produce food and other crops in large amounts that are needed around the world.

Rep. Anderson encourages constituents to contact his new office with input regarding any state legislative issue.

He can be reached on the web at www. house.mn/13A and via email at rep.paul. anderson@house.mn. To contact Anderson by phone, call (651) 296-4317. Mail can be sent to Rep. Paul Anderson, 445 State Office Building, 100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., St. Paul, Minnesota 55155.

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Local Municipality Minutes Melrose City June 23, 2011 The Melrose City Council met in a Regular Meeting on Thursday, June 23, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. at the Melrose City Center pursuant to due notice being given thereof. Present were Council Members Joe Finken, Jenny Mayers, Tony Klasen, Dick Christenson, Mayor Tim Vogel, City Administrator Michael Brethorst, City Attorney Scott Dymoke, and Assistant City Administrator/Treasurer Karen Thostenson. Mayor Vogel presided thereat.

A motion was made by Mr. Klasen, seconded by Ms. Mayers and unanimously carried to approve the agenda as submitted.

There was no one requesting to speak at the open forum.

The following items were considered under the consent agenda: a. The minutes from the May 10 Board of Appeals and Equalization Meeting, May 12 Special Meeting, May 19 Special Meeting and the May 19 Regular Meeting. b. List of bills in the amount of $196,256.39. c. List of investments for the month of May. d. Ambulance Department uncollectible accounts in the total amount of $2,634 have been submitted to collections or Revenue Recapture. e. 1) Resolution No. 2011-24, Resolution Acknowledging Donations totaling 700 from the following: Kraker Insurance Agency (KIA), $100; Freeport State Bank, $250; Central Minnesota Credit Union (CMCU), $250; McDonald Realty, $100 towards the Tri-Cap Bus service; 2) Resolution No. 2011-25, Resolution Acknowledging Donations from Bernice Doege , $25; St. Mary’ Church, $50 towards the Melrose Senior Activity Center; 3) Resolution No. 2011-27, Resolution Acknowledging Donation from American Legion Post 101, $100 for the Night to Unite; 4) Resolution No. 201128, Resolution Acknowledging Donation from American Legion Post 101, $500 towards the Riverfest Celebration. f. 1) Resolution No. 2011-26, Resolution Approving Gambling License to Melrose Chamber of Commerce for an exemption from lawful gambling license to conduct bingo and hold a raffle on November 25, 2011 at 223 Main Street East, Melrose, Minnesota. g. On July 30, Accounting Clerk Christy Berscheit will complete five years of full-time service. A performance evaluation was completed and was favorable and it was recommended that Ms. Berscheit be granted a step increase from Step 4 to Step 5 on the wage scale.

A motion was made by Mr. Klasen, seconded by Ms. Mayers and unanimously carried to approve the consent agenda items.

Police Chief John Jensen presented the Police Department’s May monthly report. He stated there were 343 calls for service during May compared to 250 calls in 2010; the year to date number of calls for service is 1375 compared to 1066 for 2010. However, some of this is due to a change in reporting which now includes some items that were not included in 2010. Chief Jensen reported

that the Department has also received some complaints of peddlers going door to door selling magazines. He encouraged individuals to call the department as there is a requirement for a peddler’s license and many of these out-of-state peddlers and the companies they represent have a massive number of complaints issued against them. Chief Jensen stated that local high school or civic organization sales are legitimate and can be supported.

City Attorney Scott Dymoke reported that he had worked on the following items for the City over the past month: Abatement of the Peterson house nuisance; release of utility data practices; gas franchise agreement renewal; and CentraCare lease.

Community Development Director Gary Walz reported on the Open House held on June 9 by the Comprehensive Plan Committee. The purpose of the Open House was to bring the community up to date on the Comprehensive Plan update status, and to review the draft maps regarding future land use, growth areas, transportation, and parks and pathways. Director Walz stated that the owners of three residential properties along 12th Ave SE were in attendance as well as representatives from Grove Township with concerns regarding zoning and annexation. Richard Thull, Clerk of Grove Township, requested that the City not annex any property from the township unless the property owner requests annexation. The City Administrator stated that, under statute, the City cannot force annexation and the Council agreed that unless requested by the property owner, no annexation would be pursued without closely working with the affected township. The City Administrator stated he would provide Mr. Thull with the State Statutes that govern the annexation process a City must follow.

