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Bill miscalculation leaves Rice water fund trickling Error creates $16,000 shortage

BY ELIZABETH HOAG STAFF WRITER

RICE – The city of Rice has shortchanged itself $16,000.

A miscalculation in 2018 billing has created a deficiency in the city’s water fund. The Rice City Council discussed the deficit at its April 15 meeting.

“Roughly 500 account holders within the Rice district were undercharged for their water bill in 2018,” said Julie Fandel, Rice City Clerk. “Among those bills, each account was undercharged anywhere from $3 to $36.”

Fandel said when the 2018 rate increases went into effect, the city’s computer software was updated accordingly. However, for tier one users who used more than the 2,332 gallon allotment, the excess gallons were charged at the previous rate. The most an account was undercharged was $36 for the 12-month period.

Still, that amount adds up for the city.

The council agreed to remain transparent, address the concern and inform the public of the error. They also discussed whether or not the account holders should be charged for an error made on the city’s behalf.

“It’s a hard call, but I believe we provided a service and the water was used,” said Kyle Walter, council member. “In turn,

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the account holder should be charged for the use of the water.”

Council member Chris Scheel agreed.

“I think we should inform the public at the next council meeting,” he said.

“By doing this we could get feedback from the citizens as to what they would like us to do.”

Should the council choose not to charge residents the uncollected fees, the water and sewer funds would suffer. Future infrastructure upgrades would be delayed.

“If we decide to charge these households the funds we miscalculated, I don’t think we could collect from everyone,” said Brian Skroch, mayor. “It needs to be fair, and, with that said, are we comfortable turning someone’s water off for $3?”

The item will appear on the May 6 meeting agenda.

Residents are welcome to attend and weigh in on whether they think the city should attempt to collect the

BY NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER SAUK RAPIDS – In less than two months, Melissa Blake and David Tuan Le will take the final steps in a competition to raise money for area organizations. Their footwork: the cha-cha. Their mission: to benefit the Coborn Healing Center.

Dancing to Frank Sinatra’s hit “Fly Me to the Moon,” Blake and Le will participate in the 2019 Dancing with Our Stars event. t.

During the evening of philannthropy, the two will compete te against five pairs for a chance ce to win up to a $15,000 grantt for the center. The event, hosted by the Central Minnesota Community Foundation Women’s Fund, takes place from 5-8:45 p.m. June 17 at the College of St. Benedict’s Escher Auditorium in St. Joseph.

“I was chosen this year and couldn’t say no,” said Blake, who has volunteered with the Women’s Fund in the past and is a resident of Sauk Rap-

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time to give yourself back to the community.”

Blake and Le were chosen by the event committee.

Community stars selected to perform are tasked with raising funds for a non-profit (60% of the final score) as well as the dance performance (40%). All dollars raised benefit the non-profits directly.

Le is a project coordinator at GeoComm in St. Cloud and has taught dance for over 15 years. Blake is as a licensed practical nurse, studying to become a registered nurse with a Bachelor of Science in nursing.

Blake chose the Coborn Healing Center because of her experience working in the Coborn Cancer Center at CentraCare Health. “(Cancer) is the hardest thing I think I see people go through,” Blake said.

“It is truly incredible what the Healing Center can do for people as they and their caretakers go through this journey. I would do anything for these patients to feel one ounce better. I personally wish there was so much more I could do to comfort people, to care for people and PHOTO BY NATASHA BARBER to make it better for people.

David Tuan Le holds Melissa Blake at North Crest This is the closest thing I Kids Activity Center April 7 in Sauk Rapids. The pair can or other people can do to is participating in the Dancing with Our Stars event, make it a little bit better for raising funds for the Coborn Healing Center. these people going through such a tough journey.” ids. “I think if you waited for or help, there would never be Dancing page 2 the perfect time to volunteer one. There is never a perfect

Paging all people PHOTO BY NATASHA BARBER

The Rice Fire Department includes Jason Vogt (front, from left), Lieutenant Keith Craft, Assistant Chief Brad Vaillancourt, Lieutenant Caleb Voigt, Captain Joe Janski, Captain Allen Voigt, Deputy Chief Dale Hiscock, Tyler Martinez and Allen Petron; (back from left) Josh Pressnall, Greg Beierman, Lieutenant Ben Phenow, Charlie Walters, Fire Chief Scott Janski, Blake Phenow, Captain John Aschenbrenner, Zachary Schmitz and Kevin Peine. The department is accepting volunteer firefighter applications through May 1.

been here for 26 years.”

In that time, Janski said 26 people is the most the department has had at one time.

“We can have up to 35 guys, but we would love to be around 24 or 25,” Janski said. “Having low numbers has changed how

Rice Fire Department looking to add volunteers

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

RICE – When your house, garage or business is on fire and you call 911, you want a quick response

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with as many firefighters on scene as possible.

Strength in numbers is a struggle for many fire departments across the nation. The Rice Fire Department is no different.

“We have 17 firefighters right now with a combined total of 226 years of experience,” said Scott Janski, fire chief. “This is the lowest we have been in my memory, and I have

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The Coborn Healing Center focuses on whole health – mind, body and spirit – and is supported 100% through donations. It is available to those fighting cancer, survivors and their caregivers.

Blake said the services at Coborn Healing Center are provided free and range from acupuncture and meditation classes to providing a wig and fitting.

Blake and Le are new to ballroom dancing.

“I’m actually a hip-hop dancer and a break dancer,” Le said. “If you know anything about that, it’s mainly solo and aggressive dancing.”

The pair has been practicing once a week since January at North Crest Kids Activity Center, where Le instructs. Le’s wife Alicia, who trains and teaches at Stroia Ballet Studios and Company, helps with choreography and demonstrates body movement.

Blake and Le will dance a cha-cha, but the performance is not traditional.

“The object of any dance is to keep the audience captivated,” Alicia said. “We try and make it interesting with our backgrounds in ballet, hip-hop. There’s a bit of fusion, but we keep it in the ballroom-esque era.”

Learning the dance has been a fun and fairly stress-

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Melissa Blake and David Tuan Le dance a cha-cha at North Crest Kids Activity Center April 7 in Sauk Rapids. Dancing with Our Stars is hosted by the Central Minnesota Community Foundation Women’s Fund. free experience for the group.

“It’s been an awesome journey,” Blake said. “I think we were paired beautifully. … The challenge is learning something totally different.

I have never done ballroom dancing. I have never certainly tried to do the cha-cha.”

Le agreed.

“Likewise,” he said.

“This is not our field, but we (his wife and he) have been in the dance community long enough to consider ourselves pretty versatile. So, we’re able to pick it up pretty quickly.”

As the two prepare their routine, the pressure is on.

“The biggest thing is raising funds,” Blake said.

“Sixty percent of your score is what you have raised for your charity. The pressure of having a platform and wanting to make an impact. I really need to get the word out.

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basically make a donation to the Healing Center.”

Blake and Le have been brainstorming creative ways to raise money for the Coborn Healing Center through their networks in business and community. Active Nutrition in Sauk Rapids will be open 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 11 with all proceeds benefiting the center.

“Everyone knows someone, has a loved one or is personally going through cancer,” Blake said. “I think people will want to help.

Sometimes people don’t know how they can help or what they can do for somebody. We have a whole bunch of people who are taken care of at the Healing Center.”

As Blake and Le slip on their dancing shoes, only time will tell who steps out on top. Regardless, everyone’s a winner when philanthropy takes stage.

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NEWS

Contributing to society

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

SAUK RAPIDS – Mitch Eickhoff, a graduate of Sauk Rapids-Rice High School, is known in the Sauk Rapids community and central Minnesota for his charity work and giving back however he can.

“Anybody can get involved,” Eickhoff said.

“Your age doesn’t matter.

You just have to get out and get involved in whatever way you can.”

Growing up in the area has meant a lot to Eickhoff over the course of his life.

“It’s the community, the people, that make Sauk Rapids what it is,” Eickhoff said. “Central Minnesota is amazing.”

Eickhoff was named the 2019 Sauk Rapids Citizen of the Year April 9. He will be recognized at 4:30 p.m. April 22 at an open house reception at the Sauk Rapids Government Center, as well as the council meeting that follows at 6 p.m.

“It’s a nice honor and I did not expect it,” Eickhoff said. “I was surprised, but the award is not about me. This is an award for

the commuhas plans to nity.” travel to MaEicklawi, Africa in hoff formed May. a non“Impact profit six Marathon is years ago, a great chara running ity to get inorganizavolved with,” tion named Eickhoff said.

FGHC ac“For me, this tive, which charity comkicked off bines my pashis charisions of helptable work. ing others, But giving running and Mitch Eickhoff back was traveling. It’s nothing new for the Sauk great meeting others who Rapids-Rice High School have the same passion as I 1992 graduate. do and know we are making “I look up to my par- a difference.” ents,” Eickhoff said. “I have Eickhoff was nomimet a lot of people through nated by David Rixe, who them, especially at school often volunteers with Eickand church. My parents hoff. He credits Rixe for his have always given of their help at various events over time, talents and finances time, as well as Kelly Abe, however they could, and Rick Dresow and Andy they set a great example.” Schafer, who helped create Eickhoff is employed FGHC active. at Jimmy’s Pour House and When Eickhoff thinks organizes the Trots for Tots of himself as being part of a 5K in conjunction with the group of leaders in the comSauk Rapids Fire Depart- munity, he shakes his head. ment’s Toys for Tots drive “I don’t really see myeach December. He also self as that kind of person,” organizes several meal raf- Eickhoff said. “I don’t fles and 5K runs in central feel like I belong with that Minnesota to benefit other group of people at all. … local charities. He also is I could not do what I do if involved with Impact Mar- it wasn’t for others in the athon, a global organization community stepping up and which provides medical at- coming alongside me. It oftention, education, athletics fends me when people say and wildlife conservation. there isn’t enough good in Eickhoff traveled to Ne- the world. You just have to pal with the organization go out and find it. I want to in November 2017 and make a difference, not only

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billing error.

In other council news: - Approved a correction to 2018 assessments for delinquent lawn mowing charges.

- Approved a seasonal job posting for a public works at2018 – John Heintze tendant.

Candidates must be 18, have a valid drivers license, 2017 – Jodi Speicher be able to life 50 pounds and have good communication and 2016 – April Myers service skills. Applications will be accepted until 4 p.m. April 2015 – Robyn Paul 26.

2014 – Mark Campbell - A motion failed to allow Bridge Church to use the road leading into the ballfields as a second access to the purchased 2013 – Kirsten Stiegel land where a building will be constructed. Bridge Church ap2012 – Ray Schlichting proached the council with the idea, hoping to allow access 2011 – Dick and Doris Busse from County Road 2 and assist with flow of traffic. The coun2010 – Annette Jesh cil voted against due to concerns for liability issues and the 2009 – Mike Lehnen continued maintenance of the road.

2008 – Phil Pederson - Ken Kraemer, of Cold Spring, addressed the council 2007 – Marla Elness with concerns regarding his lot located at 310 Fifth St. S.W., Rice. Kraemer bought the lot three years ago, planning on 2006 – William ‘Bill’ Bard developing the piece of land but later decided against it. He 2005 – Duane Grandy has since been trying to sell the lot.

2004 – Greg Vandal Kraemer said a bituminous turn-around covers an area 2003 – Terry Sylvester of the lot. He asked the city to purchase the lot or have them 2002 – Lisa J. Braun pay to have the bituminous removed.

2001 – John Benoit “I am just having an issue with agreeing to pay for the 2000 – Steve Ellefson Jr. removal of the bituminous considering the lot was purchased with the bituminous already present,” Walter said.

1999 – Connie Driscoll Skroch suggested the council talk with the city attorney 1998 – Harold Jesh or speak with the previous developer as to where to go from 1997 – Thomas Braun here.

1996 – Pat Burski - Sauk Rapids-Rice School Superintendent Aaron Sin1995 – Mara Jahnke clair and representatives of ICS Consulting Inc. conducted a 1994 – Art Daniels “One Future, One Plan” interactive discussion regarding the 1993 – Doug Madson SRR district.

- Karen Pundsack, executive director of Great River 1992 – Erv Blattner Regional Library, and Terri Deal-Hansen, Royalton Library 1991 – Rich Gronau services coordinator, addressed the council. The two women 1990 – Julie Machula said there are 1,100 people in Rice with active library cards 1989 – Dan Coborn and 184 people use the Royalton library. The reason for the 1988 – LuVerne Neils presentation was to inform the council of GRRL’s desire to 1987 – Carmen Peters get the Rice community to utilize the Royalton library.

