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Senior Grace Balut is in the middle of a tough shot. Rush City were especially tough on defense all night long in their 61-49 win over the Jags. Balut will make this shot and the free throw that went with it for the three point play.

Where can I get the COVID-19 vaccine?

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Options continue to open up to Pine County residents eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

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Better broadband program kicks off in Pine County

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Government officials, business leaders, and local res-idents are coming together with the goal of improving broadband in Pine County.

Pine County has announced that the Blandin Founda-tion has chosen Pine County to participate in a 15-week program for a community team to study the broadband problem and learn the pros and cons of possible solutions.

Pine County is ranked 84th out of 87 counties in the state for broadband speed and access according to a Blandin Foundation report – better than only Yellow Medicine, Redwood and Kanabec counties.

“Much of Pine County is served by one large national provider,” the report states. “That may be a bottleneck to better access in those areas, because ... lack of competition can impact the drive for improvement.”

The Pine County Board of Commissioners has made broadband one of its top priorities for 2021. Pine County Administrator David Minke pointed out that the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the disparity in broadband cov-erage and left many in the community without a reliable way to attend school remotely, work from home, or partici-pate in their community.

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The Hinckley-Finlayson Lady Jaguars’ week began with a home-and-home series against Ogilvie. Monday, March 8 they hosted the Lions and got off to a good start in

the first half, holding their leading scorer to zero points in the half and having a lead as big as eight points as they took a 29-27 advantage to the break. In the second half it seemed like the Lions couldn’t miss as they made seven three-point baskets. The Jaguars were un-

able to hold back thier second chance opportunities and the Lions took the victory, 73-63.

Scoring for the Jags: Grace Balut 16, Hallie Rootkie 13, Rylie Kreger 10, Makayla Am-merman 9, Bella Brant and

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community members joined the meeting, and State Rep. Nathan Nelson and State Senator Jason Rarick offered their comments and support for better broadband in Pine County.

Nineteen community members have signed up for the group, including county, Mille Lacs Band, city and township officials, school staff, business leaders, media and residents.

More information can be found at the county webpage on the project: https://www.co.pine.mn.us/govern-ment/board_of_commissioners/pine_county_community_broad-band_initiative.php

The group hopes to have a final report for the program available by July 2021.

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Olivia Hoppe 6, Joey Hopkins 3.Assists, Ammerman and Balut 3;

Rebounds, Rootkie 14; Steals, Balut and Kreger 2; Blocks, Ammerman, Balut, Hoppe, and Rootkie 1.

On Tuesday, March 9 the Jags took to the road to play the Lions again, this time in Ogilvie with an afternoon start time of 3 p.m. due to election night in Ogilvie. This game was almost a car-bon copy of Monday’s game as the Jags got out to an early lead in the game, but the Lions were able to execute well in transition and took 36-28 lead at half-time. The Jaguars played well in the second half, cutting the lead down to five at one point, but foul trouble for the Jags and timely free throw shooting for the Lions gave them the win, 65-53.

Scoring for the Jags: Rootkie 16, Balut 13, Ammerman 11, Kreger 9, Brant and Hoppe 2.

Assists, Ammerman and Balut 6; Rebounds, Rootkie 15; Steals, Brant 3; Blocks, Hoppe and Rootkie 2.

Thursday, March 11 the Jags hosted Rush City in a game originally sched-ule to be played in Rush City, but gym conflicts allowed the Jags to have a season finale home game. They played excellent defense in the first half and

rebounded well as a team to take a 29-25 halftime lead. However, we couldn’t handle the Tigers second half shooting as they scored 37 points in the final 18 minutes to take the win, 62-49.

Scoring for the Jags: Rootkie 19, Balut 12, Ammerman 10, Hoppe 4, Kreger 3, Jezzalyn Ringler 1.

Assists, Ammerman and Kreger 2; Rebounds, Rootkie 13; Steals, Ammer-man and Balut 3; Blocks, Rootkie 4.

