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Don’t let fear of succcess hold you back -By Harvey Mackay

Legend has it that one day a man was walking in the desert when he met Fear and Plague.

They said they were on the way to a city to kill 10,000 people. The man asked Plague if he was going to do all the work.

Plague smiled and said, “No, I’ll take care of only a few hundred. I’ll let my friend Fear do the rest.”

Can you actually die from fear?

Most likely not. What fear kills is your spirit, your ambition, your confidence.

Several years ago I wrote a column about “The Second Ten Commandments.”

Commandment two stated: Thou shall not be fearful, for most of the things we fear never come to pass. Every crisis we face is multiplied when we act out of fear.

Fear is a self-fulfilling emotion. When you fear something, you empower it. If you refuse to concede to fear, there is nothing to fear.

Success usually depends on overcoming your fears: fear of taking a risk, fear of asserting yourself, fear of exposing your deepest self to other people, and ultimately, fear of failure.

But for some people, the real fear is – believe it or not – success itself.

Fear of failure can be crippling, but fear of success can paralyze your efforts

just as severely. Avoiding success may seem irrational, but success brings change, and change is often threatening.

We fear success because success can bring expectations of continued success.

Achieving a major goal is hard work.

What happens if people expect you to keep doing it indefinitely? Can you continue to produce?

Another concern is that co-workers may look to you for advice or assistance once you’ve proved you can succeed.

You may lose control over your time or your privacy. Or you might offer advice that doesn’t work as well as hoped.

Then your achievements might become suspect.

And you certainly don’t want to make enemies of the people you work with. Some people delight in taking down successful people. Envious or hostile peers can make life miserable. Can you bring them on board on another project so they can also celebrate some success?

The prospect of actually reaching a goal can be terrifying: What comes next?

How will people react? What if your goal turns out to be meaningless? These worries can lead to procrastination and self-sabotage. To overcome them, and achieve the success you were meant to enjoy, follow this advice: • Face your fears. Explore the emotions you have about success.

Analyze what you’re really afraid of, and it will usually lose its impact.

• Focus on the process. The end result may be important, but as with any journey, the individual steps can be

more meaningful than the destination.

Concentrate on what you’re learning, the people you meet, and the experiences you collect as you move closer to your goal.

• Analyze past successes. Look at projects or achievements from your past.

What obstacles did you face? How did success make you feel? What changed as a result? This will help you sort through and clarify your fears and your ability to overcome them.

• Anticipate the changes. Ask yourself, “What will happen when I succeed?” By confronting fears, you take away their power, and you’ll be able to identify strategies for moving beyond them.

• Select worthwhile goals. Pursue goals that address your needs, not anyone else’s. Take the time to think through what success will really mean before committing yourself. You’ll only be excited about success if it’s what you truly want.

• Think about the rewards. Don’t let concerns about the future distract you from the positive benefits of reaching Harvey Mackay continued to pg 3

Upcoming Events

THURSDAY, NOW-JUNE 26 • Novena Mass at Assumption (Grasshopper) Chapel, Cold Spring every Thursday. Rosary 7 p.m. Mass 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, MAY 31 • 4-H Club Recycling Event from 8-11 a.m. at the Freeport Fire Hall. See ad on page 12.

THURSDAY, JUNE 5 • Grey Eagle-Burtrum Lions Annual Summer Red Cross Blood Drive from 1-7:00 p.m., at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Grey Eagle.

FRIDAY, JUNE 6 • DivorceCare Classes for Women Only at 7 p.m., at the Titus 2 Ministry Center, Alexandria.

FRIDAY, JUNE 13 • Grey Eagle St. Joseph’s Church Dinner & Auction starting at 5:30 p.m. at the American Legion, Melrose. See ad on page 12.

SATURDAY, JUNE 14 • 37th Annual Munichfest, New Munich.

SUNDAY, JUNE 15 • Freeport Fire Department 53rd Annual Ham BBQ - Beef & Hog Raffle from 4:30-9 p.m. at the Freeport Community Center.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18 • Grey Eagle Senior Center Monthly Membership Meeting at 11 a.m. at the center.

SATURDAY, JUNE 21 • 4th Annual Morrison County Breakfast on the Farm from 7:30-11:30 a.m. at Pike Hills Dairy, Little Falls.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25 • Grey Eagle Senior Center Pot Luck/ Bingo Party at 5 p.m. at the center.

FRI.-SUN., JULY 18-20 • GEM Fest, Grey Eagle.

SAT.-SUN., JULY 19-20 • Sacred Heart Parish 33rd Annual Festival & Parade, Freeport.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Hometown News • Thursday, May 29, 2014 • Page 3

Birth Announcement Tennley Irene Rohde

Terry and Missy Rohde are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Tennley Irene Rohde, born May 8, 2014.

Tennley weighed 8 pounds, 7 ounces and measured 20 inches in length.

Grandparents are Wayne VanHeel, Mike & Diane Rohde and Linda & Ken Unger.

