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U.S. House passes Bustos’ bipartisan legislation to improve local water infrastructure Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (IL-17), a member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, applauded House passage of the bipartisan Water Infrastructure Improvement Act she helped introduce. This legislation formalizes the process for communities to create integrated plans for water infrastructure improvements. Additionally, her legislation encourages green infrastructure development, paving the way for cities like Peoria to address combined sewer overflow through investments in modern, environmentally-sound infrastructure.

“With an aging water infrastructure, it is more important than ever to make the necessary investments in the long-term health and well-being of our communities,” Congresswoman Bustos said. “By making commonsense changes to how we modernize and invest in our water infrastructure, we can set up communities to succeed for the future. I’m glad that innovative cities such as Peoria

will be able to leverage this program to revitalize our community to generate good-paying, green jobs.”

“The City of Peoria is delighted that the House of Representatives passed the Water Infrastructure Improvement Act today, and we thank our Congresswoman, Cheri Bustos, for her leadership on this legislation,” said Peoria Mayor Jim Ardis.

“Peoria has made green infrastructure the cornerstone of its program to reduce combined sewer overflows, revitalize City neighborhoods, and generate local green jobs. Notably, Peoria will be the first city to employ a 100% green infrastructure solution to combined sewer overflows. This bill will promote the use of green infrastructure in all EPA permitting and enforcement activities, and would require agency coordination with local governments. We appreciate that Congresswoman Bustos understands these priorities.”

After passing the House, the legislation now heads to the U.S. Senate.

a facility expansion surrounding the existing WWTF site is the most cost effective solution at providing treatment throughout the design life of the facility. As part of the improvements, the wastewater treatment components will be moved away from the existing stream in order to promote better drainage and provide additional assurances for flood resiliency. The storage lagoon at the facility shall be enlarged in order to account for the excessive sewage flows that have occurred. A new ordinance and agreement with all industrial users shall be implemented to address the industrial components.

Finally, additional treatment facility structures shall be constructed in order to comply with the new discharge regulations that have been implemented by the IEPA. The Village is working with Brewster Cheese, the largest contributor of sewage to the system, on proposed improvements to the conveyance and treatment of their discharged sewage to the Village’s system. Brewster Cheese will participate in the planning and payment of their portion of the conveyance and facility improvements.

Throughout the planning process several different funding sources were identified. The Village is proceeding with an application to the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency’s Water Pollution Control Loan Program, for which the Village will secure a low interest loan and be eligible to receive up to 45% in principal loan forgiveness. Additionally, with the assistance of Brewster Cheese, the Village is also proceeding with an application to the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity for an Economic Development grant. The above funding programs will help keep user rate increases to a minimum.

Please contact the Village Hall at 815-947-2515 if you have questions on the upcoming wastewater treatment plant project.

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Stockton to undertake infrastructure project rienced high loading from industrial users within the village that on occasion has been higher than agreed upon discharge limits • The wastewater utility has experienced higher than average loadings from users within the system • Facility components have reached their useful life and repairs and or replacements are necessary.

• Finally, the IEPA has identified additional discharge parameters that the facility must now comply with but were not intended to be complied with in the year 2000 upgrade.

As a result of these issues, the village embarked upon a comprehensive evaluation of their utility in order to develop the most cost effective solution to provide long term (20 years) compliance. Alternative solutions were analyzed to determine the most cost effective treatment scenario. Alternatives included upgrades to the existing facility and relocation of the facility to a new location. The analysis revealed

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The Village of Stockton is commencing upon a multifaceted phased improvement to address their wastewater utility providing service throughout the community. The original wastewater treatment facility serving the Village was first constructed at the current site in 1956. The treatment facility has been upgraded numerous times with the last major upgrade taking place in 2000. The current wastewater treatment facility can not meet regulated discharge limits set by their current discharge permit and has experienced the following issues.

• The wastewater utility has experienced excessive flows on numerous occasions that has adversely impacted compliance with the current permit; it is currently operating at and beyond its capacity.

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River Ridge Middle School seventh and eighth graders held the annual science fair. During the event each presentation tested a question. All students were asked to give a hypothesis and to show each step of their process to show the judges how each component comes together. There were 23 total participants in the competition. The first place prize, a final exam pass, was awarded to Millie Boden and Avery Engle.

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Beekeeping Club is all abuzz

“Every time I look into a beehive, I learn something new about the bees, and I see another reason why I like the bees so much.” Many times the only experience a person has with a bee involves their stinger.

However, we all know there is much more to bees than their sting.

Join the University of Illinois Extension and 4-H volunteer Donovan Coffey, beekeeper and owner of The Coffey Bee Ranch, for this exciting beekeeping opportunity. All youth who are currently in 5th-12th grade are invited to be a part of the 4-H Beekeeping Club. Meetings will begin in late-January and run through November. We encourage family participation so parents, grandparents, or guardians may attend the club meetings and join in the fun.

COURTESY PHOTOS The Scoop Today Meetings will be a blend of inside learning, field trips, and actual beekeeping. Participants will meet once Stockton FFA placed second at Section 1 Meat Judging CDE on a month. The first club meeting will be held on Jan. 29, from 5-7:30 pm Nov. 3, at Eichmann’s Meat Market in Seward IL. Team members (l to r) Cody Breur (fourth overall), Haley Brudi at the Galena Middle School Li-

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Josh Olson competed in Section 1 Job Interview on Dec. 3, at Highland Community College. The contest consists of resume, cover letter, phone interview, interview, and follow up thank you letter.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! The Stockton Ambulance is looking for caring, compassionate and energetic people to help provide Emergency Medical Services to the community members.

• EMT-B Class being held at FHN January 9, 2019 through May 22, 2019 • Class on Monday and Wednesday nights from 6-10 pm • Registration deadline is 4 pm on December 28, 2018 If interested or have further questions, please contact Stockton Ambulance Service at 113 E. Queen Ave., Stockton, IL 61085.

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The best way to learn about bees is to work side by side a professional beekeeper. “I am excited to be partnering with 4-H to be able to share beekeeping with the youth of our county,” says Donovan Coffey.

“Healthy honey bees and pollinators, in general, are critical to maintaining a sustainable ecosystem.

Through this course, we will explore the life cycle of the honey bee, learn about the challenges they currently face, utilizing research-based information to maintain live colonies, and have some fun along the way.

