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Gratitude has its own rewards -By Harvey Mackay
CNN recently interviewed a young woman doctor who recently returned from working in Africa. The reporter asked her the principal difference between practicing medicine in Mozambique and in the United States. “In Mozambique the people bring me little gifts,” she told the interviewer. “A fistful of walnuts, some eggs, a chicken, whatever they can to express their gratitude. “In the States,” she said, “I get sued.” What kind of gratitude is that? “Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all the others,” said the Roman philosopher Cicero. In America, we put gratitude on the calendar – the fourth Thursday of November each year. You may recall your early American history – two-thirds of the Pilgrims did not make it to the first
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Thanksgiving they celebrated. Harsh conditions and little food were daily challenges. According to H. U. Westermayer, “The Pilgrims made seven times more graves than huts. No Americans have been more impoverished than these who, nevertheless, set aside a day of thanksgiving.” But is one day really enough? Two psychologists, Michael McCollough of Southern Methodist University in Dallas and Robert Emmons of the University of California at Davis, conducted an experiment on gratitude and its impact on well-being. Participants were divided into three different groups and asked to keep diaries. The first group wrote what happened during the day without being told specifically to write about either the good or bad things. The second group was told to record their unpleasant experiences. And the last group was instructed to make a daily list of things for which they were grateful. The results of the study indicated that daily gratitude exercises resulted in higher reported levels of alertness, enthusiasm, determination, optimism and energy. In addition, the gratitude group also experienced less depression and stress, while helping others more and making greater progress toward achieving personal goals.
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This is just one of the studies that gratitude expert Lisa Ryan writes about in her new book, “The Upside of Down Times: Discovering the Power of Gratitude.” Ryan says, “Gratitude is not a now-and-then thing. We need a consistent practice of acknowledgement to keep our appreciation muscles strong.” She recommends keeping a gratitude journal, sending thank-you notes and cards, and consistently acknowledging and appreciating the people who make a difference in our lives. Ryan writes: “Because the mind cannot experience two opposite emotions at the same time, it’s important to keep yourself in a state of gratitude as often as you can. For instance, the next time you are having a bad day, take a moment to think about something that you’re grateful for and you will start to move into a happier place.” She divides her book into four sections using the acronym SHOW. “S” is for Self because gratitude improves your attitude and outlook. “H” is for Health – improved physical health results from appreciation. “O” is for OthHarvey Mackay continued to pg 3
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AUGUST 16 • Sauk Centre United Methodist Church Annual Salad Luncheon from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. AUGUST 25 • St. Francis of Assisi 58th Fall Festival. AUGUST 27 • American Red Cross Blood Drive from 1-7 p.m. at Freeport Community Center. SEPTEMBER 7 • Villard All School Reunion starting at 5:30 p.m. at the Broadway Ballroom, Alexandria. 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.
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Birth Announcement Brady Jerome Muyres
Amanda and Brandon Muyres of Holdingford are proud to announce the birth of their son, Brady Jerome Muyres, born July 5, 2013 at 6:58 p.m. at CentraCare Health-Long Prairie. Brady weighed 8 pounds, 12 ounces. Welcoming Brady home is his sister, Layla. Grandparents are LaVerne Steffen, Jody Mueller, Jerome Muyres, and Wendy Muyres.
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Gary and Audrey Lange of Holdingford will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house reception from 2-5 p.m. at the Pelican Lake Ballroom, St. Anna, MN on Saturday, August 3, 2013. Gary and Audrey (Zwak) were married Sept. 2, 1963 at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Opole, MN. No cards have been sent.
Harvey Mackay continued from page 2 ers – acknowledgement influences and improves our relationships. “W” is for Wealth – gratefulness has a positive impact on your bottom line. One of the points that really struck me in her book is how people respond to receiving a “Thank you” today. People now say, “It’s no problem” … “It’s nothing” … “Don’t worry about it.” Ryan says that’s the same as taking a gift and throwing it back. We should accept the gift with a simple, “You’re welcome.” Even when you can’t acknowledge the gift-giver, you should still adopt an attitude of gratitude. Here’s a story you might remember by Daniel Defoe. When Robinson Crusoe was shipwrecked on his lonely isle he drew up in two columns what he called the evil and the good. He was cast on a desolate island, but still alive – not drowned, as all his ship’s company were. He was divided from mankind and banished from human society, but he was not starving.
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He had no clothes, but he was in a hot climate where he didn’t need them. He was without means of defense, but he saw no wild beasts, such as he had seen on the coast of Africa. He had no soul to speak to, but God had sent the ship so near to the shore that he could get out of it all things necessary for his wants. So he concluded that there was not any condition in the world so miserable but there was something negative or something positive for which to be thankful. Mackay’s Moral: Gratitude should be a continuous attitude. 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,” “We Got Fired!...And It’s the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Us,” “The Mackay MBA of Selling in the Real World,” and “Use Your Head To Get Your Foot In The Door.”