Harvey Mackay continued from page 2 your goals. Visualize the upside: the final product, a satisfied customer, a check, or some other tangible results.

• Create new behaviors. After you’ve looked through the issues, start devising strategies for moving forward. How can you reinforce your self-confidence?

What excuses do you need to eliminate?

How can you sustain your motivation?

• Be realistic. Remember that success won’t solve all your problems, but the feeling of accomplishment can make everyday irritations easier to tolerate even if you can’t erase them.

Benjamin Franklin had some timeless advice for those who are afraid of success

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Beverages, brats, hot dogs, sides and sweets will be provided. No presents, just your presence! Come to visit, play yard games, or bring a suit to enjoy the lake.

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and failure: “The man who does things makes mistakes, but he never makes the biggest mistake of all – doing nothing.”

Mackay’s Moral: If you want to be successful, you must first succeed in conquering your fear 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!...

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Leonard L. Hagstrom

Obituaries Barbara M. Muellner

Barbara M. Muellner, age 87 of Grey Eagle, died peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, May 23, 2014 at her daughter’s home in St. Stephen, Minnesota.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 27 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Grey Eagle with Rev. Ronald Dockendorf officiating.

Interment was in the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Little Falls.

Barbara Marie Rottman was born June 2, 1926 in St. Paul, Minnesota to Bernard and Sophie (Gallas) Rottman. On June 28, 1947 she married Raymond Muellner at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in St Paul.

Barbara worked for the Pearson’s Candy Company for a number of years but mostly enjoyed being a homemaker. She was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church

Bert Olberding

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 AM on Friday, May 30, 2014 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud for Bert Olberding who passed away on Sunday at his home in St Cloud. Rev. LeRoy Scheierl will officiate and entombment will be in the Assumption Mausoleum. Family and friends may call from 9:00-11:00 AM on Friday at the church. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in St. Cloud.

Bert was born on December 20, 1938 in Freeport, Minnesota to Hubert and

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in Grey Eagle. Barbara enjoyed playing the organ, embroidering, working cross word and jig saw puzzles, going for walks, traveling, shopping, and loved spending time with her family.

Survivors include her children, Cindy (Gary) Kerfeld of St. Stephen, and Diane (Jim) Wolfe of Evansville, Indiana; grandchildren, Nicole, Desiree, Tanya, Steve, Jeff, Jacob and Matthew; 11 greatgrandchildren; and daughter-in-law, Cathy Muellner of North St. Paul.

Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Muellner on May 2, 2008; parents; son, Donald Muellner; brothers and sisters, Dorthy, Louise, Leroy, Robert, Raymond, Francis, and George.

Serving as casket bearers were Jacob Muellner, Matt Muellner, Steve Wolfe, Jeff Wolfe, Cory Bengston, Eric Abraham and Chad Klocker. Cross bearer was Nicole Klocker and scripture bearer was Alexandra Wolfe.

Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Grey Eagle.

Christine (Stueve) Olberding. He married Audrey Muellner on June 24, 1961 at St. Joseph’s Church in Grey Eagle. Bert was employed at Matthew Hall Lumber, Piggly Wiggly, Coborn’s, and retired in 2000 from Frigidaire. He was a member of St. Peter’s Church and The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers. Some of Bert’s hobbies included cribbage, playing cards, and playing the concertina. Bert took pride in always keeping his vehicles washed and polished. He loved to tease people and was a “good joker.”

Bert is survived by his wife of 53 years, Audrey, of St. Cloud; siblings, Roger Olberding of St. Cloud, Maryann Zinniel of St. Cloud, and Marlene Muellner of Grey Eagle.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

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Leonard L. Hagstrom, age 87 of Burtrum, died peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, May 25, 2014 at St. Otto’s Care Center in Little Falls, Minnesota.

A funeral service will be held 2 p.m.

Thursday, May 29 at Saint John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Grey Eagle with Rev. Ron Tibbetts officiating. Interment will follow in Lakeview Cemetery.

Friends may call from 1 to 2 p.m.

Thursday at the church in Grey Eagle.

Leonard Leo Hagstrom was born May 20, 1927 in Elmdale Township, Morrison County, Minnesota to August and Ruth (Anderson) Hagstrom. He was united in marriage to Louise Ainali on October 15, 1950 at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Grey Eagle. Leonard was a

Ervin John Stangler

Mass of Christian Burial celebrating the life of Ervin John Stangler, age 87 of Albany will be 11:00 AM Thursday May 29, 2014 at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany.

Father Cletus Connors, OSB will officiate and burial will take place in the parish cemetery.

Ervin passed away peacefully with family by his side on Sunday afternoon at the Talahi Memory Care Center in St. Cloud.

There will be a visitation after 10:00 AM on Thursday at the church.