Participants will have the opportunity to meet local beekeepers with a vast array of experience as well as harvesting and marketing their honey. Over the course of the year, we’ll learn, gain practical experience, and have some fun along the way.”

Why is this important? There is a great need for more young professionals to be the driving force for innovation in agriculture and food

production. It is estimated that the world’s population will add two billion people in the next 40 years.

“Illinois Extension is extremely excited to provide this amazing opportunity to youth in Jo Daviess County,” says 4-H Youth Development Educator Jackie de Batista.

“Bees are extremely important pollinators, and we can thank them for about 30% of the foods we eat every day. If we want to continue to enjoy almonds and apple pie, peach cobbler and yogurt with blueberries, we need to teach youth how to raise bees as well as care for the environment in which they live.” Our young people play a critical role as future farmers and community leaders to help address these challenges.

Participants will have a cost of $30 which will be used to buy equipment and supplies. Pre-Registration is required and spots are limited. To register call 815-858-2273 or visit us online at http://web.extension.illinois.edu/jsw.

Around the Northern Hills with Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau Manager Annette Eggers I’m excited to announce that the Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau just received a nutrient management grant from Illinois Farm Bureau. Our project, one of twenty across the state of Illinois, is focusing on the use of cover crops and the benefits of doing so. I look forward to giving you more information on the field days that we will have once the growing season is underway. Stay tuned….

Join FB ACT text messaging. FB ACT – the Illinois Farm Bureau Agricultural Contact Team, is comprised of Farm Bureau members who are ready to respond to IFB action requests.

When IFB issues an action request, it signals your voice is needed on a major action request, it signals your voice is needed on a major legislative or regulatory issue facing Illinois farmers.

By signing up for FB ACT text messages, you will be notified the instant your voice is needed in Washington

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To sign up or renew your FB ACT text message subscription, please text the keyword “FARM” to this number – 52883, and you will be ready to act for Annette Eggers ag!

Don’t forget that the Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau Foundation is part of the Prairie Farms Our Caps, Your Cause program and is looking for your support. For every cap entered, we receive 5-cents to go towards Ag in the Classroom programs and agricultural scholarships.

Locate the stickers located on the caps of Prairie Farms milk in gallon or half gallon sizes, as well. Reveal a

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unique, redeemable code by peeling of the Prairie Farms sticker and enter it at www.prairiefarms.com/ourcapsyourcause. When prompted with the choice of which organization to give to, please choose Jo Daviess County Farm Bureau Foundation.

After 1,000 caps are entered, Prairie Farms Dairy will send a check to support our Foundation. You’re going to be drinking milk anyway, so help our foundation support agriculture as well!

Ag Fun Fact: One U.S. farm feeds 165 people annual in the United States and abroad.

Lion in Winter roars into January 2019

It’s royal rivalry and adultery with the January 2019 Table Reading of the play The Lion in Winter at the Galena Center for the Arts on Tuesday, Jan. 22 at 7 pm. Authored by James Goldman, the play tells the story of the Plantagenet family of Henry II, King of England. Succession is the center as Henry’s three ambitious sons, Richard, Geoffrey and John plot and compete to gain the throne from their father. Adding to the drama is Henry’s estranged wife, Eleanor of Aquitaine the wealthiest woman in the world and Henry’s mistress Alais Capet. It’s a delicious combination of possible betrayal, hate and love.

Henry II will be read by Ronn Toebaas; Joan McGrath will read Eleanor of Aquitaine; Brian Schoenrock is Richard; Michael Crawford reads Geoffrey; Jay Dickerson is John; Stephanie Bussan is Alais Capet while Philip, King of France is read by Robert Mahan. Jenni Ackerman will be the Stage Directions Reader. The reading is directed by Ronn Toebaas and assisted by Jenni Ackerman.

Play readings have a suggested donation of $8. The Galena Center for the Arts is located at 219 Summit, Galena, IL. Phone is 779-214-0261, website www.GalenaCenterForTheArts.com.

Having a busy life, although fulfilling, sometimes makes eating and staying healthy a challenge. Whether you are juggling a busy schedule for yourself or planning around others busy schedules, finding time to prepare and cook healthy meals, can be difficult. However, the busier our lives are, the more important it is for us to choose healthy foods.

Selecting healthy foods will not only help you manage your weight

Highland’s CollegeNOW program continues to grow

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The Highland Community College Board of Trustees has approved an agreement with Aquin Catholic High School to be among 10 area high schools to participate in the CollegeNOW program. The program allows high school students to take college-level classes to earn both a high school diploma from their school and an Associate Degree from Highland simultaneously.

“CollegeNOW is a great program for students who want to challenge themselves and get ahead start on their college academics,” said Vicki Schulz, Highland student advisor.

“The program gives the students a chance to take on rigorous courses in math and science so that they are well prepared to transfer to the fouryear university.”

For more information on CollegeNOW, contact Vicki Schulz at vicki. schulz@highland.edu or call 815599-3664.

but they also provide your body with key nutrients needed to keep your immune system stay strong and healthy. Staying healthy is a goal that needs to be a priority in our lives. A goal that is can be accomplished with a little planning, a lot of love and perseverance, and a desire to be the best you possible.

University of Illinois Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator, Diane Reinhold is partnering with the Senior Resource Center to offer a fun and educational workshop with ideas on how to provide healthy meals for busy lives for all ages! The workshop, “Busy Lives, Easy Meals: Slow Cooker Cookers and More” will be held Thursday, Jan. 17, from 1 - 3 p.m. at the Senior Activity Center, 216 E. Stephenson St. Freeport, IL. This workshop will cover the benefits of healthy eating in a fast paced world, slow cooker basics, the timing of adding ingredients, the features and designs of various cookers, and of course food safety basics. We will also be sampling recipes and sending you home with great recipes.

Preregistration is required due to limited space, please register before Monday, Jan. 14. There is a $5 fee to cover the educational session. To register contact the University of Illinois Extension at 815-235-4125 or visit us online at go.illinois.edu/jsw.

Diane Reinhold is a University of Illinois Extension, Nutrition and Wellness Educator and registered dietitian. For more about upcoming programming on nutrition and wellness, visit go.illinois.edu/jsw or call 815-235-4125.

Happy New Year!

Is your New Year’s resolution fitness-related?

