Hometown News December 22, 2016

Hometown News

Thursday, December 22, 2016

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Vol. 16: Issue 34

Wishing You A Blessed Holiday!

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New Year’s Eve SEAFOOD BUFFET

On The Inside...

Harvey Mackay Tom Kuehne Obituaries: Terres, Buecker, Crain,

Pogatchnik, Peschel Dave Says Local Municipality Minutes Melrose City, Burnhamville Township

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Game plan for success -By Harvey Mackay

M y definition of success is having a predetermined plan, successfully carrying it out over a long period of time and having a good time doing it.

That’s what John Calipari does as the men’s basketball coach at the University of Kentucky. Coach Cal is able to recruit the country’s top highschool talent with this simple message: “Commit to each other, be about each other without sacrificing your goals and by doing this you can achieve all your dreams and more.”

Because many of his players are one and done – meaning they leave for the pros after their freshman season – Coach Cal views each new team like a start-up business due to a constant flow of new players, meaning new relationships and new challenges. His job is to mold them into championship material when the season comes to an end in the spring.

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I read Coach Cal’s new book, “Success Is the Only Option: The Art of Coaching Extreme Talent” and discovered that it contains lessons for CEOs, business owners, coaches, teachers and leaders of all kinds.

First you have to assemble the talent, as Coach Cal writes: “Talent matters. There’s no way around it. But the gold standard is to get your talented team to play with desperation.” He says that he looks for players that have a purpose.

“I always ask my players: What’s your why? Why do you want to have success? Is it just for fame and fortune, and if you attained that, who would it be for? … What’s driving them forward is a cause bigger than their own selfinterest.”

When I was building my envelope manufacturing company, I looked for employees who embraced TGIM – Thank God It’s Monday. I wanted people who were excited to come to work.

Similarly, Coach Cal writes: “When I’m recruiting, I’m looking for a kid who’s alive. He’s got a bounce in his step. A smile on his face. Love for his teammates.” He mentions a former player who “came into the gym every day like it was Christmas morning.”

Passion and persistence are common themes, at the top of the list of the skills you need to excel whether you’re in sales, playing basketball or any other profession. There simply is no substitute. If you don’t have an intense, burning desire for what you are doing, there’s no way you’ll be able to work the long, hard hours it takes to become successful.

Calipari looks for an athlete’s spirit

and appetite for work. He wants players who have a pure love of the game and a fierce will to get better, plus the right physical attributes.

“You have to learn to love the grind,” Calipari writes. “Loving the grind and feeling fulfilled at the end of a hard day should be part of the culture that extreme talent embraces.”

Another important business principle that Coach Cal touches on is trust. He writes, “For a coach, there is nothing more unsettling than having a point guard you can’t trust.”

To me, trust is the most important word in business. Trust is central to doing business with anyone. Without it, you have another word that begins with T: Trouble.

Coach Cal also touches on selfconfidence, which I believe is extremely important in almost every aspect of our lives. Confidence enables you to perform to the best of your abilities, without the fear of failure holding you back.

He talks about “red flags,” starting with respect. When he is recruiting someone, he takes note of how the player treats family members. If he shows any disrespect, he moves on.

I’ve found that treating people with respect begins at the top of an organization. Senior managers set the stage by treating each other and their subordinates with respect. Be respectful or be regretful.

Another red flag is playing the blame game. We live in a rampant culture of blaming others for our problems. “Truly owning up to our mistakes is a learned behavior, a part of growing up,” writes Calipari.

Harvey Mackay continued to pg 3

Upcoming Events

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31 • Long Prairie Chamber Orchestra Concert & Fundraising Event starting at 5 p.m. at the Long Prairie-Grey Eagle Secondary School.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2 • American Red Cross from 1-7 p.m. at the Freeport Community Center.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18 • Race on Trace, Grey Eagle.

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.

FEET FIRST CLINIC • Meets every 1st Tuesday morning at

Holdingford City Hall.

FOOD DISTRIBUTION • Ruby’s Pantry Food Distribution first Saturday of the Month from 10-11 a.m. at River of Live Church, Sauk Centre.

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

FREEPORT SENIOR MEETING • Meets the third Thursday of the month at 1:30 p.m. with cards/Bingo/lunch.

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

GREY EAGLE SENIORS • Exercise Classes every Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 9:30 a.m. at the Grey Eagle Senior Center.

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

HELPING HANDS EXERCISE • Exercise and Line Dancing meets every Wednesday at 9:15 a.m., Holdingford City Hall.

HELPING HANDS COM. LUNCH • Meets the first Wednesday of the month at 2 p.m. at the Holdingford Legion.

SUNSHINE CLUB • Meets every Monday, weigh in at 9 a.m. at the Village View Apartments, Grey Eagle.

ST. CLOUD SINGLES CLUB • Dance & Activities every third Friday from 8-12 at the Waite Park Legion.

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 at 7 p.m.

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

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

UPSALA COMMUNITY CENTER • Exercise Program every Monday at 10:15 a.m.

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

Temperatures Date

12/14 12/15 12/16 12/17 12/18 12/19

High 9 1 11 5 -1 24

Low -8 -18 3 -21 -26 -1

Friday

Partly sunny.

High: 32 Low: 14

Weekend Weather Saturday

Partly sunny.

High: 27 Low: 21

Sunday

Cloudy, snow.

High: 33 Low: 19

Hometown News • Thursday, December 22, 2016 • Page 3

“The Good Old Days” -By Tom Kuehne

Are you stressed?

The cool weather of winter is here. We now have a whole new subject of conversation.

We are able to see if our backyard temperature is lower than our friend’s temperature reading.

This temperature discussion can consume as much as 10 minutes at a table in the local cafe. The discussion will probably include stories about colder temperatures in our memories and how we were able to survive them. Sometimes the stories are told year after year and it is possible that our memories cause the reported temperatures to drop a little each time the story is told.

The clothing worn in past years was somewhat different than the modern day cold weather gear. I find the footwear of yesteryear be very different. Many of us can remember cotton socks, home-knit wool socks and felt shoes all stuffed into four buckle overshoe, sometimes called “swampers.” For those of you who don’t remember, the cotton socks were put on the foot first to absorb any foot perspiration. These were followed by the home knit wool stockings. The felt shoes were than pulled onto the feet, followed by the four buckle overshoes.

Together, these foot coverings made you feel that you were walking around with overstuffed feet, but they were warm.