Ervin was born on November 13, 1926 to Anton and Catherine (Duevel) Stangler in Albany, MN. Ervin grew up on a farm outside of Albany and lived his entire life in the Albany area. He married Tina Briddell on July 15, 1961 in Superior, WI. Ervin worked at Electrolux for 40 years as a painter.

farmer who raised dairy and beef cattle and also raised sheep. He was proud to have lived on the family farm for over 85 years. Leonard was an outdoorsman who loved cutting wood and looking for mushrooms. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, trapping, and attending family parties on Molly Lake.

Survivors include his wife, Louise Hagstrom of Burtrum; children, Neil (Judith) Hagstrom of Burtrum, Douglas Hagstrom of Benson, Sherry (John) Zeis of Burtrum, and Melanie (Gary) Erickson of Little Falls; 12 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

Leonard was preceded in death by his parents; brother, James “Jimmy” Hagstrom; and daughter-in-law, Cynthia Hagstrom.

Serving as casket bearers will be Jacob Zeis, Matthew Hagstrom, Tom Klinnert, Clint DeZeeuw, David Zarns, and Aaron Krzak. Honorary bearers will be Leonard’s grandchildren.

Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Grey Eagle.

He was a member of the St. Joseph Society and the Seven Dolors Catholic Church.

Ervin enjoyed the outdoors especially fishing and gardening. He also enjoyed spending time with this family.

He is survived by his wife, Tina, children, Ken (Amy) Stangler, Blaine; Mark (Carol) Stangler, St. Cloud; Dean (Lisa) Stangler, Alexandria; grandchildren, Amber, Austin, Robert, Amanda, Luke, Megan and Morgan; siblings, Robert (Mary) Stangler, St. Joseph; Marcella (Bonafice) Hallerman, St. Cloud and Tony (Evelyn) Stangler, Albany.

He is preceded in death by his parents Anton and Catherine, brother, Lawrence and infant sister, Jilleta.

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Louis Theodore Chock Mass of Christian Burial celebrating the life of Louis Theodore Chock, age 85 of Sobieski, formerly of Opole was held Wednesday May 28, 2014 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Sobieski.

Father Tim Wenzel officiated and burial took place in the parish cemetery following mass. Louis passed away peacefully at the St. Otto’s Care Center in Little Falls on Saturday morning.

Louis was born on March 28, 1929 to Theodore and Mary (Fussy) Chock in Avon, MN. He attended St. Anna Country School and later received his high school diploma while serving in the United States Army. He was enlisted in the Army from 1952 until 1954. He married Margaret Heinen on April 10, 1956. Louis farmed near Sobieski from 1956-1990. He then moved to Sobieski and lived there from 1991 until 1994. He spent the rest of his life in Opole. His wife Margaret passed away in 1990. He later married Lavern Broda on March 22, 1997. Louis was selfemployed as a carpenter all his life; he worked with his son Duane until he was 80 years old.

Louis was a member the Knights of Columbus in Holdingford, Bowlus American Legion Post #642 as well as the VFW’s in Holdingford and Little Falls.

He is also a member of the St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Sobieski.

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fishing and gardening. He played the concertina and he liked to polka and waltz.

Louis is survived by his wife, Lavern; children, Joan A. (Duane) Czech, Little Falls; Debbie (George) Wippler, Little Falls; Duane (Ann) Chock, Sobieski and Kenny (Kayla) Chock, Sobieski; 9 grandchildren, Jeremy, Barney, Josh, Tiffany, Alicia, Stephanie, Allison, Michelle and Ryan; 4 step grandchildren, Beth, Aaron, Theresa and Ellie; 4 greatgrandchildren; siblings, Eugene (Connie), St. Joseph; Maryann Pogatschnik, Avon; and Mary Panek, Avon.

He is preceded in death by his first wife Margaret in 1990; brother, Richard (Betty) Chock, brothers-in-law, Edwin Pogatschnik and Alfred Panek and infant grandson, Eric Gosiak.

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Author, illustrator of ‘The Littlest Loon’ at Grey Eagle Library May 31 A group of Veterans from central Minnesota had the opportunity to go on a veterans fishing trip to Ely. A group of 35 veterans were invited. Pictured here is Mike Kedrowski from rural Swanville with a trophy for catching the most fish on the trip. Submitted by Bob Koetter.

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Kutter, a retired high school language arts teacher, edits the Big Birch Lake Association Newsletter, where he first included a description of the loon story in his column.

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STRANGE BREED by Steve Langille

Notes from the Capitol By State Rep. Paul Anderson

Session ends, giving way to farming, Memorial Day

The first major holiday of the summer season with Memorial Day was celebrated May 26.

It’s a time when we all should stop to remember the ultimate sacrifice made by those who answered the call to defend our country. What those men and women did, what they fought for, was to insure that the United States of America remains the greatest country in the world. We owe them a huge debt of gratitude.

It’s been nearly a week now since the legislative session adjourned. Leadership from both parties has made its way around the state, recounting how the session turned out. I will have more to say about the outcome in future columns as the focus this week is on Memorial Day, saluting our veterans and remembering those who have gone before us.

The weather seems to have finally straightened out. Cold temps throughout springtime have slowed down those crops that have been planted and excess moisture has kept farmers from making much planting progress at all in some areas.