Affordable health screenings coming to Stockton, Illinois

Residents living in and around the Stockton, Illinois can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening. Calvary United Methodist Church will host this community event on 1/14/2019. The site is located at 315 W. Maple Avenue in Stockton.

Screenings can check for: • The level of plaque buildup in your arteries, related to risk for heart disease, stroke and overall vascular health.

• HDL and LDL Cholesterol levels • Diabetes risk • Bone density as a risk for possible osteoporosis • Kidney and thyroid function, and more Screenings are affordable, convenient and accessible for wheelchairs and those with trouble walking. Free parking is also available.

Packages start at $149, but consultants will work with you to create a package that is right for you based on your age and risk factors. Also ask about our Wellness Gold Membership Program which allows customers to get all the screenings they need now but pay $19.95 a month. Call 1-877-237-1287 or visit our website at www.lifelinescreening.com. Pre-registration is required.

Highland nursing students can transition from AAS degree to BSN degree

Highland Community College nursing students have an opportunity to graduate with a Bachelor of Nursing degree from Lewis University and step into a job at FHN through an agreement with Lewis University and a partnership with FHN to have students transition from Highland’s Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), and an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree to the RN-BSN program at Lewis University in Romeoville, Ill. For more on Highland’s nursing program, visit highland. edu/academics/nursing.

Highland Youth Choir to resume rehearsals in January The Highland Community College Youth Choir will resume rehearsals on Monday, Jan. 7, under the direction of Dagny Brandt. New members, grades kindergarten through 12 are welcome. There is no audition or registration fee. The choir rehearses on Mondays from 4:15 to 5:20 p.m. in room F-10 in the Ferguson Fine Arts Center at Highland Community College, 2998 W. Pearl City Rd., Freeport, Ill.

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The HCC Children’s Choir began in the early 1980s. Over the years, the choir is credited for encouraging the musical talents of hundreds of adolescents and teenagers. The Highland Youth Choir will provide an opportunity for students to practice vocal music talents as well as promote personal and social growth.

For more information contact Dagny Brandt at dagny.brandt@highland.edu or call 815-599-3490.

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If you have a resolution to be more fit in 2019, FHN’s Get FiTeam Challengeis here for you!

For just $25 each, you and three of your friends/family members will compete with other four-person teams in a 12-week program timed to help you be in better health for all of your summer activities. You’ll earn points for exercise, drinking plenty of water, and eating five servings of fruits and vegetables every day. At a baseline screen, you will confirm your current height, weight, blood pressure and cholesterol level. Throughout the challenge, you will receive challenge updates, healthy recipes, and invitations to health-related events. You will also be able to take advantage of trial memberships only for Get FiTeam members at local health and fitness clubs.

When all is said and done, the top teams of the competition will win great prizes!

The challenge kicks off on January 20, with baseline screens* being held at FHN Memorial Hospital, lower level, Globe/Deaconess Room on: January 16, 2019 10 am – 1 pm

January 17, 2019 January 19, 2019 8 am –11 am 3 pm – 6 pm *You must attend one of the scheduled baseline screens in order to have your points count. Please schedule your screen early to be sure to get the date and time that works best for your schedule. There will not be “make up” screening dates.

Get your team together and Get FiT! Register online at getfit.fhn.org. For more information call us at 1-877-6000-FHN ext. 901 or email us at getfit@fhn.org.

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it ahead and have it ready to go. I would make it in the oven and then put it in a small crock-pot to keep it warm. I have mentioned before that we have the best bacon at A.J’s Lena Maid Meats. It is great in this recipe because it doesn’t have a lot of fat and crumbles easily.

Bacon Pimiento Cheese Dip

The not so skinny cook You probably are getting this paper on Christmas Eve Day or the Day after Christmas. In England and its Commonwealth countries, Dec. 26, is known as Boxing Day. In England it is the day that little boxes have either money or presents for the people who serve them. In America we give presents or “tips” to the people who serve us on several occasions not just the day after Christmas. Many British people say that Americans celebrate Boxing Day by looking at all the empty boxes that we opened on Christmas Day! No matter how you cut it, Christmas is celebrated on many days because this year it falls in the middle of the week. So, that being said, the recipes this week are for appetizers for New Year’s Eve or Day, brunch recipes for the leftover holiday celebrations, and some just good old fashioned cooking!

The first recipe is for a good and easy cheese dip. You can make

7 slices bacon, cooked, chopped and divided 1 pkg. (8 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese (mild) 1 pkg. (8 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese, (sharp) 2 jars (4 oz. each) pimientos, drained, chopped 1 C. mayo with olive oil 2/3 C. milk 2 green onions, chopped Preheat the oven to 375. Reserve 2 tablespoons chopped bacon.

Combine remaining bacon with remaining ingredients; spoon into a 2 quart casserole sprayed with cooking spray. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until cheeses are completely melted and dip is heated through. Sprinkle with reserved bacon. Serve with pita chips This next appetizer uses Brie cheese. We have some really good Brie cheese made in Lena. You can find good Brie cheese in many cheese markets, and of course Kolb Lena has a long reputation for making great Brie cheese. This appetizer

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peanuts, coconut, and sunflower kernels together. Heat the corn syrup and honey in a small saucepan over medium-high to a boil, stirring occaand boil for 2 minutes.

Baked Ham and /Cheese sionally, Off the heat, stir in the vanilla and Omelet salt, and then pour over nut mix2½ C. chopped cooked ham ture, quickly stir until evenly coated.

Cranberry Brie Bites 1 C. chopped red pepper Press nut mixture into baking dish 8 oz. round Brie Cheese 8 egg whites using the back of a measuring cup 1 sheet thawed frozen puff pastry 4 large eggs coated with nonstick spray. Chill nut 24 t. cranberry sauce 1/3 C. milk mixture until it is set up. Cut into Chopped nuts 3 T. chopped fresh chives bars.

Flaky salt 1 t. salt If you are looking for a different Freeze the brie round in the freezer ½ t. pepper cinnamon roll, this recipe is for you. for 20 minutes. Lightly coat a 12½ C. shredded sharp Cheddar These cinnamon rolls not only taste cup muffin pan with cooking spray. Cheese good, but they are really pretty too.

Roll one sheet of thawed frozen puff Garnish: chopped fresh chives and Red Velvet pastry into a 12-inch square. Cut sliced avocado lengthwise into 3 even strips, then cut Cinnamon Rolls Preheat the oven to 400. Spray a 9 crosswise again into 3 even strips to x 13 baking dish with cooking spray.