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Renee Christine Mergen
Obituaries Gerard T. Nathe
The Mass of Christian Burial, celebrating the life of Gerard Nathe was held on June 30, 2013 followed by a military ceremony and burial in the church cemetery. Gerry Nathe died June 25, 2013 while gardening at his hunting shack in Bowbells, North Dakota with a hammer and a tape measure by his side. He just spent a long Father’s Day weekend fishing with his youngest son. Born in New Munich on February 3, 1934, to John and Edna (Bohnen) Nathe, Gerry graduated from Melrose High School and St. Paul Vocational School in carpentry. He worked as a carpenter for St. Cloud Hospital then returned to independent contracting. He built homes in the Midwest region. As the head of Nathe Construction, he employed his children and his first son-in-law as his crew, teaching them carpentry skills and a strong work ethic. Gerry was notorious for working long days, keeping a clean work site, and insisting on quality workmanship. It was often well into the evening before his crew would hear, “wrap up the cords”.
Gerry served in the US Army, stationed in Korea working as a carpenter. He was a life member of both American Legion Post #538 and VFW Post #7050 Melrose. Gerry served on the Avon City Council, Commercial Club, Sportsmen’s Club, the Commander of the American Legion, and coached youth baseball. Gerry married Beverly Roberts May 25, 1957. They raised their six children in Avon. Gerry was an avid hunter, fisherman and gardener who passed this love on to his children. This spring he planted pumpkins in hopes of supplying his family with jack-o-lanterns. He followed his grandchildren’s sporting events in person or on the radio and was a dedicated Twins & Vikings fan. Gerry is survived by his wife, Bev; children, Geralyn (Dave Evans) NatheEvans, Avon, sons-Michael, Matthew & Luke; Mary (Chuck) Merchant, Menahga, daughters-Lindsay (Patrick) & Ashley (Kirby); David (Amy), Fergus Falls, sons-Joe & Jack; Vicki (Steve) Dawson, Fargo, ND, sons-Charlie, Matt, Joey, Ben & Nick; Paul, Avon; and Nicole (Jason) Ramstad, Fargo, ND; four greatgrandchildren; brothers Tom, Grey Eagle; Dick (Paulette), St Cloud; sister Jean (Bob) Shorthill, Belgrade, MT. He is preceded in death by his parents and two grandsons, Charles and Jacob.
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Mass of Christian burial celebrating the life of Renee Christine Mergen, age 87 of Albany will be 11 AM Saturday, July 20, 2013 at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany. Father Michael Naughton O.S.B. will officiate and burial will take place in the parish cemetery following the service. Renee died peacefully in her sleep Monday evening at Mother of Mercy Nursing Home in Albany. There will be a visitation for Renee from 4-8 PM Friday, July 19th and again from 10 AM until the time of the service at the church in Albany. Parish prayers will take place at 4 PM, and the Christian Mothers will pray the rosary at 6:30 PM Friday evening at the church. Renee was born March 4th, 1926 to Catherine (Caspers) and Bernard Kulzer in Greenwald, MN. She was later baptized at St. Andrews Catholic Church in Greenwald. She married Michael Mergen on June 6th, 1950 in Greenwald. The couple lived on the family farm south of Albany where they worked and raised their ten children. She
was an active member of the community volunteering for numerous organizations such as the nursing home and hospice. Renee was also very active in her church. She was a past member of St. Catherine’s Catholic Church in Farming Township and currently a member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany where she was a part of their mission group and also the Christian Mothers. Renee is survived by her loving husband Michael Mergen, Albany; her children Jerome (Susan) Mergen, Albany; Joyce Belford, Austin, TX; Roger (Barb Garrison) Mergen, Albany; James (Carol) Mergen, Avon; Michael (Cyndi) Mergen Jr., Albany; Ronald (Michelle) Mergen, Paynesville; Yvonne (Rick) Wieber, St. Joseph; Robert (Lisa) Mergen, Albany; Dennis (Virginia) Mergen, Albany; her 30 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren; and her siblings LeRoy (Mildred) Kulzer, Albany; Anthony (Darlene) Kulzer, Greenwald; MaryAnn Samuelson, Chicago; and Irma Patras, Chicago. She is preceded in death by her parents Catherine and Bernard Kulzer, her daughter RuthAnn Mergen, her infant sons Andrew, Richard, and Mark, her brothers Al and Nicholas Kulzer, her sisters Leona Zehrer and Monica Joaquim, and her daughter-in-law Rose Mergen. Arrangements are being made with the Miller-Carlin Funeral Home of Albany.