Wool was the cold weather gear of choice. We had home-knit wool mittens either to be warn as mittens or as liners in our leather mittens. We had

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Cold Weather Clothes

wool caps with ear flaps that buckled down to keep our heads warm. We had wool “long johns”, which were actually a full body suit. They had buttons on the front and a flap in the back for convenience purposes. Some were red and others were white with gray flecks.

We also had wool overhauls with straps over the shoulders. These clothing items were very difficult to take off when we came in for dinner, so we ate quick and went back outside.

A sheepskin coat was actually quite primitive, but it did keep you warm. It was a coat built from tanned, hair on, sheep hides. It was quite heavy, but extremely warm. If you were outside standing still, it was perfect. However if you were doing much physical activity, it was probably better carried rather than worn. I think it would weigh more than 15 pounds.

Ladies also used long wool socks and sometimes a form of wool underwear along with wool sweaters for warmth. In years past, women didn’t usually wear pants or slacks as they commonly do today, they usually wore a dress and a long wool coat.

A wool scarf wrapped around the head, tall leather boots and home-knit wool mittens to keep the hands warm completed the attire.

Today’s synthetic fabrics have replaced much of the wool items, however those who have access to wool clothing, still feel it is warmer and more comfortable.

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Grey Eagle United Methodist Church

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Saturday, Dec. 24 • 4:00 PM

Sunday, Dec. 25 • 9:00 AM: Informal Christmas Worship Service The Grey Eagle United Methodist Church is located at Todd County Roads 2 and 47

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Harvey Mackay continued from page 2

Finally, Coach Cal talks about creating joy. “From the moment my players arrive, we talk about the concept of how we create joy in our lives. True joy, I tell them, comes from being a giver. On the court, among their teammates, when they are off the court and out in the world, I want every one of them to be a person who lifts up others.”

Mackay’s Moral: Success is not just the only option, it’s the best option.

Reprinted with permission from nationally syndicated columnist Harvey Mackay, author of the New York Times

Meditation can change your life!

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THANK YOU! Thank you to all the current and previous donors as well as the volunteers!

Since no one responded to help head up any of the Community Builders Activities/Events, the organization will come to a close on December 31, 2016.

All left over funds will be donated to the Grey Eagle/Burtrum Lions Club.

Thank you,

Community Builders - Grey Eagle/Burtrum Area

FREE NURSING ASSISTANT in TRAINING CLASS Includes Paid Classroom Time!

Classes: Cost of class/course is covered by CCH-Melrose and CCH-Sauk Centre (Classes are held at CentraCare-Melrose).

Attendance to all classes is required to pass the course.

Class Dates/Times: Friday, February 24th Saturday & Sunday, February 25 & 26th Friday, March, 3rd Saturday & Sunday, March 4 & 5th Friday, March 10th Saturday & Sunday, March 11 & 12th Friday, March 17th Saturday & Sunday, March 18 & 19th

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State Test Dates: TBD Class/Pre-Employment Requirements: The interview for this program may include a pre-employment screen and a conversation about your interest in this job and training opportunity. Candidates who are interviewed and selected for this position will receive a conditional job offer and will need to successfully complete the pre-employment health screen and criminal background check prior to beginning the program. If the previous requirements are successfully completed, candidates will receive their employment schedule. *Students who do not pass the state test may be responsible for the cost of retesting.

To Apply: Visit www.centracare.com and follow the instructions in the Employment Section, Career Opportunities, choose the facility that you would like to be considered for employment “CentraCare Health-Melrose OR CentraCare Health-Sauk Centre”. The position title will be “Nursing Assistant in Training”.

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Bertha C. Buecker

Obituaries Peter F. Terres

Peter F. Terres, age 91 of Melrose, died peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, December 15, 2016 at the St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud, Minnesota.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11 a.m. Monday, December 19 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Meire Grove with Rev. Marvin Enneking officiating. Interment was at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Melrose following the lunch.

Peter Frank Terres was born September 28, 1925 in St. Martin Township, Stearns County, Minnesota to Frank and Harriet (Shay) Terres. He was united in marriage to Dorine Rieland on August 24, 1948 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in New Munich. Peter worked at Munson Feed Co. Inc. as a salesman for 19 years and in 1967, he purchased Munson Feed Co. Inc. He also owned and operated Quality Turkey Inc. and Melrose Turkey

Farm. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, bird watching, listening to Country and Christian Music, and most of all, spending time with his family.

Peter was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church where he was a Eucharistic Minister for many years. He was a member of Knights of Columbus Council #1633, Catholic United Financial, Melrose Lions Club, and the Melrose Chamber of Commerce.

Survivors include his children, Connie (Dennis) Loecken of Dent, Sharon (Roger) Schiffler of Aitkin, Joan (Jim) Schlenner of St. Cloud, Lori (Mike) Baltes of Bloomington, Cindy (Robert) Scepaniak of Holdingford, Pete (Susan) Terres Jr. of Melrose, and Mike Terres of Melrose; 19 grandchildren and 15 greatgrandchildren.

Peter was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Dorine Terres on May 24, 2013; and sister, Leonora Muske.

Serving as casket bearers were Russell Loecken, Ryan Loecken, Kyle Schiffler, David Baltes, Samuel Baltes, Paul Baltes, Robert Scepaniak II, Adam Scepaniak, and Joshua Terres. Honorary bearers were Sara Schiffler, Pamela Shaver, Jennifer O’Connell, Melissa Maloney, Rachel Mcnellis, Jenna Terres, Elizabeth Blomker, and Jacquelin Blomker. Cross bearer was Landon Terres and scripture bearer was Holly Terres. Gift bearers were Holly Terres and Jenna Terres.

Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral & Cremation Services of Melrose.

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Merry Christmas from BJ, Nina and Staff Wishing Everyone a Safe & Merry Christmas!

Christmas Eve: Closing at 6 PM

Come Ring in the New Year with Us New Year’s Eve FREE Champagne at Midnight Drink Specials Drink of the Month: BUD LIGHT Aluminum Bottles $ 3.00/each

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BURGER NIGHT

Burgers $1.50 • Fries $1.50

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Under New Ownership: Craig Heidgerken

Lunch Specials: 11 AM-1 PM Fri., Dec. 23: Cheeseburger & Fries Mon., Dec. 26: Off the Menu Tues., Dec. 27: Hamburger Stroganoff over Mashed Potatoes Wed., Dec. 28: Grilled Chicken Sandwich on Grilled Cranberry Bread w/Fries Thurs., Dec. 29: Hamburger Vegetable Soup with a Hamburger Fri., Dec. 30: Cheeseburger & Fries Christmas Eve: Open Until 8:00 PM Christmas Day: Open at Noon

Choose your own meats and veggies, sauce and noodles. Watch as our chef's cook and toss your dish in our dining room! Fun dinner for all ages!