1 pkg. regular size red velvet cake create 9 squares. Gently press each Sprinkle ham and bell pepper in an mix square into a muffin cup. Cut chilled even layer in prepared dish. Bake 2½ to 3 C. flour Brie into wedges. Add 2 t. cranber- until pepper is tender, about 10 min1 pkg. (¼ oz.) active dry yeast ry sauce to each pastry-lined muffin utes.

1¼ C. warm water (120 to 130 decup. Press in 1 wedge of Brie; top In a large bowl, whisk together grees) with chopped nuts. Sprinkle with the egg whites, eggs, milk, chives, ½ C. packed brown sugar flaky salt. Chill, covered, at least 30 salt and pepper. Pour mixture over 1 t. cinnamon minutes or up to 3 days. Preheat the ham and red pepper. Sprinkle with ¼ C. butter melted oven to 400. Bake bits until golden cheese. Bake until puffed and set, Icing brown, 18 to 20 minutes. Let stand 22 to 25 minutes. Garnish with av2 C. powdered sugar 5 minutes, then remove from muffin ocado, chives, and black pepper if 2 T. butter, softened cups. If desired, drizzle with addi- desired.

1 t. vanilla tional cranberry sauce 3 to 5 T. milk These bars are great on a brunch If you are looking for some brunch table because you have a cereal like Combine cake mix, 1 cup flour recipes, the next two egg dishes will treat that uses nuts and fruit. Some and yeast. Add warm water to dry be just what you might want. The people would say it is healthy, but the ingredients and beat on medium first is made in a muffin pan, hence sweetness comes from light karo syr- speed for 2 minutes. Stir in enough the strange name—muffinwiches. up. (There is nothing healthy about remaining flour to form soft dough.

The second is for an omelet. Both karo syrup; it just tastes really good.) (It will be sticky). Turn onto a lightwould be great for Christmas cele- If you really want to stretch the point, ly floured surface; knead dough brations or New Year’s Day. They syrup is put on pancakes which are gently 6-8 times. Place in a greased also can be used to get rid of the left- brunch treats. Maybe we should bowl, turning once to grease the over ham from your big meal. all just say it is the holidays and eat top. Cover with plastic wrap and let Ham Muffinwiches rise in a warm place until doubled, good stuff and worry later!

1 egg, lightly beaten about 2 hours. In another bowl, mix Trail Mix Bars 1/3 C. milk brown sugar and cinnamon. Punch ½ C. chopped whole almonds 1 T. oil down the dough. Turn onto a lightly ½ C. chopped dried cranberries 1/8 t. ground mustard floured surface; roll dough into an ½ C. dry-roasted peanuts 1 pkg. (8½ oz) corn muffin mix ½ C. toasted unsweetened coconut 18 x 10 rectangle. Brush dough with 1 C. chopped fully cooked ham melted butter to within ¼ inch of flakes 2 green onions, thinly sliced 1/3 C. dry-roasted sunflower ker- edges; sprinkle with sugar mixture.

Roll up jelly-roll style, starting 2 T. shredded cheddar cheese nels with a long side; pinch seam to seal.

Preheat the oven to 400. Whisk to1/3 C. light corn syrup Cut crosswise into 12 slices. Place gether the egg, milk, oil and mustard.

2 T. honey in a greased 9 x 13 pan. Cover and Add muffin mix; stir just until moist1 t. vanilla let rise until almost doubled, about 1 ened. Fold in ham and green onions. ½ t. salt hour.

Fill eight greased or paper-lined mufLine an 8 x 8 pan with parchment Preheat the oven to 350. Bake until fin cups half full. and coat with nonstick spray. In a Bake muffins until a toothpick in- bowl, toss the almonds, cranberries, puffed and light brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool slightly. Beat powdered serted in the center comes out clean, sugar, butter, vanilla and enough milk to reach a drizzling consistency.

Drizzle icing over warm rolls. Place cut rolls on a serving platter.

We are looking for recipes for the New Year—some appetizers, soups, and sandwiches. If you would like Gretchen Scheider is now to share, please send them in. You associated with Bussian Insurance. can contact us in person, by mail, or Give Gretchen a call or email her email us at From Lena’s Kitchens, Shopper’s Guide at 213 S. Center St. for a quote at 815-541-2881 or or email scoopshopper@rvpublishgretchen.insurance@gmail.com. ing.com Representing many companies for We will be ushering in a new year, all of your insurance needs for and we are hoping that everyone has a healthy and happy start and finish.

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uses Brie and cranberries to make a tasty combination into a decadent appetizer. Flaky salt is sea salt and unlike table salt or kosher salt, it tends to have larger salt pieces. If you can’t find flaky salt, use kosher salt or you could omit the salt altogether.

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Freeport Salvation Army $30,000 challenge The fight for good has been inspired by several Freeport residents to help meet the annual Red Kettle Goal. All donations that are received into the Freeport Salvation Army kettles from Thursday thru Dec. 24th will be matched up to $30,000. This will provide a total of $60,000 towards the Salvation Army Christmas campaign.

“What a great blessing this is and a perfect opportunity to achieve the 2018 Red Kettle a show stopper, what an exciting community to live in.” Captain Jim Brickson The Freeport Salvation Army has set a necessary goal to help area residents in time of need and provide

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vital services to those in need. Currently they need to collect close to $55,000 to reach this benchmark as part of their 2018 Red Kettle portion of the $225K Christmas campaign.

This first time ever opportunity for Freeport and will most likely push the local unit into reaching their goal.

“It seems that the face of the local Salvation Army has changed for the good; an all-volunteer force has allowed for the community an opportunity to help come together as a team. I am amazed by the outpouring of support of Stephenson County.”

Captain Lee Brickson The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian COURTESY PHOTO The Scoop Today/Shopper’s Guide church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and The Junior members of the Lena and Warren American Legion to meet human needs in His name Auxiliary decorated Christmas cookies and delivered plates of them to elderly neighbors. without discrimination.

Legion Auxiliary Juniors

Pictured from left to right are Macey Segner, Aubra Segner, Jordan Mills, Cassie Bausman and Evelyn Karnatz.