Agnes Christina Wehseler Mass of Christian burial celebrating the life of Agnes C h r i s t i n a Wehseler, age 76 of Albany will be 11 AM Monday, July 22, 2013 at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany. Father Al Stangl will officiate, and burial will take place in the parish cemetery following the service. Agnes died peacefully in her sleep surrounded by her family at Quiet Oaks Hospice House in St. Augusta after a hard fought battle with cancer. There will be a visitation for Agnes from 4-8 PM Sunday, July 21st and again from 10 AM until the time of the service Monday morning at the church in Albany. Parish prayers will take place at 4 PM Sunday evening at the church in Albany. Agnes was born on November 15th 1936 to Frank and Anna (Meier) Schleppenbach in Albany. She married LeRoy Neuwirth in 1958. LeRoy later died in 1968. She married Edmund “Eddie” Wehseler on January 5th 1973 in Albany. Besides raising her seven children, Agnes played an active role helping Eddie on the farm as well. She was dedicated to her
family and had given unlimited love to all. She will forever be remembered as a pillar of strength. She never expected anything from others but was always the first to give. Her beautiful smile brought comfort to those honored to know her. Agnes was a member of Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany where she was also a member of the Christian Mothers. She is survived by her loving husband Eddie Wehseler, Albany; her children Diane (Glen) Skillingstad, St. Cloud; Mike Neuwirth, St. Cloud; Kathy (Al) Kersting, St. Cloud; Lisa (Larry) Klehr, Cold Spring; Tim (Dora Shay) Neuwirth, Albany; Lora Lee Ehrnreiter, Apple Valley; Karen (Steve) Schaefer, Albany; her 14 grandchildren; and her siblings Norbert (Marie) Schleppenbach, Albany; Albert (Clarice) Schleppenbach, Albany; Elmer Schleppenbach, Albany; Lucille (Lawrence) Imdieke, Meire Grove; and Florence Dirkes, Albany. She is preceded in death by her parents Frank and Anna Schleppenbach, her first husband LeRoy Neuwirth, and her brother Sylvester Schleppenbach. Arrangements are being made with the Miller-Carlin Funeral Home of Albany.
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MN Wing 15th Cadet Training Group, Representative Ron Kresha Visit By C/MSgt Jessica Erskine “Encampment is the most significant week of training a cadet will ever have in their Civil Air Patrol career.” They learn not only the basic principles of followership, but also to work on a team. “It is really impressive to watch these cadets grow throughout the week,” commented encampment commander, Major Brian Freseman. As a “basic cadet,” Civil Air Patrol is generally new to these students, and one thing that Encampment does is it introduces the fundamentals of this program: Aerospace Education, Cadet Programs, and Emergency Services. Specifically Encampment goes over Cadet Programs, the core values, special activities cadets can attend, teaches cadets how to be successful in the cadet program and how to represent Civil Air Patrol well. Civil Air patrol is a volunteer program and it would not survive without its members. So to keep this program thriving, the members promote the Civil Air Patrol. One of the opportunities to promote the program was at this year’s encampment when Rep. Ron Kresha came for a tour of the different things going on encampment. Rep. Kresha holds MN House seat 9B and is seen to be a down to earth person who takes interest in and appreciates the military community. Here is a quote from him that truly shows his dedication to his community: “I have been in education and business for the last 20 years, and I understand that opportunity comes to those who have the vision to do things better. The family- center lifestyle of District 9 is not only a great place to raise and educate a family it is a fertile business climate. It is time we spread the word and let entrepreneurs, small businesses, and workers know our area is ready to grow.” During this Representatives visit he was met by C/Maj Donald Raleigh, Major Jay Sliwinski and C/MSgt Jessica Erskine. The first thing on the schedule for this tour was introductions: Rep. Kresha was introduced to this year’s Encampment commander, and his executive staff. Anyone who has not experienced an Encampment is generally, very in-
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campment, there are many opportunities to bond as a team and one of them is flight time, during this flight time it’s the leader’s time to teach, answer questions and promote group bonding. Rep. Kresha was given an opportunity to be a part of Echo flight, flight time and the cadets were given an opportunity to tell the representative all they have learned and share fun stories. After Rep. Kresha got to experience flight time, the cadets were given a wonderful opportunity to hear him tell his story and give personal advice. The last thing scheduled for this tour was watching cadets learn a lifelong skill of attention to detail. This skill was obtained by
many cadets when given the challenge to make a nearly perfect bunk and perfect their uniform to represent Civil Air Patrol well. Inspections were only minutes away, cadets were racing around and motivation was at its peak. This year MN Wing Encampment is in the midst of being successfully completed. The visit from Rep. Kresha truly made a lasting impact on the cadets that were involved. The tour definitely left a lifelong impression on Rep. Kresha for how important Civil Air Patrol is to Minnesota and to the United States of America.