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Two of the world’s most famous theologians, Karl Barth and Paul Tillich, were having a debate about the important questions people have about life.

Tillich said that theology should answer the psychological questions people have about their “felt needs.” Barth responded with a loud “No!” He continued his objection to that idea stating that “The world does not know the right questions to ask. God,” he continued, “must reveal the right questions to man as well as the right answers!”

In Psalm 15 God revealed both the right questions and the right answers through David. “Who,” David wanted to know, “may live in the presence of God? Who can stand before Him? Who can know Him now and forever? And Who can go to heaven?”

David asked questions that force us to look at both our attitude and our actions. They cover our walk as well as our works. It also addresses the fact that it is not possible to remain neutral in our relationship with God. We are either growing closer to Him or drifting farther away from Him. He did not ask any superficial questions of God. He was serious as well as sincere. He was not only concerned about his journey through life but about his ultimate destination - abiding with Him forever.

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Hometown News • Thursday, May 29, 2014 • Page 9

Local Municipality Minutes Burtrum City May 5, 2014 The meeting of the Burtrum City Council was called to order on Monday, May 5th, 2014 at 7 p.m.

by Mayor Allen. Roll call was taken with Clara Taft and Ron Strassburg absent.

Minutes of the April 7th meeting were read and approved on a motion by Anna Payne and seconded by Kevin Wunderlich. Upon vote, motion carried.

The finance report was given and accepted on a motion by Kevin Wunderlich and seconded by Anna Payne. Upon vote, motion carried.

Checks number 7230 thru 7239 were approved for payment on a motion by Kevin Wunderlich and seconded by Anna Payne. Upon vote, motion carried.

Under old business, the bids for the hall roof were opened. There were several questions so the matter was tabled until the June Council meeting.

Swing set and basketball back boards will be painted.

Burning permits will also be available from Kevin Wunderlich.

Being no further business, a motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Anna Payne and seconded

by Kevin Wunderlich. Upon vote, motion carried.

These are unapproved minutes.

Dorothy Strassburg, City Clerk Melrose City April 17, 2014 The Melrose City Council met in a Regular Meeting on Thursday, April 17, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. at the Melrose City Center pursuant to due notice being given thereof. Present were Council Members Joe Finken, Jenny Mayers, Dick Christenson, Mayor Tim Vogel, City Administrator/Treasurer Michael Brethorst and City Clerk Patti Haase. Council Member Tony Klasen was absent.

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

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

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

The following items were considered for approval under the Consent Agenda: Approval of the following: a. the minutes from the Council’s March 3 Special Joint Meeting with the Public Utilities Commission and the March 20 Regular Meeting. b. list of bills in the amount of $188,362.96. c. list of investments for the month of March. d. Ambulance Department uncollectible accounts in the amount of $6,220.40 have been submitted to Revenue Recapture, collections, or written off. A complete list of accounts is on file at the City Office.

There was also a total of $4,179.55 collected from account holders during this quarter. e. Fire Department uncollectible accounts in the amount of $1,175 have been submitted to Revenue Recapture, collections, or written off. A complete list of accounts is on file at the City Office.

There was also a total of $371.18 collected from account holders during this quarter. f. Fire Chief Jeremy Kraemer is requesting Council approval to hire Jeffrey Opsal, Kelly Kruchten, and Nathan Hiltner as volunteer firefighters. Chief Kraemer and

other officers of the Department have conducted the oral interview and physical agility tests. All of these individuals have completed a successful background and pre-employment physical or are in the process of getting them completed. The hiring of these individuals would bring the Fire Department membership to 29 members; they are able to have up to 30 members. The Council to give consideration approving the hire of Mr. Opsal, Mr. Kruchten, and Mr. Hiltner.

A motion was made by Mr. Christenson, seconded by Mr. Finken and unanimously carried to approve the Consent Agenda items.

Mayor Vogel stated that the Council will hold a hearing regarding the Appeal of a Dangerous Animal. Police Chief Jensen noted that the reason for the dog being deemed as a dangerous dog stems from two unprovoked incidents where the animal attacked another domestic animal and, on one occasion, potentially bit a human when trying to intervene in the altercation between the two animals. Dan Senart, father of Zachary Senart, the dog’s owner, addressed the Council regarding the Melrose Police Department’s deeming of Zach’s dog, Ecko, as a dangerous animal. Mr. Senart noted that by doing so, it ultimately is a death sentence for the dog. As per State Statute, once a dog is deemed dangerous, the owner must maintain public liability insurance, post signs of dangerous animal, muzzle and leash requirements, registration with the County, maintain proper enclosure, and current license and vaccinations. Mr. Senart noted that he has contacted several insurance companies and has been unable to find one who offers the insurance coverage that is required. According to Mr. Senart, prior to the two reported incidents, the dog has never demonstrated aggressive behavior. The dog has been around children and has never shown any signs of aggression. He noted that the two incidents occurred while the dog was boarded by Sean Fredell. Mr. Senart stated that they have been in contact with the individuals who were involved in the incidents and have come to a settlement regarding vet and medical bills with both parties. Mr. Senart is requesting the Council give Ecko a second chance.