Lena Living Center

720 N. Freedom Street Lena, IL • 815-369-5591 Dr. Jim Erb, Senior Pastor Rev. Scott Wilson Assoc. Pastor of Youth Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School/ABF 8:45 a.m.

AWANA-Wednesdays 5:30 p.m.

Junior and Senior High Youth Wednesdays 7:00 p.m.

Listen to pastor’s weekly sermon at www.lenafreechurch.org

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Quality nursing home needs at an affordable cost.

Assistance with all aspects of daily living by qualified, caring, and compassionate staff.

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Come see what’s NEW at Lena Living Center:  NEW Short-term rehabilitation wing with 20 large, private rooms with spacious baths and a new nurses’ station.

 NEW inviting lounges for family and friends during visits, special events, and holidays

Special amenities:  Health and wellness program

Join us for a tour and enjoy a complimentary lunch!

Excellent food choices: “Your staff took great care of her and gave support to her family in time of need.”

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“Thank you for taking care of my aunt, she has been with you for a long time and my family is very happy.”

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“The staff here is very friendly, and I like the variety of care you can give to my wife and me.”

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Best wishes to you and your families! Have a joyous holiday season and a happy New Year!

Come visit us and see for yourself why our residents “LOVE our Neighborhood!”

 16 affordable independent living apartments

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The Willow/Kent United Methodist Churches will worship together Sunday, Dec. 30, at Willow UMC at 9 a.m. Pastor Chuck Wolbers will be bringing the message celebrating the coming New Year. All are invited and welcome to stay for fellowship.

Sunday School is at 10:30 am, also studying from the Upper Room. All are invited and welcome to this time too.

Willow UMC is located seven miles SE of Stockton, IL on Willow RD. For more information, please call Pastor Chuck at 815-947-2541.

 Three delicious meals and a variety of snack are served daily, with various menu choices, in two dining rooms

Check out our full Continuum of Care on our website and like our Facebook page under Parkview!

 A registered dietitian reviews all menus to ensure daily nutritional needs are provided

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Skilled nurses on site 24/7, plus licensed physical, occupational, and speech therapists provide the necessary care along with “Stepping Up” services to get residents back on their feet and home as quickly as possible.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church will gather on Dec. 30, for Blue Christmas worship service at 9:30 a.m. at 118 E. Mason St. Lena, IL. Not all Christmas is cheerful and merry. We also experience loss and grief this season. Blue Christmas service offers quiet and reflective moments with scripture readings, songs and communion. Everyone is welcome. Following worship, there will be a time for fellowship with coffee and sweets.

On Wednesday Jan. 2, at 8 a.m. the Piece Corps Quilters will work together to craft quilts for Lutheran World Relief. Our quilts provide warmth and love to people in our community and in the world. Materials and helping hands to tie and sew quilts are always appreciated. No previous quilting experience is necessary. Come join the fun and make a difference in the world!

We are having a SOCK DRIVE for the Le-Win Elementary school.

Bring new and comfortable socks to the church until Jan. 7.

For more information, please call the church at 815-369-5552.

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Monday Night Sliders, Taco Tuesday, Wing Wednesday, Thursday Broasted Chicken Dinner, Fish Fry-day and Famous for burgers, fish fry, broasted chicken Steak Saturday (with ribeye andand prime rib fresh from AJ’s Lena Facebook: Mulligan’s Bar Maid & GrillMeats) @MulligansBarLena

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ORDINANCE #20181219 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE VILLAGE OF ELIZABETH, JO DAVIESS COUNTY, ILLINOIS TO BORROW FUNDS FROM THE PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY LOAN PROGRAM WHEREAS, the Village of Elizabeth, Jo Daviess County, Illinois operates its public water supply/waterworks system (“the System”) in accordance with the provisions of 65 ILCS 5/11-139-1, et. seq., and the Local Government Debt Reform Act, 30 ILCS 350/1 (collectively, “the Act”), and WHEREAS, the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Elizabeth (“the Corporate Authorities”) have determined that it is advisable, necessary and in the best interests of public health, safety and welfare to improve the System, including the following: Water system improvements entailing the replacement of two existing undersized water mains, with roughly 1,700 LF of new 8” water main along Catlin Street. Along with the replacement of roughly 500 LF of 8” water main along Locust Street.

The Village will also be making improvements to Well #1, located on North Main Street. together with any land or rights in land and all electrical, mechanical or other services necessary, useful or advisable to the construction and installation (“the Project”), all in accordance with the plans and specifications prepared by consultants of the Village of Elizabeth, which Project has a useful life of 20 years; and WHEREAS, the estimated cost to purchase and install the Project, including engineering, legal, financial, administrative and other related expenses is $1,570,300, and there are insufficient funds on hand and lawfully available to pay these costs; and WHEREAS, in accordance with the Procedures for Issuing Loans from the Public Water Supply Loan Program Title 35 Ill. Adm. Code Part 662, Section 662.210 Fixed Loan Rate, the Village meets the criteria for the Small Community Interest Rate thereby qualifying for a fixed interest loan rate equal to 75% of the Base 20 Year Rate; and WHEREAS, in accordance with the Procedures for Issuing Loans from the Public Water Supply Loan Program Title 35 Ill. Adm. Code Part 662, the Vil-

LEGALS lage meets the Disadvantaged Community Principal Forgiveness and is eligible to have up to 75% of the Project costs be forgiven by the State of Illinois pursuant to principal loan forgiveness provisions; and WHEREAS, the principal and interest payment shall be payable semi-annually, and the loan shall mature in 20 years, which is within the period of useful life of the Project; and WHEREAS, the costs are expected to be paid for with a loan to the Village of Elizabeth from the Public Water Supply Loan Program through the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, the loan to be repaid from revenues of the System and the loan is authorized to be accepted at this time pursuant to the Act; and WHEREAS, in accordance with the provisions of the Act, the Village of Elizabeth is authorized to borrow funds from the Public Water Supply Loan Program in the aggregate principal amount of $1,750,000 to provide funds to pay the costs of the Project; WHEREAS, the loan to the Village of Elizabeth shall be made pursuant to a Loan Agreement, including certain terms and conditions, between the Village of Elizabeth and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency; NOW THEREFORE, be it ordained by the Corporate Authorities of the Village of Elizabeth, Jo Daviess County, Illinois, as follows: SECTION 1.

INCORPORATION OF PREAMBLES The Corporate Authorities hereby find that the recitals contained in the preambles are true and correct, and incorporate them into this Ordinance by this reference.