The Lady Jags finished the regular season with an 8-10 overall record and a 6-8 Great River Conference record (5th in GRC), and a 6-5 record in Section 5A play. The Jags have earned the #4 seed for section playoffs and will host the 5th seed Onamia Panthers on Wednes-day night. They split the season series against the Panthers this year and are looking forward to meeting them again in the playoffs. The Semi-Finals would be on Friday, site and time to be determined.

JV UPDATEMonday, 3/8-vs. Ogilvie, L 58-51.Tuesday, 3/9-at Ogilvie, L 57-50.Thursday, 3/11-vs. Rush City, L 34-32.The JV Jags finished their season

with a 10-7 overall record, 9-5 in GRC play. JV players for the 2021 season; Junior-Olivia Hoppe; Sophomores-Joey

Hopkins, Gracie Olson, and Corrina Tvedt; Freshmen-Bella Bennett, Anna Degerstrom, Jovi Fahey, Brekyn Han-son, Hannah Hartl, Reese Hartl, and Sydney Kreger.

C-TEAM UPDATEThursday, 3/11-vs. Rush City, L 26-18.The C-team finished their season

with an overall record of 4-6 and a GRC record of 4-3. C-team players for the 2021 season; Sophomore-Kaytlyn Car-ter; Freshmen-Bella Bennett, Gabby Brigan, Ava Cessna, Hannah Hartl, Ella Hoppe, Ali Martin, Jerricka Ring-ler; 8th Grader-Lauren Thom.

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Proud to sponsor and salute our local churchesBible Baptist Church of Hinckley209 Old Highway 61 NHinckley, 320-384-7879Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School, 11 a.m. service, Thursday: 7 p.m. prayer and song service.Matthew Moris, Pastor

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day SaintsAskov, Larry Johnsen Branch PresidentEQ, RS, YM, YW & Primary 9:30-10:20 a.m., Sunday School 10:30-11:10, Sacrament meeting, 11:20-12:30, in the chapel

Clover Community Church15 miles east on Highway 48, next to St. Croix Park entrance,320-384-6639.Sunday: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School, 10:45 a.m. Worship.

Community Worship Center114 Minnesota StreetSandstone, 320-245-2464On-line live stream on Sunday at 10:30 am Facebook address: community worship center or / www.cwcfamily.com

Danforth Community ChapelPastor Peter Dobson 320-245-2813 57092 Wolf Creek Rd, Bruno Facebook Danforth Community chapelSunday: 9:45 a.m. Sunday School, 11 a.m. service.Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible study.

Emmanuel Lutheran16726 Grindstone Lake Road, Dell Grove 320-245-2449Rev. Kimberly SturtzSunday: 10:45 a.m. Worship. 10 a.m. Sunday School (Communion every Sunday) Fellowship coffee prior to worship.

Evangelical Free Church Hinckley 320-384-6387Pastor Vic ElfstrumSunday: 8:45 Prayer ServiceSunday School 9:30 a.m.10:30 WorshipWednesday: 5:50 p.m. AWANA, Thursday: 6 p.m. Men’s Group

Evangelical Free ChurchSandstone, Pastor Chris Cundiff 320-245-2459Sunday: 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. wor-ship, 9 a.m. Education hour. Wednesday: Awana, ages 3 yo to 6th grade. 6-7:30 p.m.

Faith Baptist Church and Academy601 2nd Street SE, Hinckley, 320-384-6312, Reed Owens, Pastor, 384-6274. Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Sunday School, 11 a.m. worship, 6 p.m. worship. Wednesday: 6 p.m. Midweek Prayer service Thursday: 1:45p.m. (Oct.-Apr.) Release Time

Finlayson United Methodist ChurchFinlayson, 2197 Hwy. 18,Pastor Penny Bonsell, 320-216-7169Sunday: 8:30 a.m. worship (Communion first Sunday, Coffee fellowship following) Youth group meetings: Contact pastor for schedule.