- Rice Elementary School students will participate in the locally, but wherever I can. 12th annual Walk for Life from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. May I appreciate everyone else 3 outside the school. The public is welcome to join from 4-9 that does the same. It makes p.m.

The next city council meeting will take place at 7 p.m. our world a better place.”

May 6 at Rice City Hall in Rice.

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The compost site opened April 17. Regular hours of operation are Mondays 3-7 p.m., Wednesdays noon to 7 p.m., and Saturdays 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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Area Catholic Communities embark on implementation Parish appointees will draft plans for future

BY NATASHA BARBER STAFF WRITER

ST. CLOUD – It has been over two years since the Diocese of St. Cloud initiated a conversation about its future.

Now, it is ready to take the next step.

Appointed representatives from the diocese’s 131 parishes are attending formation days in April and May, preparing for their part on Area Catholic Community planning councils.

Twenty-nine ACCs have been organized in the St. Cloud Diocese, and beginning phases of implementation of the parish groups will begin July 1. Appointees will serve in equal parish representation on ACC planning councils, creating bottom-up solutions to how their parishes will address the declining number of priests and registered Catholics in the diocese.

“The whole idea behind this is intentional collaboration,” said Brenda Kresky, director of pastoral planning for the Diocese of St. Cloud. “… My mantra is collaboration not competition.”

Kresky said ACC planning councils will begin conversations on tough issues. Each council will be tasked with creating a plan on how to share resources within its ACC. Plans are expected to be submitted to Kresky’s office by December.

Three ACCs affect churches that reside in Benton County. Parishes had the opportunity to weigh in on draft for-

mations last fall. One change requested was for Immaculate Conception of Rice to be coupled with parishes to the northwest of its location rather than south.

The Diocese of St. Cloud has worked for years to get to its next step.

In 2016, Bishop Donald J. Kettler asked the diocesan planning council to develop a pastoral plan which incorporated feedback from its members and addressed the growing decline in the area.

“Some people will say it’s a priest shortage problem,” Kresky said.

“It’s really not a priest shortage problem. It’s also a Catholic population problem. The trends are supporting more decline.”

The Diocese of St. Cloud has 125,000 registered Catholics, down over 22,000 members since 2001. Seventy-two priests serve the diocese’s 131 parishes, with 11 over the diocese retirement age of 70. Within the next three years, an additional 12 priests will reach retirement age. Six are scheduled to be ordained.

The council began organizing the ACCs by addressing people involved in its churches.

From summer 2017 to spring 2018, the diocese posed questions to varying levels of involvement – from parish congregations to deanery representatives to priests. They asked what it meant to have quality parish life, what resources were needed to ensure

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es with 100 families … to have more card parties. We prayed about, discerned about it and looked at some of the things that were brought up often.”

Kresky said the council stayed within the parameters of the Catholic Church when considering solutions, and considered Kettler’s desire to focus on having vibrant churches. “(Bishop Kettler) also at this junction doesn’t want to start with closing churches,” Kresky said. “That doesn’t mean that it might not happen, but we don’t want to start there.”

The diocesan vision is for ACC planning councils is to pool resources and coordinate scheduling, but Kresky said the diocese is not steering the councils one way or another.

“We’re really anticipating the decisions come from the bottom up rather than top down,” Kresky said.

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“The conversation will be particular to that area, addressing the needs in that area.”

Kresky said one parish may have a strong faith formation program and will take the lead in that ACC to host the program while another parish might do the same with its Christian womens group.

“Instead of all of our parishes trying to provide all of the needs for everybody, how can we pull the things we do well in each of these parishes and offer it to ev-

erybody?” Kresky said.

“I’m a true believer in variety and diversity, and quality parish life, how that makes us stronger to sustain parishes with because you meet more decreasing numbers of people’s needs that way.” priests and how to mainThe human condition tain a Catholic presence to resist change will not in the 16 counties the be an option if the dioDiocese of St. Cloud incese hopes to thrive as cludes. Participants were it moves forward into a also asked what recomnew decade. mendations they had for “At some point, the the diocese. way we’ve a ways done “We ended up with it isn’t going to work,” over 650 different recKresky said. “It just isn’t. ommendations from We won’t have the peoacross the parishes,” ple to make it work.”

Kresky said. “EveryNot all changes will thing from close parishbe immediate. Upon full implementation, Masses will be reduced, but people can expect access to at least one weekly Sunday Eucharist celebration.

Kresky said any time there is a change to a church, studies show only one-third parishioners continue to attend – others go elsewhere or not at all.

Given the statistic, ACC changes seem counterproductive, but Kresky is hopeful the diocesan outreach and bottom-up approach combats the stark reality.

“The creation of the area planning councils hopes to invite new ideas GRAPHIC SUBMITTED and creative ways of doThree Area Catholic Communities affect Benton County parishes in the Diocese of St. ing things as we broaden Cloud. ACC planning councils will meet this year and create plans as to how to address our resource base with the decline in priests and parishoners in the diocese. declining human and financial resources,” she said.

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unique gifted flair for cooking both local and international cuisine due to her many travel experiences as a travel agent. She also enjoyed genealogy, puzzles, the theater arts, QVC, camping, and suspenseful dramas. She enjoyed time spent with friends and family, and harnessed a level of understanding, openness, and compassion toward those around her, which emitted itself as a glowing

power of nurturing fire and passion. Her relations were long term, and held deep meaning. Cecile was a kind and beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Thusly, the beacon she lit the world with, will never be extinguished.

Cecile was preceded in death by her father Lawrence E. Veeser, mother Rita M. Trudeau Veeser, brother L. Dennis Veeser, sister Vicki Ann Veeser Shay, and nephews Kevin Klein, Joseph Veeser.

She is survived by: her husband Stanley W. Clark of Ava Mo., sister Susan K. Klein (Keith) of GevreyChambertin, France, children Andrea Marie Zittel (Terry) of Wylie, Texas, Michele Kimberly Wolf (Jeffrey) of Avondale, Ariz., Mark Thomas Argires (Marlen) of Scottsdale, Ariz. and Puerto Penasco,

Mexico, Katherine Anne Argires of Fountain Hills, Ariz., her former spouse Jim Argires, Scottsdale, Ariz., her niece Karen Ferrara-Brushert of Waimea, Hawaii, Jeanne Veeser of Minnesota, Lawrence David Veeser of Washington, Scott Veeser of Minnesota, grandchildren; Brandon Argires, Daniele Wolf, Joshua Argires, Nicole Wolf, Nicholas Wolf (Harleyann), Blake Wolf, great-grandchildren Carter Garza and Marley Garza.

Funeral Mass will take place at 10 a.m.

Saturday, April 27, 2019, at the Franciscan Renewal Center, http://thecasa.org 5802 E. Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale, Ariz. 85253.

Donations can be made in her honor to the American Heart Association http:// www.heart.org.

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Sharyn A. Clark Sharyn was born Aug. 22, 1941, to Harold and Mildred (Witte) Von Eschen in Ortonville. She lived in the Sauk Rapids area most of her life and worked as a realtor for Prudential Pladson Realty

in St. Cloud for many years and retired in 2013. Sharyn was an active member at First United Methodist Church in Sartell. She was also president of the St. Cloud Realtor Association.

Sharyn was caring, classy, always had her nails done and had a great sense of humor. She kept busy reading non fiction books, gardening and planting flowers, she especially liked caring for her geraniums.

Spending time with family and her grandchildren were very important to her. She attended her grandchildren’s sporting events, enjoyed playing board games and traveling with her friends.

She is survived by her children, Heather (Patrick) Brennan of Sartell, Jon (Corine) Clark of Pequot Lakes, and Jill (Roger) Krueger of Sauk Rapids; grandchildren, Garrett (Samantha) Brennan, Hannah Brennan, Andrew Clark, Brandon (Nina) Clark, Emma and Cullen Krueger. She was preceded in death by her parents.

A special thanks to St. Croix Hospice and the Good Shepherd nursing staff in the Memory Care unit.

Obituary, guestbook and video tribute available online: www. williamsdingmann.com.

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Cecile Marie Veeser Cecile Marie Veeser traveled upward to a more peaceful existence April 5, 2019.

She was born Nov. 12, 1940, in Chicago, Ill. of Lawrence Edward Veeser and Rita Marie Trudeau Veeser. Cecile attended grade school at St. Joseph, Cathedral in Sioux Falls but finished eighth grade in Sauk Rapids. She attended Cathedral High School in St. Cloud and then St. Benedict’s college in St. Joseph and transferred to St. Cloud State University in, St. Cloud. Cecile decided she had enough of the bitter winter weather of Minnesota and moved to The Valley of the Sun, Phoenix, Ariz. She married Jim Argires and started a family. She had a lifelong passion for reading, a

Cecile Marie Veeser

Sharyn A. Clark Memorial Services will be 11 a.m. Monday, April 22, 2019, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home Chapel in Sauk Rapids for Sharyn A. Clark, age 77, of Sauk Rapids who passed away April 17, 2019, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Sauk Rapids.

Pastor Brady Finnern will officiate and entombment will be in the Hilltop Mausoleum in Sauk Rapids. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the chapel Monday.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids.

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abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including someone else’s medication being stolen from the home medicine cabinet.

In response to this issue, the United States Drug Enforcement Administration created the national take back day to give citizens an opportunity to safely dispose of unwanted pharmaceuticals anonymously and free of charge.

Benton County has three permanent drop off sites where pharmaceuticals can be disposed.

Benton Soil and Water Conservation District, in partnership with the Benton County Sheriff’s Office and Sauk Rapids Police Department, began the Take it to the Box program in November 2012.

The pharmaceutical disposal boxes are located at the Benton County Sheriff’s Office in Foley, Rice City Hall and the Sauk Rapids Police Department, located in the city of Sauk Rapids Government Center.

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FOLEY – Have you ever wondered what to do with your expired or unwanted over the counter and prescription pharmaceuticals left over by family members or pets?

The 17th annual National Prescription Drug Take Back day will be Saturday, April 27. The Rice Police Department will be accepting unwanted prescriptions. Sites cannot accept liquids, needles or sharps.

The usual methods of disposal, throwing them in the trash or flushing them down the toilet, both pose potential safety and health hazards.

When improperly disposed, pharmaceuticals can contaminate drinking water or become a public safety and health issue due to accidental poisoning or misuse.

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Survey on Drug Use and Health shows that the majority of misused and

the house when the garage is on fire, it helps us keep the house from catching fire, but it also frees up one of our guys to work on something else,” said Janski of a hose that can be propped on the ground. “Those hoses are larger now than in the past, too, so more water applies on the structures.”

The Rice Fire Department, similar to St. Stephen and Royalton, depends on mutual aid to help in times of need.

“If we are on a call going somewhere and I know it’s going to be big, I call mutual aid sooner,” Janski said. “We rely on Sauk Rapids often because they have better staffing, but if St. Stephen or Royalton responds, they have the same problem as us. If I pull their few guys from their town and then they get a call, it just creates problems.”

Firefighting is a job that requires schooling and training to begin, along with training with the department multiple times per month. New firefighters have to undergo three months of schooling, twice per week. After that, they join the department for training every second and fourth Wednesday of each month and a truck check every third Wednesday, all which takes up to three hours each time.

“Then we have the calls on top of that,” Janski said. “We hear of a lot of guys who are interested, but then they ask their family and those commitments prevent them from joining. I think people are intimidated about having to go back to school for this, too, even though the city pays for it. It is a nationwide issue.”

One of the biggest problems Janski faces is daytime calls, where only five or six of his volunteers can make it to the trucks.

“A lot of our firemen work out of town where it is not possible for them to get back and go out on a call,” Janski said. “There are a few of us who work in town that make it possible to go out during the day, but it is certainly challenging if only five or six of us are around.”

Applications to become a firefighter are available at the Rice City Hall and on the city’s website http:// cityofrice.com. They will be accepted until May 1.

Applicants will go through orientation, a physical agility test and meet with the membership committee.

“That process is where we answer their questions, and they find out if they can overcome their fears and challenges with heights or anything else,” Janski said. “From there, we recommend who the city should hire and they have to get a background check and a drug test. Anyone who passes is hired and then they start their schooling and training.”

Being on the department is something Janski feels is an honor and a privilege.