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dog behavior (aggression class); however, the doctor is booked until June. Mr. Senart noted that they are not asking for a free ride; however, they are requesting the Council consider modifying the order from deeming Ecko as a dangerous dog to a potentially dangerous dog.

In by doing so, this will allow the dog from being euthanized as the owner cannot afford the expense that would be associated with meeting all of the criteria of a dangerous dog. The public hearing was closed at 6:36 p.m.

Planning and Development Director Walz reported on the Planning and Zoning Commission’s April 10 Regular Meeting. The Commission held a public hearing on the application for a Conditional Use Permit received in behalf of Verizon Wireless to allow the use of a portion of the City-owned north water tower site for the placement of equipment and generator structure. The Council will be addressing this later in the meeting.

The Commission also discussed the reader board sign inquiry from St. Mary’s and an anticipated planning request from the Utilities Commission and Charter Communications’ proposed generator installation.

Police Chief John Jensen presented the Police Department’s March report. He noted that a total of 12 citations were issued in the month of March. There were 37 verbal warnings. Chief Jensen stated there were 196 calls for service during this month compared to 201 for March of 2013. The yearto-date number of calls is 504 compared to 576 in 2013. For the month of March 2014, the Department received 34 agency assist calls.

During the period from March 13 through April 10, the City Attorney has given significant attention to the following for the City: • Draft Ordinance Amending Melrose City Code Chapter 32, Section 32.01 Parks and Recreation Board • Draft Ordinance Repealing Melrose City Code Chapter 32, Section 32.04 Public Safety Commission Mike Nielson with WSB provided an update on the 5th Avenue NE/CSAH 13 Bridge. Mr. Nielson presented various bridge designs from other communities.

The style of façade, lighting and railings will need to be se-

lected over the next month or two.

Mr. Nielson noted that the bridge reconstruction schedule is still undetermined at this time depending on the state legislature acting on the bonding bill.

Earlier this evening, an appeals hearing was held regarding the Police Department deeming of a dangerous dog. The owner’s father appeared before the Council requesting the Council give consideration to modifying the order to a potentially dangerous dog and, in six months, re-evaluate to rescind the order.

A motion was made by Mr. Finken to uphold the order by the Police Department deeming the dog as dangerous. There was not a second; therefore, the motion failed.

A motion was then made by Ms. Mayers to modify the order by the Police Department’s designation of dangerous dog to a potentially dangerous dog. The motion was seconded by Mr. Christenson with a roll call vote recorded as follows: For: Council Member Mayers, Christenson, and Mayor Vogel; Against: Council Member Finken; Absent: Council Member Klasen.

Mayor Vogel stated that at its meeting on April 10, the Planning and Zoning Commission continued the public hearing recessed from its March 13 meeting to consider the application of Verizon Wireless for a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Section 212.04 Uses

by Conditional Use Permit in an R-2, Moderate Density Residential District of 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. The public hearing had been recessed at the request of Verizon Wireless.

The purpose of the application for the Conditional Use Permit is to allow the use by Verizon Wireless of a portion of the Cityowned north water tower site located at 11 5th Avenue NW in an R-2, Moderate Density Residential District for the placement of an equipment and generator structure,

containing approximately 360 sf and to be constructed according to project-specific guidelines of the City, associated with the utilization of panel antennas to be placed by Verizon Wireless on the top of the water tower. When completed, this project, consisting of the installation of antennas and the equipment and generator structure, will enable Verizon Wireless to improve its communication service to the Melrose area. The City and Verizon Wireless are currently negotiating the terms of the lease agreement for a portion of the proposed site. Section 212.04 Uses by Conditional Use Permit of Zoning Ordinance No. 1989-1-A allows “Essential public utility service structures not exempted by Subsection 106” to be located in an R-2, Moderate Density Residential District. While not defined by Zoning Ordinance No. 1989-1-A, essential public utility services go beyond those provided by a public municipality and include those available to the general public such as electricity, natural gas, telephone, communications and television.

The revised Planning Report for this Conditional Use Permit application contains additional information regarding this request.

Following its review of the revised Planning Report, the related information and documents associated with the application for issuance of the Conditional Use Permit, and considering that no public input was presented at the public hearing nor received in writing prior to it, the Commission reviewed the application with the standards for granting a conditional use permit and determined that the requested use complied with those standards subject to the following conditions: • Verizon Wireless must enter into a lease agreement with the City for the use of a portion of the City-owned north water tower site located at 11 5th Street NW. • Verizon Wireless must present to the City a revised and signed finalized set of plans, specifications and drawings containing the

changes and modifications required by the City including a revised site survey and/or site plan with the proposed structure to be relocated to meet required site setbacks.