Public Works Director John Harren reported that the Stearns County Highway Department informed the City that it will be redesigning the intersection of County Road 170 and 9th St NW so it will have one access pointed when the project is completed. This is the standard design of intersections. This project will be completed this summer and will be fully funded by the County.

The Assistant City Administrator/Treasurer reported that the City’s computer and network system service agreement with Marco has been used.

A quote was obtained from Marco for an additional $5,000 of services at a discounted cost of $4,750. The Utilities Commission gave approval to renewing this agreement at its June 13 regular meeting. Mayor Vogel encouraged staff to also continue working with DiversiCOM regarding the potential provision of these services. A motion was made

by Ms. Mayers, seconded by Mr. Finken and unanimously carried to approve the renewal of the computer service agreement with Marco in the amount of $4,750 and to authorize the City Clerk to enter into the agreement.

The Assistant City Administrator/ Treasurer next reported that the City received their annual quote for general liability, auto, errors and omissions, prop-

erty, and equipment insurance through the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (LMCIT). The total quote is $69,374, compared to $69,285 for the 2010-2011 coverage period, resulting in a 0.128% increase. The City’s insurance coverage has a $5,000 deductible, $15,000 aggregate. The costs are shared between the General and Utilities Funds ($28,374 and $41,000 respectively).

She stated that the Council needs to decide whether or not to waive the statutory tort liability limits. If the City does not waive the statutory limits, an individual claimant would be able to recover no more than $500,000 on any claim to which the statutory limits apply. If the City waives the statutory limits, a single claimant could recover up to $1,500,000 on a single claim (These amounts were increased effective July 2009 to $1,500,000).

1. If the City does not waive the monetary limits on municipal tort liability, the premium would be reduced by approximately $900.

2. If the City wishes to purchase excess liability coverage, the premium for an additional $1 million in coverage would be $10,024. The City has not purchased the excess liability coverage in the past.

3. The current premium is based on deductible of $5,000/$15,000 aggregate.

Staff recommends the City again approve these deductibles.

4. Equipment Breakdown coverage (excluding power plant location) would be $4,890. The City has not taken this insurance in the past.

The Utilities Commission gave approval to the quote as recommended at its June 13 meeting.

A motion was made by Mr. Klasen, seconded by Ms. Mayers and unanimously carried to approve the LMCIT quote in the amount of $69,374, to waive the statutory tort liability limits, to keep the $5,000/$15,000 aggregate deductible, and to not take out equipment breakdown coverage.

Chief Jensen reported that the Stearns County Sheriff’s Department has requested the offices of the Melrose Police Department in the City Center become a permanent drop site for old, expired prescription drugs. The drop box would be installed on the wall outside the Police Department to the left of the window.

This would be a secure locked box and the Sheriff’s Office would pick up the prescription drugs and make sure they are property disposed of. The County has offered to do the physical installation of the box. A motion was made by Mr. Klasen, seconded by Mr. Finken and unanimously carried to approve the County installing a drop box for disposal of prescription drugs in the Melrose Police Department area of the City Center.

Fire Chief Jeremy Kraemer reported that he had obtained quotes for turnout gear under the FEMA Assistance to Firefighter Grant approved for the Melrose Fire Department. The grant is for $46,500 and is a 95/5 matching grant. The 30 Globe/Cairns jackets and pants were specified during the quote process due to their durability and the ability to obtain service. Two quotes were received: Metro Fire: Jackets $29,400.00; Pants $21,660.00; Total

Upsala City Public Hearing Notice The Upsala City Council will have a public hearing for a building variance for parcel 470.150.000 also know the Uptown Cafe on Monday, August 15th at 7:00 pm at the Upsala City Hall. All residents are invited to attend.