“There is such a comradery with the department … it is like a family really,” Janski said. “Most people won’t understand the bond we have unless they see some of the things we see. It’s a brotherhood, but reality is, with this much experience on our department, half of my guys could retire tomorrow. We want to keep this department alive and thriving and we want to train tomorrow’s department. We are all on the same mission – helping people when they need our help the most.”

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Letters to the Editor

Parkinson’s awareness

Pamela Tritz-Okia, facilitator and program manager at Independent Lifestyles Inc. An estimated one million people in the United States live with Parkinson’s disease, the second most common neurodegenerative disease after Alzheimer’s. Symptoms vary but can include tremors and cognitive impairment as well as difficulty with balance, swallowing, chewing and speaking.

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, and I, along with the St. Cloud Area Parkinson’s Support Group, urge everyone in St. Cloud and central Minnesota to join our community as we promote greater awareness of how Parkinson’s affects those living with the disease and their families.

To get involved, individuals can donate to the Parkinson’s Foundation, American Parkinson’s Disease Association or The Michael J. Fox Foundation to support research and programs, participate in an event or share their story or others’ stories on social media.

The support group meets monthly at two locations. The third Monday of each month the group meets at 1 p.m. at Independent Lifestyles, 215 N. Benton Drive, Sauk Rapids. The last Wednesday of the month it meets at 10 a.m. at Edgewood Living, 677 Briana Drive, Sartell.

Together, we can make life better for people with Parkinson’s disease by improving care and advancing research toward a cure.

A tax break for everyone?

Kent Nelson, Sartell On the campaign trail, Trump promised a $5,000 tax break for everyone if his tax plan was approved, and that was a lie.

In the last throes, of his doomed campaign, Eric Paulsen tried to convince voters they would receive a $5,000 tax break, hoping for support, and that was a lie.

In his recent trip to Minneapolis, Trump said over 80% of American families are receiving benefits from the tax cuts and that a typical family is saving $2,000 a year in federal taxes, and that is a lie.

In an op-ed, Kurt Doudt said the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act delivered tax cuts to more than 90% of the country, and that is a lie.

My wife and I are retired and have a fixed income. In the past three years, I paid the following federal taxes. In 2016: $3,536. In 2017: $5,203. In 2018: $4,961. Trump began his presidency in 2017, and his Tax Cuts and Jobs Act with the promise a $5,000 tax break would be effective in 2018.

On a larger scale in 2017, 23 top fortune 500 companies avoided paying federal taxes, and in 2018, 60 big companies paid zero taxes under the new Trump law.

Economist John Kenneth Galbraith said it best, “If you feed enough oats to the horse, some will pass through to feed the sparrow.”

From 2017 to 2018, I got a tax reduction of $242, and that is not a lie.

Letters to the editor welcome Letters to the editor and other opinion articles are welcome. Letters must be signed with a first and last name and include an address and phone number.

Letters should be short (under 400 words) and to the point, and be submitted by at 5 p.m.

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Pop goes the measles

I was so sad when I saw it. I felt my Take the country of Madagascar. Over heart swell up and concern start to set in, 1,200 people have died from the measles and then I prepared myself to hear the according to the April 14 Washington Post article. Nearly 50% of children in Madatruth. It was the 10 p.m. news, and there gascar are malnourished. “Malnutrition is was a less than 4-month-old baby covered the bed of measles,” said Dr. Dossou Vinin red bumps. During commercial, I got cent Sodjinou, a World Health Organizamy phone ready and I recorded the segtion epidemiologist in Madagascar. Even ment. I am certain you can look it up by pro mandatory vaccine health professionsearching April 15, KARE 11.

The anchor woman quoted the Cen- BY MERCY NYGAARD als know malnutrition when confronted ters of Disease Prevention and Control with a disease can lead to death. So secLife by Faith and introduced Lester Holt’s story about ondly, the better question Holt should be the myths and misinformation of vaccines asking is, how many people with serious being battled by a New York nurse. I was prepared to cases of the measles in the United States are malnourhear the truth, but instead I heard questionable fear ished? tactics. I will show you how easy it was to put their Thirdly, a quick search of “child with measles” fear into context. renders the image Holt used of the baby covered in Holt quoted statistics claiming this is the worst red bumps. It was not a recent case. It was an image measles outbreak in 25 years – 90 cases in one week. sourced from Getty Stock Images. The same image A clip of Dr. Heminia Palacio, New York Deputy was attached to an article about a child in Israel. This Mayor for Health and Human Services, was shown. is prime-time nightly news attaching a shocking imShe said, “This antivacs movement has proven to be age to their story to sway you. No surprise there. very dangerous.” This is the introduction to Lester’s Be certain when you hear statements like, people story: A photo of a baby covered in red bumps, scary who are not vaccinated are spreading measles. That is sounding statistics in a concerned voice and a high- misinformation. The truth is the measles vaccine has positioned doctor claiming a definitive statement. shed in the past, leading to the Disneyland outbreak The doctor’s statement frustrated me because we a few years ago. A photo posted on CNN news of a must progress the conversation passed “This antivacs child with measles was retracted when they admitted movement.” It is not a movement. People are educat- it was a child who received the measles vaccine and ing themselves on the risks that come with vaccines broke out in the measles. Measles have never been and the risks that come with coming into contact with eradicated, with 86 cases the year they declared it so. a disease. Then, they are making an informed deci- The measles is cyclical and averages 220 cases a year.

Lastly, the New York nurse said that to calm consion on which risk they would rather take. That is the beauty of America, and that is a choice every parent cerned parents over vaccines, she often tells them there is more aluminum in breast milk than a vacshould be able to make for their child.

The question that sparks conversation must be, cine. I had to confirm her statement as I am currently “What are parents who chose not to vaccinate doing breastfeeding. In a quick search, I found the facts. for their children? If parents are building up strong im- Breast fed human infants can consume 7 mg of alumimune systems for their children, pumping them with num in their first six months of life, formula fed even healthy nutrition and vitamins, and educating their more and vaccines will give 4.4 mg within that time. children about proper nutrition and healthcare, then Aluminum comes from many sources. Humans are everyone should back off those parents. If a parent is ingesting aluminum from water, soil and foods natupurposely feeding their children junk, keeping them rally. The nurse twisted the facts to sway parents into malnourished and not vaccinating, then they should vaccinating when the truth is by vaccinating you are be approached by holistic nutritionists for education, adding aluminum to the aluminum you cannot avoid at the government’s dollar. Only after denying help naturally.

Here is the clincher to my frustration. Holt’s story to properly care for their child with organic whole foods and supplements, do those parents potentially was about misinformation, and, ironically, he was deserve a reprimand. I have been in the position in the giving misinformation and a lack of important info. past where we could not afford organic whole foods. In conclusion, the spread of measles can be from vacMy heart goes out to families in the position we once cinated and unvaccinated people. Health and nutrition were. It should never happen. Organic food should are going to combat it the best because it will also help you detox from potentially harmful chemicals from cost less than food sprayed with chemicals.

Why am I talking about nutrition when my title the vaccine if you chose to get vaccinated. Do not let is about measles? Because the two go hand in hand. wrongful reporting sway you. Do your research.

Independent longevity

What is the definition of a long, full ding. Anxiously awaiting their arrival life? and thanking the Lord for bringing them I am not sure anyone can really ansafely, I walked out to greet them in a swer this question. The elderly are known small amount of downtime between getto give advice or talk about what they did ting nails done and going to rehearsal. to reach their age, but still every story and He sat me down right away and with the experience is different. most serious look on his face looked me I found a perfect example of longevstraight in the eyes and said, “You know ity as I was scrolling through my Face- BY ANNA HINKEMEYER you don’t have to do this. You can still book page. But let me backtrack a second say no.” I knew he was joking despite the here. serious look, and of course I immediately I have always had an emphasis on family and said I was going through with getting married. The spending time with those I love. My mom’s family, next day, he walked through the receiving line after many of whom I am close with, is spread across the Mass, looked at me with his goofy smile and said, Upper Midwest, but I do not get to see often. As I was “Well, there’s no going back now. You done did it.”

My great uncle John Paul is one of the kindest, scrolling my news feed, a picture of my great uncle in Ohio popped up. He was pictured with his mom and most caring people I know on the planet, so when I saw the picture of him with his mom, I could not help another family member.

My great uncle was pictured at his 82nd birthday but remember all of the memories I have with him and celebration with his mom, who will be turning 97 lat- all the stories he has told me of his mom. He still calls er this year. When I think about my great uncle, I get her every day, both morning and night. Both of them a smile on my face. He is always joyful and has such are still living on their own, independent and feisty at 82 and 96. I would say they are both great examples a goofy sense of humor.

One particular story I can recall is from Sep- of living long, full lives. tember. He arrived with my cousins for my wed-

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Pausing for pedestrian safety

While some parking lots are still holding this process for each lane of traffic they must onto slowly melting snow piles, most streets, cross. It is important that pedestrians ensure sidewalks and walking paths have shed windrivers in each lane have recognized them ter’s grip. Spring weather is also slowly beand yielded the right-of-way. coming more welcoming to those who enjoy While most traffic violations are classia nice stroll outside. Summer and its parades, fied as petty misdemeanors (acts for which gatherings and festivals are around the corner, only a fine of up to $300 may be imposed), making now a great time to review the rules Minnesota law emphasizes the importance of around pedestrians and crosswalks. these pedestrian safety rules by making the Minnesota statute 169.22 dictates when violation of these rules a misdemeanor ofdrivers must yield to pedestrians: “Where fense (up to 90 days in jail and/or a $1,000

BY TROY HECK traffic-control signals are not in place or in Benton County Sheriff fine) for a first offense and a gross misdeoperation, the driver of a vehicle shall stop to meanor offense (up to one year in jail and/ yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian crossor a $3,000 fine) for a second or subsequent ing the roadway within a marked crosswalk or at an in- offense in the same year. More importantly, disobeying tersection with no marked crosswalk. The driver must this law could result in severe injury or tragedy. remain stopped until the pedestrian has passed the lane Some who read this may be wondering about jayin which the vehicle is stopped.” walking or pedestrians that cross a roadway at places In other words, pedestrians using marked cross- other than an intersection or crosswalk. Generally, this walks or crossing at intersections that have no traf- behavior is not prohibited by state statute. On this topic, fic lights (even if there is no marked crosswalk) have Minnesota statute 169.22: “Every pedestrian crossing a the right-of-way and drivers must stop and allow them roadway at any point other than within a marked crossto cross safely. Drivers may not pass vehicles that are walk or at an intersection with no marked crosswalk shall stopped to allow pedestrians across the roadway. This yield the right-of-way to all vehicles upon the roadway.” is especially important on roadways with two or more In other words, pedestrians may cross at places lanes in each direction. If you are driving on such a road other than corners and crosswalks; however, any pedesand see a vehicle is stopped at an intersection or cross- trian doing so must yield the right-of-way to drivers on walk, approach with caution to make sure there are no the roadway. The only time when this crossing in the pedestrians attempting to cross the road. middle of the block is prohibited by statute is “between Minnesota statute 169.22 also places common- adjacent intersections at which traffic-control signals are sense restrictions upon pedestrians: “No pedestrian shall in operation.” So, pedestrians in the middle of a block suddenly leave a curb or other place of safety and walk who find themselves with a traffic light to their left and a or run into the path of a vehicle which is so close that it traffic light to their right must walk to the nearest traffic is impossible for the driver to yield.” control device before crossing the roadway. Pedestrians This sentence really should not need any additional considering crossing at places other than intersections explanation, as the purpose of this entire statute is to or crosswalks may want to keep in mind the saying ensure the safety of pedestrians, but pedestrians must “just because you can do something, doesn’t mean you make sure drivers have time to react before attempting should.” Crossing at intersections and crosswalks is the to cross. safest choice and should be done whenever possible.

My best practice recommendation for pedestrians Finally, on the topic of traffic lights, pedestrians are wishing to obtain the right-of-way from drivers at a subject to traffic control signals. Pedestrians may not crossing is to stand at the edge of the corner or side- cross against a red light or do not walk signal regardless walk facing the direction the pedestrian wishes to cross. of whether there is a marked crosswalk or not. PedestriThe pedestrian should turn their head in an attempt to ans must wait for the green light or walk indicator before make eye contact with the drivers of the vehicles in the proceeding. first lane of traffic they must cross. Drivers should be We must all watch out for each other and be alert for alert for this non-verbal message from pedestrians, slow pedestrian/vehicle interactions. When everyone follows down, and be prepared to stop and yield the right-of- the rules and acts with care, we all get to where we are way. going safely.