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Bertha C. Bueckers, age 73 of Melrose, died peacefully surrounded by her family after complications from Parkinson’s Disease on M o n d a y , December 19, 2016 at the St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud,

Minnesota.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 23 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church Freeport with Rev. Marvin Enneking officiating and Rev. Julius Beckermann, O.S.B. concelebrating. Interment will be held in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Melrose.

Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday and from 8 to 9:30 a.m.

Friday at the Patton-Schad Funeral Home in Melrose. Parish prayers will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday evening at the funeral home.

Bertha Catherine Doll was born July 4, 1943 in St. Martin, Minnesota to Henry and Anna (Fuchs) Doll. On May 7, 1963, she was united in marriage to Ervin Bueckers at St. Benedict’s Catholic

Mildred A. Crain

Mildred A. Crain 87, of Paynesville formerly of Burtrum and Coon Rapids, died on Saturday, December 17, 2016, at Koronis Manor in Paynesville. Her funeral service was held at 11:00 am Wednesday, December 21, 2016 at Grace United Methodist Church in Paynesville. Burial was at Moses Dane Cemetery in Burtrum.

Mildred Ann Crain was born on July 17, 1929, in Burtrum, Minnesota, the daughter of Harry and Ella (Walker) Slimmer. She grew up in Burtrum where she attended elementary school, and graduated from Grey Eagle High School.

On September 4, 1949, Mildred was united in marriage to Estel Crain at her parent’s home in Burtrum. This union was blessed with three daughters. The family made their home in Coon Rapids.

In 1961, Estel was in a serious car accident forcing him to stay home with the girls and Mildred to begin working.

She worked as an inspector for Univac

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in Roseville. Mildred worked there for over 30 years before her retirement in 1992. In 1991, Estel passed away. They shared in 42 years of marriage before his death.

Mildred was a member of the Coon Rapids VFW Auxiliary for over 30 years.

She was a Campfire Girls Leader, and a member of the Moses Dane Relief Corps No. 55. Mildred enjoyed traveling, reading, going to garage sales, listening to country music, and cheering for the Twins and Vikings. Above all else Mildred loved spending time with her family.

Mildred is survived by her daughters: Cheryl (Arnie) Veldkamp of Hawick, Pamela (Dale) Ehrenberg of Burtrum, and Ella Mae (Rick) Even of Princeton, TX; grandchildren, Kevin (Rhonda) Veldkamp, Dustin (special friend Tricia) Veldkamp, Tye (Kileigh) Even, and Mellody (John) Weber; 11 great -grandchildren; two great-greatgrandchildren, and many nephews and nieces.

Mildred was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and siblings: Donald Slimmer, Martha Richardson, Dorothy “Dot” Pearson, Harry Slimmer Jr., Kenneth Slimmer, and John Slimmer.

NEW YEAR’S EVE

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Nightly Specials Monday: (4:30-9 pm) 1/3 Burger Night $2.00

(fresh not frozen) Tuesday: (4:30-9 pm) Regular or Hot Wings 40¢ ea.

• Boneless 60¢ ea.

Wednesday: (4:30-9:30 pm) Pizza $13.00 * includes 2 domestic beers or 2 well drinks Thursday: (4:30-9 pm) Chicken Strip Night $5.50 Friday: (5-9 pm) Steak Night • 6 oz. Regular Steak $6.75 • 6 oz. Garlic Steak $7.25 *Both served with Baked Potato, Coleslaw & Toast Saturday: (4-8 pm) 1/4 lb. Hamburger $1.50

(fresh not frozen) Sunday: (Open 11 am) Game Day • Happy Hour Prices During Game • Pot Luck Snacks

Church in Avon. Bertha and Erv owned and operated Buecker’s Recycling and Buecker’s City Sanitation. Bertha was very active in the community where she was involved with the local food shelves and Project Give a Gift. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose. Bertha enjoyed traveling and loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband of 53 years, Ervin Bueckers of Melrose; sons, Ervin (Selena) Bueckers, Jr. of Melrose and Brian (Melissa) Bueckers, Sr. of Avon; grandchildren, Corey (Cheryl), Kyle (Kayla), Eric, Tiffany, Ashley (Robert), Amber, and Brian, Jr. “B.J.” (Leah) Bueckers; five greatgrandchildren and two step greatgrandchildren; brothers, Donald “Clem” (Mary) Doll of Avon and Roman (Sheila) Doll of Melrose; and sisters, Leona (Ronald) Maidl of Avon and Lorraine (Clarence) Fischer of Melrose.

Bertha was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Anna Doll.

Serving as casket bearers will be Corey, Kyle, Eric, Tiffany, Brian Jr., and Ashley Bueckers. Cross bearer will be Amber Bueckers.

Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral & Cremation Services of Melrose.

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Hometown News • Thursday, December 22, 2016 • Page 5

Victor Pogatchnik, Jr. Mass of Christian Burial was held at 12 noon on Saturday, December 17, 2016 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in St. Anthony celebrating the life of Victor Pogatchnik, Jr. age 80 who died on Tuesday, December 13, 2016 at the St. Cloud Hospital. Reverend Cletus Connors, OSB and Reverend Scott Pogatchnik concelebrated. Burial was in the parish cemetery. Military Honors were provided by Albany Legion Post 482 and the Minnesota National Guard.

Victor Pogatchnik, Jr. was born to Victor and Inez (Barry) Pogatchnik, Sr. on June 14, 1936, at home in Krain Township, Stearns County, Minnesota.

Victor Jr. was baptized at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in St. Anthony where he remained a lifelong member. He served as a lay reader there for many years as well as on the Parish Council and other parish committees.

He attended school at the nearby St. Anthony District 98 country school through 8th grade and graduated valedictorian from Albany High School in 1953. Victor was in the Army Reserves from 1954-1962 and served with distinction in the U.S. Army on active duty from 1955-1957.

On November 5, 1960, Victor was united in marriage to Mary Catherine Redmond in Rochester, Minnesota.

Shortly thereafter, Victor and Mary returned to the family farm (homesteaded in 1875) in Krain Township and purchased it in 1967. Their marriage was blessed with five children, Victor, twins Denise and Donna, Cathy, and Bob. Mary died in 2001 after 40 years of marriage.

For several years, he served on the Stearns County Planning Commission and was a member of Albany American

Legion Post 482, serving in their Memorial Rifle Guard. Along with collecting and shooting firearms, he also supported the sport as a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association and member of the Birch Lake Gun Club.