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Public Notice Burnhamville Township Residents Weed Control Pursuant to Minnesota State Statute 18.78 subd. 1. A person owning, occupying, or responsible for the maintenance of land shall control or eradicate all noxious weeds on the land in a manner ordered by the county or local weed inspector.

According to Minnesota State Statute 18.83 subd. 4. If a person does not comply with an individual notice to eradicate noxious weeds the weed inspector shall have the noxious weeds controlled in the manner the weed inspector designates.

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$51,060.00; MES: Jackets $28,300.80; Pants $22,808.10; Total $51,108.90.

Chief Kraemer recommended approval be given to the quote from Metro Fire in the amount of $51,060 because it is the low quote, plus the company is from Minnesota and the Department has had a good working relationship with them in the past. The grant would cover $44,175 of the costs (95% of $46,500), and the remaining balance of $6,885 would be paid from the Fire Department capital outlay account which includes a budget of $9,310 for 2011. Mr. Klasen inquired what would be done with the old turnout gear. Chief Kraemer stated the Department plans to use the old gear for training purposes to prolong the life of the new gear. A motion was made by Mr. Klasen, seconded by Mr. Finken and unanimously carried to authorize the purchase of the turnout gear from Metro Fire in the amount of $51,060, with the City’s share being $6,885.

The City Administrator reported that a notice was sent by Streets/Parks Supervisor Mark Maus to the property owners at 306 2nd St SE and 220 5th St NE requesting that the grass be cut. As per City Code 95.38, all property owners shall be responsible for the removal, cutting, or disposal and elimination of weeds, grasses, and rank vegetation or other uncontrolled plant growth on their property that, at the time of notice, is in excess of eight inches in height. Staff contacted the property owners prior to the Council taking action. The property owner at 306 2nd St SE had given verbal authorization to mow the grass and to place the expense against the property through taxes. The City has also received a signed copy of this agreement from that property owner.

Staff recommended that the Council approve the destruction orders as they then become effective for the entire growing season, meaning that if at any time after the issuance of the notice a violation reoccurs, the City shall abate the weeds without further notifica-

tion to the property owner(s). It should be noted that any unpaid grass cutting bills can, and will, be certified against the property prior to year-end. A motion was made by Ms. Mayers, seconded by Mr. Finken and unanimously carried to approve the destruction orders for the properties located at 306 2nd St SE and at 220 5th St NE. Director Harren reported that, due to concerns expressed by the public regarding maintaining City property and the request of the Streets/Parks Supervisor and Water/Wastewater Supervisor, staff recommends the hiring of a temporary seasonal worker to assist in all departments as needed for custodial, grounds maintenance, etc. Administrator Brethorst stated that the implementation of an annual seasonal summer hire is not recommended at this time; however, staff will review this matter at the end of summer during the budget cycle.

Staff had also checked with a temp hiring agency as to whether this option would be more beneficial than the City doing a direct hire, but found the costs were much greater.

The Commission, at its June 13 meeting, approved the job description and wage scale as well as advertising for the temporary position at a starting salary of $8.65/hour for approximately 516 hours to assist in lawn care, building maintenance, etc. A motion was made

by Mr. Christenson, seconded by Mr. Finken and unanimously carried to concur with the Commission and approve the hiring of a temporary maintenance worker, with the job description and wage scale as recommended.

The City Administrator reported that, in March 2011, review and discussions began on a possible upgrade/redo of the of the City’s website. He stated he had informed the Council and Utilities Commission of this process via email and recruited a web development committee consisting of Council members Jenny Mayers and Tony Klasen along with City staff consisting of himself,

Community Development Director Walz and Human Resource Technician Diane Gruber to assist with this project. Four cost proposals were obtained and reviewed from various web developers.

Contact was made with the Melrose Area Public Schools and Melrose Chamber of Commerce to see if they would be interested in partnering with the City through this process.

The School indicated that a significant amount of staff time and money was spent on the School’s website, so they have no interest in redoing their site at this time. The Chamber is in the process of researching what options are best for their website and will keep in touch with the City as they move forward.