SECTION 2.

DETERMINATION TO BORROW FUNDS It is necessary and in the best interests of the Village of Elizabeth to construct the Project for the public health, safety and welfare, in accordance with the plans and specifications, as described; that the System continues to be operated in accordance with the provision of the Act; and that for the purpose of constructing the Project, it is hereby authorized that funds be borrowed by the Village of Elizabeth in an aggregate principal amount (which can include construction period interest financed over the term of the loan) not to exceed $1,750,000.

SECTION 3. PUBLICATION This Ordinance, together with a Notice in the statutory form (attached hereto as Exhibit “A”), shall be published once within 10 days after passage in The Scoop, a newspaper published and of general circulation in the Village of Elizabeth, and if no petition signed by electors numbering 10% or more of the registered voters in the Village of Elizabeth (i.e., 49) asking that the question of improving the System as provided in this Ordinance and entering into the Loan Agreement therefore be submitted to the electors of the Village of Elizabeth, is filed with the Village of Elizabeth Village Clerk within 30 days after the date of publication of this Ordinance and notice, then this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect. A petition form shall be provided by the Village Clerk to any individual requesting one.

SECTION 4. ADDITIONAL ORDINANCES If no petition meeting the requirements of the Act and other applicable laws is filed during the 30 day petition period, then the Corporate Authorities may adopt additional ordinances or proceedings supplementing or amending this Ordinance providing for entering into the Loan Agreement with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, prescribing all the details of the Loan Agreement, and providing for the collection, segregation and distribution of the revenues of the System, so long as the maximum amount of the Loan Agreement as set forth in this Ordinance is not exceeded and there is no material change in the Project or purposes described herein. Any additional ordinances or proceedings shall in all instances become effective in accordance with the Act or other applicable law. This Ordinance, together with such additional ordinances or proceedings, shall constitute complete authority for entering into the Loan Agreement under applicable law.

However, notwithstanding the above, the Village of Elizabeth may not adopt additional ordinances or amendments which provide for any substantive or material change in the scope and intent of this Ordinance, including but not limited to interest rate, preference, or priority of any other ordinance with this Ordinance, parity of any other ordinance with this Ordinance, or otherwise alter or impair the obligation of the Village of Eliz-

abeth to pay the principal and interest due to the Public Water Supply Loan Program without the written consent of the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency.

SECTION 5. LOAN NOT INDEBTEDNESS OF THE VILLAGE OF ELIZABETH Repayment of the loan to the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency by the Village of Elizabeth pursuant to this Ordinance is to be solely from the revenue derived from revenues of the System, and the loan does not constitute an indebtedness of the Village of Elizabeth within the meaning of any constitutional or statutory limitation.

SECTION 6. APPLICATION FOR LOAN The Village of Elizabeth President is hereby authorized to make application to the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency for a loan through the Public Water Supply Loan Program, in accordance with the loan requirements set out in 35 Ill. Adm. Code 662.

SECTION 7. ACCEPTANCE OF LOAN AGREEMENT The Corporate Authorities hereby authorize acceptance of the offer of a loan through the Public Water Supply Loan Program, including all terms and conditions of the Loan Agreement as well as all special conditions contained therein and made a part thereof by reference. The Corporate Authorities further agree that the loan funds awarded shall be used solely for the purposes of the project as approved by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Loan Agreement.

SECTION 8. RESERVE ACCOUNTS The Village of Elizabeth does not contemplate establishing any reserve accounts because it does not have any revenue bonds outstanding that would be superior or senior to the debt obligation contemplated herein.

SECTION 9.

AUTHORIZATION OF VILLAGE OF ELIZABETH PRESIDENT TO EXECUTE LOAN AGREEMENT The Village President is hereby authorized and directed to execute the Loan Agreement with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency. The Corporate Authorities may authorize by resolution a person other than the President for the sole purpose of authorizing or executing any documents associated with payment requests or

reimbursements from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency in connection with this loan.

SECTION 10.

SEVERABILITY If any section, paragraph, clause or provision of this Ordinance is held invalid, the invalidity of such section, paragraph, clause or provision shall not affect any of the other provisions of this Ordinance.

SECTION 11. REPEALER All ordinances, resolutions or orders, or parts thereof, which conflict with the provisions of this Ordinance are, to the extent of such conflict, hereby repealed.

PASSED by the Village Board of Trustees of the Village of Elizabeth, Jo Daviess County, Illinois on December 19, 2018.

Introduced: December 19, 2018 Passed: December 19, 2018 Approved: December 19, 2018 MiChAeL DiTTMAr Michael Dittmar, President ATTEST: KArLA roLWeS Karla Rolwes, Village Clerk Ayes: 6 Nays: 0 Absent: 0 PUBLISHED in The Scoop on December 26, 2018 RECORDED in the Village of Elizabeth records on December 20, 2018 ATTEST: KArLA roLWeS Karla Rolwes, Village Clerk Village of Elizabeth, Jo Daviess County, Illinois

CERTIFICATION I, KARLA ROLWES, certify that I am the Clerk of the Village of Elizabeth. I do further certify that the above and foregoing, identified as Ordinance #20181219, is a true, complete and correct copy of an ordinance otherwise identified as “An Ordinance Authorizing the Village of Elizabeth, Jo Daviess County, Illinois, to Borrow Funds from the Public Water Supply Loan Program” passed by the Village Board of the Village of Elizabeth on December 19, 2018, and approved by the President of the Village of Elizabeth on the same said date, the original of which is part of the books and records within my control as Clerk of the Village of Elizabeth.

Dated this 19th day of December 2018.

KArLA roLWeS Karla Rolwes, Village Clerk Exhibit “A” Continued on page 11

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Illinois Extension and Jo Daviess County Master Gardeners present Spring Break Gardening The Jo Daviess County Extension Staff along with the Jo Daviess County Master Gardeners are busy planning their annual Spring Break Gardening Day. This year the event is being held on Saturday, March 16, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. with registration beginning at 8:30 a.m. The event is being held at the CTE Academy, 950 US HWY 20 W. Elizabeth, IL. There will be a $20 registration fee that will include refreshments, lunch

and handouts. Also, please be aware that if you choose to participate in the Hypertufa Pot or Rain Barrel breakout sessions there will be an additional fee associated with each of them to cover materials that you will go home with.