Pedestrians should watch for signs that the apFor more crime prevention information and safety proaching driver sees the pedestrian and is prepared information visit the Benton County Sheriff’s Office and able to stop. Once the pedestrian believes they may website at https://www.co.benton.mn.us/211/Crimesafely cross, they should begin their crossing and repeat Prevention.

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Hardy annuals

With the surprise storm last week, were also belong in this category. If you grow geyou wondering about what might happen to raniums outdoors in summer, notice how long plants that are already growing outdoors? it takes them to freeze completely in the fall.

Perennials are well adapted to cold peOnce your hardy annuals are planted riods and will be fine. And, there are many outdoors for the season, they should be fine annuals that can also survive short periods even if very cold temperatures are suddenly of cold weather. Pansies are the most wellpredicted. However, if you want to cover known example. them at night, there are protection methods

BY LINDA G. I have a pansy that grew from seed that can be used.

TENNESON dropped on the ground last fall. It was about Bed sheets, drop cloths and blankets Green and 3 inches tall before the storm. It survived and make suitable covers for vulnerable plants.

Growing in continues to grow. The largest leaves are a Use stakes to keep the covering material from Benton County touching the foliage and remove the coverlittle duller green than usual which I expect will change as the weather warms up. ings when temperatures rise the next day.

Many annuals can survive temporary cold tempera- Plastic sheets are sometimes used, but they are more tures. Also, our flower gardens may have micro-climate likely to cause freezing inside the covering if they acareas, meaning that a spot may have protection from cidentally touch any part of the protected plant. The reathe side of a building or a tree or bush that keeps the son for keeping the coverings from touching the plants is temperature slightly warmer than the neighboring areas. that the condensation that collects under the cloth might Hardy annuals that have been started indoors and hard- refreeze and kill any leaves they are touching. Once ened off before planting out will survive short periods of the moisture has frozen, it breaks the plant cells open cold outdoor temperatures. Annuals should be allowed which then kills the plant. Very low growing plants can to grow several inches tall indoors and hardened off be- be covered with mulch, such as straw or leaf mold, and fore being permanently moved outdoors. Hardening off uncovered as soon as temperatures rise, usually in the is placing plants outdoors for a few hours each day until morning. Commercial growers accomplish this same they are used to being in cooler temperatures and in the kind of protection by placing smoky fires near the plants wind. or trees or by spraying a light mist of water near them Various sources categorize annuals as very hardy, to raise the temperature a critical degree or two. Antimeaning those that will survive 25-degree temperatures transpirant sprays may also be used to seal moisture infor short periods and hardy annuals meaning those that side the plants. will survive 40-degree temperatures. Which plant beThe Benton County Extension Master Gardener longs in each category is a matter for debate. Pansies, Horticultural evening was canceled because of the storm tdianthus and petunias are well known examples of cold last week. It will be rescheduled in October.

Linda G. Tenneson is a University of Minnesota Exhardy annuals. Swiss chard, flowering kale and dusty miller are less known but will also survive temporary tension Master Gardener and Tree Care Advisor. cold periods. Snapdragon, sweet alyssum and geranium

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Sauk Rapids Police Department activity April 8 1512 hrs: Officers responded to a traffic accident at the intersection of Second Avenue South and Seventh Street South. The driver of the first vehicle believed cars were about to move and put his head down. When he looked up, he had rear-ended the vehicle in front of him, causing a chain reaction with two other vehicles.

One of the vehicles was towed due to being inoperable.

April 9 1827 hrs: Officers received property from a male in St. Cloud stating he found it behind his home. Officers took possession of the property and returned it to the owner in Sauk Rapids.

April 13 1944 hrs: Officers received a complaint of boys riding dirt bikes on the 900 block of Fourth Street North. Upon arrival, officers located the males and advised them of dangers and city ordinances.

Incidents: 32 assists, 26 traffic stops, 19 various calls, 17 medical, 11 suspicious, 11 compliance checks, 8 property, 7 alarms, 6 child, 6 welfare checks, 6 permits, 5 disturbances, 3 assaults, 3 accidents, 3 domestics, 3 thefts, 3 fraud, 3 disorderly conduct, 3 driving, 3 animals, 2 criminal damage to property, 2 civil, 2 traffic hazards, 2 violation court order and 2 extra patrol.

Rice Police Department activity April 14 0315 hrs: Officers received a complaint of a vacuum theft at the Rice Quick Clean Car Wash. Officers spoke with the complainant and gathered video of the incident.

Incidents: 8 various calls, 4 assists, 2 traffic stops and 2 thefts.

Disabilities Act Transition Plan meeting April 25

FOLEY – Benton County will host an open house to share information and answer questions about a proposed Americans with Disabilities Act Transition Plan. The open house will be at 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, April 25 in the Sauk Rapids Government Center-community room, 250 Summit Ave. N., Sauk Rapids.

County engineering staff will be on hand to discuss the proposed plan.

All county highway departments are required under Title II of the Americans with

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Saturday, April 20, 10-11 a.m. — Easter Egg Hunt. versity Recovery Community program. Register at There will be Easter story time with refreshments http://www.signmeup.com/recovery5K. following the hunt. Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran Saturday, April 27, 7:30 p.m. — St. Cloud Singing Church, 1950 125th St. N.W., Rice.

Saints Barbershop Chorus. Special guest Midnight Saturday, April 20, 10 a.m. to noon — 17th annual Croon. Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 W. St. Eggstravaganza. For preschool and elementary age Germain St., St. Cloud. For more information visit children. Egg dip, egg dying, face painting, crafts, http://www.paramountarts.org or call 320-259-5463. bingo and picture opportunities with the Easter bunny. Sauk Rapids-Rice Community Education, 901 Sunday, April 28, 8:30 a.m. to noon — St. Cloud Lions Annual Pancake Breakfast and Silent AucFirst St. S., Sauk Rapids. tion. All you can eat. Free parking. Proceeds benefit Monday, April 22, 6:30 p.m.— Sales Tax for Trans- Lions Sight and Hearing Program Leader Dog. The portation Open House. Seeking public input on Moose Club, 1300 Third St. N., Waite Park.

Benton County’s plan to implement a 0.5% local option sales tax for road improvements. Benton County Sunday, April 28, 8:30 a.m. to noon — Foley Area C.A.R.E. Pancake Breakfast. Regular or blueberAdministration Building, 531 Dewey St., Foley. ry pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs, sweet rolls, Monday, April 22, 7:30 p.m. — Foley FFA Chapter fruit and more. Presented by the Duelm Knights of 78th Annual Banquet and Awards Program. Com- Columbus. St. Lawrence Parish Hall, 10915 Duelm munity members and alumni are welcome to attend. Road N.E., Foley. Contact C.A.R.E. office for a ride Foley High School cafeteria, 621 Penn St., Foley. at 320-968-7848.

Additional information can be obtained by calling 320-968-8418 or emailing astemper@appsisd51.org. Saturday, April 28, 4 p.m. — Love’s Dance. A concert featuring the Great River Chorale, Minneapolis Tuesday, April 23, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. — 55+ Driver Guitar Quartet and the Minnesota Dance Ensemble.

Improvement First Time Course. Zion Lutheran American sign language interpretation provided.

Church-Fellowship Hall, 245 Central Ave. S., Mi- Handicap accessible. Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 4310 County Road 137, St. Cloud. Tickets available laca. at the door or at http://www.greatriverchorale.org.

Wednesday, April 24, 1-3 p.m. — Adult Social Activity. Enjoy a snack, make a craft and play bingo. Saturday, April 28, 4-7 p.m. — Marching Storm Independent Lifestyles, 215 N. Benton Drive, Sauk Chicken Buffet Fundraiser. Coyote Moon Grille, 480 55th Ave. S.E., St. Cloud. Tickets can be purRapids. chased at the door or in advance from band members.

Thursday, April 25, 7:30 a.m. — Benton Economic Partnership Quarterly Meeting. Sauk Rapids Gov- Monday, April 29, 12:30-6:30 p.m. — Foley Area ernment Center, 250 Summit Ave. N., Sauk Rapids. American Red Cross Blood Drive. First Presbyterian Church, 306 Norway Drive, Foley. Call Thursday, April 25, 6:30 p.m. — Benton County 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit http://www.redcrossAmerican with Disabilities Act Transition Plan blood.org for an appointment. Enter sponsor code: Open House. Sauk Rapids Government Center, 250 Foley.

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Thursday, May 2, 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Great River Friday, April 26, 5 p.m. — Spring Hog Roast Fun- Regional Coin Club. Miller Auto Marine Sports draiser. Hosted by St. John’s Lutheran Church in Plaza, 2930 Second St. S., St. Cloud.

Popple Creek. Meal and live and silent auctions.

Proceeds benefit church basement renovations. St. Thursday, May 2, 6:30-7:30 p.m. — National Day John’s Lutheran Church, 855 Golden Spike Road of Prayer. The 68th annual National Day of Prayer gathering will meet to pray for local government.

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Free and open to the public. Dinner at 5:30 p.m. with Friday, April 26, 7:30 p.m. — Minnesota Dance En- a freewill offering. Shepherd of the Pines Lutheran semble: A Real Boy. An adaptation of “The Adven- Church, 1950 125th St. N.W., Rice. tures of Pinocchio” series. Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 W. St. Germain St., St. Cloud. For more Thursday, May 2, 7 p.m. — Sauk Rapids Ameriinformation visit http://www.paramountarts.org or can Legion Post No. 254 Monthly Meeting. Meets the first Thursday of each month. Sauk Rapids VFW call 320-259-5463.

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Saturday, April 27, 8 a.m. to noon — Foley Area Clean Up Day. Sponsored by Foley Boy Scout Troop Friday, May 3, 10-10:45 a.m. — Preschool story No. 10. Located at the former waste water treatment time. Join for songs, stories and crafts. Great River site on Broadway Avenue South in Foley. For more Regional Library-Foley branch, 251 Fourth Ave. N., Foley. information visit https://www.ci.foley.mn.us.

Saturday, April 27, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. — City of Rice Annual Clean Up Day. Open to residents in Rice as well as Graham, Langola and Watab townships. Located behind Rice City Hall, 205 E. Main St., Rice.

Saturday, May 4, 3-7 p.m. — Periwinkle for Amy. Benefit to support Amy Kline. Silent auction, bake sale and dinner. Jack and Jim’s Event Center, 11025 Duelm Road N.E., Foley.

Saturday, April 27, 8:30 a.m. to noon — A Walk Together Uniting Against Sex Trafficking. Proceeds benefit the Central Minnesota Sexual Assault Center.

Register at http://www.centralmn.org/awalktogether or by calling 320-251-5009. Shear Dynamics Salon, 65 Third St. N.E., Waite Park.

Saturday, May 4, 6:30 p.m. — “At the Movies” 2019 Spring Gala. Presented by the Wirth Center for the Performing Arts. Two-hour concert featuring music and dance. Tickets available at the door or in advance by contacting the Wirth Center at 320-2550318 or at info@wirthcenter.org. Sauk Rapids-Rice High School, 1835 Osauka Road N.E., Sauk Rapids.

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Free nitrate testing available FOLEY – Benton Soil and Water Conservation District will be testing drinking water for nitrates for free April 25-26. Residents wishing to have water tested can bring a sample to the city of Foley storage building at 440 S. Broadway from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. April 25 and 7 a.m.

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If you have more than one sample, add an identifier such as “Well No. 1.”

Public Notices CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 (1) The exact name under which the business is or will be conducted is: Granite City Excavating.

(2) The address of the principal place of business is: 2417 65th St NE, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 USA. (3) List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address: Brett Off, 2417 65th St. NE, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 USA. (4) By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath.

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CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 (1) The exact name under which the business is or will be conducted is: Benton Ag. (2) The address of the principal place of business is: 11 2ND AVE N UNIT 103, SAUK RAPIDS, MN 56379 USA. (3) List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address: Star Publications, LLC, 522 Sinclair Lewis Ave., Sauk Centre, MN 56378 USA. (4) By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath.

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Vitals App to be presented at chamber meeting SAUK RAPIDS – The Good Shepherd Community hosts the Sauk Rapids Chamber meeting from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, April 25 at the Sauk Rapids Government Center, 250 Summit Ave. N., Sauk Rapids. The meeting includes a presentation on the Vitals App by Waite Park Police Chief Dave Bentrud and Alicia Mages.

This meeting is open to chamber members and guests who are interested in Sauk Rapids community issues. There is no cost to attend and lunch is provided by the sponsor. Register by noon April 23 by registrations@stcloudareachamber.com, 320-6563826 or at http://www.saukrapidschamber.com. Be aware unregistered and late registered attendees are charged at the door.