• The revised and signed finalized set of plans, specifications and drawings with the City-required modifications and changes must be presented to the City before an application for a building permit will be accepted.

• The structure must comply with the building code adopted by the City and all City ordinances and regulations.

• The generator, when operating in test mode, must operate during normal business hours, Monday through Friday.

• This Conditional Use Permit will terminate simultaneously at such time as any lease between the City and Verizon Wireless is terminated.

• Once installed and constructed, any expansions, alterations or modifications by Verizon Wireless to the equipment and generator structure or to the site of the leased property at 11 5th Street NW will require City approval.

• This Conditional Use Permit must be utilized one year from this date or it shall terminate.

• The Conditional Use Permit will not be executed by the City or recorded in the Office of the Recorder for Stearns County until such time as all of these conditions are fulfilled to the City’s satisfaction.

It then adopted Resolution No. P&Z 2014-001 recommending to the Council that it give consideration to concurring with its recommendation by approving the Conditional Use Permit application received from Verizon Wireless to allow the use of a portion of the City-owned north water tower site located at 11 5th Avenue NW in an R-2, Moderate Density Residential District for the placement of an equipment and generator structure, containing approximately 360 sf and to be constructed according to

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project-specific guidelines of the City, associated with the utilization of panel antennas to be placed by Verizon Wireless on the top of the water tower.

Council Member Finken introduced Resolution No. 2014-14, Resolution Concurring With The Recommendation Of The Planning And Zoning Commission Approving Case No. 14-400 Application From / In Behalf Of Verizon Wireless For Approval Of A Conditional Use Permit Under Section 212.04 R-2, Moderate Density Residential – Uses By Conditional Use Permit Of 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 For Placement On Leased Property Owned By The City Of Melrose Of An Equipment Structure With An Internal Standby Generator Associated With The Utilization Of Panel Antennas To Be Placed On Top Of The City’s “North Water Tower” To Improve The Communication Service Of Verizon Wireless To The Melrose Area. The motion was seconded by Ms. Mayers with a roll call vote recorded as follows: For: Council Members Finken, Mayers, Christenson and Mayor Vogel; Absent: Council Member Klasen. A copy of the resolution is on file in the City Administration Office.

Bids for the 2014 Sealcoat Project were opened on Tuesday, April 8 at 3:00 p.m. Said proposals for the furnishing of all labor and materials for construction of the following approximate quantities:15,750 gallon bituminous material for sealcoat (CRS-2P), 630 ton sealcoat aggregate (FA-2), 135 Lin ft 12” solid white - epoxy, 4,464 Lin ft 4” solid line white - epoxy, 446 Lin ft 4” broken line yellow - epoxy, and 612 sq ft crosswalk markings - epoxy. Two bids were received. WSB is recommending the bid be awarded to the low bidder, Caldwell Asphalt Co., Inc., in the amount of $84,010.60.

A motion was made by Ms. Mayers, seconded by Mr. Finken and unanimously carried awarding the 2014 Sealcoat bid to Caldwell Asphalt Co., Inc. in the amount of $84,010.60.

Mayor Vogel noted that the City and Stearns County are both contracted with WSB for the engineering and design work for the 1st St NE and 5th Ave NE Bridge projects. In an effort to consolidate engineers and limit the need for cross contracted agreement, it is recommended that the Utilities utilize WSB for their services for this project.

A motion was made by Mr. Christenson, seconded by Ms. Mayers and unanimously carried to assign WSB to provide engineering services for these two projects and approving the Professional Service Engineering proposal for the 1st St NE project.

Mayor Vogel stated that the City’s contract for insurance agent services with Mary Louden-Horn of Kraker Insurance Agency (KIA) expires May 2014. The City’s insurance through the LMCIT requires that the City have a servicing agent.

KIA has submitted a proposal for the period of May 2014 through May 2017 in the amount of $ 2,500 per year.

A motion was made by Mr. Finken, seconded by Ms. Mayers and unanimously carried concurring with the Utilities Commission appointing KIA as the serving agent for the years of 2014 through 2017.

Mayor Vogel reported that under State law, the City is required to designate where we invest funds.

The Council to give consideration to designating Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. as an official depository.

A motion was made by Mr. Christenson, seconded by Ms. Mayers and unanimously carried adopting Resolution No. 2014-13, Resolution Designating Official Depository and Supplemental Depositories for the General Fund. A copy of the resolution is on file in the City Administration Office.

Mayor Vogel noted that the City’s five-year lease for the postage meter and folder/inserter will be expiring in May. After review of the existing buyout clause and future maintenance, it was determined that a new five-year lease would be preferred. Both systems proposed to be leased are the updated versions of the current systems. The new folder/inserter will have a stacking tray versus a drop box. The new postage meter has a new display but the same basic features. The new lease, under the state contract pricing, is $497.71.

A downgraded folder/inserter is not recommended as it would require bills to be hand-stuffed if there were two larger inserts, which is done periodically. This is an increase of approximately $60 per month from the current leased contract.