The four proposals, ranging from $2,000 to $16,900, were received. The lowest proposal received was from KDV, who currently hosts City’s website, and which would entail a “facelift” of the current site. The top two proposals were removed from consideration due to costs. Then, on June 8, the Committee met to review the website development options available to the City and to determine the best avenue for the City to pursue in either updating its current website or creating a new site with a new web developer taking into consideration costs, ownership of the current website’s content, ownership of the domain names Hyperlink: “http://www. cityofmelrose.com” www.cityofmelrose.com and Hyperlink: “http://www. ci.melrose.mn.us” www.ci.melrose. mn.us, email hosting, and annual fees.

Administrator Brethorst stated that the Committee recommends that the City utilize the services of GovOffice.com which focuses on public sector website solutions and content management technology. The GovOffice system is offered through a partnership which includes the International City/County Management Association (ICMA), League of Minnesota Cities (LMC), and Microsoft Corporation. The Committee felt that the

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GovOffice content management system will be more user friendly and give City staff control of its website. Updating of the current system has been somewhat challenging for staff and quite a bit of the background update work still needs to be done by KDV, the current web developer.

The GovOffice proposal is for $3,375. Upon approval, GovOffice will invoice the City and, upon payment, will contact City staff to schedule online training and to review the steps that follow. The cost for the new website is to be split equally among the City, Utilities, and MADA at a cost of $1,125 each. It was the consensus of MADA at its April 21 meeting to participate in the funding of the website update with its portion of the cost not to exceed $1,500.

This item will be placed on the Utilities Commission’s July 11 meeting agenda for approval to share in these costs. A motion was made by Ms. Mayers, seconded by Mr. Klasen and unanimously carried to approve the GovOffice proposal of $3,375 with the costs being shared equally amongst the City, Utilities, and MADA. Police Chief Jensen requested Council approval to hire Matt Moorman as a part-time Police Officer to replace part-time Officer Gordon Stevens who terminated employment with the City in July, 2010. This hiring will be in conjunction with the Sauk Centre Police Department. Six applications were received from which four individuals were scheduled to be interviewed by Chief Jensen, Sauk Centre Police Chief Brian Friedrichs, and Human Resource Technician Diane Gruber. One of the four applicants withdrew their application prior to being interviewed. The rate of pay for Melrose is recommended to be at start on the Police Officer wage scale, which is $18.26 per hour. Chief Jensen stated it is hopeful that Mr. Moorman’s POST license can be obtained from the state prior to the potential government shutdown on July 1. A motion was made by Mr. Klasen, seconded by Mr. Finken and unanimously carried to approve the hire of Matt Moorman as a part-time officer contingent upon a satisfactory background check, successful pre-employment physical, and drug and alcohol testing.

On April 12, the City received a request from Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc. Local 320 (LELS the Police union) requesting consideration to amend Article 12, Section 12.1 of their Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) via a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to be consistent with non-union Personnel Policy #19 Overtime. On April 21, the Council amended Personnel Policy #19 Overtime to be consistent with the AFSCME (Utilities) CBA. It is the recommendation of the

Ad Hoc Labor and Personnel Committee that the LELS CBA be amended by the MOU to be consistent with Personnel Policy #19 Overtime. A motion was made by Mr. Christenson, seconded by Ms. Mayers and unanimously carried to approve the LELS MOU regarding overtime as recommended by the Ad Hoc Labor and Personnel Committee.

Fire Chief Kraemer requested Council approval to hire Scottie Schmiesing, Jerome Hartsworm, Carl Worms, Mauricio Perez, and Nathan Primus as volunteer fire fighters. Chief Kraemer and other officers of the Department conducted the oral interview and physical agility tests. He noted that hiring of these five individuals is contingent upon them passing a background check and a pre-employment physical.