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St. Rosa Lions presented the Melvin Jones Award to Ebe Hinnenkamp (right). Presenting the award is Past District Governor Frank Leidenfrost (left). Submitted by Dennis Ritter. St. Rosa Lions New officers for 2013-2014 are: President- Chuck Barth; 1st Vice- Henry Arnzen; 2nd ViceKurt Skillings; Treasurer- Art Kerfeld; Secretary- Dennis Ritter; Directors- Dan
Mound Lake Association 4th of July Boat Parade was held on Saturday, July 6th. The winners were: Best Boat – The DeMaris Family (pictured above) and Best Pontoon – The Snow Family (pictured below). Submitted by Carol Johnson.
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Bradley Radtke US Air Force has been promoted to the rank of Captain effective February 2013. His unit the 122nd Fighter Wing Comptroller Flight has earned 3 out of 9 categories for the “Air Force Financial Management and Comptroller Award Winners” Fiscal year 2012. The 122nd was named: “Financial management Comptroller Office of the Year”; “Financial Analysis Office of the Year”; “Financial Management Budget Officer of the Year”, Captain Bradley Radtke; The Comptroller Flight for the 122nd Fighter Wing having earned 3 national awards a big accomplishment for the base.
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Local Municipality Minutes Grey Eagle City July 9, 2013 These are unapproved minutes. The regular meeting of the Grey Eagle City Council was called to order by Mayor Jim Gohman at 7:00 p.m., on the 9th day of July, 2013. Council members present were Ralph Muellner, Dennis Barrett, Thom Muellner and Andrea Kraska. There were no council members absent. Also in attendance were Lori Hellmann, Andy Bartkowicz and guests Tom Roe, Loren Roe, John Roe, Nola Warnert, Bob Ahrens, Stuart Ahrens and Ryan Sauerer. A motion was made by Dennis Barrett to approve the amended agenda. A second was made by Ralph Muellner and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. A motion was made by Thom Muellner to approve the minutes of the June 11, 2013 meeting as written. A second was made by Dennis Barrett and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. John Roe, representing the Roe Family, addressed the council regarding the recent storm that caused power outages, heavy rains and flooding. The family home had water in the basement for the second time in a couple of years and wanted to know what the City did during the course of the issue, and what the City plans to do in the future to prevent the same issues. Mayor Jim Gohman stated that every precaution was taken to try to alleviate the situation during the power outage and that the city hired two septic pumping companies to come in and pump the sanitary sewer lines to help reduce the water flow. There was also a question by the Roe Family as to what guarantees there would be so that this wouldn’t happen again in the future. Since power outages, heavy rains and flooding are not something that the city can control, no guarantees could be provided. The City sanitary sewer system
is designed by state standards to meet the needs of typical households in a city its size. Typical sanitary needs include toilets, bath and shower, sinks and laundry, etc. The gravity flow design has two electrically powered lift stations to complete the flow to the pond system. The system is separate from drainage water generated by rainfall and snow melt conditions with the exception of leakage from man-hole covers and seepage in those components. Recent rainfalls have resulted in an influx of non-sanitary discharges from sump pumps and other water removal systems that have overloaded the drainage capacities of the system. The city received a large number of complaints of flooded basements, some of which happened after the power to the lift stations was restored. This is because the sewer system was full when electrical power was restored and basement sump pump operation resumed. Residents are reminded that sump pump discharge into the city sewer system is illegal. The city has an ordinance which states: No person shall discharge or cause to be discharged, directly or indirectly any storm water, groundwater, subsurface drainage, sump pump or footing drain water, or unpolluted cooling or processing water, to any sanitary sewer except as permitted by the city. Residents are asked to voluntarily comply with city ordinances to avoid any further action on this problem. Bob Ahrens presented the council with a building permit application to remove existing home and build a new basement on which a thirteen year old modular home would be moved onto. Pictures of the modular home were presented to the council for review. A motion was made by Dennis Barrett to approve the building permit application to remove existing home, build a new basement and move on a 28’x52’ modular home, providing all city and state setbacks are met. A second was made by Thom
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Muellner and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. Ryan Sauerer, Project Manager for Preferred Controls discussed the proposal of a SCADA system for the Water and Wastewater systems. This system would provide the following: 1. Updated controls for the booster pump (automatic control strategy including winter and summer modes) 2. Centralized parameter entry with local control for the water system. 3. Expanded alarming for the entire system: a)West Lift Station; b) East Lift Station; c) Water Plant (well and booster); d) Water Tower 4. Security alarms for both lift station and the Water Plant, including Well Cap and Water Tower intrusion alarms. 5. Data analysis for pump run times for the lift stations, booster, and well pumps. 6. Back up mode for control of the booster pump. 7. Transducer control at lift stations. 8. Phase failure protection at lift stations. 9. Intrinsic barriers at East Lift Station. As part of the conversation with Ryan, the council discussed the need to purchase a back- up generator for the East Lift Station. Information regarding a back - up generator will be gathered and submitted at the August meeting. A motion was made by Jim Gohman to approve the purchase of the SCADA system from Preferred Controls, with all four optional components for $29,980 plus sales tax. The purchase would include free phone support and any future upgrades. A second was made by Dennis Barrett and the following votes were cast upon a roll call vote: Thom Muellner, aye; Dennis Barrett, aye; Andrea Kraska, aye; Ralph Muellner, aye; Jim Gohman, aye. Motion carried. The following water, wastewater and maintenance items were discussed: 1. Andy took the water test to obtain a Class C license and successfully passed. 