Victor’s favorite pastime of all was visiting with people, including family, neighbors, friends and complete strangers. He especially enjoyed visits from his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father Victor, on May 22, 1992, and mother Inez on November 7, 1946; wife Mary on December 10, 2001; son, Victor T. III on October 3, 2001; siblings, Marie Winter, June (Philip) Ney, Corrine (Herbert) Zimmermann, and John Pogatchnik; brothers-in-law, Lawrence Marolt, Arthur Redmond, and Patrick (Eileen) Redmond.

Victor is survived by his loving family: children, Denise Pogatchnik, Sartell; Donna (Todd) Kreger, Milaca; Catherine “Cathy” (Rick) Rettig, Cedar; and Robert “Bob” (Nancy Armstrong) Pogatchnik, St. Anthony; grandchildren Jessica (Eric) Nesius, Joshua Pogatchnik, Michelle (Tim) Evans, Kristen Halvorson, Scott Halvorson, Kyle (Brittany) Kreger, Kayla (Jonathon) Quinn, Trisha (John Raway) Rettig, and Lindsey (Subhani) Syed; and nine great-grandchildren, including 2 sets of twins. Also survived by siblings, LaVerne Marolt, Ardell (Alexander) Nadesan, Joseph (Eileen) Pogatchnik, Patricia (Jerome) Welters, Jean (James) Ramacher; sisters-in-law, Ann Redmond, CSJ and Carol McInnes; brother-in-law, George Winter; and daughter-in-law, Tammie Sharp.

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The family of Sylverius Rademacher would like to say Thank You to all family members, relatives and friends for their prayers, acts of kindness, condolences, the food, flowers and cards given to us at the time of his death. Thank you to the staff at Fairway Pines Assisted Living in Sauk Centre, the staff at the Sauk Centre CentraCare Nursing Home, Hospital and Clinic for the care given to him.

Thank you to Fr. Mitchell Bechtold for the beautiful service, the Resurrection Choir for the music, Patton-Schad Funeral Home for their caring service and the volunteers who prepared the delicious meal at the American Legion.

Your many acts of kindness were truly appreciated and will not be forgotten.

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Rosanne M. Peschel

Rosanne M. Peschel, age 65 of Minneapolis, formerly of Melrose and Grey Eagle, died Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 20 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Grey Eagle with Rev. Ron Dockendorf officiating. Inurnment was in the parish cemetery.

Rosanne Mary Peschel was born September 2, 1951 in Sauk Centre, Minnesota to Robert and Hazel (Harris) Peschel. She graduated from Melrose High School and then earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in costume design at the University of Minnesota. Rosanne was a longtime resident of Minneapolis. She enjoyed nature and always had a friendly greeting for everyone she met.

Survivors include her brothers and sister, Steven (Katie) Peschel of Victoria,

Marilyn (James) Bigalke of Hudson, Wisconsin, and David (Carla) Peschel of St. Cloud; and several nieces and nephews.

Rosanne was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Hazel Peschel; and brother, Lynn Peschel.

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By Heather Spears Kallus Advent begins - single digits of December, In the hustle and the bustle, there’s something to remember.

It’s all about the gifts, many will say, Paper, bows, and boxes on sale every day.

What to get? What to buy?

Hurry, scurry - no time for hi.

It’s about the gifts underneath the tree, One for him, one for her, a couple more for me.

Push and shove, the hunt is on, But where’s the love? Where’s it gone?

I don’t believe it’s gone for good, I think it’s there misunderstood.

Don’t fret; don’t worry - the presents are great, But there’s more to it. You’ll see.

Please wait.

It’s about the gifts; I could not agree more, And, we should give more than we’ve ever before.

The gifts of selfless love and that of fervent prayer, Which can be given and received absolutely anywhere.

We can love because He loved us first, For love, so many, hunger and thirst.

By allowing God’s love to flow freely out, We’ll begin to see what His love is about.

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Love is a choice, not a feeling that goes, It’s the perfect gift and doesn’t even need bows.

Love desires what’s best for sisters and brothers, Love is kind and it’s patient, not jealous of others.

If someone offers prayer for you this very year, I’m certain you’ll be smiling - from ear to ear.

It’s about the gifts; but please let us remember, It’s gifts of love and prayer. They’ll last beyond December.

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Hometown News • Thursday, December 22, 2016 • Page 7

Dave Says -By Dave Ramsey

Dear Dave, him. I can understand that. But if you How do had $10,000 set aside for emergencies, you feel about you’d have the security of knowing that using layaway a transmission repair on the car or a programs? new water heater for the house would

-Jay only be a minor inconvenience — and Dear Jay, you wouldn’t have to go back into debt I’m not to make things right again. a huge fan of Explain to him that what you’d layaway plans, like to do is replace the credit cards because they’re with your own money. You’d also be not really the replacing what they do with a debit solution to a card. Ask him if there’s a reasonable problem. What’s amount you two could have in the bank wrong with that would take away his worry and just saving up and buying stuff when stress. Talk it out, agree on the amount, you have the cash? I mean, Christmas and then agree that when you’ve saved comes at the same time every year, you up and hit that number, the cards get cut know? It’s not like it snuck up on you. up and the accounts are closed.

I know there are rare instances Just be patient and understanding. when particular items are on sale, and Above all, make sure you work you can take advantage of it through together. If he’s recognized the wisdom layaway if you don’t have the cash of getting out of debt and taking control at the moment. I don’t really have a of your finances, he’s moving in the problem with that kind of thing in rare right direction! instances. But I would not, under any

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Christmas is not a time nor a season, but a state of mind. To cherish peace and goodwill, to be plenteous in mercy, is to have the real spirit of Christmas.

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And while they were there, the time came for her baby to be born. She gave birth to her first child, a son. She wrapped him snugly in strips of cloth and laid him in a manger, because there was no lodging available for them.

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Suddenly, the angel was joined by a vast host of others—the armies of heaven—praising God and saying, “Glory to God in highest heaven, and peace on earth to those with whom God is pleased.”

When the angels had returned to heaven, the shepherds said to each other, “Let’s go to Bethlehem! Let’s see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.”

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Let experience teach you Whether it’s those mistakes you’ve made or the unexpected trials that knocked you off your feet, learning from them can be fuel for future success.

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Hometown News • Thursday, December 22, 2016 • Page 9

Local Municipality Minutes To publish minutes, email to htnews@meltel.net

Melrose City November 17, 2016 The Melrose City Council met in a Regular Meeting on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at the Melrose City Center pursuant to due notice being given thereof.