The hiring of these individuals would bring the Fire Department membership to 28; they are able to have up to 30 members. Chief Kraemer extended an invitation to the men and women of the community to consider becoming a volunteer firefighter. A motion was made

by Mr. Klasen, seconded by Ms. Mayers and unanimously carried to approve the hire of Mr. Schmiesing, Mr. Hartsworm, Mr. Worms, Mr. Perez, and Mr. Primus as volunteer fire fighters contingent upon successful background checks and preemployment physicals.

Administrator Brethorst reported that the Melrose Lions are considering sheeting out the ceiling of the Melrose Lions and Jaycee Community Park Shelter sometime late summer or early fall.

A motion was made by Mr. Christenson, seconded by Mr. Finken and unanimously carried to authorize the Melrose Lions to proceed with the proposed improvements to the park shelter.

Director Harren reported that the Council, at its February 17 meeting, adopted Resolution No. 2011-9, Resolution Requesting Legislation to Change the City of Melrose Public Utilities Commission Membership. Legislation has now been enacted allowing Melrose to increase its Utilities Commission membership size from its current size of three members to any number up to seven members. The actual membership size would be spelled out in the ordinance establishing the Utilities Commission.

Some discussion was then held as to what the Council felt would be an optimal membership of the Utilities Commission. The consensus was that the following parameters be included in the proposed ordinance to be presented for action at a future meeting: 1) The membership is proposed to be increased to a five-member board, of which one member will be a Council Member appointed on an annual basis; 2) The remaining four members would serve staggered four-year terms; 3) Members are to be residents of the City of Melrose.

Staff was instructed to work with

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the City Attorney to draft this ordinance as well as the required resolution accepting the legislation and a recommendation to be made at one of the Council’s upcoming meeting.

Director Walz reported that at the Comprehensive Plan Open House, attendees were encouraged to submit their comments by Friday, July 17. Two comments were received plus staff met with Grove Township Clerk Richard Thull, who was in attendance for the meeting earlier when the Comprehensive Plan mapping was discussed. The Township’s concern was whether the projected growth areas are intended to be City-driven annexation areas or growth areas to be developed at owner request, with the latter being true. Planner Tina Goodroad from Bonestroo prepared a summary of the Open House addressing the comments and concerns raised regarding the draft Comprehensive Plan maps. A motion was made by Mr. Finken, seconded by Mr. Christenson and unanimously carried to approve the draft Comprehensive Plan maps for future land use, growth areas, transportation, and parks and pathways.

Mayor Vogel reported that, at its March 31 meeting, the Council approved the sixth Off-Sale Liquor License to a private business owner. Under Ordinance 113.15 (B) (2) Limitation of number of licenses: the City Council can grant not more than six off-sale liquor licenses at any one time. Nor can the City Council grant more than 10 on-sale liquor licenses at any one time, of which not more than five of said on-sale licenses may be issued to exclusive liquor stores. The City currently has a total of seven on-sale licenses of which two are exclusive. This allows for three more exclusive licenses or three general on-sale licenses. Public Hearings had been held on June 25, 2009 and March 17, 2011 concerning the number of on-sale and off-sale licenses that are currently allowed in the City. However, recently a resident had asked that the Council again revisit this issue to limit the number of liquor licenses within the City. After considerable discussion, a motion was made by Mr. Christenson, seconded by Mr. Klasen, and unanimously carried to make no changes to the existing liquor ordinance.

Since the Council took action at its May 19 meeting adopting Resolution No. 2011-23, Resolution Ordering the Razing of a Hazardous Building Located at 306 East Second Street South, CitiMortgage, ASTA Funding, Freeport State Bank, and Seth Peterson have been personally served with copies of the resolution requiring Mr. Peterson, as the property’s owner according to Stearns County, to demolish the structure within 30 days of service which was June 7. In addition, an official copy of the resolution was mailed to the law firm of Usset,

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Administrator Brethorst reported that the gas franchise agreement between CenterPoint Energy and the City of Melrose will expire on August 5, 2011. CenterPoint Energy has submitted a model ordinance for review and comment. Staff and City Attorney Dymoke have reviewed the document and incorporated recommended changes and submitted the revisions to CenterPoint Energy for review and comment. A response has not been received from CenterPoint at the time of agenda preparation. This proposed gas franchise agreement renewal will be placed on an upcoming Council meeting for action.