2. A water leak at The Junction was taken care of at property owner’s expense. 3. The culvert by Ken Messer will be looked at in the coming week. The clerk was instructed to send out letters for property clean up in the city. The council discussed renting the Fire Hall for private parties. At this time there is no way to lock up some of the Fire Department equipment, and the bathrooms are not big enough to handle large groups. Some of the equipment that is used by the Fire Department is difficult to lock away. If there is a fire, some of that equipment needs to be readily available. There also could not be any winter rentals because the equipment could not be put outside for fear that the equipment would freeze up. A motion was made by Ralph Muellner to not allow the use of the Fire Hall for private parties or gatherings, but will continue to allow use for civic organizations. A second was made by Thom Muellner and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. A motion was made by Thom Muellner to approve $250 donation to the Initiative Foundation. A second was made by Dennis Barrett and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
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maintenance has been on the job training. The Laundromat has 8 regular washers, 2 extra size and 2 super size washers. They also have large dryers and folding tables. The prices vary depending on the washer size. They also have handicap accessible machines. The Grey Eagle Laundromat is open Monday to Saturday 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Area students named to Dean’s List Nicole Berscheid, a senior at Bethel University in St. Paul, Minn., has been named to the Dean’s List for academic excellence for the spring 2013 semester. She is the daughter of Tim and Sharon Berscheid from Holdingford. The Dean’s List honors students who achieve an outstanding scholastic record during a semester with a grade point average of 3.6 or greater. Bethel University has been a leader and model in Christian higher educa-
The council discussed the continued employment of Matt Zinniel. Matt has been working as the water and wastewater operator for the past couple of years. However, since Andy has his Class D wastewater license and has been taking care of the day to day operations of the wastewater system, the number of hours that Matt is required to work has been reduced. Recently, Andy successfully obtained his Class C water license, which is what is required for running the city water system. The council would like to continue to keep Matt on the payroll, at least through the fall season, but at a reduced rate in wages. A motion was made by Andrea Kraska to reduce the wage paid to Matt to $350 per month, effective August 1, 2013. A second was made by Dennis Barrett and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. The clerk was instructed to proceed with delinquent utilities as allowed by ordinance. A motion was made by Thom Muellner to approve the various fund transfers as follows: $768.36 from the Fire Fund to the Fire Hall Debt Service Fund, $103.90 from the Sewer Fund to the Sewer Rehab Fund and $79.97 from the General Fund of which $22.97 goes to the Water Fund and $57 goes to the Sewer Fund. A second was made by Dennis Barrett and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. Mayor Jim Gohman updated the council on the progress of the work taking place on the tennis
tion since 1871. Approximately 6,500 students from 49 states and 23 countries are enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, seminary, and adult education programs. Based in St. Paul, Minn., with additional seminary locations in San Diego and on the East Coast, Bethel offers rigorous bachelor’s and advanced degrees in nearly 100 fields. For further information on Bethel University, go to www. bethel.edu.
courts. A motion was made by Dennis Barrett to approve the payment of bills as listed and to include the following: $1,699.47 to Minnesota Power, $768.36 to Central Minnesota Credit Union and $1,400 to Eagle Fabricating. A second was made by Ralph Muellner and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried.
A motion was made by Thom Muellner to adjourn at 9:27 p.m. A second was made by Andrea Kraska and upon vote, with all members voting in favor, motion carried. The next regular meeting of the Grey Eagle City Council will be held Tuesday, August 13, 2013 in council chambers. Lori Hellmann, Clerk
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Improving Economy -State Rep. Ron Kresha Recently, the Minnesota Management and Budget office announced that a growing economy produced $463 million dollars in more-than-expected revenue. So what does this mean? First of all, the $463 million, according to state statute must pay off any unresolved school shift. This money will restore some of the educational payment funds. Over the course of 2012/2013 the school shift has been paid down by higher than expected revenue. Why the higher than expected revenue? Three factors contributed to the positive revenue return: 1. The last biennium budget kept spending under control and slowed down the growth of government spending. 2. Taxpayers who are heavily invested anticipated a higher federal and state tax rate on investments and therefore began divesting in 2012 to avoid higher tax climates. 3. The economy has slowly been improving. Here is a short analysis by Bill Marx, the nonpartisan fiscal analyst at the House of Representatives:
“MMB [Minnesota Management & Budget] says that more than half of the $334.9 million income tax variance came from higher liability on 2012 income taxes. Some of this increase may be explained by economic growth but MMB expects that much of the increase is due to taxpayers moving more income that projected into 2012 to avoid higher federal tax rates. This could have the effect of lowering income taxes in future years.” The new DFL budget from this past session took effect 7/1/2013. The budget, as you may know, calls for 2.1 billion in new spending and taxes. In order for our MN economy to sustain the new spending increases the planned new taxes must meet the spending demand and the economy cannot hesitate. If our economy pauses, or the tobacco tax does not raise the intended revenue, or if investors pull back from the market in response to higher healthcare and increasing Federal interests rates our state budget will likely head into deficit territory. Enjoy the summer, still lots of time to soak in some sun or fend off some mosquitoes.