For more information or to register for this program please visit us online at go.illinois.edu/jsw or call us at 815858-2273.

This year the keynote address will be given by Peggy Doty, University

of Illinois Extension Energy and Environmental Stewardship Educator on The People and Nature Perspective.

Peggy Doty specializes in environmental education as a means to relate wildlife related issues and water quality to all ages. She holds a B.S. in Zoology with a specialization in wildlife management. She also holds a M.S. in Education with a specialization in Outdoor Teacher Education in Curriculum and Instruction. Peggy is

Illinois State Police prepare for holiday travel Illinois State Police (ISP) Director Leo P. Schmitz is reminding motorists to enjoy the holidays responsibly and take the necessary safety precautions to prevent senseless tragedies from occurring.

The ISP will be doing their part to keep Illinois roadways safe by strictly enforcing all laws, with an emphasis on the four most common causes of fatal traffic crashes. “The Fatal Four” includes: DUI, Speeding, Seat Belt, and Distracted Driving. Throughout

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the holidays, the ISP will conduct extra patrols and roadside safety checks with an emphasis on removing impaired drivers from the roadways and a goal of reducing traffic crashes. ISP encourages the public to do their part to make travel safe this holiday season. If you will be attending an event where alcohol is being served, please make sure to designate a sober driver, call a taxi, or use a ride-sharing service.

“Our Troopers will be strictly enforcing all laws, with the goal of ensur-

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ing safe travels for all Illinois motorists,” said Illinois State Police Director Leo P. Schmitz. “We are confident voluntary compliance of Illinois traffic laws can lead to a safe and enjoyable holiday season for everyone,” he concluded.

ISP also reminds motorists to drive sober, slow down, keep your eyes on the road and away from cell phones, buckle up, and “Give Them Distance” when approaching flashing lights on the shoulder.

especially interested in human reactions and relationships to wildlife who have adapted to urban environments.

Peggy has been teaching environmental education for over 20 years and is passionate in regards to teaching children about their environment and helping people understand wildlife as it relates to their lives.

Following the keynote address there will be several breakout sessions on topics that include: Construction and Maintenance of Rain Barrels, Composting in the Home Garden, Hypertufa Pots, The Backyard Orchard, Seed Saving and Seed Starting, and Holistic Approach to Healthy Soils.

The Jo Daviess County Master Gardeners and Master Naturalists will have a table set up where you can ask them questions you may have and learn more about what the groups do or can do for you. For more specific details on what the breakout sessions will cover please visit our website at go.illinois.edu/jsw or call us at 815858-2273.

There will also be a silent auction taking place. Bidding will open at 8:30 and will close at 2:05. Silent auction items will include a monarch house, a bat house, plant stands, handmade duck and turtle decoys, a hypertufa pot and much more.

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ed birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, marriages, and gatherings of friends and family. We have faced many trials and tribulations—challenges in our health, financial setbacks, and the loss of dearest family and friends. However, we now go forward into a future that I am sure will be challenging and in some ways new and exciting. Hopefully we have learned and grown. So, dear readers, it is my wish that we all have healthy and prosperous times ahead.

Happy New Year from the Shopper’s Guide Family and The Not So Skinny Cook.

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TRANSPORTATION Wanek Trucking is growing and looking for a responsible Midwest OTR Driver.

• Home Every Weekend • Competitive Daily Pay • Quarterly Bonus Program • Vacation Pay • Holiday Pay • Dedicated Routes Must have a Class A CDL, be able to pass a drug test, and have good driving record.

Announcements

CADILLAC STS 2003 Low mileage, 66,000 mi, like brand new, only one other owner, beige leather interior, clean car fax. $4,500 262-895-9535

DISCLAIMER NOTICE This publication does not knowingly accept fraudulent or deceptive advertising. Readers are cautioned to thoroughly investigate all ads, especially those asking for money in advance.

Firewood / Fuel FIREWOOD FOR SALE $80 pick up load. You haul. 815-541-4580.

Laurin Meyers, Lena

Misc. For Sale Rabbits and Mcovey Ducks for sale. 815-297-2072

Notice CLASSIFIED IN-COLUMN ADS cannot be credited or refunded after the ad has been placed.

Ads canceled before deadline will be removed from the paper as a service to our customers, but no credit or refund will be issued to your account.

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Star Manufacturing Immediate Openings Customer Service Coordinator – We are looking for a skilled problem solver to join our team. We need an enthusiastic individual who can listen to customer service issues and offer solutions to external and internal customer problems. The successful candidate will offer timely follow through, attention to detail, and demonstrate professional behavior.

Job requires excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office. Related experience and/or training will be considered.

Maintenance Mechanic – 1st shift. Duties to include lubrication and preventive maintenance on equipment and other maintenance tasks. Prefer some machine, facility, or other maintenance experience, but would be willing to train the right candidate.

Shipping/Material Handler – 1st shift. Duties include preparation of shipments, receiving product/materials, and storage of inventory. Requires operation of basic machinery and forklift. Involves operation of computerized data entry system.

Positions require a minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in the specific field, must have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong communication skills, strong math skills, proven strong work ethic, mechanical aptitude, and ability to work in a team environment.

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Runs. Reliable starter. Good battery, brakes, new fr. tires. Park & Ride Car? $795 262-473-4068 can lv. msg.

2013 FORD EDGE Clear title, black on black, loaded, remote start, towing pkg., 65,213 mi. $36,000 new, asking $15,900 815-623-8419

FOR RENT Apartments Lena 1 BDRM upper floor. Appliances furnished. Non-Smoking $345/month. 815-369-2827

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For your convenience Visa & Mastercard are accepted

VW BUG 1999 Runs great. 140K, Auto, mint condition, red. $3000 OBO. (262) 661-1811

Automobiles Wanted GET UP TO $500 for your unwanted junk truck, running or not, will haul away 7 days a week.

262-758-1807.

Place your car, truck, motorcycle, boat or RV for one price and it runs for up to 16 weeks.

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Boats 18FT. LUND DEEP V on 18 ft.

Easy Loader Trailer, newer tires & bearings. Convertible top, mooring cover, all set up for Lake Michigan. Very clean. Many amenities. $4,900. 847-922-6341.