Administrator Brethorst requested that the Council give consideration to rescheduling the August 18 Regular meeting and the September 15 Regular meeting due to scheduling conflicts. He stated he may be on military leave the week of August 15-19. The 2012 preliminary budget and levy will be presented at the August meeting and Administrator Brethorst wishes to be present for the review. It was noted that the preliminary budget and tax levy must be adopted and submitted to the County Auditor by no later than September 15. In order to meet this deadline staff recommended rescheduling the September 15 meeting to Thursday, September 8 or early the following week. A motion was made by Ms. Mayers, seconded by Mr. Finken and unanimously carried to approve rescheduling the August and September meetings to August 25 and September 8 respectively.

Council Member Mayers stated she had requested that the process of animal licensing be discussed due to comments and concerns from residents regarding animal licensing and imposed late

fees. The major concern from residents was the late fee of $15, which in effect doubles the license fee for a spayed or neutered animal. Some residents felt that they were not properly notified of the need to purchase these licenses prior to May 31 to avoid the late fee. Chief Jensen stated that a notice was published and an insert was mailed with the May utility billings. Some of the residents noted they had not been made aware through these methods. Some alternate methods of notification were discussed, including a mass emailing.

Chief Jensen noted, however, that the City has been holding the animal license renewal period during the month of May for many years. Concerns have also been raised regarding the doubled cost for an unspayed or unneutered animal. Chief Jensen was on hand to explain the reasons behind the entire animal license program and that it is part of being a responsible pet owner. Staff was asked to further research this issue and to make recommendation to the Council at the time the fee schedule is updated for the 2012 budgeting period.

Next discussed was information from City Administrator Brethorst regarding the possible purchase of a building along the Lake Wobegon Trail and its potential use as a trailhead building.

Administrator Brethorst stated that the former Amoco Standard Station, currently occupied by Benchmark Realty and owned by the Central Minnesota Credit Union (CMCU), is slated for auction on July 19. The property is located at the intersection of Main Street and Second Ave SE. He requested authorization to contact various stakeholders to determine interest in potential partnering opportunities to share in the original cost along with ongoing maintenance and operation costs of the trailhead. The City’s Strategic Plan included a trailhead to be located along the Lake Wobegon Trail which this could be.

Mr. Klasen felt this property should remain commercial so as to continue to generate taxes. He also questioned whether this was a good fiscal time to be

taking reserve funds to purchase property versus keeping these funds to help meet difficult budgetary periods in the future. Mayor Vogel felt that this would be a very desirable spot for a trailhead to be located. Mr. Finken stated it might be helpful in drawing people into the City, as Melrose would be the first of the communities along the Lake Wobegon Trail to have a nice trailhead with public restrooms, etc. Mr. Christenson stated there would be no harm in further researching costs, partnering options, etc. It was the consensus of the Council to authorize staff to further research the potential and drawbacks of this property.

The following informational items were then reviewed: a. MADA/COC’s April 25 Regular Meeting minutes. b. Utilities Commission’s May 9 Regular Meeting minutes and the May 26 Special Meeting with Industry minutes. c. The performance evaluations were completed for the City Clerk/ Administrative Assistant, Human Resource/Payroll Technician, Secretary Receptionist, Office Assistant/Receptionist, and Billing Clerk. All evaluations were favorable, no step increases are due. d. The Stearns County Highway Department has prepared its Preliminary Five Year Highway Construction Program. The Stearns County Highway Department is giving consideration to adding County Highway 13 or 2nd Avenue SE to the County Five Year Highway Plan for the year 2017. This project would be a cost share between the County, City and Utility. At this time costs have not been identified. The Five Year Plan also includes the resurfacing of County Road 170 in 2012 and County Road 173 in 2015. These projects would be funded by the County.

A motion was made by Mr. Finken, seconded by Mr. Klasen and unanimously carried that the meeting be adjourned at 8:30 p.m.