DNR announces first August Canada goose season Minnesota will conduct its first August Canada goose season from Saturday, Aug. 10 to Sunday, Aug. 25, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) said. “The state’s Canada goose population is very high and exceeds our statewide goal,” said Steve Cordts, the DNR’s waterfowl specialist. “We have continued agricultural depredation concerns in the western portion of the state with large numbers of Canada geese. This is one more option for us to try and increase our harvest of Canada geese.” Hunting will be restricted to an intensive harvest zone in west-central Minnesota. The daily bag limit will be 10 Canada geese with no possession limit. Shooting hours will be from one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset. A small game hunting license, special goose permit and state waterfowl stamp are required. “It’s hard to gauge what hunter participation will be since this is the first time we have had August goose hunting,” Cordts said. “But for those who are interested, there should be ample opportunity.” The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service approved the hunt as a management option for states dealing with overabundant populations of resident Canada geese. Additional details are on the DNR website at www.
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mndnr.gov/waterfowl. The DNR will announce details of fall waterfowl seasons, including the September Canada goose hunt, in early August.
Swanville Fishing League 2013
Lake Shamineau • July 10 Riverside Meats 176 Waltman Appraisal 140 Little Falls Fire Dept 79 Where’s The Fish 69 Bucktails 68 OK Tire & Bait 61 Gorka’s Catering 57 Red’s Irish Pub 59 Happy Hooker’s 49 Big Bobbers 52 Half”N”Inch Short 52 Roto Mold 21 Largest Fish Fish Date Size Name No. Pike 5/15 26” Captain Mike 5/22 26” Reds’ Irish Pub LM Bass 6/12 20” Riverside Meats Sunfish 5/15 9 1/2” Jim Waltman Walleye 5/15 26 1/2” Mike Piekarski Crappie 6/5 13” Matt Harakel
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Full service pickup & delivery available. Located in Upsala. Call Paul 320-630-8891
Garage Sales
GREY EAGLE CITY WIDE GARAGE SALES: GEM Fest weekend, July 19-20, dates & time vary. GARAGE SALE: July 19-21: 9 am-6 pm GEM Fest weekend, 110 Cedar St. N. Grey Eagle. Lots of good items, many home sewn doll clothes fit 18” and barbie clothes. Come and look! GARAGE SALE: July 19-20, 8 a.m.2 p.m.; Grey Eagle United Methodist Church. Furniture, etc., at Lake Country Storage. Saturday: Craft, Bake Sale and Luncheon. RUMMAGE/BAKE SALE: Saturday, July 20: 8 am-1 pm. Hot beef sandwiches & other goodies. St. John’s Lutheran Church, Grey Eagle.
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SEES STRAY TAIL TEAR THEM THEY TUNE TWIN UNITED UNTO VAIN VASE WAGE WHEAT WHEN YEAH
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320-333-6382 Dock & Lift • Installation & Removal
GARAGE SALE: 8 Families, Friday, July 19th, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Zollar residence, 2 Miles East of Grey Eagle on State Hwy. 28. HUGE DOWNSIZING SALE: Big Birch Lake, July 18-July 20, open at 8am, 11655 County Rd 47, South of Grey Eagle. Furniture, antiques, craft supplies, household items, home décor, yard/garden decor, canning jars, tools and garage toys, Coleman camp stoves, hunting & fishing supplies, much more. ESTATE/MOVING SALE: July 27: 8-2. Furniture, beauty shop furniture, tools, clothes men plus, women clothes, antiques, household items, lots more! 168 W. St., St. Martin. 7/18P
Grey Eagle United Methodist Church Garage Sale
Across from the Rock Tavern
Fri., July 19 & Sat., July 20 • 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Furniture & Larger Items Next Door at Lake Country Storage
Craft & Bake Sale Sat., July 20 • 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
with a Luncheon from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Featuring: Barbecue on Bun, Potato Salad, Chips, Pickles, Pies, Beverages
Take-out and Delivery Available - Call 320-285-8013 Tour our New, Handicapped Accessible Church!