The Sauk Rapids Chamber, a division of the St. Cloud Area Chamber, promotes a healthy business environment in the community of Sauk Rapids, working in cooperation with member businesses, local government, the public school system and other community organizations.

NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that default has occurred in conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: March 26, 2008 MORTGAGOR: Linda Corrigan and Charles Corrigan, wife and husband.

MORTGAGEE: PNC Bank, National Association.

DATE AND PLACE OF RECORDING: Recorded May 12, 2008 Benton County Recorder, Document No. A357337.

ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: NONE TRANSACTION AGENT: NONE TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE I D E N T I F I C AT I O N NUMBER ON MORTGAGE: NONE LENDER OR BROKER AND MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR STATED ON MORTGAGE: PNC Bank, National Association RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE SERVICER: PNC Bank, National Association M O RT G A G E D PROPERTY ADDRESS: 1291 115th Avenue Northeast, Foley, MN 56329 TAX PARCEL I.D. #: R10.00427.01 LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: THE EAST 700 FEET OF THE NORTH 250 FEET OF THE SOUTH 450 FEET OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE

NORTHEAST QUARTER (NE 1/4 OF NE 1/4) OF SECTION TWENTYSEVEN (27), TOWNSHIP THIRTY-SIX (36) NORTH, RANGE TWENTYNINE (29) WEST, FOURTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, BENTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA, CONTAINING FOUR (4) ACRES, MORE OR LESS. COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Benton O R I G I N A L PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $86,000.00 AMOUNT DUE AND CLAIMED TO BE DUE AS OF DATE OF NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID

BY MORTGAGEE: $13,807.77 That prior to the commencement of this mortgage foreclosure proceeding Mortgagee/ Assignee of Mortgagee complied with all notice requirements as required by statute; That no action or proceeding has been instituted at law or otherwise to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; PURSUANT to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: June 11, 2019 at 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: Benton County Sheriff’s Office, 581 Highway 23 Northeast Foley, MN to pay the debt then secured by said Mortgage, and taxes, if any, on said premises, and the costs and disbursements, including attorneys’ fees

allowed by law subject to redemption within twelve (12) months from the date of said sale by the mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns unless reduced to Five (5) weeks under MN Stat. §580.07.

TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: If the real estate is an owneroccupied, single-family dwelling, unless otherwise provided by law, the date on or before which the mortgagor(s) must vacate the property if the mortgage is not reinstated under section 580.30 or the property is not redeemed under section 580.23 is 11:59 p.m. on June 11, 2020, unless that date falls on a weekend or legal holiday, in which case it is the next weekday, and unless the redemption period is reduced to 5 weeks under MN Stat. Secs. 580.07 or 582.032.

MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM F I N A N C I A L OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE:None “THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION

BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S

P E R S O N A L R E P R E S E N T AT I V E S OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.” Dated: April 8, 2019 PNC Bank, National Association Mortgagee/Assignee of Mortgagee USSET, WEINGARDEN AND LIEBO, P.L.L.P. Attorneys for Mortgagee/ Assignee of Mortgagee 4500 Park Glen Road #300 Minneapolis, MN 55416 (952) 925-6888 4 - 19-002065 FC THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR R-16-6B

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REGULAR MEETING SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N. Monday, March 25, 2019 • 6:00PM MINUTES 6:00 P.M. 1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Kurt Hunstiger called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. All members present.

Oath of Office— City Administrator/City Clerk, Ross Olson, resided over the swearing in of Dottie Seamans as the newly appointed Councilperson.

2. Additions or Changes to the Agenda Ross Olson requested to add Approve Staff Attendance to American Water Works Association Training as agenda item 9-F. 3. Approve the Agenda Motion: Moved by Councilperson Sauer and seconded by Councilperson Thronson to approve the Agenda as amended. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Approve Minutes A. 3-11-19 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes Motion: Moved by Councilperson Ellering and seconded

by Councilperson Thronson to approve the 3-11-19 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes. Motion carried unani-

Public Notice of Open House “Benton County to Hold Open House for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan”

Benton County will hold an open house to share information and answer questions about a proposed ADA Transition Plan. The open house will be held on Thursday, April 25h at 6:30 p.m. in the City of Sauk Rapids Government Center Community Room.

County engineering staff will be on hand to discuss the proposed plan. All County Highway Departments are required under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act and 28CFR 35.105 to evaluate their transportation facilities for conformance with current standards and develop a plan to correct any deficiencies.

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5. Receive and File NONE 6. Mayor’s Communications • Neil Bueckers, Sauk Rapids Fire Department, Retirement Recognition-Mayor Hunstiger and Jason Fleming recognized Sauk Rapids Fire Fighter, Neil Bueckers, on his 25 years of service with the Sauk Rapids Fire Department and congratulated him on his retirement.

7. Audience Items/Visitors Total Time Limit 2 Minutes for Items NOT on the Agenda Tom Haaf, 2730 15th Street NE, stated that he wanted some choice when it came to his refuse hauler. Haaf questioned if there was a procedure to get the garbage hauler discussion back in front of the City Council again. He noted that Republic Waste is not picking up his garbage.

8. Public Hearings NONE 9. Consent Agenda A. Approve Appointment to the Police Officer Position B. Approve Staff and Council Attendance to the Annual League of MN Cities (LMC) Conference C. Approve Tobacco License for Sauk Rapids Tobacco D. Approve Service Agreement with HMA Architects E. Approve Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Water Supply Plan

F. Approve Staff Attendance to the American Water Works Association Training Motion: Moved by Councilperson Ellering and seconded

by Councilperson Seamans to approve agenda items 9A-9F. Motion carried unanimously.

10. Regular Agenda NONE 11. Other Staff Items A. Reminder: Citizen of the Year Nominations Are Due April 4th—Ross Olson reminded everyone that the Citizen of the Year nominations for the 2019 Citizen of the Year are due on April 4th.

12. Other Council Items and Communications NONE 13. Approve List of Bills and Claims Motion: Moved by Councilperson Sauer and seconded by Councilperson Thronson to approve the List of Bills and Claims. Motion carried unanimously.

14. Adjournment Motion: Moved by Councilperson Ellering and seconded

by Councilperson Sauer to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

Mayor Hunstiger adjourned the meeting at 6:16 p.m.

SUMMONS NOTICE STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT JUNEAU COUNTY Court File No: 2019CV000017 Personal Injury - Auto: 30101

Plaintiffs, Ricky and Brenda Bell, are informed and verily believe prior to February 9, 2016 said insurance company had issued a policy of liability insurance to Scott Schauer against liability for damages and injuries and/or death caused by negligent operation of his motor vehicle and that said policy was in full force and effect at the time of the accident hereinafter referred to and that by virtue of said policy and the laws of the State of Wisconsin is a proper party to these proceedings.

5. That Wisconsin County Mutual Insurance Corporation, as the Worker’s Compensation carrier for Juneau County, has caused medical benefits to be paid to or on behalf of Ricky Bell as a result of the accident which is the subject of this lawsuit and may have an interest in the proceeds of this lawsuit based upon subrogation.

6. That Unity Health Plans Insurance Corporation has caused medical benefits to be paid to or on behalf of Ricky Bell as a result of the accident which is the subject of this lawsuit and may have an interest in the proceeds of this lawsuit based upon subrogation.

7. That on February 9, 2016, Ricky Bell was operating a snowplow truck, owned by Juneau County, in an easterly direction on I90/94 in the town of Lisbon, Juneau County, Wisconsin; at which time and place Scott Schauer was operating his motor vehicle in an easterly direction on I90/94 in the town of Lisbon, Juneau County, Wisconsin; at which time and place said vehicles collided causing the injuries and damages as hereinafter set forth.

8. That at the time and place of said accident, Scott Schauer was negligent as the Plaintiffs are informed and verily believe, and that said negligence was a proximate cause of the accident and the resulting injuries and damages sustained by Ricky Bell and was a substantial factor in causing same.

9. That is a result of said accident, Ricky Bell sustained severe personal injuries, including injuries to his head, neck, back, hip and other injuries, which injuries required medical and doctor

RICKY and BRENDA BELL 209 South Church Street Hustler, WI 54637 Plaintiff, WISCONSIN COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CORPORATION PO Box 443 Windsor, WI 53598-0443 And UNITY HEALTH PLANS INSURANCE CORPORATION 840 Carolina Street Sauk City, WI 53583, Third-Party Plaintiffs vs.

SCOTT SCHAUER 12 5th Avenue North Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 and INTEGRITY PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY 2121 East Capitol Drive Appleton, WI 54912-0539 Defendants.

SUMMONS THE STATE OF WISCONSIN to said Defendants: You are hereby notified that the Plaintiffs, abovenamed, have filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. The Complaint, which is attached, states the nature and basis of the legal action.

Within forty-five (45) days of receiving this Summons, you must respond with a written Answer, as that term is used in Chapter 802 of the Wisconsin Statutes, to the Complaint. The Court may reject or disregard an Answer that does not follow the requirements of the Statutes. The Answer must be sent or delivered to the Court, whose address is 200 Oak Street, Mauston, WI 53948 and Gray Law Firm, S.C. and Robert J. Gray, Plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is Grand View, 408 3rd Street, Suite 400, Wausau, WI 54403.

You may have an attorney help or represent you.

If you do not provide a proper Answer within fortyfive (45) days, the Court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested

in the Complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the Complaint.

A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property.

Dated this 29th day of January, 2019.

GRAY LAW FIRM, S.C. A limited liability organization, BY: /s/ Robert J. Gray Robert J. Gray Attorney for the Plaintiffs State Bar No.: 1017943 Grand View 408 3rd Street, Suite 400 Wausau, WI 54403 (715)843-0010 COMPLAINT NOW COME the Plaintiffs, Ricky and Brenda Bell, above-named by their attorney, Gray Law Firm, S.C. and Attorney Robert J. Gray, and as and for a Complaint against the Defendants, Scott Schauer and Integrity Property & Casualty Insurance Company and show to the Court as follows: CLAIM 1. That Ricky Bell is an adult resident with an address of 209 South Church Street, Hustler, Juneau County, Wisconsin, 554637 and is employed by Juneau County.

2. That Brenda Bell is an adult resident with an address of 209 South Church Street, Hustler, Juneau County, Wisconsin, 554637 and is the wife of Ricky Bell.

3. That Scott Schauer is an adult resident with an address of 12 5th Avenue North, Sauk Rapids, Benton County, Minnesota, and whose occupation is unknown as the Plaintiffs are informed and verily believe.

4. That Integrity Property & Casualty Insurance Company is a local insurance corporation duly organized and existing by virtue of the laws of the State of Wisconsin, with its principal office and place of business located in the City of Appleton, Wisconsin, and is licensed to do business in the State of Wisconsin and elsewhere and is engaged in the business of writing liability insurance and other forms of insurance; that as the

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attention and caused Ricky Bell great pain, suffering, disability and medical expense; that as he is informed and verily believes, he will in the future require further medical and doctor attention and will continue to have pain and suffering as a result of said injuries; that he will have pain permanently in the future; that he has incurred medical and doctor expenses and will incur further medical expenses in the future; that he has been unable to enjoy the same social, recreational and occupational activities as in the past and will be unable to engage in the same in the future and has sustained a wage loss in the past and will have such in the future.

BRENDA BELL’S CLAIM 10. Reallege as if set forth here in full paragraphs 1 through 9 of Ricky Bell’s Claim.

11. That Brenda Bell, as the wife of Ricky Bell, has been subjected to medical expenses for the injuries sustained by her husband, and has suffered the loss of his services and of his society and companionship and will sustain such loss in the future.

WHEREFORE, the Plaintiffs, Ricky and Brenda Bell, demand a money judgment against the Defendants, Scott Schauer and Integrity Property & Casualty Insurance Company, jointly and severally, for Plaintiffs’ damages, and for determination of the interests of Wisconsin County Mutual Insurance Corporation and Unity Health Plans Insurance Corporation in the proceeds of this lawsuit, together with statutory costs and such further relief as may be appropriate.

A TRIAL BY A JURY OF TWELVE IS HEREBY DEMANDED. Dated this 29th day of January, 2019.