Patricia Haase, City Clerk

Kringen’s Korner - By Jon Kringen, LPGE Superintendent

Concussion Testing: Concussions in student-athletes have been become a major concern for students, parents, coaches and schools. This week’s column will discuss a new program being implemented by the school to manage concussion injuries.

The LPGE School will be implementing a software tool called ImPACT (Immediate Post Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing). ImPACT is a computerized exam utilized in many professional, collegiate, and high school sports programs across the country to successfully diagnose and manage concussions. If an athlete is believed to have suffered a head injury during competition, ImPACT is used to help determine the severity of head injury and when the injury has fully healed.

The computerized exam is given to athletes before beginning contact sport practice or competition. This non-invasive test is set up in “video-game” type format and takes about

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If a concussion is suspected, the athlete will be required to re-take the test. Both the preseason and post-injury test data is given to a local doctor or, to help evaluate the injury.

The information gathered can also be shared with your family doctor. The test data will enable these health professionals to determine when return-to-play is appropriate and safe for the injured athlete.

We will be testing the following high school level sports: Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Gymnastics, Hockey, Wrestling, Baseball, Softball and some Track events. The first year of the testing program is supported by a grant from CentraCare Health System.

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Hometown News • Thursday, August 11, 2011 • Page 11

When Marino Marini was a young man, he fashioned, in bronze the first in a series of a man on a horse. The rider appears happy and hopeful.

But as Marini grew older, the riders appear less confident and less cheerful.

Reflecting on the changes, the artist said, “If you look at my statues of the last twelve years, you’ll notice that the feeling of panic increased. In every figure, I tried to express a deepening sense of enslavement by uncontrollable forces.”

But God wants you to trust, not tremble; to be victors, not victims. “He makes us victorious through Jesus Christ our Lord.”

Local Library Events

Upsala Library Botswana with Nikki Johnson: Wednesday, Aug. 17, 6:30-8:00 p.m. for families, teens and adults. Johnson recently traveled through the southern African country of Botswana, a relatively prosperous and peaceful nation with a democratically elected government. It is also the home of the popular No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency fiction series written by Alexander McCall Smith. Johnson will present her experiences through slides, dress, language and commentary.

Movie Night: Friday, Aug. 19, 6:308:00 p.m. for children in third grade and older, with their families, are invited to enjoy a laugh-filled feature length movie and popcorn at the library.

For more information visit the Upsala Community Calendar at www.cityofupsala.com or contact the Upsala Public Library at 320-573-4282.

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3 FAMILY GARAGE SALE: 8/13 Angler Tr. on Big Birch Lake (Hunters Bay) household, clothes, tools, antiques.

GARAGE & PRODUCE SALE: Aug. 11th 4-8 pm, Aug. 12th 8-8 pm, Aug. 13th 8-12 pm. John Rakotz residence, 2 1/2 mi SE of Upsala.

HOLDINGFORD GARAGE SALE: Lots of girls to 2T, womens, mens, toys, tiller. Aug. 18-20; 8-5. 4th St. Signs posted.

UPSALA SALE: 107 Main St., Aug. 12 & 13, 8 am. Furniture and good junk.

GARAGE SALE: Aug. 12-13th from 7-5, 715 Main Street East, Freeport. Signs posted.

GARAGE SALE: Aug. 12 & 13. Lots of misc. items, men’s stuff, & small furniture.

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LOST: Walking cane. Please call Robert Bruggenthies at 320-285-2895.

FOUND: Chevy key with remote at Village View Apts. near gardens. Call Dennis 320-285-4214.

FREE: 2 tables, 3 upholstered chairs, 1 full headboard, 1 stove, 1 clothes dryer, 1 baby stroller, exercise equipment. Call 320-2854965.

WANTED TO BUY: Good slaughter cows, big bulls, also lumpjaw, foundered, lame steers, etc. (Pay with green.) Henry Kasper, 320-547-9913.

8/11P WANTED: Small table top card rack for displaying greeting cards. Call 320-2852289.

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WANTED: British motorcycles or parts.