Present were Council Members Jenny Mayers, Tony Klasen, Dick Christenson, Josh Thieschafer, and Mayor Joe Finken, City Administrator Michael Brethorst, Planning and Development Director Mike Creelman and City Clerk Patti Haase.

Mayor Finken presided thereat. The Council then recited the Pledge of Allegiance.

A motion was made by Mr. Christenson, seconded by Mr. Thieschafer and unanimously carried to approve the agenda as amended.

Mayor Finken then opened the floor to public comment. There were no comments.

The following items were considered for approval under the Consent Agenda: a. the minutes from the Council’s September 15 Regular Meeting and the October 20 Regular Meeting. b. list of bills in the amount of $493,521.76. (See attached list) c. list of investments for the month of October. d. Donation Resolution No. 2016-45, donation from Jennie-O-Turkey Store in the amount of $1,500 to the Melrose Fire Department. e. EMT Shannon Budeau has submitted her letter of resignation from the Ambulance Department effective October 1, 2016. She has served on the Department for five years.

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

Mayor Finken opened the Public Hearing at 6:09 p.m. to abate nuisances pursuant to Melrose City Code Section 93.21 on the following properties: 1. 518 4th Street SE, Melrose MN 2. 31 Rose Park SW, Melrose MN 3. 823 1st Street SE, Melrose MN City Attorney Scott Dymoke reviewed the process to abate nuisances and presented the nuisance report and photographs of the nuisance violations.

Mr. Kraker inquired as to how many days he is allowed to complete the clean-up of his property.

Mr. Dymoke noted that he would have 30 days from today’s date to come into compliance, should the Council authorize to move forward with the abatement process.

There being no further comment, the Public Hearing was closed at 6:19 p.m.

Mayor Finken then opened the next Public Hearing at 6:19 p.m. for the purpose of giving consideration to approval of the Annexation and Initial Zoning of the Joseph J. Eich and Melissa S. Engebretson property. The property is proposed to be annexed into the City to allow further Industrial Development.

Jason Ruess, Plant Manager of the Jennie-O Turkey Store, was present and provided a brief overview of the proposed new facility.

He stated he would be willing to address any questions or concerns relating to the project.

Roger Paschke, a member of the Oak Hill Cemetery Committee, inquired as to if the building would be visible from the cemetery. Mr. Paschke also inquired about traffic

flow and parking. The preliminary site plan was presented. Mr. Ruess thought there would be limited visibility of the plant from the cemetery; however, recommended that he and Mr. Paschke meet to further review after the final plans have been completed.

There being no further comment, the Public Hearing was closed at 6:32 p.m.

Planning and Development Director Mike Creelman provided an update on the Planning and Zoning Commission’s November 7 meeting.

The Commission held Public Hearings on the Preliminary/Final Plat of Jennie-O Turkey Store, Rezoning of Parcel 66.36478.0510 owned by the City of Melrose from Future Development District to Industrial, and Application from Jennie-O Turkey Store for a Conditional Use Permit for Parcels 66.36478.0000, 66.36478.0510, and 21.12553.0000 Located at 1159 Main St. E Melrose allowing to build a new facility.

The Commission also held a Public Hearing for the Conditional Use Permit requested by the Melrose Public Utilities allowing expanding the current east substation. The Council will be taking action on these requests later this evening. Mr. Creelman presented the Third Quarter Building Permit Report.

Finance Director Beuning presented the General Fund Financial Third Quarter Report. Ms. Beuning noted that the General Fund revenue is at 61% and expenditures are at 76%. At this point, only half of the property tax and half of the local government aid have been collected. MADA revenues have exceeded budget due to the early payoff of the GCI/Dynamic Investment loan resulting from the sale of the apartment building. Expenditures have also exceeded the budget due to business development costs that were not originally budgeted for. If/ when the projects enact a TIF district, these costs can be recouped through the administrative fees captured by the tax increment revenues.

Ms. Beuning next reviewed the Debt Service Funds. Half of the debt levies have been received in June and July. All principal and interest payments have been made for 2016.

The fire and ambulance rental payments will be made in December.

There have also been increases in fiscal agent fees due to the required arbitrage reporting done in 2016.

Police Chief Craig Maus presented the Police Department’s October monthly report. He noted that for the month of October, there were 315 calls for service compared to 274 for October 2015. A total of 27 citations were written for the month of October. The year-to-date number of calls is 3,421 compared to 2,554 in 2015. For the month of October 2016, the Department received 33 agency assist calls. Chief Maus reminded residents that winter parking has gone into effect November 1 through April 1. Parking is prohibited in the Downtown Business District from 3:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. daily.

City Attorney Scott Dymoke reported on projects he has been working on for the City.

• Community Development, Jennie-O Turkey Store Project: Reviewed survey and preliminary development plans with City staff to identify potential zoning, subdivision, shoreland and utility issues.

Prepared proposed ordinance to annex and rezone Eich property.

• Great River Regional Library (GRRL) Service Agreement: Reviewed revised draft of new service agreement with GRRL. Prepared and forwarded to City staff summary of costs and benefits of agreement to Melrose.

Following its review of the Planning Report, the related information and documents associated with the application for issuance of the Annexation and Initial Zoning, the Council gave consideration to accept the recommendation of the Planning and Zoning Commission on the application for Annexation and Initial Zoning to Industrial. The Annexation is received to accommodate a request by Joseph J. Eich and Melissa S. Engebretson.

Council Member Mayers made

a motion adopting Ordinance No. 11-17-2016-1, An Ordinance Approving the Petition of Joseph J. Eich and Melissa S. Engebretson for the Annexation of Unplatted Land Not Exceeding 120 Acres to the City of Melrose, Under Minnesota Statutes Section 414.033, Subd. 2(3) contingent on Jennie-O Turkey Store executing the final Purchase Agreement and the agreed upon terms and conditions of electric service between Melrose Public Utilities Commission, Jennie-O Turkey Store and, if applicable, Stearns Electric. The motion was seconded by Mr. Klasen with a roll call vote recorded as follows: For: Council Members Mayers, Klasen, Christenson, Thieschafer, and Mayor Finken; Against: None.

Administrator Brethorst also recommended the Council approve

the Official Title and Summary for Ordinance No. 11-17-2016-1. This Official Title and Summary was published in lieu of the entire ordinance containing the amendments.

Ordinance No. 11-17-2016-1 will be available at the Melrose City Center and at the Great River Regional Library, Melrose Branch.

State Statute requires that approval of the Official Title and Summary by the Council must be by a 4/5 vote.