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HOUSE CLEANING: Will do house/ cabin cleaning on regular basis or seasonal. References available. Call Janine at 320-285-5902. JK-tfnB WANTED TO BUY: Slaughter cows, also lumpjaw cattle, foundered steers, etc. (Pay with green.) Henry Kasper, 320-547-9913, cell 320-360-9913. 9/19P WANTED TO BUY: Standing timber: White Oak, Red Oak, Maple, Basswood, Pine, & Poplar. Baum’s Logging, Burtrum, MN. Office: 320-285-3565, Cell: 320-815-1863. SBtfnB
CASH FOR OLD MOTORCYCLES WANTED 1960-1996 All Makes & Models
320-815-9385
WANTED: Snow bird rental for 5-6 months, utilities included, AZ, Gulfport, MS, reasonable rent. Call 320-2852308.
FOR SALE: 2000 model Shorelandr boat trailer with rollers, ideal for 14’-16’ alum. fishing boat. Call 320-260-2617. FOR SALE: 1937 JD shortframe “B” for restoration, straight tin, roadgear, f/w front, wheels, hydraulics, turns over, $2,495. Call 320-732-2272.
FOR SALE: 1985 Ford Ranger pickup, 4 cyl. 5 speed, looks & runs good. Call 320-492-8032.
2 & 3 Bedroom Homes Available in a Nice Quiet Setting, Attached Garage, Washer & Dryer Hook Ups, Close to Bike Trail. Call for Details!
Laura:
Office: 320-256-3630 Cell: 320-219-3158
29033 Co Rd 17, Freeport, MN - in St. Rosa No Phone Calls, Please!
FOR SALE: Struts and springs for Chrysler Town and Country, springs new. Call 320-492-8032.
FOR SALE: Poodle puppies, variety of colors and sizes, exc. quality. Call 320492-8032. FOR SALE: Maltese puppies, sweet non shedding fluff balls, potty training started. Call 320-492-8032.
APARTMENTS FOR RENT
In Albany: 1 & 2 Bedroom Cats Ok
One Bedroom Apartment Available Immediately
-Must be 62 years or older, handicapped or disabled. -Rental assistance available for qualified individuals -Free cable TV - Heat included -Well maintained -Laundry rooms available -Mail delivery and pickup at building
Equal Housing Opportunity
For more information, contact Julie at 320-573-2151.
ARNZEN CONSTRUCTION
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HELP WANTED
Full Time Person for Estimating & Computer Drafting For Residential & Light Commercial and eventually Sales & Project Management. Experience preferred. Benefits include: Health & Life Insurance, Pension Plan, Vacation Pay Apply in person at:
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29033 Co Rd 17, Freeport, MN - in St. Rosa No Phone Calls, Please!
FOR SALE: Sturdy kitchen table with 4 roller chairs; couch w/reclining sides; table lamps, pole lamp. Call 320-2548496. FOR SALE: 1994 Ford Explorer, 4x4, runs & looks good, power windows, locks, remote starter. Call 320-4928032. FOR SALE: Kitchen table with 2 leaves & 4 chairs in good condition, $125 or B/O. Call 320-573-2089. FOR SALE: 30-30 Marlin deer rifle; 22 Marlin rifle. Call 320-573-2515.
OAK RIDGE MANOR APTS. One Bedroom Apartments Available!
Rent based on income. Rent Includes: Water, Sewer, Refuse, Bulk Rate-Cable Call Today & Make Oak Ridge Manor Your New Home! Office: 320-256-3630 Cell: 320-219-3158 Equal Housing Equal Housing Opportunity
Townhomes For Rent
Long Prairie: Terrace Townhome Melrose: Village Townhome East Village Townhome 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 320-749-2611
FOR SALE: 14’ boat, 4.5 hp motor, trailer, $1,500; bird houses, feeders & lawn ornaments. Call 320-293-5280. 7/25 FOR SALE: Firewood, cut, split, dry, also boiler wood, $100 cord. Call 320845-2043, leave message. tfn FOR SALE: Big square & round bales of hay. Call Josh, 320-761-0778. tfn
FOR RENT
Office space in Swanville. Call Rotomolding, Inc. at 320-547-3003 for information. FOR RENT: 2 bedroom in Upsala, in quiet 4-plex, $485/month. Call 320241-0586. GS-tfnB FOR RENT: Mobile home in south Texas for snowbirds completely furnished, very nice. 320-492-8032. 7/25P FOR SALE: Two lots in Burtrum with water sewer electric with garage and storage building. Call 320-201-0117 or 320-285-2051. FOR SALE: 6 bedroom, 3 door garage, 35 acres on Rollings Lake. Old barn, sheds, country living, 280K. Call 320333-3868.
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FOR RENT VALLEY VIEW APARTMENTS
FOR SALE: 1990 Ford F150 Lariat, good wood hauler or hunting truck. Call 320-859-4114.