First Lutheran ChurchRev. Brenda Wicklund,301 Lawler Ave. So., Hinckley 384-6393 [email protected]: 8:30 a.m. coffee fellow-ship, 9:30 a.m. Sunday School (Sept. May), 9:30 a.m. Worship with Communion.Wednesday: 5 p.m. Confirmation, Faith in Action, 7 p.m. Worship with Communion.Community Meal second Tuesday of month, 5-6:30 pm, (except Nov.)Visit us on the WEB and FB.

First Presbyterian ChurchHinckley, Pastor Kevin Carr, 1813 Fire Monument Rd., Hinckley, 384-6440www.firestpreshinckley.orgSunday: 8:45 a.m. Sunday School, 10 a.m. worship service, 11:15 a.m. coffee fellowship.Thursday (Oct. April): 1:45 p.m. release time, 6 p.m. Dinner for a Dollar, 6:30 p.m. youth fellowship, Covenant Kids, adult Bible, 7:30 p.m. choir practice.(June August): 6:30 p.m. Southern Gospel concerts

Grace Lutheran Church339 Division St., Sandstone, 320-245-2449Rev. Kimberly SturtzSunday: 9 a.m. Worship/Sunday School (Communion every Sunday); 10 a.m. Fellowship coffee Tuesday: 9 a.m. Bible Study and coffee Wednesday: 6 p.m. Family Church Night light supper; 6:30 p.m. con-firmation and church school

House of Hope Community Church105 N. Blair Ave., HinckleyPastor Cory Carlson, 320-384-0696Sunday: 10 a.m. worship

Living Grace ChurchCloverdale Senior Center38736 Cloverdale Rd., Hinckley 320-279-7528Lead Teaching Pastor: Tony LeTourneauSunday Service at 10 a.m.

Peace Lutheran Church2177 Hwy. 18, Finlayson Pastor Philip Hoppe320-384-6646Sunday Services: 9 a.m.Sunday School and Bible Study: Sept. May 10:15 a.m.

River of HealingMeets at 10:30 a.m. Sundays at Hinckley American Legion Hall. Pastors Duane and Susan Olson, 218-343-2799

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church 114 Elm Ave., Moose Lake218-485-4517Sunday: 10 a.m. Worship

St. John’s Lutheran Church Kroschel,Pastor Tim SchillerChurch 320-384-6884Parsonage 320-384-9968Sunday: 9 a.m. worship (Holy Communion 2nd and 4th Sundays)Sunday School 10 a.m.Tuesday: 9 a.m. quiltingConfirmation Wed. 6-7:30 p.m., Wings Group Wed. 6-7:30 p.m., LWML third Thurs., 1:30 p.m.

St. John’s Free Lutheran Church6461 Finlayson Road,PO Box 175Finlayson, MN 55735Pastor Gary ZikanPhone: 320-233-6462Sunday Worship: 10 a.m.Sunday School: 10:20 a.m.children released during serviceCommunion: First Sunday of the Month

St. Patrick’s ChurchHinckley, Fr. Joseph Sirba, PastorSaturday: Confessions 4 to 4:45 p.m. , Mass 5 p.m.Sunday Confessions 8 to 8:20 a.m. Mass 8:30 a.m., Religious educa-tion classes for pre-school 6th grade, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.Wednesday: Religious education classes for grades 7-12, 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Daily Mass Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 8:30 a.m., Friday 6:30 p.m.

St. Luke’s Church, SandstoneHinckley, Fr. Joseph Sirba, PastorSunday Mass 10:30 a.m.

St. Paul Lutheran ChurchOn Hwy 18, five blocks west of Hwy 61 and downtown Hinckley, 405 2nd St. NW320-384-6267email: [email protected]: Mike MetzlerSunday: 9 a.m. worship, 10 a.m. fellowship, Sunday School. Communion 2nd, 4th and 5th SundaysLittle Lambs pre-school - Tuesday & Thursday morningsWednesday: 10 a.m. Bible Study (Sept. - May)Germanfest, second weekend in October

The Cross Church206 Main Ave, SandstonePastor Darren Sedler, 612-751-3291Sunday: 10:30 a.m. worshipWednesday 6 p.m. Supper & Bible study

Seventh-day AdventistHinckley, Jude Senatus320-384-6167Saturday: 9:30 a.m. Bible study, 11 a.m. worshipRadio Station 96.3 FMVisitors welcome.