A motion was made by Mr. Klasen to adopt the Official Title and Summary for Ordinance No. 11-17-2016-1, An Ordinance Approving the Petition of Joseph J. Eich and Melissa S. Engebretson for the Annexation of Unplatted Land Not Exceeding 120 Acres to the City of Melrose, Under Minnesota Statutes Section 414.033,

Subd. 2(3) The motion was seconded by Ms. Mayers with a roll call vote recorded as follows: For: Council Members Klasen, Mayers, Christenson, Thieschafer, and Mayor Finken; Against: None.

Planning and Development Director Creelman stated that at the Planning and Zoning Commission’s November 7 meeting, the Commission held a public hearing and recommends to the Council that the Jennie-O Turkey Store Preliminary Plat and Final Plat be approved. The application is received to accommodate a request submitted by Jennie-O Turkey Store, Inc. for the construction of a new facility.

A motion was made by Mr. Christenson, seconded by Mr. Thieschafer and unanimously carried

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adopting Resolution No. 2016-46, Approving Case No. 2016-1107 Application from Jennie-O Turkey Store to Allow Creation of a New Plat.

Planning and Development Director Creelman noted that at the Planning and Zoning Commission’s November 7 meeting, the Commission held a public hearing and recommends to the Council that the Jennie-O Turkey Store Conditional Use Permit (CUP) be approved. The CUP is received to accommodate a request submitted by Jennie-O Turkey Store, Inc. for the construction of a new facility.

A motion was made by Ms. Mayers, seconded by Mr. Klasen and unanimously carried adopting Resolution No. 2016-47, Resolution Approving Case No. 2016-1108 Application from Jennie-O Turkey Store to Allow the Construction of a New Facility contingent on Jennie-O Turkey Store executing the final Purchase Agreement.

Planning and Development Director Creelman stated that at the Planning and Zoning Commission’s November 7 meeting, the Commission held a public hearing for the purpose of giving consideration for an amendment to the City of Melrose Zoning Ordinance No. 19891-A, as amended, and adopted by reference as Chapter 153 of the City of Melrose Code of Ordinances to accommodate a request submitted by the City of Melrose in behalf of Jennie-O Turkey for the rezoning of Parcel 66.36478.0510. The submitted request is to rezone said parcel from Future Development District to Industrial. This proposed rezoning is a result of Minnesota State Statutes in that cities must allow industrial uses within a City.

This request is needed in order for Jennie-O Turkey Store to construct new industrial processing facility.

Council Member Christenson made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 11-17-2016-2, An Ordinance Amending City of Melrose Zoning Ordinance No. 1989-1-A, As Amended, and Adopted by Reference as Chapter 153 of the City of Melrose Code of Ordinances to Rezone Parcel No. 66.36478.0510 Owned by the City of Melrose from FDD, Future Development District to I, Industry contingent upon Jennie-O Turkey Store executing the final Purchase Agreement.

The motion was seconded by Mr. Thieschafer with a roll call vote recorded as follows: For: Council Members Christenson, Thieschafer, Mayers, Klasen, and Mayor Finken; Against: None.

Mayor Finken stated that the Melrose Public Utilities is in need of acquiring land for the expansion of the East Substation to support the future and potential growth of Melrose. It is the intent of the Commission to begin work on this substation on or about May 1, 2017. A complete review of alternative sites has occurred as well as cost estimates to consider alternate options.

These options included upgrading electric feeders from the West Substation to the growth areas. This option was excluded due to loss in voltage and line loss.

A second option of encroaching the residential neighbors was also explored; however, this is not pre-

ferred as it would disrupt neighbors plus, the cost for additional larger bus works would increase the costs.

So the preferred option is to secure right-of-way from the State.

The State of Minnesota is willing to sell the property to the City. A survey and an appraisal will be conducted of the site to determine proper legal description and cost of the land. The State of Minnesota will be holding public hearing on the sale of the property to address any and all public concerns.

The Comprehensive Plan addresses growth of industrial property and states that expansion is desired when it is consistent with the neighborhood. The parcel is immediately adjacent to the industrial and it is adjacent to industrial property across the trail as well. The Planning and Zoning Commission has reviewed this and consents to the purchase. The price for the land is yet to be determined. The amount of land is less than 1 acre with the cost for this land purchase would be paid for by the Utilities.

A motion was made by Mr. Christenson, seconded by Mr. Klasen and unanimously carried approving the land purchase if the Utilities is allowed to purchase from the State.

Planning and Development Director Creelman stated that at the Planning and Zoning Commission’s November 7 meeting, the Commission held a public hearing and recommends to the Council that the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Application from the Melrose Public Utilities be approved. The CUP is received to accommodate a request submitted by Melrose Public Utilities for the expansion of the East Substation.

A motion was made by Mr. Thieschafer, seconded by Mr. Christenson and unanimously carried adopting Resolution No. 2016-48, Resolution Approving Case No. 2016-1109, Conditional Use Permit Application from the Melrose Public Utilities Commission to Allow the Expansion of the East Substation.

Mayor Finken noted that this past year, the Fire Department was involved in an accident on I-94 which lead to the loss of a pumper truck. The pumper truck has now been replaced and is in operation.

The League of Minnesota (LMC) has led all processes for the recovery of any and all damages for the loss. The Council has two options available to consider: Option 1 is to accept the liability payment from the person involved; and Option 2 is to pursue legal action to recover the remaining amount.

A complete review by the LMC and City staff and looking at the amount of possible recovery and the likelihood of the amount to recover, it is recommended to follow Option 1.

A motion was made by Mr. Thieschafer to accept claim payment and close the case. The motion was seconded by Ms. Mayers with a roll call vote recorded as follows: For: Council Members Thieschafer, Mayers, Christenson, Klasen, and Mayor Finken; Against: None.

Mayor Finken noted that with the change in staffing at the City of Melrose/Melrose Public Utilities, staff is updating banking records at

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A motion was made by Mr. Klasen authorizing staff to update banking account designations; however, authorizing only the City Administrator and Finance Director as sole agents authorized for making withdrawals, and opening or closing accounts. The motion was seconded by Mr. Thieschafer with a roll call vote recorded as follows: For: Council Members Klasen, Thieschafer, Christenson, Mayers, and Mayor Finken; Against: None.

Mayor Finken stated that the City has contracted with Arvig to video the Council’s regular meetings. The term for this contract is set to expire on December 31, 2016.

Arvig has submitted a quote for services. They propose to provide video recording once per month, provide DVD copy of the meeting, re-broadcast Council meetings on Arvig’s local channel, and upload Council meetings to the City’s YouTube Account. The contract is set at $300 per month and shall expire on December 31, 2019. The contract allows for a one-year extension if notice of termination is not received. The rate would remain the same for the three-year contract.