A motion was made by Ms. Mayers, seconded by Mr. Christenson and unanimously carried concurring with the Utilities Commission to enter a five-year lease agreement with Neopost Great Plains for the Hasler postage meter and folder/inserter.

Mayor Vogel reported that the City has been approached by a local student who is currently enrolled at the University of North Dakota (UND) working towards her Degree in Accounting for a summer internship. She would fulfill duties for a formal internship with UND. Depending on formal review of her request, it is recommended to proceed with this. With the transition of Accounting Department staff and a temporary shortfall in staffing, there is a need to coordinate additional support. The position would be a shared position with the Utilities Commission and funded approximately: Electric - 50%, General - 30%, Water - 10%, Wastewater - 10%. The funding to pay for this will be paid from the cash saving of the Accounting Clerk and a savings within the benefits budget.

A motion was made by Mr. Christenson, seconded by Ms. Mayers and unanimously carried to allow for an Accounting / General Administration internship for up to 120 days at a rate of pay of $12.00 an hour and authorized City Administrator to approve application and hire intern.

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rst, HR Coordinator Diane Gruber and Police Chief John Jensen and Sergeant Craig Maus have done an internal review of the Police Officer position being vacated by Shawn Swanson and are recommending that this position be filled with a one-for-one replacement. Office Swanson’s last day of employment was April 11, 2014.

A motion was made by Mr. Finken, seconded by Ms. Mayers and unanimously carried stating the position is vacant and allowing for a back fill to be appointed.

Mayor Vogel noted that based on the outcome of the Parks and Recreation Board discussion that took place at its April 14 Special Joint Meeting, staff has prepared Ordinance No. 4-17-2014-1, An Ordinance Amending Melrose City Code Chapter 32, Section 32.01, Parks and Recreation Board.

Ms. Mayers introduced Ordinance No. 4-17-2014-1, An Ordinance Amending Melrose City Code Chapter 32, Section 32.01, Parks and Recreation Board. The motion was seconded by Mr. Finken with a roll call vote recorded as follows: FOR: Council Members Christenson, Finken, and Mayor Vogel AGAINST: None ABSENT: Council Member Klasen Mayor Vogel appointed Council Member Joe Finken as the Council Representative to the Parks and Recreation Board. The Council concurred with the appointment.

The Council next gave consideration to Ordinance No. 4-172014-2, An Ordinance Repealing Melrose City Code Chapter 32, Section 32.04, Public Safety Commission.

Mr. Christenson introduced Ordinance No. 4-17-2014-2, An Ordinance Repealing Melrose City Code Chapter 32, Section 32.04, Public Safety Commission. The motion was seconded by Ms. Mayers with a roll call vote recorded as follows: For: Council Members Christenson, Mayers, Finken and Mayor Vogel; Against: None; Absent: Council Member Klasen.

Mayor Vogel reported SEH has identified a possible funding source for future and current capital needs relating to mitigation. A letter of interest was recently filed with FEMA to help offset the costs of the wastewater levee; however, a full application was not accepted as the DNR is already providing some funding.

The City Administrator has submitted inquiries to see if the mitigation grant could offset the costs of the chlorine building and possibly the additional standby generator or pumps.

Mayor Vogel reported that the Council, at its March 20 meeting, concurred with the Utilities Commission authorizing staff to solicit bids for the demolition of the house located on the property at 108 1st Street NW. One bid was received from Mayers Excavating in the amount of $11,895.

A motion was made by Mr. Christenson, seconded by Ms. Mayers and unanimously carried concurring with the Commission to award the bid and entering into an agreement with Mayers Excavating

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in the amount of $11,895 for demolition of the property located at 108 1st Street NW. Interviews were conducted on April 14 and 15 by Chief John Jensen, Sergeant Craig Maus, Albany Chief Osvaldo Carbajal, City Administrator Mike Brethorst and HR Coordinator Diane Gruber on 14 of the 71 candidates for the two Police Officer positions.

They are recommending that John Hiltunen and Matthew McDonald be appointed to the two vacant positions contingent on successful psychological, background, and pre-employment physicals and drug tests.

It is recommended that Mr. McDonald’s rate of pay be at start on the pay scale which is $20.05 per hour and that Mr. Hiltunen’s rate of pay be at Step 3 which is $23.06 per hour due to his level and amount of experience.

A motion was made by Mr. Finken, seconded by Ms. Mayers and unanimously carried approving the hire of Mr. Hiltunen and Mr. McDonald as Police Officers contingent on meeting all necessary requirements and setting the wages as recommended.

Administrator Brethorst noted that the Council and Commission, at its April 14 Special Joint Meeting, approved the full-time Maintenance Worker position that will float between Streets/Parks and Water/Wastewater and authorized staff to post internally for the position. Administrator Brethorst met with Maintenance Worker Ron Tieman regarding the offer from parttime Streets/Parks position a fulltime Maintenance Worker with a rate pay of Step 5 on the pay scale.

