Local Municipality Minutes: Burnhamville Township

Local Municipality Minutes

Email Minutes to htnews@icloud.com Burnhamville Township • November 29, 2022

The regular meeting of the Town Board of Burnhamville was held November 29, 2022 at the Burtrum Community Center. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chair Mike Berscheit. Members present include Supervisors Bruce Johnson, Joe Muellner and Mike Berscheit; Clerk Shirley Hulinsky. Treasurer Pam Throener was absent. Also present was Erv Herdering.

The minutes from the regular meeting of October 27, 2022 were approved on a motion by Sup. Johnson and second by Sup. Muellner. Motion passed.

For correspondence the township received notice from MATIT, Grey Eagle Fire Department meeting, unpaid fire call, information on Workers Comp and election information.

There is an unpaid fire call in the Grey Eagle service district. They have contacted the land owner twice with no response. Sup. Berscheit made a motion and Sup. Johnson seconded it to pay the bill and put it on the owner’s property taxes. Motion passed upon voting. Clerk will complete form and send it to the county for payment over the next two years.

A motion was made by Sup. Berscheit to pay all bills numbered 6352 through 6373 totaling $19,635.57. Sup. Muellner seconded the motion. Motion passed. The clerk has completed storm damage bills with FEMA representative. We will wait for review. The board heard an update from the Grey Eagle Fire Department meeting with no increase in levy from Grey Eagle. In the road report the supervisors have been doing extra mowing and brush cutting in preparation for winter. The contractor will try to smooth off bumps in the roads if weather allows. Everyone will watch the road conditions as the weather changes. There was a good turnout for the General Election on November 8. The township had 407 voters vote here in person. Treasurer’s report showed a balance of $102,017.64 which included the more dust control payments and Long Lake Association helping pay for toilet rental. Sup. Berscheit motioned to approve and Sup. Johnson seconded the motion. Motion passed. Meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m. on a motion by Sup. Berscheit and a second by Sup. Johnson. Next regular meeting will be on Tuesday, December 27 at 7 pm in the Burtrum Community Center. Shirley Hulinsky, Burnhamville Township Clerk

Local Library Events

Albany Library • 320-845-4843

Albany Adult Book Club: Tuesdays, Jan. 31 & Feb. 28: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Last Tuesday of the month or call library for details.

Lego Hour: Monday, Feb. 6: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Do you like building with Legos? Come join us for an hour of building fun! We will give you a theme to get started, and your imagination can do the rest. For ages 6 to 12. Limit 12. Registration is required.

Take and Make Valentine Crafts: Come in any time for make and take crafts, for all ages. Supplies provided by the Albany Friends of the Library. Monday, Feb. 6 to Tuesday, Feb. 14 during library open hours.

Grey Eagle Library • 320-285-2505

Wet Felted Diffuser: Saturday, Jan. 21: 10- 11:30 a.m. Perk up any room with a one-of-akind room diffuser. Pick out your favorite colors of loose wool, and learn how to create wet felted balls that can hold essential oils. Hang them in your car or room to keep the space smelling light and fresh. For ages 13+. Limit 15. This program was made possible with Arts & Cultural Heritage Funds from Minnesota’s Clean Water, Land, and Legacy Amendment.

David Malmberg: An American Journey: Wednesday, Feb. 15: 1:30-2:30 p.m. Singer/ Guitarist David Malmberg will be presenting an hour of beautiful music covering the American people, their music and their stories. This program was made possible with Arts & Cultural Heritage Funds from Minnesota’s Clean Water, Land, and Legacy Amendment. For all ages.

Take & Make Craft Packets for Children: Stop into the library for a pre-packed kit to make a craft project at home. Themes and crafts will rotate on a routine basis. While supplies last. During library open hours.

Long Prairie Library • 320-732-2332

Wet Felted Diffuser: Friday, Jan. 13: 4-5:30 p.m. Perk up any room with a one-of-a-kind room diffuser. Pick out your favorite colors of loose wool, and learn how to create wet felted balls that can hold essential oils. Hang them in your car or room to keep the space smelling light and fresh. For ages 13+. Limit 15. This program was made possible with Arts & Cultural Heritage Funds from Minnesota’s Clean Water, Land, and Legacy Amendment.

David Malmberg: An American Journey: Wednesday, Feb. 15: 4-5:00 p.m. Singer/Guitarist David Malmberg will be presenting an hour of beautiful music covering the American people, their music and their stories. This program was made possible with Arts & Cultural Heritage Funds from Minnesota’s Clean Water, Land, and Legacy Amendment. For all ages.

Take & Make Craft Packets for Children: Stop into the library for a pre-packed kit to make a craft project at home. Books matching the theme of the craft will be on display at the library, so be sure to check out some books. You can use your imagination and your craft to tell the story! Themes and crafts will rotate on a routine basis. While supplies last. During library open hours. Melrose Library • 320-256-3885

Skateboard Art: Saturday, Jan. 21: 10-noon. Join us in a creative space for an engaging program that will grab your attention and harness your creativity using skateboards as a canvas. Students will be making their own art with guidance and support from artist Mark Rivard. For ages 12 to 18. Limit 10. This program was made possible with Arts & Cultural Heritage Funds from Minnesota’s Clean Water, Land, and Legacy Amendment.