The current contract is $250 per month.

A motion was made by Ms. Mayers to approve entering into the Filming and Production Agreement with Arvig. The motion was seconded by Mr. Christenson with a roll call vote recorded as follows: For: Council Members Mayers, Christenson, Thieschafer and Klasen; Against: None; Abstain: Mayor Joe Finken abstained due to a potential conflict of interest as he is employed by Arvig.

Mayor Finken stated that earlier this evening a Public Hearing was held to abate nuisances pursuant to Melrose City Code Section 93.21 on the following properties 1) 518 4th Street SE, Melrose MN 2) 31 Rose Park SW, Melrose MN 3) 823 1st Street SE, Melrose MN City Attorney Dymoke stated that if the Council wishes to move forward with the abatement of the nuisance conditions for the above listed properties the Council will need to take action adopting the resolutions. In so doing, the property owner has 30 days in which to come into compliance with the applicable City codes and regulations. A motion for summary enforcement of the order will be made to the Stearns County District Court unless correction action is taken, or unless an answer is filed within the time specified in Minn. Stat. §463.18 which is 20 days. If the City must take action to enforce this order, all enforcement costs will be specially assessed against the property

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Council Member Christenson introduced Resolution No. 2016-50, Resolution Ordering the Abatement of Nuisance Conditions Located at 518 Fourth Street SE, Melrose, MN. The motion was seconded by Mr. Thieschafer with a roll call vote recorded as follows: For: Council Members Christenson, Thieschafer, Mayers, Klasen, and Mayor Finken; Against: None.

Council Member Thieschafer introduced Resolution No. 2016-51, Resolution Ordering the Abatement of Nuisance Conditions Located at Lot 31, Rose Park, Melrose, MN. The motion was seconded by Mr. Christenson with a roll call vote recorded as follows: For: Council Members Thieschafer, Christenson, Mayers, Klasen, and Mayor Finken; Against: None.

Council Member Mayers introduced Resolution No. 2016-52, Resolution Ordering the Abatement of Nuisance Conditions Located at 823 First Street SE, Melrose, MN. The motion was seconded by Mr. Klasen with a roll call vote recorded as follows: For: Council Members Thieschafer, Christenson, Mayers, Klasen, and Mayor Finken; Against: None.

Mayor Finken stated that at the October 20 meeting, the Council authorized staff to seek bids for the replacement of the 2001 Ford Ambulance. Ambulance Coordinator Jenn Tschida has received a bid on a discounted ambulance. The vendor the City has worked with in the past had a model very similar in specs to ours started, which would afford the Ambulance Department a significant discount. Minnesota Statute 471.3455 allows for direct negotiation for public safety equipment, which allows us to not go out for sealed bids to take advantage of the offered discount. To do her due diligence, Ambulance Coordinator Tschida obtained an additional bid through the EMS Cooperative Purchase Program, which came in at $135,052 for the base model, compared to the recommended purchase of an Ultramedic III at a base price of $129,909.

With the needed customizations and net of the $17,000 discount, the total bid is $144,700 from Everest Emergency Vehicles.

A motion was made by Ms. Mayers, seconded by Mr. Christenson and unanimously carried approving the purchase of the 2017 Ultramedic Type 3 Ford at the price of $144,700.

Mayor Finken noted that the City has contracted with WSB Engineering to provide design and specifications for the replacement of the Kraft Retaining Wall. The concept was to construct and replace the Kraft Retaining Wall when the 5th Avenue NE Bridge project is underway. The guidance given to WSB was to design a step in slope rock slope retaining wall. This was based on a review of options that included keeping it the same, sheet piling, poured foundation walls, modification of both and a step and slope solution. Additional guidance was to design the wall to meet $250,000.

The original concept for the step and slope shows a grade of 3 to 1 in some areas; however, this was based on encroaching into the Sauk River. After consulting with the DNR, Army Corp of Engineers and WSB standards a 3 to 1 slope is not attainable in most areas of the wall. The concern is due to the regulatory guidelines when encroaching into the river. A no-rise plan must be submitted to the DNR when fill is placed into the river. The cost to encroach into the river would exceed the initial capital budget of $250,000. It is estimated to encroach into the river and develop a no-rise plan that will cost in excess of $30,000 - $45,000. This includes

the nearly $10,000 FEMA application and fees associated to a no-rise letter of map revision. This estimate is based on the cost associated to the LOMR for the Wastewater Treatment Facility.

An alternate design has been created to eliminate the need to encroach into the river. The concern with this option is that the slope goes from a 3 to 1 in some areas to a 1 to 1 slope. Additionally, a rock slope is no longer an option and a grass slope would be needed. The design will have two steps in the plan with a width of approximately five feet versus 1 step. These steps are needed to allow for stability to the grade.

There are three options for the Council to consider.

1) Wait for final determination if the Melrose Multi-Family will be built or not. If it does not get built, the property line would be adjusted accordingly to allow for a 3 to 1 slope. If it does get built, continue with draft plan as presented.

2) Authorize WSB to develop a formal cost estimate to encroach into the river to include a no-rise letter of map revision. Coordinate with Stearns County bridge team to amend bridge plan to accommodate bridge impact as City cost.

3) Continue with the current plan as presented.

A motion was made by Mr. Thieschafer to table the design until after the Legislative Session pending the passing of the bonding bill inclusive of monies allocated for bridge reconstruction. The motion was seconded by Mr. Klasen with a roll call vote recorded as follows: For: Council Members Thieschafer, Klasen, Christenson, Mayers, and Mayor Finken; Against: None.

Mayor Finken stated that the City Election was held at the General Election on Tuesday, November 8, 2016, to vote on officers for two, four-year Council Member positions and the official returns of the judges of election were presented.

Mr. Christenson introduced Resolution No. 2016-49, A Resolution Canvassing the November 8, 2016 Municipal Election Returns and Declaring Results. (See attached resolution.) The motion was seconded by Ms. Mayers with a roll call vote recorded as follows: For: Council Members Christenson, Mayers, Thieschafer, Klasen, and Mayor Finken; Against: None.

Mayor Finken noted that the City has been approved to submit a full application for a TAP Grant for Trails. The funding would become available in 2021. The route presented for funding was part of the City’s Master Trails Plan. The estimated cost for the project is $147,130, of which the City would pledge 20% ($29,426). These funds would come from the City’s Parks and Trails Budget in 2021. A sponsorship resolution is required Stearns County for this application.