BY: /s/ Robert J. Gray Robert J. Gray Attorney for the Plaintiffs State Bar No.: 1017943 Grand View 408 3rd Street, Suite 400 Wausau, WI 54403 (715)843-0010 R-14-3B

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Sheriff reports on 2018

BY NATASHA BARBER | STAFF WRITER

Top 5 most committed crimes in Benton County 1. Theft 2. Fraud 3. Domestic abuse 4. Harassment 5. Criminal damage to property.

FOLEY – Activity at the Benton County Jail is business as usual, according to Sheriff Troy Heck. Heck presented his annual report at the county board meeting April 15 and said 2018 compared similarly to 2017.

One area of the report that saw an increase was the number of requests to serve civil process papers such as legals summons, orders for protection and evictions.

A second area was staff turnovers. Heck said va- people are doing the jobs we pay them to do, and that cant positions can be difficult in law enforcement. requires a lot of effort from the staff that remains. ‌ I “In public safety, we don’t have the ability to put truly appreciate the work my staff does.â€? a duty on hold,â€? Heck said. “We have to make sure The county’s overall crime rate is 33% lower than the state average.

Heck said the five most reported crimes in Benton County are theft, fraud, domestic abuse, harassment and criminal damage to property. A total of 682 crimes were reported to the sheriff’s office last year; an increase of 23 crimes. Heck said he saw an increase in drug crimes, simple assaults and criminal damage to property, a trend his office plans to address if possible.

The sheriff’s office is a member of the Central Minnesota Violent Offenders Task Force. In 19 Benton County cases in 2018, task force investigations seized 26 pounds of marijuana, 20 grams of marijuana wax, 8.5 pounds of methamphetamines, 1.3 pounds of MDMA (ecstasy), and 1.3 ounces of heroin.

The jail housed an average daily population of 75.76 inmates, a slight decrease from 2017. The average length of an inmate’s stay is 11.62 days. Heck said this is Arch Metals nearly identical to the prior year. The county recoups its cost of boarding inmates through booking, boarding and Cone Builders work release fees. Over $33,000 was collected in this Welders process in 2018. The jail also collected over $485,000 in

revenue from boarding prisoners for other law enforcement agencies that lacked space.

In other board news: - Approved a proclamation for National Correctional Officer’s Week in Benton County. It will take place May 5-11. This proclamation recognizes those who work in the nation’s jails and prisons.

- Approved the decision to schedule quarterly committees of the whole with human services staff. The purpose is to allow for more discussion and deeper conversations on topics, as well as reduce the amount of presentations during county board meetings.

- Approved an administrative agreement with Morrison County regarding the County Road 78 project.

Benton County will be responsible for inspection. Morrison County will be responsible for engineering expenses and construction costs for their portion of the project.

- Roxanne Achman, department of development director, gave an update on the 800-acre solar farm to potentially be erected in Langola Township. She said Geronimo Energy is working with affected residences to screen the panels where necessary, but does not intend to screen the entire project from view. The board was OK with that decision, agreeing it would not need to be screened from Highway 10. The county will see if there are any township concerns.

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The Storm’n Eagles boys tennis team had a rough week on the courts.

They traveled to compete against Foley April 15, losing 8-0 and competed against Sartell April 16, losing 7-0.

Tiernan Attebery had the most success for the team.

“He is a bright spot,” said Jamie Hatlestad, head coach for Sauk Rapids-Rice-Apollo. “He comes from playing tennis for Bemidji and has a distinct style, takes his time on serves and brings some real gamesmanship to his matches.”

PHOTO BY JAKE DOETKOTT

Jon Demars takes an overhead shot April 15 in Foley.

Demars played doubles with Porter Siltman.

the Falcons April 15 in Foley.

“We had to adapt to playing indoors at the Foley fieldhouse,” Hatlestad said. “We had a nice showing considering it was a new experience for all my players.”

The No. 1 doubles team of Siltman and DeMars has been playing well together.

“Despite being a little intimidated by the No. 1 Foley doubles team, they played well and with skill,” Hatlestad said.

Singles – No. 1 Zach “They took many games Stang 0-6, 0-6, No. 2 Atte- from their opponents.”

Sartell 7, Apollo-SRR 0 The Storm’n Eagles competed against the Sabres April 16 in Sartell, losing 7-0.

“Sartell was tough for us,” Hatlestad said.

“When I was putting in the scores, I noticed they are extremely heavy with experience. They will be graduating 12 seniors after this season, their entire varsity roster plus. Our guys struggled against them; Sartell was sharp, especially at doubles.”

bery 2-6, 1-6, No. 3 AJ Stang 2-6, 0-6 and No. 4 Braedyn Leeb 0-6, 1-6. Doubles – No. 1 Porter Siltman and Jon DeMars 0-6, 0-6, No. 2 Ethan Andersen and Win Koering 0-6, 0-6 and No. 3 Kody Duffy and Juan Calleros 0-6, 0-6.

Foley 8, Apollo-SRR 0 The Storm’n Eagles had a tough battle against

Singles – No. 1 Zach Stang 1-6, 0-6, No. 2 Attebery 2-6, 2-6, No. 3 AJ Stang 1-6, 1-6, No. 4 Leeb 0-6, 0-6 and No. 5 Teddy Baumgartner 0-6, 0-6. Doubles – No. 1 Siltman and DeMars 1-6, 4-6, No. 2 Andersen and Koering 0-6, 16 and No. 3 Duffy and Calleros 0-6, 0-6.

MSHSL shakes up sports sections SRR assignments relatively unchanged

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER SAUK RAPIDS – The Minnesota State High School League shook up competitive sections for high school sports and activities across the state over the past few months.

Every two years, MSHSL conducts adjustments to their section alignment, which can change depending on each school’s enrollment numbers and the amount of kids on a roster for any given team. However, every six years, MSHSL starts over with section assignments. This process will occur on the next cycle for the 2021-22 and 202223 school years.

“That can be much more dramatic,” said NaDean Schroeder, SRRHS activities director. “It takes longer for the league to go through the process and more things tend to change during those cycles.”

Each time section assignments are revisited, schools are able to opt up, choosing a higher competitive class – based on competitiveness, geographical locations or desire to be in a higher class. Schools can also appeal to drop down to a lower class.

Sauk Rapids-Rice

High School received their 2019-20 and 2020-21 assignments April 5, many of which were unchanged.

“We stay the same in just about everything,” Schroeder said. “Our biggest change is the boys swim and dive team moving to be an AA program.”

The boys swim and dive team moves from Section 3A to Section 8AA. “We were expecting the change to be in our near future, but we weren’t sure it would happen this soon,” said Ray Nelson, boys swim and dive head coach. “We know this change will bring a new challenge, but one we look forward to as we continue to build this program.”

Over the past three seasons, the Storm have earned trips to the true team state meet, taken the coveted Section 3A championship title three consecutive years and have earned top 10 spots at the state meet.

“Our team will have a tough road ahead of us to reach another section title or make it to true team state,” Nelson said. “However, our approach will be to continue to earn some banner spots and try to contend for championships regardless of our classification. We have a core group of swimmers and divers returning

that have been a part of our section championships and true team state meets in the last few years which helps.”

The boys swim and dive team will now be in a competitive section with Brainerd, Buffalo, Elk River, Maple Grove, Moorhead, Rogers, St. MichaelAlbertville and Tech high schools.

“We have only competed against Brainerd and Tech, as they are in the Central Lakes Conference,” Nelson said. “We have some familiarity with the others based on programs and location. We are looking to add some of these teams to our schedule, but we also want to enter an invite or two where we can compete against some AA schools.”

Throughout the athletics offered at SRR, no other section assignments shifted.

However, some opponents within those sections did.

The boys hockey Section 5A had the change of Legacy Christian Academy no longer having their own program. SRR beat Legacy Christian 15-3 Dec. 15, 2018 and 12-1 Feb. 19.

The dance team remains in Section 4AAA, but Technical High School, one of the team’s closest contenders for a chance at a state appearance, was

Boys swim and dive: Shifts upward from Section 3A to Section 8AA. Boys hockey: Section 5A drops Legacy Christian Academy.

Dance: Section 4AAA drops Technical High School.

Baseball: Section 5AAA adds Technical High School, drops Sartell.

Football: Section 6AAAAA adds Robbinsdale Armstrong, drops Osseo.

Boys basketball: Section 8AAA adds Fergus Falls and Technical High School.

Softball: Section 8AAA drops Fergus Falls.

Volleyball, boys and girls lacrosse, girls swim and dive, boys and girls soccer, cross country, gymnastics, boys and girls tennis, boys and girls track and field, boys and girls golf, girls basketball and wrestling remain unchanged.

dropped down to Section 4AA. Last season, the Storm and the Tigerettes had to add in their second lowest ranking in order to break the tie for who advanced to state in high kick.

The baseball team will see changes in Section 5AAA for the 2020 season.

Both St. Cloud teams – Tech High School and Apollo High School – will be in the section, while Sartell will bump to Section 8AAA. The Section 6AAAAA football enters Robbinsdale Armstrong and drops Osseo to 5-6A. “Honestly, I know very little about Robbinsdale Armstrong,” said Phil Klaphake, SRR head football coach. “They finished right around .500 last year and played some very good teams. They will likely be a very competitive team in our section. Over the past three years, I feel strongly our section has proven to be one of the best in the state.

We like this because we feel like if you can win our section, you are likely a favorite to win the state championship, and our section has had a couple teams each year that were state tournament caliber teams.”

Boys basketball is now in an eight-team section instead of seven with Fergus Falls and Tech now included.

The only change the softball team will see in the 2020 season is the absence of Fergus Falls.

“Fergus Falls went down in a lot of their sports because their enrollment went down,” Schroeder said. “We will still see them in conference competition, but not so much in sections anymore.”

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Dramatic comeback SRR baseball defeats Rocori 9-8 in eight innings

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

Dramatic and incredible are two words to describe the Sauk RapidsRice baseball team’s win over Rocori April 18. The Storm triumphed 9-8 over the Spartans in eight innings at St. John’s University in Collegeville.

“They are always a competitive team,” said Jeff Hille, head coach.

“The bottom half of our lineup did well for us. Getting balls in play was huge for us.”

Cole Fuecker, Brady Pesta and Tyler Hemker were three large contributors to the SRR win.

Fuecker was the most dominant at the plate, striking four hits in five atbats – earning two singles, a double and a triple.

“Cole was a real clutch

for us today,” Hille said.

“He is a guy we continue to count on to produce for us. He got some nice singles and bigger hits right when we needed them.”

The Storm started off slow, trailing 5-0 going into the bottom of the third. Fuecker stepped up to the plate with JD Bates on second, belting a deep fly ball to right field for a triple and earning an RBI on Bates crossing home.

Brady Posch followed Fuecker with a ground ball to shortstop, a sacrifice hit to bring Fuecker home.

SRR held off the Spartans through the top of the fourth. Hemker singled a line drive to right field midway through the bottom half of the inning to score Logan Donahue from second. Fuecker’s strong batting came to play, scoring Bates from

PHOTO BY ANNA HINKEMEYER

Tyler Hemker swings at a pitch April 18 in Collegeville. Hemker had two hits and three runs for the Storm in their game against Rocori.

second, landing him a double and bringing the game to a 5-5 tie.

“We really pieced it together in the later half of the game,” Hille said. “We had a lot of guys see a lot of action. We did a nice job

on a lot of aspects today.”

Through the rest of the game, the Storm and the Spartans remained neck and neck on the scoreboard. The Storm fell to an 8-5 deficit after Rocori punched out three runs in

the top of the sixth. SRR answered with one of their own in the bottom of the inning; the work of Fuecker on a line drive to left field to bring Hemker around from first.

The Storm continued

to close the gap going in the seventh. First, Tanner Andvik tripled off a line drive to right field, scoring Derek Durant from first. Nick Schmitt came

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boys lacrosse

Season debut is eye-opener for SSRR Communication, clean play is key going forward

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

The Storm’n Sabres boys lacrosse team battled against Moorhead High School in its season opener April 16. Sartell-Sauk

Rapids-Rice fell 16-3 in Moorhead.

“Our communication and penalties are what really cost us the game,” said James Buchnowski, senior captain. “During the first half, we didn’t communicate well on defense on slides, and we were men down for most of the game.”

Despite the score,

SSRR head coach Jake Sailor said the team handled the game well.

“The team continued to compete even when things weren’t going their way,” Sailor said.

SSRR is using this game as a learning experience and moving forward.

“I feel there are a lot of things we now know we have to focus on, and

we have a lot of room for coaching,” Buchnowski said. “Overall, I am proud of the team for keeping our heads up during the entire game and not giving up because of the score. I feel this first game really showed us the big key factors we need to work on as a team and how to build a better program.”