Art Night: Mondays, Jan. 23, & 30, and Feb. 6, 13, & 27: 5:30-8:00 p.m. Feel free to work on an art project: watercolor painting, scrapbooking, card making, sewing, quilting, needlework, yarn work, adult coloring pages or even digital scrapbooking or photo editing… almost anything creative you might like to do! Bring any art project you are working on or come to find a new craft to explore and enjoy. This is a creative space for people to work and enjoy time together. Come and go as you like throughout the night. Everyone is welcome, regardless of age or ability. Children are welcome to come with parents who will be there to work with or alongside them. Come enjoy, relax, create, and get inspired. For families. No registration required.

Take and Make Valentine Crafts: Come in any time for make and take crafts, for all ages. Supplies provided by the Melrose Friends of the Library. Monday, Feb. 6 to Tuesday, Feb. 14. During library open hours.

Sauk Centre Library • 320-352-3016

Tech Time: Thursdays, Jan. 5 & Feb. 2: 4-5:00 p.m. Trouble understanding your laptop, iPad, Kindle, or other electronic device? Would you like to download books from the library website or use eBooks but aren’t sure how to? Tech help will be on the first Wednesday of the month from 4 to 5 p.m. or other dates/times by pre-arrangement.

Lego Hour Challenge: Tuesdays, Jan. 10 & Feb. 21: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Inspire your creativity with our Lego challenges. The first challenge is an alphabet challenge, featuring a different letter each month; the second challenge will be announced at the session. For ages 5 to 12. Limit 16. Sponsored by the Friends of the Sinclair Lewis Library Sauk Centre. Registration is required for each date.

“Forest and Fen” Biodiversity Talk /Artist Reception: Thursday, Jan. 12: 6:00 p.m. Join us for a biodiversity presentation of local flora and fauna and artist reception for Ann Luloff. Ann created over a dozen water color paintings as part of a biodiversity study in her volunteer efforts as a Minnesota Master Naturalist. The watercolors will be on display in January and February at the library.

Ezra Jack Keats Storytime: Thursday, Jan. 19: 6:00 p.m. Join Miss Jennifer for a fun-filled storytime featuring books written and illustrated by Ezra Jack Keats. We will read stories, make a craft, and enjoy a sweet treat. For ages 3 to 8. Limit 24. Preregistration required.

Open Mic/ Music Night: Thursdays, Jan. 26 & Feb. 23: 5:30-7:00 p.m. Bring your ukulele, acoustic guitar and voice for a jam session with

DK’S DK’S Tree & Landscaping, LLC. Tree & Landscaping, LLC.

other local musicians. Beginners welcomed to sing, play, and learn from more seasoned performers! For adults and teens.

“Over and Under the Snow” Inside Story Stroll: Learn about the secret animal kingdom in the book, Over and Under the Snow by Lisa Messner in this captivating interactive story stroll inside the library. While you are here, check out the great selection of books and movies about animals in the winter. February during library open hours.

Eric Carle Storytime: Thursday, Feb. 9: 6-6:45 p.m. Join us for stories by Eric Carle, make a mixed up craft and enjoy a delicious snack. For ages 3 to 8, but families are welcome. Limit 30. Registration required.

Clay Bead Keychain: Thursday, Feb. 16: 6-7:30 p.m. Learn the basics of working with polymer clay— marbling, ball rolling, coiling, and more! Use these techniques to make a number of colorful, patterned beads that you can turn into a keychain. For ages 13+. Limit 15. This program was made possible with Arts & Cultural Heritage Funds from Minnesota’s Clean Water, Land, and Legacy Amendment. Swanville Library • 320-547-2346

Junk/Smash Journal with Val Stangl: Tuesday, Jan. 17: 5-8:00 p.m. Enjoy creating a journal, diary, or grocery list book with multiple types of paper like scrapbook, music note sheet, old books, receipt paper and many more paper options. You will be adding pockets and pages until you have the design you like and finishing by binding the pages together. Go home with your own one-of-a-kind design. All materials provided. For ages 13 to adults. Limit 20. Registration required. This program was made possible with Arts & Cultural Heritage Funds from Minnesota’s Clean Water, Land, and Legacy Amendment.

Card Making with Jan Gerth: Saturday, Feb. 4: 10-11:30 a.m. Patrons will learn various paper crafting techniques to create their own seasonal and everyday greeting cards. For those who are new to paper crafting, please attend the pre-class to learn the basics of stamping 15 minutes before the regular class. Anyone wanting a refresher is encouraged to attend. For ages 13 and up. Limit 15. Program made possible by Swanville Women’s Club. Upsala Library • 320-412-2048 1,000 Books before Kindergarten: This reading program will increase awareness of the importance of early literacy, and encourage parents to embrace their roles as their child’s first teacher. Plus, there will be prizes! Sign up any time. No limit; register at the library. Sponsored by the Friends of the Upsala Library. Ongoing

Take and Make Crafts: Explore arts & crafts from around the world, books, movies, and your own imagination! Crafts will change weekly. Available each week while supplies last. Ongoing. During library service hours.