The City has approached the School to participate in the TAP grant pre-application. A request would be submitted to the School for them to partner with the City to complete the trail going east / west of the school property. Their portion of the trail network would cost $224,800 and would be required to pledge 20% ($44,960).

Council Member Christenson stated that due to the fact that funding does not become available until 2021, he believes that the project could be completed sooner and for a fraction of the cost if City would spearhead the trail project. The community could help finance the project through fundraising efforts.

Council Member Thieschafer concurred.

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items were then reviewed: The City of Melrose/Melrose Public Utilities completed a Comprehensive Annual financial Report for the year ended December 31, 2015. This is the highest form of recognition for governmental accounting and financial reporting.

Our report was submitted for review and the City/Melrose Public Utilities was awarded the Award of Financial Reporting Achievement.

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A motion was made by Mr. Thieschafer, seconded by Ms. Mayers and unanimously carried that the meeting be adjourned at 8:00 p.m.

Patricia Haase, City Clerk Burnhamville Township November 29, 2016 These minutes are unapproved.

The regular meeting of the Town Board of Burnhamville Township was held November 29, 2016 at the Burtrum Community Center. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Mike Berscheit. Members present include Supervisors: Mike Berscheit and Bruce Johnson; Clerk Shirley Hulinsky; Treasurer Pam Throener. Sup. Louis Thompson was absent. Others present: Ron Schmidt and Erv Herdering.

The minutes from the regular meeting of October 25, 2016 were approved as presented on a motion

by Sup .Johnson. Motion was seconded by Sup. Berscheit. Motion passed.

For correspondence the township board members received notices from Todd County Planning and Zoning about proposed rule changes and a new plat in our township. The board discussed the new plat. No new road is mentioned and the board would encourage new revenue. Also received a notice of snow plow trucks from another county, however since we contract our snow plowing the board was not interested.

A motion was made by Sup. Berscheit to pay all bills numbered 5339 through 5359: Rev. $1,577.45; R & B $29,512.28; Fire: $11.16.

Sup. Johnson seconded the motion.

Motion passed.

A guest wanted to know why the township never took over maintenance of Forest Lane. He stated he had minutes from 1969 stating the board referred to it as a public road.

The board stated the developer never brought the road up to standards or filed a road petition to make it a township maintained road. The road was not listed as a township road when the county required the townships to record all maintained roads in 1986. The speaker stated the board should represent all residents.

The board stated there are several private roads in the township, especially by lakes.

There was no update on the proposed solar farm in the township.

The board heard an update from the Grey Eagle fire meeting which included them getting a few new pieces of lifesaving equipment which the first responders will be trained on.

In the road report the contractor will work on blading roads to smooth out and fill in holes especially Cranberry Drive and Flicker Road.

Treasurer’s report showed a balance of $69,180.92. Treasurer’s report was approved by Sup. Berscheit and seconded by Sup. Johnson. Motion passed.

A motion was made by Sup. Berscheit to adjourn the meeting which was seconded by Sup. Johnson. Motion passed. Meeting was adjourned at 7:48 p.m. Next regular meeting will be on Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at 7 p.m. in the Burtrum Community Center.

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“On average, 3 to 4 people have died each winter season on Minnesota water over the past decade,” cautions Lisa Dugan, DNR boat and water safety outreach coordinator.

“Most of those deaths occurred with someone operating a snowmobile or ATV on the ice.

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Ice thickness may vary greatly across a single body of water, making it important to check the ice conditions before heading out.

“In addition to checking conditions and being prepared with an ice safety kit, the most important piece of equipment to have on the ice is a life jacket,” Dugan said. “By wearing, not just carrying, a life jacket the odds of surviving a fall into extremely cold water increase and could save your life.”

Once out on the ice, a safety kit is a good idea, should the ice give way. An ice safety kit should include: • Rope • Ice picks • Ice chisel • Tape measure Last, tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return.

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WANTED TO BUY: Butcher cows, bulls, fats & walkable cripples: also horses, sheep & goats. 320-235-2664.

SC-odB WANTED TO RENT: Farmland in the Swanville area. Young farmers looking to expand. Call 320-333-8629.

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FOR SALE: Poodle puppies, 2M, 1F, vac/vet chd, ready to go. Call 320-4928032.

FOR SALE: 2nd crop 5x5 round bales of alfalfa/mix hay, no rain, $35 each.

Call John at 320-547-0002.

FOR SALE: Nice Christmas tree skirt, ice fishing poles, snow scoop, hockey stick, small artificial tree. Call 320-5472982.

FOR SALE: Inferred heater, $150. Call 320-429-5767.

WANTED: Bear Cat mix mill, M.M. Model E corn sheller. Toby J. Kauffman, 19210 CR 14, Clarissa, MN 56440.

WANTED: Old wooden wake boards used for water skiing. Call 320-7636580.

FOR SALE: 40 ft. aluminum ladder, like new, $375. Call 320-267-5632. tfn

Best Wishes to You & Your Family this Holiday Season!

FOR SALE: Copier/fax all in one HP C4200, works good, with book, $30.

Call 320-492-8032.

FOR SALE: Rafters, 32 ft. long, good deal! Call 320-267-5632. tfn

Custom Designs, Building & Remodeling Residential, Agriculture & Commercial Bobcat Work, Concrete & Spray-Foaming Call

Jeremy: 320-285-7785 Larry: 320-285-7595

Classified Advertising

Personal For Sale, Personal Wanted, or Giveaway type ads are FREE up to 20 words. 25¢ For Each Additional Word. Pre-Paid.

Freeport Screen Printing, Inc.

Business Ads: For Rent, Help Wanted, Wanted (For Profit), or Service type ads are $5.00 for 20 words. 25¢ For Each Additional Word. Pre-Paid.

115 1st Ave. North • Freeport

320-836-2393

*We Do Not Accept Classified Ads Over the Telephone.

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Townhomes For Rent

New

Gluten Free

10” Pepperoni Pizza Prepared by our Certified Food Manager Only.

Available in our Lange’s frozen pizza section.

320-573-2100 • Upsala

M-F: 5-10; Sat.-Sun.: 6-10

www.langeoil.com

Long Prairie: Terrace Townhome

Melrose: Village Townhome

East Village Townhome Contact Jeri at 320-250-7932 Glenwood: Gables Townhome Sauk Centre: Centre Crossing Townhome

Centre Village Townhome Little Falls: Edgewater Townhome

Courtyard Townhome Royalton: Platwood Townhome

2 Bedrooms • No Steps Community Room All Maintenance Included Attached Double Car Garage Available

For Info. Call 320-632-5918

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