FOR SALE: Pallet jack, good condition. Call 320-492-8032.
FOR SALE: Trampoline, 14’ round, good cond. w/ladder. Call 320-4928032.
Park Place Town Homes
HELP WANTED
Full Time Construction Worker
FOR SALE: Tractor tires 18.4x38 approx. 40%. Call 320-492-8032.
FOR SALE: Motor home, diesel, 2000 39’ Dutch Star Slide, 2 AC, 2 TV, W/D queen bed, $67,900 or B/O. Call 320260-1392. FOR SALE: Ford Taurus SES 2002 V6, air, runs great, good mileage, power everything, $1,995. Call 320-420-5435, eves.
Experience preferred, but not necessary. Benefits include: Health & Life Insurance, Pension Plan, Vacation Pay Apply in person at:
FREE: Adorable indoor kitten. Call 320-254-8496. FOR SALE: Entry way/back porch for a mobile home, exterior walls insulated, interior completely finished & wired, would make a great storage shed, $250 or B/O. Call 612-597-4499.
FOR SALE: Sunfish-type sailboat, $125. Call 320-285-4965. 7/18
Part -Time Bartender
FOR SALE: Loveseat & couch $100; shadow box & figurines, $10; Maple China hutch, $350. Call 320-493-1163.
Week Nights & Weekend Nights. Will Train. Apply in Person at CORNER PUB in Freeport.
FOR SALE: 2008 Kawasaki Dirt Bike KLX140L, great condition, $1,700. Call 320-250-7146.
FOR SALE: Recliner, large chair and 1/2 size, good cond. Call 320-492-8032.
FOR SALE: 1986 Suntracker Bass Buggy pontoon and trailer, 35 HP Mercury motor, $4,500, boat lift $1,500. Call 320-285-3428. 7/18
HELP WANTED
FOR SALE: 1995 Ford F150 pickup, good except rear bumper, $750 OBO. Call 320-573-5400.
WANTED: Water skis all sizes and types. Call 763-370-5961. 7/18
FOR SALE: Clean, no rust, 1999 Buick LaSabre, 3.8 Eng, 154K, 30 MPG, $3,000. Call 320-352-2965.
HELP WANTED: Two part-time bartenders. Must be flexible with work hours. Apply in person only! Bullfrogs in Upsala, MN. 7/18B
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City Wide Garage Sales
Grey Eagle / Burtrum Area
GEM FEST 2013
GEM Fest Weekend
FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY JULY 19, 20, & 21 2013
July 19th & 20th
Garage Sales may vary on Dates & Time!
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FREE CONCERT IN THE PARK 12:30PM MAIN STAGE
TANGO 9:00PM-12:45AM
VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT CONTACT ERIC GOHMAN 763-242-2773
CITY WIDE GARAGE SALES
DENNIS WARNER
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ATV PULL 1:00PM KIDS EVENTS 11AM-2PM
FARMERS MARKET 8AM-12PM BANK PARKING LOT
CONTACT JILL KUROWSKI, 320-285-7780
ICE CREAM, SNACKS & BEVERAGES WILL BE AVAILABLE
KARAOKE CHALLENGE FINALS, 7PM MAIN STAGE
SUNDAY, JULY 21
PARADE STARTING AT 11:00AM
OLD TIME TRACTOR PULL
LINE UP BEHIND THE SCHOOL
(1969 AND OLDER) 11:00AM, REGISTRATION 10AM
CONTACT MIKE KUTTER, 320-285-2299
KIDS FEST AFTER PARADE
INFLATABLES & KIDS TRACTOR PULL
LIONS CLUB RAFFLE DRAWING AT 3PM
C ASH PRIZES
RAFFLE TICKETS AVAILABLE AT AREA MERCHANTS & AT THE EVENT
TO SPECIAL THANKSAN FOODS RIC LP PACKING/AME
NDARS: UR CALE MARK YO DAY LABOR R PULL TRACTO OW CAR SH SUNDAY
CLASSES: 3500, 4000, 4500, 5000, 5500, 6000, 6500, 7000, 7500, 8500, 9500 TWO OPEN CLASSES: 5500, 6500 NO TURBOS
Weigh-In: 8:30am - 11:00am Safety Meeting at 10:45am NO NEED TO PRE-REGISTER 1st Hook: $15 TROPHIES WILL BE AWARDED
CONTACT BOB VELDKAMP 320-630-3482 320-285-2360
WEEKEND EVENTS
SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT FRIDAY & SATURDAY
CONTACT THOM MUELLNER, 320-285-3345
TICKETS:
FRIDAY $15 DOOR, $10 ADVANCE SATURDAY $10 DOOR WEEKEND PASS FOR $15
FREE CAMPING
ALL WEEKEND LONG
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