Buchnowski put up

two of the three goals for the team. “(The team) allowed me space on the fast break to give me a nice alley to run through,” Buchnowski said. “In the second half, our offense had some good ball movement that gave me good opportunities to shoot.”

A third goal was scored by Sam Vonder-

haar.

SSRR is scheduled to play at 7 p.m. Monday, April 22 in Albertville against St. MichaelAlbertville High School.

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Girls lacrosse open with 18-2 win Early lead allows offense experimentation

BY ANNA HINKEMEYER STAFF WRITER

Indoor practices and weather have created challenges and setbacks for the Storm’n Sabres girls lacrosse team this season, but they came into the opener ready.

The girls clinched an impressive 18-2 victory April 16 against Moorhead High School in Moorhead. “(The coaching staff) felt this season was off to a good start,” said Amanda Dvorak, head coach. “It was reassuring for us and the players that even with indoor practices we have been doing good things to be prepared. It felt great to win.”

The game started with draw control from senior captain Ella Steinberg, taking the ball directly to the goal and scoring within seconds. By halftime, the Storm’n Sabres were up 11-1.

“The first game was a great start to our season,” Steinberg said. “We worked hard as a team, and our hard work during practices really showed throughout playing. I was most proud of our ability to pass the ball up the field and work together as a team. It was a pretty awesome last first game as a senior.”

Sartell-Sauk RapidsRice was strong on offense, and Dvorak said

communication was a huge part of the win.

“They really were communicating well and keeping their heads up to see each other,” Dvorak said. “They seemed to feel comfortable on the field, and they adapted quickly to Moorhead’s playing style.”

Moorhead ran a tight man-to-man defense, and SSRR countered with widespread play. Once the Storm’n Sabres led by five, they focused on experimenting with offensive options and passing to cutters.

Hat tricks were a common occurrence for SSRR. Steinberg, Taylor Carriere and Taylor Scherer all tallied triple goals.

“Having three people score hat tricks is pretty neat,” Steinberg said. “It’s nice knowing we have multiple people on our team who can score.”

Communication and draw wins are at the top of Dvorak’s goals this season.

“Going into this game, I wanted to win 75% of the draws and ground balls, which they did,” Dvorak said. “I’m proud of the girls for using the game as an opportunity to work on more difficult passing and cutting options rather than running the ball down to the goal. We were most successful because of our draws and ground balls, and it led to a great game.”

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Baseball from page 15 up to bat on the next play, swinging a ground ball to second base, bringing Andvik home.

With the game tied, the Storm hit the field for the extra inning, holding off the Spartans in onetwo-three fashion. SRR went into the final half of the eighth inning with vigor. With bases loaded – Hemker on third, Fuecker and second and Posch on first –Pesta hit a line drive out to center, bringing Hemker home for the winning run.

“It felt pretty good to walk off Rocori,” Fuecker said. “It’s been a while since we’ve had a good game against them. Getting good hits for RBIs felt good, especially when they tie the game.”

SRR had a three-deep pitching rotation, with

Posch pitching the first two innings, Hemker coming in for relief for two innings and Fuecker closing out the final four innings of the game.

“A deep pitching rotation will be a huge benefit for us going forward,” Hille said. “We will need that deep rotation of guys to come in and throw strikes for us as we get into having three or four games in a week from here on out.”

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Brady Pesta (from left), Tyler Hemker and Trygve Hanson celebrate following Hemker’s winning run April 18 in Collegeville. Hemker scored the run in the bottom of the eighth inning, an extra inning to break the 8-8 tie.

SSRR: Carriere 3, Scherer 3, Steinberg 3, Lydia Johnson 2, Maggie Kulus 2, Annette Lahn 2, Kylie Bunde 1, Ava Hommerding 1 and Anna Orth 1.

Andrew Wollak attempts to tag out a Rocori runner April 18 at St. John’s University in Collegeville. The Storm won the game 9-8 in eight innings.

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Cameron Hallonquist Parent’s names: Ann and Jason Hallonquist Grade: 12 Activity accomplishment: Captain of the boys lacrosse team.

What is your favorite part about lacrosse? Lacrosse has been my passion since seventh grade. I can play year round, and it is a sport where creativity and athleticism are at its peak.

What is your best game to date? The 2017 season against Buffalo. It was the most thrilling battle we have played in the program history. Our hearts and minds were all in sync on both teams. The competition was relentless, and plays were happening left and right. I had some big plays, and we managed to come out on top against a skilled team.

What do you do to prepare in the minutes leading up to a competition? Music is my main way to get myself calm and collected. Self talk is another way I get my confidence up before starting the game as well as making sure my body and mind are one.

What other activities are you involved in at school?

Football, DECA, LINK and knowledge bowl.

What is your favorite high school class to date? Calculus. Math has always been a fascination for me but not my strongest subject. The teacher has a passion coming into the room ready to teach about differentiation or integration. He has helped me prepare to take on calculus heavy courses in my finance and economics path.

What skill do you possess most people do not know about? I have a photographic memory. It is an advantage for everyday life. It helps being able to remember key points and pictures in great detail. In critical situations, all I need to do is lay down my pencil, look up into my head and collect the important answer I require with hardly any delay.

What is the best advice you have ever received? When you are interested in something, you do it when it is convenient. When you are committed to something, you take no excuses. We got our vision, we set our goals, and we are committed to it. We may have to sacrifice. We have to be willing to sacrifice, and we have to be willing sometimes to change who we are, what we do and how we approach things.

What do you like to do in your spare time? I like to be outdoors, play video games, be out with friends and be active.

What is your favorite meal, movie, social media and song? Philly cheesesteak with extra onions and peppers, “21 Jump Street,” Snapchat and “Actual Pain” by Good Charlotte.

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Nick Kaeter (left) and his mother Barb hold flower baskets in their greenhouse April 18 in Rice. Kaeter owns and operates Nick’s Plants and Produce on the family farm.

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2011 when he was 13 years old. But, Kaeter’s fixation with vegetation has been a lifelong interest.

“I was always messing around in the dirt as a kid,” Kaeter said. “Since I can remember, I’ve had an interest in the world of plants and how they grow.”

Nick’s Plants and Produce is located at the Kaeter family farm northeast of Rice.

At the age of 5, Kaeter’s parents, Rod and Barb Kaeter, purchased a plastic-frame greenhouse from a hardware store for Kaeter’s birthday.

“The first greenhouse wasn’t anything special, but I took to it,” Kaeter said. “Not too long after that, my family and I built another greenhouse using some old house windows and a clear roof, among

other materials. We grew veggies exclusively: tomatoes, cabbages, peppers, watermelons and pumpkins. … That greenhouse we built lasted us around four years before we had to build a new one.”

Early into Kaeter’s greenhouse days, his grandfather, Vern Kaeter, visited the farm to drop off his own vegetable plants.

Kaeter cared for the plants for a month or more before his grandfather would return to take them back.

“I suppose it was my grandpa that made me realize early on that there was money in this business,” Kaeter said.

“We already had family and friends who would visit our farm, and then, as interest from locals grew, we built up a good network of people by word of mouth and through the network of people my parents knew.”

By 2011, Kaeter was selling his vegetables to Buckman Hardware in Buckman. Shortly after, Kaeter threw flowers into the mix, and his business expanded over time.

“We started off small …, but now Mothers’ Day is huge for us. Our busiest week most years,” Kaeter said. “I went from about 25 hanging baskets to approximately 400 baskets. I couldn’t have

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Sally Lentner sits at her kitchen table April 17 at her home north of Foley. Lentner has been raising hens since 1952.

A basket filled with breakfast Lentner raises hens, collects eggs

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FOLEY – The Easter bunny is not the only one hard at work collecting eggs this time of year.

Sally Lentner has cared for her laying hens and collected eggs since 1952. While she continues her hobby, Lentner maintains a routine and forms relationships with not only her customers but her chickens as well.

When Lentner, 88, and her late husband, George Lentner, purchased their 80-acre farmstead in 1947, they agreed to raise chickens.

“George fixed up the chicken coop, and we have had chickens ever since,” she said.

The couple raised 10 children on their farm, where they had chickens, pigs and Holstein cattle. Now, the Lentners’ son, Kevin, and his wife, Katie, and their children, Noah and Cole, own and operate the farm.

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Once a day, Lentner opens the screen door to the chicken coop and is greeted by cackling.

Lentner feeds the poultry around 5 p.m., filling their feeder with grain and topping their water bowls off. She collects the white and brown eggs from the nests and places them in a pail.

“It’s easy to take care of them,” Lentner said of the Brown Leghorn and California White Leghorn hens.

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Otherwise they become moody and refuse to lay any eggs.”

Lentner collects 25 eggs a day, up to 25 dozen eggs each week and sells them to the local businesses.

Even though Lentner has had varieties of hens, she has continued to stick with two breeds for production reasons. “… They seem to lay the best eggs,” she said.

“Eggs from California White hens are slightly larger than White Leghorn hens, and they can produce about 300 white eggs a year. I don’t buy the novelty hens because their eggs are thin, and they don’t hold up as well.”

After two years in production, the hens transition to companion animals.

“They make the best chicken soup, but I still won’t butcher them,” Lentner said.

“They become pets.”

While Lentner tends to her flock every day, her family helps with chores when she is away.

“When I come home after being gone for the weekend, my chickens welcome me home,” Lentner said. “They miss me as much as I miss them.”

With Easter approaching, Lentner goes

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A rooster and hens stand in the chicken coop April 17 at the Lentner farm north of Foley. Sally Lentner has been raising chickens for the past 67 years.

through more eggs because of the high demand.

“I don’t dye Easter eggs here anymore,” she said. “We used to, but my family doesn’t necessarily care for hard boiled eggs unless they’re warm.”

Regardless of the time of year, Lentner spends time tending to her hens.

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Kaeter operates with two large greenhouses and a grow shed, but he has plans to expand.

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BENTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING MINUTES APRIL 2, 2019 The Benton County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on April 2, 2019 in the Benton County Board Room in Foley, MN with Commissioners Ed Popp, Spencer Buerkle, Jake Bauerly, Steve Heinen and Warren Peschl present. Call to order by Chair Bauerly was at 9:00 AM followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.

Peschl/Popp unanimous to approve the amended agenda: add item—construction contract for seasonal bituminous overlay.

Tom Haaf, 2730 – 15th Street NE, Sauk Rapids, appeared under Open Forum to continue discussion on his concerns with his property as a result of the CSAH 3 “Up the Hill” project; he asked for resolution to a number of issues, including concerns with drainage. Haaf referenced the County Engineer’s recommendation that Haaf “not mow the grass too short until the turf is well established”; with the drainage issues on the property and the “bad design”, Haaf felt that this will not resolve the problem.

He noted that, because of safety concerns, he had to perform several repairs himself after the project was complete. Haaf invited Board members to visit the site to view the issues firsthand.

Consent Agenda item #7 was “pulled” for further discussion. Peschl/Buerkle unanimous to approve the remaining Consent Agenda: 1) approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of March 19, 2019 as written; 2) accept and file Committee of the Whole Minutes of March 18, 2019 as written; 3) accept and file Management Team Meeting Minutes of February 13, 2019 as written; 4) accept and file Administrator’s Report/ Monthly Financial Report as presented; 5) approve 20192020 County Combination On-Sale & Sunday Sale Liquor License renewal for GCR Properties LLC dba Granite City Speedway Restaurant, 2540 Golden Spike Road NE, Sauk Rapids, and authorize the Chair to sign; 6) approve 2019-2020 County Combination On-Sale, Off-Sale & Sunday Sale Liquor License renewal for Curley’s Corner LLC dba Curley’s Corner, 16523 – 165th Street NE, Foley, and authorize the Chair to sign; 8) approve contract with Marco for printers, printer supplies, and support services, and authorize the Chair to sign; 9) approve contract renewal with ReCollect for web and mobile services pertaining to waste collection, and authorize the Chair to sign; and 10) approve construction contract for CP 005-2019BO, seasonal bituminous overlay, with Knife River Corporation-North Central Division, and authorize the Chair to sign. Heinen asked for further clarification regarding Consent Agenda item #7—contract with CentraCare for jail medical services. Sheriff Troy Heck explained that, in May of 2017, Benton County entered into a contract with CentraCare for jail medical services; this partnership was intended to not just treat the symptoms of the individuals in the jail, but to actually seek solutions intended to find better ways to manage their health, i.e. mental health issues. Heck explained that CentraCare has indicated that the compensation level used at the beginning of the contract has proved inadequate to cover their costs; they have requested an increase in their compensation for 2019 from $117,420 annually to $130,000 annually.