2005 BENTLEY 240 CRUISE 60 HP, Bigfoot Mercury Outboard, with 2006 Trailmaster tandem axle trailer. $11,000 OBO. 4500 lbs. shore station lift with canapy and electric motor. New in 2015. $7,500 OBO. 630-209-9415.

1978 CHEVY ELCAMINO 305 CU, auto. Firm $3,500. 262-7192168.

Extra lines are $1.95 each

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Trucks & Trailers WELLSCARGO 22’ AUTOWAGON Trailer. $6,000 OBO. 224518-6491.

Vans, Mini Vans ‘09 CHRYSLER VAN T/C TOURING 110K, excellent cond. Elderly owned. $6,000 773-401-0208.

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RVPNEWS.COM Thank You to our relatives and friends for all of the cards, food, memorials, visits and kind words we received at the passing of our Mom. The Families of Mary Ann Stadel

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Cheyenne Mapes drives in from the corner putting up two late in the fourth.

Ellen Fox battles the defense to go inside for the jumper.

Due to Mr. Lott’s retirement, the following will be sold at auction.

Mr. Diehl will continue to conduct business as he has in the past.

TRUCKS, TRAILERS, TRACTOR, LIFT & BIGGER ITEMS WILL BE SOLD AT 12:30 TRACTOR: Int. 84 hydro w/fork & 2250 bucket, drawbar, D., 3246hrs.; 16.9/28 chains; TRUCKS: 1990 Ford F EFI Super Duty, 131,405mi., elec. dump, V-8, auto.; 07 Chevy LT 2500HD, 4-wheel dr., 112,725mi., 6.0L engine; 10 Chevy 2400HD, 3/4T., auto, 4-wheel dr., 4dr., 134,475 mi., 6.0L engine; WAGON: JD gear & box w/hoist; LIFT: JLG 400S, 40ft., D.; TRAILERS: 1993 snowmobile trailer, 18ft. x8ft., dual axle, title; 07 18x7ft. flatbed, dual axle, new deck, title; CONTRACTOR TOOLS: Sunhill SDS-37 wide-belt finish sander, 3-phase; Cyclone 3-phase dust collector; Grizzly dust collector; Grizzle shaper w/power feed; shaper cutters; Woodmaster molder/ planer w/sanding & planer attachments, w/cutter, 220; paint shaker; lathe; Ryobi oscillating spindle sander; drill press; 15in.

Grizzly G1021 planer; Enlon 5 1/2ft.x8in. planer/jointer; Bosch miter box; Craftsman radial saw; Delta Milw. 3-phase table saw; Delta band saw; Delta 12in. port. planer; Weaver crown cabinet door jigs; QUANTITY POWER & HAND TOOLS

Katie Wright moves into the gap adding two from Elizabeth Eisfeller uses the rebound grab to the side. the Lady Blackhawks advantage adding two to the board.

December Scales Mound CUSD #211 BOE meeting summary to possibly form an insurance cooperative between the organizations. The goal of the cooperative would be to reduce insurance costs for employees in each district.

In regular business, the Board approved the 2018 Tax Levy at 4.99%.

Since the District is governed by the Property Tax Extension Limitation Law (PTELL), the levy approved by the Board is the maximum allowed by the district. Dr. Caron reminded the Board that the property tax is the major source of revenue for the district and revenue from the State has been generally frozen since the State enacted the Evidence Based Funding Formula.

Dr. Caron presented a number of policies, administrative procedures, and exhibits which have been updated due to recent legislation or laws which will be enacted in January, 2019. The

Board also heard a presentation by Facilities Director, Dave Hoftender, and Superintendent Caron on facilities work to be done in the Summer of 2019. The Board approved refurbishing of the main gymnasium floor not to exceed $27,000 and heard proposals for painting the gym. The work in the gym will update and rebrand the gym floor which was originally installed when the gym was built in 1996-97 school year. This project is part of the District’s Master Facility Plan and Strategic Plan.

Finally, the Board received the annual Superintendent’s evaluation documents to be completed for the January Board meeting.

The next regular board meeting for Scales Mound CUSD #211 will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 22, at 7 p.m. in the school library.

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The following is a summary of action taken at the December 17, 2018, Scales Mound CUSD #211 School Board meeting. For more information please contact Ruth Foley or Dr. Bill Caron at 815-845-2215.

The Scales Mound CUSD #211 Board of Education heard information from Dr. Matt Wiederholt, 3-12 Principal, regarding first semester finals and end of semester activities. Elementary and junior high students will be participating in STEM and holiday activities on Thursday, December 20, 2018, led by high school students. Dr. Wiederholt also updated the Board on the progress of developing the tri-op high school football program between Benton, Shullsburg, and Scales Mound.

Administration from each school has been meeting to plan for the 2019 football season. Students from each school are currently submitting suggestions for a team mascot.

Dr. Bill Caron discussed the progress of the HVAC project. He informed the Board that the master control panel has now been fixed and the contractors are finishing the project.

Dr. Caron also shared a conversation the administration has had with Northwest Special Education Cooperative and a couple of local school districts

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LEGALS Continued from page 8 NOTICE OF INTENT TO BORROW FUNDS AND RIGHT TO FILE PETITION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to Ordinance #20181219, adopted on December 19, 2018, the Village of Elizabeth, Jo Daviess County, Illinois, (the “entity”) intends to enter into a Loan Agreement with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $1,750,000 and bearing annual interest at an amount not to exceed the maximum rate authorized by law at the time of execution of the Loan Agreement, for the purpose of paying the cost of certain improvements to the public water supply system of the Village of Elizabeth. A complete copy of the Ordinance accompanies this Notice.

NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that if a petition

signed by 49 or more electors of the Village of Elizabeth (being equal to 10% of the registered voters in the Village of Elizabeth), requesting that the question of improving the public water supply system and entering into the Loan Agreement is submitted to the Village Clerk within 30 days after the publication of this Notice, the question of improving the public water supply system of the Village of Elizabeth as provided in the Ordinance and Loan Agreement shall be submitted to the electors of the Village of Elizabeth at the next election to be held under general election law on April 2, 2019. A petition form is available from the Office of the Village Clerk.

Karla rolwes Karla Rolwes, Village Clerk Village of Elizabeth, Jo Daviess County, Illinois (Published in The Scoop Today Dec. 26, 2018) 335668

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The Scoop Today and Shopper’s Guide join these local businesses in wishing you a safe and

Happy New Year! 2018

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