Mr. Tieman has counter-offered noting that he has been performing a majority of the assigned duties over the past several years as a part-time employee and is asking consideration be made that his pay rate be Step 7 on the pay scale.

A motion was made by Mr. Christenson, approving the offer to Mr. Tieman from part-time Streets/ Parks position to a full-time Maintenance Worker with a rate pay of Step 7 on the pay scale. The motion was seconded by Mr. Finken with a roll call vote recorded as follows: For: Council Member Christenson, Finken, and Mayers; Absent: Council Member Klasen; Abstain: Mayor Vogel due to a conflict of

interest.

Mayor Vogel reported that animal licenses will be issued from May 1-31 at the Melrose City Center for residents who own a dog or cat. The Melrose City Code requires the following: All dogs and cats six months and older, kept or harbored in the City, must be licensed with a City of Melrose license. A maximum of three domestic animals is allowed on the same premise.

• A valid rabies vaccination certificate indicating the animal has been vaccinated within three years must be presented before a license can be issued. The earliest age to vaccinate for rabies is three months old.

• The license fee for all dogs and cats is $15 if spayed or neutered or $20 if not spayed or neutered.

• The dog or cat owner is subject to a penalty of $5 for late registration and costs incurred for impounding the animal. These fees are in addition to the license fee.

• Pet owners are required to clean up animal waste.

• Animals are prohibited from running at large.

The following informational items were discussed: a. The following is a list of upcoming schools and conferences: 1) LMC 2014 Annual Conference: June 18-20 at the River’s Edge Convention Center in St. Cloud. Please advise staff if you plan to attend. b. The City is in need of repairing and or replacing the back flow preventers. Under State law, they need to be replaced or repaired every five years. Two quotes were received: one from Finken Waters and one from Simplex Grinnell. The low quote for the services was received from Finken Waters in the amount $2,517.61 and is based on 14 hours. A cost of $75 per hour will be charged for all work over and above the 14 hours. Based on a low bid, the City awarded the work to Finkens Water. This work will update seven back flow preventers within the water system operated by the City. c. Utilities Commission’s March 3 Regular Meeting minutes. d. 2014 Tax Capacity Rates for Stearns County. e. On March 14, the City received notice that Charter Communications will be realigning it Public Access Channels. This will allow the channels to become searchable on the Program Guide. The City has not signed the consent form as requested by Charter as we no longer operate a PEG channel. This consent is non-applicable. This will go into effect August 2014. f. On March 14, the City received notice that effective August 1, 2014, Charter Communications will eliminate their analog cable signal and convert 100% to a digital signal. An e-mail response was sent to Charter asking them to reconsider this change in their business model. In accordance to the Franchise Agreement, the City is unable to affect this change. g. The City has contracted with WSB for drafting of a Trails Grant. The Grant was submitted and confirmation of its receipt. The City should expect a resolution by July. No action is needed until a response is needed. Staff will review the various issues related to the trail and make contacts with the possible abutting residents whom may be affected. h. Thank you note received from resident to the Water/ Wastewater Department. i. Announcement from Stearns County Auditor-Treasurer designating the Melrose City Center as an absentee ballot polling location. j. The Building Permit Summary Log for First Quarter 2014. The total number/value of building permits issued in the first quarter for the past five years were: 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 12 7 23 17 7 $297,027 $48,878 $215,560 $138,527 $86,100 k. Planning and Zoning Commission’s March 13 Regular Meeting minutes. l. MADA/COC’s March 18 Regular Meeting minutes. m. Shannon Budeau has requested a one year leave of absence from the Ambulance Department effective March 1, 2014 for personal reasons. n. Emergency Medical Services Week is May 18-24, 2014. This year’s theme is “EMS: Dedicated for Life”.

A motion was made by Mr. Finken, seconded by Ms. Mayers and unanimously carried that the meeting be adjourned at 7:50 p.m.

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Strike Out Stroke at the Rox baseball game June 14 St. Cloud Hospital Stroke Center is teaming up with the St. Cloud Rox June 14 with a 6:05 p.m. game time at Joe Faber Field, St. Cloud. The event will help raise stroke awareness in the community.

Explore a GoldCross Ambulance, have your blood pressure taken and take home a stroke screening form. LifeLink III helicopter also will make an appearance. Baseball bats giveaway presented by St. Cloud Hospital Stroke Center. The first 300 children aged 14 and younger will receive a 28” wooden baseball bat. Stroke survivors, members of the “Let’s Talk Again” Aphasia Group and graduate students from St. Cloud State University, some of who have speech difficulties, will kick off the game

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GARAGE SALE: May 30-31: Fri. 9-5, Sat. 8:30-1pm, 1928 40th St., Burtrum, 3 miles west of Upsala on Camp Lebanon Rd. GARAGE/BAKE SALE: Gethsemane Lutheran Church Upsala, Saturday, June 7, 7:30-11:30 a.m. $1 bag sale 11:30noon.

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Got E-Waste? 4-H Club Recycling Event May 31st • 8 - 11 AM at the Freeport Fire Hall

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