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FOR SALE: Sawdust, great for bedding young stock, horses. Call Brian, 320-3933551, location Sauk Rapids.

9/1P DEER STANDS: Enclosed, camo, 5’x5’, 15’ tall, wheel kits available. Quiet, warm, safe, stairwell membrane, roof. Free brochure. $895. Call 320-815-9898. 8/25P FOR SALE: Vermeer 605F round baler $1200; Case side rake, $250; fuel oil barrel $50; Dodge van $1500. Call 320-732-2272 evenings.

FOR SALE: Crestliner 16’ fishing/ski boat, 1984 Johnson 70 hp, fair condition, $2,600 or B/O. Call 320-285-4965. 8/18

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GARAGE SALE: Aug. 19 & 20; 720-4th Street West, Holdingford, Peleske Residence, Boys clothes and lots of misc. items.

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FOR SALE: Small black computer desk, $25; great for college. Call 320-250-9516.

FOR SALE: 2003 paddle boat, very good condition, new $525, sell $50, Little Birch Lake. Call 320-285-2652.

FOR SALE: 9N tractor, $2,700; 8N tractor, $2,500. Call 320-285-2308.

FOR SALE: Ford tractor 9N, runs good, asking $1,695; picnic table, $35. Call 320259-0917.

FOR SALE: John Deere 108 mower, $350. Call 320-360-9689.

FOR SALE: 22 sheets of used galvanized steel, 18’x33” $15 each. Call 320-6302223.

FOR SALE: 2 two year old Jersey Heifers exposed to bull, $650 or B/O each. Call 320-293-2303, Upsala.

FOR SALE: Tire P225-16 R16, kitchen cupboard 103” upper and lower, butcher block design counter top, sink, faucet. Call 320-632-4387. Would be excellent storage unit.

FOR SALE: Firewood, cut, split, dry, also boiler wood, $100 cord. Call 320-8452043, leave message. tfn FOR SALE: 3x3x8’ square grass hay, 4’x5’ rounds, net wrapped, stored inside, also corn and wheat straw, delivery available. Call 320-761-0734. tfn FOR RENT: In south Texas, 2 bedroom mobile home for Winter Texans, completely furnished. Call 320-492-8032.

9/8P HOME FOR SALE: In Melrose (east side) next to the Wobegon Trail, 4BR/1.75BA, attached double garage, $117,000. Call 320-266-0861.

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Upsala Heritage Days Festival August 13-14, 2011 Saturday, August 13 Events: Parade

- 8 a.m. Upsala 5K Run & Walk

- 10:30 a.m. Parade - (Prize for best Theme Float) Red -- Green Theme (Plus Duct Tape)

Grand Marshall’s: 2010-2011 Champion Upsala High Boys Basketball Team

Special Guests: Alexandria Aces Basketball team

- Upsala Historical Society - 11:30 a.m. Live Concert by Grey Eagle Community Chorus, followed by lunch & Tours at Borgstrom House Museum, - 1:30 p.m. Raffle at Borgstrom House Museum

- Party In The Park -

(following the parade) - Fabulous Car Show Inflatables - Food Booths - Petting Zoo - Beer Garden Bean Bag Tournament - Kids Fun Run - FFA Kids Pedal Pull Cookie Wheel-of-Fortune - Community Celebrity Dunk Tank -1:00 p.m. - Alexandria Aces - (Harlem Globe Trotters Style) Street Basket Ball demonstration with Audience Participation - 2:30 p.m. Fire Department Water Fights, Followed by KIDS Water Fights

- Evening Party At Rec. Building Come & Enjoy:

Fireworks

- Kickball Tournament - Food Beer Garden - Bean Bag Tournament - DJ music 10 p.m. Fireworks Sponsored by Upsala Legion & Lions

Sunday, August 14 Events: 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Waffle Feed (for Upsala Community Center) at school 10 a.m. Community Worship Service at school Guest Speaker: Pastor Merrill Kindall - Served Community Covenant from 1969 -1972 1:00 p.m. Community Threshing Bee at Dennis Westrich’s, East of Upsala