He stated his belief that the amount budgeted for jail medical services in the 2019 budget will be sufficient to pay for the increase; at $130,000 annually, Benton County is receiving jail medical services at a significant savings compared to the rates of other jail medical providers. In response to Commissioner Heinen’s question, Heck stated that the Sheriff’s Department attempts to recoup jail medical costs as best they are able.

Heinen/Buerkle unanimous to approve the contract with CentraCare for jail medical services, and authorize the Chair to sign.

Sheriff Heck reported that April 14-20, 2019, has been designated as National Telecommunicator’s Week; this designation honors the men and women of our nation’s dispatch centers who are the first point of contact for people seeking help from fire, EMS, or law enforcement. He pointed out that the public safety dispatchers in Benton County, and all over this country, perform a difficult job that requires them to be ready to handle anyone on their worst day in a calm and professional manner; they are truly a “key link” in the chain of public safety. Buerkle/Heinen unanimous to approve a proclamation designating the week of April 14-20, 2019, as National Public Safety Telecommunicator’s Week, recognizing the men and women of the Benton County Dispatch Center, and authorize the Chair to sign the proclamation.

Sheriff Heck explained that, in the fall of 2018, a candidate passed the background investigation for a full-time Detention Officer and was given a conditional job offer contingent upon successful completion of psychological and physical examinations; before this candidate could complete the process, he was deployed to active military duty. Heck stated that because this candidate was extended a conditional job offer, the county is obligated to hold this open position until he returns from

active military duty— likely sometime between November 2019 and February 2020. Heck noted that holding open this position for upwards of ten months will put an undue strain on jail staff; he proposes that the County Board authorize the Sheriff’s Office to employ an additional full time Detention Officer while awaiting the return of this candidate. He clarified that once the deployed candidate returns from military duty, this full-time position would be abolished; the candidate filling this new temporary position would be so advised, but would likely fill a future vacant permanent Detention Officer position. Popp/Heinen unanimous to authorize the Sheriff’s Office to hire one additional full-time Detention Officer while awaiting the return of a candidate from military duty.

Roxanne Achman, Department of Development Director, reported that Geronimo Energy is proposing a utility-scale (100MW) solar-energy project on approximately 800 acres of land in Langola Township, west of Highway 10. She indicated that projects of this scale are permitted through the MN Public Utilities Commission rather than through the County Planning Commission; the types of permits that will be pulled from the County include building permits, rightof-way permits, driveway permits and road use agreements, if necessary. Achman stated that Geronimo has sent notices to parties who may have interest in the development, or may be affected by it, i.e. neighboring properties, MNDOT, Langola Township, Mayors of Rice and Royalton, BNSF, Sauk Rapids and Royalton School District Superintendents, Rice Economic Development Commission and Benton Economic Partnership. She pointed out that the project is expected to bring in about $5.5 million over 25 years ($220,000 annually) in production taxes (over and above property tax); of that amount, Benton County would see about $4.4 million over 25 years ($176,000 annually). Achman stated that the townships/ cities would see about $1.1 million over 25 years ($44,000 annually); an education fund would be set up to receive about $20,000 annually ($400,000 over 20 years). She explained that Geronimo anticipates submitting the application to the State in May/June 2019, with an anticipated construction start date in spring 2020 and completion by the end of 2020. Achman clarified that the sale of the property is not expected to affect surrounding land values, according to Land Services Director, Mike Harvey; an open house event to learn about this proposed solar project will take place on April 4th at the Old Creamery Café in Rice. Board members asked several questions—1) Will the Sheriff’s Department or Fire Departments be affected by the services this project may require? 2) How much land has been used by solar farms across the State and how does Benton County compare to the other counties?

3) Is there any data to show how much electric rates have been affected by the arrival of solar facilities? Heinen raised the issue of screening of the property, stating “...that’s going to be a huge area...it’s wide open right now...I’m a believer in screening...even our smaller ones...” Popp commented “...we grow corn and beans at such a rapid rate...we just can’t get a handle on production...I think we need to take more of this high production land and have it for solar because farmers are struggling now for a profitable price...” Buerkle commented “...then it’s in conflict with our ordinance...our ordinance states to preserve and protect ag land...” Achman pointed out that the ordinance also encourages use of renewable energy.

Peschl pointed out that many of the solar facilities are located on sub-marginal land. Bauerly spoke in favor of “diversifying income streams” in the county, noting that some land owners are looking at solar farms as their retirement income and renewable energy is a growing industry across the country. Achman will be in contact with Geronimo Energy and pass along Commissioner Heinen’s comments with regard to screening of the solar site.

Bob Cornelius, Human Services Director, explained that, in May of 1988, Stearns and Benton Counties entered into a Joint Powers Agreement to form the Stearns-Benton Multidisciplinary Child Protection Team (SBMCPT); the purpose of the team has been to provide public and professional education and develop resources for prevention, intervention and treatment to social workers regionally. Cornelius stated that it recently came to his attention that the legal requirements for Joint Powers Agreements have changed significantly since 1988; as a result, his agency is recommending an amendment to this agreement. He referenced the recommendation of the County Attorney’s Office that the Board of the SBMCPT acquire an insurance policy. Buerkle/Heinen unanimous to approve the amended Joint Powers Agreement for the Stearns-Benton Multidisciplinary Child Protection Team, and authorize the Chair to sign.

The Regular County Board meeting was recessed at 9:37 AM to conduct a Human Services Board meeting.

The Regular County Board meeting was reconvened at 9:40 AM. Chris Byrd, County Engineer, informed the Board that Knife River was the lowest responsible bidder for the County Road 78 Reconstruction Project; their bid was 12.5% under

the Engineer’s Estimate. Byrd noted that the bid includes Morrison County’s portion of the project; Benton County’s portion of the project is $3,731,089.80 (about $750,000 per mile). He also noted that $450,000 of bridge replacement is included in the project. Heinen inquired about the timeline for receiving reimbursement from Morrison County. Byrd stated “...we do not have a hard agreement with Morrison County...it’s a “handshake agreement” between me and that County Engineer...” Heinen commented “...officially, we should enter into a contract with them for their reimbursement instead of just a handshake...” There was consensus of the Board that Byrd develop a “simple, mutually-agreeable” contract with Morrison County with signatures. Popp/Peschl unanimous to approve the bids and award a construction contract to Knife River, North Central Division, for CP 005-078-005, County Road 78 Reconstruction, on the condition that Morrison County concurs with the bid results, and contingent upon Morrison and Benton Counties entering into a written contract outlining each county’s cost responsibility.

Byrd reported that, at their March 15th Board meeting, AMC approved resolution language for all counties to consider; AMC would like to see all 87 counties adopt this resolution to show unanimous support for increased transportation funding. Byrd noted that this resolution is a tool to use to communicate with legislators showing statewide support for a comprehensive transportation package this session; to be sensitive to all points of view, the resolution language does not support a specific proposal, rather it supports increased transportation funding in general. Byrd referenced language in the resolution “...Minnesota Counties maintain...over 30% of the state’s roadways...total annual need is $1.084 billion over the next 25 years just to maintain the current CSAH and county road system, not including expansion...increased funding for Minnesota’s Highway User Tax Distribution Fund would provide additional, stable funds for MnDOT, all 87 counties, all cities with a population of 5,000 or more, and townships across the state...” Following brief discussion, Popp/Heinen unanimous to adopt Resolution 2019-#8, a Resolution of Support for Increased Transportation Funding, and authorize the Chair to sign.

Chair Bauerly reported on a recent Highway 23 Coalition meeting that he and County Engineer Byrd attended, including accident data along the Highway 23 corridor—in a year and a half, there were 21 serious accidents with injuries or fatalities in Benton County (132 across the entire corridor).

Board members briefly discussed MnDOT’s plans to construct a reduced conflict intersection at the intersection of CSAH 8 and Highway 23.

Engineer Byrd provided an update on staffing in the Public Works department. He shared several possible avenues to explore in order to compete with the private sector in hiring engineering technicians and also spoke of his desire to develop a mentoring program for new technician hires.

Board members reported on recent meetings they attended on behalf of the county.

Under Commissioner Concerns, Peschl referenced Tom Haaf’s appearance under today’s Open Forum. Noting Haaf’s concerns with drainage/erosion on his property as a result of the CSAH 3 “Up the Hill” project, County Engineer, Chris Byrd, commented “...I suggested letting the grass grow taller... to have time to establish a root structure...from a contractual perspective...our contractor has met all their obligations...I don’t think it’s a design problem...we did new ADA ramps and tied in our trail to the existing sidewalk, but we did not go chase that sidewalk down the street until we got to a good condition (not part of the county’s contract)...” Heinen commented “...with the turf being cut up by the blades from the city (Sauk Rapids) employees...you can’t avoid it...that’s a city issue and they do take care of that...” There was Board consensus that the County Engineer work with the City Public Works Director to attempt to resolve Mr. Haaf’s concerns.

Under Commissioner Concerns, Popp led discussion on possible financial assistance from the county for a part-time administrative support person for the Benton Economic Partnership (BEP) Executive Director. Buerkle suggested that the BEP Board of Directors come before the County Board of Commissioners with such a request. Board members were generally receptive to the idea of assisting financially; more discussion will occur at the next meeting of the BEP Board.

Popp/Peschl unanimous to set Committees of the Whole: April 11, Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation 8-Year Anniversary Gala; April 15, Discussion with New Class and Comp Provider, David Drown & Associates.

Heinen/Peschl unanimous to adjourn at 10:38 AM. A. Jake Bauerly, Chair Benton County Board of Commissioners ATTEST: Montgomery Headley Benton County Administrator R-16-1B

Benton County Highway Department CLOSING DATE: April 26, 2019 Foley, Minnesota CR 55 HIR & Seal Coat

TYPE OF WORK: Hot In Place Recycling and Seal Coat The major items of work are approximately: 69,850 SQ YD, Hot In Place Recycling of Bituminous Material 69,850 SQ YD, Bituminous Seal Coat 24,450 GAL, Bituminous Material for Seal Coat Proposal, Plans and Specifications may be examined and obtained for $20.00 at the Benton County Highway Engineers Office, PO Box 247, 7752 Highway 25 NE Foley, MN 56329; located along TH 25, 1 mile north of TH 23 in the City of Foley. Proposal, Plans and Specifications may also be downloaded at https://egram.co.benton.mn.us for $0.00.

Bids must be sealed, identified on the envelope and accompanied by a Certified Check or a Bidder’s Bond in the amount of 5% of the bid and made payable to the Treasurer of Benton County.

The County reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any irregularities and further reserve the right to award the contract to serve the best interest of Benton County.

Dated at Foley, Minnesota on March 29, 2019.

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Swine Slaughter Inspection System for market hog It is not supposed to be a USDA priority. FSIS facilities along with separate mandatory testing does not have the authority to regulate issues related requirements for all swine establishments. to establishment worker safety. It is the jurisdiction The Washington Post published a story April 3 of the Department of Labor Occupational Safety titled, “Pork industry soon will have more power and Health Administration. over meat inspections” which the USDA said is This is only a sampling of the Post false claims, a reprint of the talking points of special interest and the Washington Post story is another example groups. of people who have no idea of how agriculture The Post article claims the number of federal operates picking specific statements (often out of inspectors was cut by about 40% and replaced with context) and presenting them as factual. plant employees.

There are a lot of good journalists out there, According to FSIS, they are not reducing the but when it comes to farming and the agriculture total number of federal inspectors by 40%, and industry, some of these people need to get a little they are not replacing inspection personnel with manure on their shoes. plant employees to conduct inspections. What … just sayin’. is true is that if the proposed rules become final, the responsibility for identifying diseased and contaminated pork would be shared with plant employees.

The Post story also claims, “The new pork inspection system would accelerate the federal government’s move toward delegating inspections to the livestock industry.”

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Spring termination does have its benefits as there is potential for a late May harvest prior to termination and can provide soil cover to help prevent erosion.

Termination of alfalfa using herbicides is typically done using 2, 4-D, dicamba and glyphosate. Check the label of the alfalfa variety that was planted for glyphosate resistant traits. If you planted glyphosate resistant alfalfa, glyphosate application will not help with termination. Also, make sure to follow the herbicide label’s plant back restrictions on whatever crop you are planting following termination.

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