Best Reads of 2022: “Read for a Better World!” by sharing some of your favorite books read in 2022 and why. We will compile the list and have it available in February on a bookmark. All ages. January. During open library hours.

Poster Puzzle: Get a sticker for every item you checkout to help us complete our poster. Put the sticker(s) on the letter that matches your color. Guess the image for a treat. January/February

Arctic Animals: Look for the polar bear and other arctic animals hiding around the library for a fun treat. While you are here, check out our great selection of books and movies about animals in the winter. January and February. During

You’re never to old to play in the snow & enjoy the outdoors! We have Cross Country Skis & Snowshoes for sale & to rent!

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The Freeport Lions Club is sponsoring the American Red Cross Blood Drive on February 14, 2023 at the Freeport Community Center from 12:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Give the precious gift of life. Appointments are needed.

We are always in need of people with type “O” blood.

Schedule your appointment online at redcross.org or call Janet Butkowski at 320836-2837 or 320-282-2904.

library open hours.

“Over and Under the Snow” Inside Story Stroll: Learn about the secret animal kingdom in the book, Over and Under the Snow by Lisa Messner, in this captivating, interactive story stroll inside the library. While you are here, check out the great selection of books and movies about animals in the winter. January. During library open hours

Lego Hour Challenge: Wednesdays, Jan. 11 & Feb. 8: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Inspire your creativity with our Lego challenges. The first challenge is an alphabet challenge, featuring a different letter each month, the second challenge will be announced at the session. For ages 5 to 12. Limit 16. Sponsored by the Friends of the Upsala Friends of the Library. Registration is required for each date.

Winter Storytime: Wednesday, Jan. 18: 3:30-4:15 p.m. Join Miss Marisa and Greta for a fun filled storytime featuring books winter themed books. We will read stories, make a craft, and enjoy a sweet treat. For ages 3 to 8. Limit 24. Registration required.

Tech Time: Wednesday, Feb. 1: 4-5:00 p.m. Trouble understanding your laptop, iPad, Kindle, or other electronic device? Would you like to download books from the library website or use eBooks but aren’t sure how to? Tech help will be on the first Wednesday of the Month from 4 to 5 p.m. or other dates/times by pre-arrangement.

“Are you a Polar Bear?” Inside Story Stroll: Read and interact with the story, Are You a Polar Bear by Andrew Gabriel, inside the library. While you are here, check out some fun stories about arctic animals. February During library open hours.

A Flag Funny

A Dutchman was explaining the red, white, and blue Netherlands flag to an American. "Our flag is symbolic of our taxes. We get red when we talk about them, white when we get our tax bills, and blue after we pay them."

The American nodded. "It's the same in the USA, only we see stars too!"

Todays Thought

It's been a strange day! First, I found a hat full of money on the sidewalk.

Then I was chased by an angry man with a guitar.

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Stop in and see our Thrift and Gift Store, you will be amazed at what our vendors have done. Have a coffee or a cappuccino while you shop, or just bring in some friends for a visit in our coffee area.

We always have fresh ground beef chuck available.

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On The Farm Slaughtering

Custom Meat Processing

• Feed • Farm Supply • Fertilizer • Seed 320-573-2607 Hwy. 238, Elmdale

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

WANTED: Good used van, low miles, reasonable. Call 320-267-5632. RBftn

WANTED TO BUY: Zinc canning rings. Call 320-632-3336.

FOR SALE: 1997 Ford pickup, 2 wheel drive, needs work, $1000. Call 320-2675632. RB-ftn

FOR SALE: Shower spray nozzel, & spray wand with grab bar/wand holder like new, $50 cash. Text 320-492-1404.

FOR SALE: 2015 black Ford Fiesta SE 34,174 miles, very clean, $14,500 cash. Text 320-492-1404.

FOR SALE: Computer desk, black metal frame with faux wood top or drawer, 47”w x 24”dx30”h, $125 cash. Call 320-492-1404. FOR SALE: Computer desk, black metal frame with faux wood top or drawer.. 37”w x24”x30”h, $125, cash. Call 320-492-1404.

Todd County HHS Employment Opportunities

Todd County HHS is looking for reliable, service oriented individuals to serve the citizens of Todd County in the following positions: **Eligibility Worker (Full Time) **Home Health Aide (Part-Time, Intermittent)

To learn more about these openings and how to apply visit the official Todd County website at https://www.co.todd.mn.us Questions may be directed to Todd County Administration: (320) 732-6155.

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FOR SALE: MAAX sliding glass shower doors, & tracks. 52 1/2 inch wide; doors- 68 inches high, like new, $200 cash. 329492-1404

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