Trinity Lutheran Church LCMSBox 656 Commercial Avenue, Sandstone, Pastor Richard Langhorst, 218-273-6248Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Worship

United Church of Christ210 Commercial Avenue, P. O. Box 642, Sandstone, Pastor Penny BonsellSunday 11:15 a.m. worship followed by coffee fellowship. (Communion is the first Sunday of the month)

Zion Lutheran Church38523 State Highway #48, Cloverdale320-384-0096Sunday 9 a.m. WorshipCommunion 1st & 3rd Sunday, wor-ship 2nd & 4th SundaysSunday School 1st & 3rd Sundays 10:15-11:45 a.m.10 a.m. Coffee Fellowship 2nd & 4th SundaysAdult Bible study Wednesdays @ 3 p.m. W/ELCA 5:30 p.m. 2nd Tuesday.Council 3rd Wednesday @ 7 p.m.

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God made them differently-abled, not disabledAt the turn of the century, my

mother-in-law had both of her legs removed below the knees.

And because she was a larger lady, she struggled to keep on the prosthetic legs. She loved the Lord and enjoyed shar-ing her story with anyone who wanted to know what happened. One Sunday morning, she gave her

testimony at the church where I was pastoring in Maryland. I remember her joy and peace as she said, “God took my legs so I could have wheels.” She is now with the Lord and dancing

with Jesus.There are so many who

suffer from birth defects or loss of mobility due to some sickness or other. And it can be easy to hurt for them. But I want to show you a better way. Don’t think of people as “dis-abled.” Instead, think of them as “differently-abled.” I know of a woman who had her hand amputated and she was given a robotic hand. She loves to tell the story of how she can flip hamburgers on the grill with-out a spatula. She just picks it up and turns it over.

I don’t want to discount the pain of people, but I want us to get God’s perspective on suffer-ing. God called Moses to return to Egypt and confront Pharaoh so that he would let God’s people go. But he was not exactly excited about the opportunity. He gave several excuses, all of which

were lame. He said, “I’m not qualified” (Ex. 3:11-12). He said, “I don’t know enough” (Ex. 3:13-22). He said, “No one will listen to me” (Ex. 4:1-9). And then he said, “I don’t have the ability” (Ex. 4:10-12). Moses said, “I am slow of speech, and of a slow tongue” (v. 10). But listen to what God said in Exodus 4:11-12, “Who has made man’s mouth? Or who makes the dumb, or deaf, or the seeing, or the blind? Have not I the LORD? Now therefore go, and I will be with your mouth, and teach you what you shall say.”

God is able to use every one of us just the way He made us for His glory. In John 9:1-3 we read, “And as Jesus passed by, he saw a man which was blind from his birth. And his disciples asked him, saying, ‘Master, who did sin, this man, or his parents, that he was born blind?’ Jesus

answered, ‘Neither has this man sinned, nor his parents: but that the works of God should be made manifest in him.’” God used this blind man to help others see. And God wants to use each of us to point people to Him.

The apostle Paul was given tremendous revelations. And these could have hindered Paul’s ministry through the sin of pride. We read in 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, “And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abun-dance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure. For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me. And He said unto me, ‘My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness.’ Most gladly

therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. Therefore, I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ’s sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.”

We each need to have God’s perspective on suffering. God is in charge of our DNA. He is sovereign over our suffering. He can use each of us to His glory to tell His story. And whatever comes our way, we can rejoice that His grace is sufficient and there is purpose in the pain. May the Lord give you eyes to see those around you who feel discounted by their disabilities. Let them know that God has made them “differently-abled.”

PETER DOBSON is the pastor at Danforth Community Chapel in Bruno, Minn.

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Sunshine Week coinciden-tally comes on the heels of the Minnesota Newspaper Association’s annual Better Newspaper Contest – a recog-nition of the best work among our state’s newspapers from features and public affairs re-porting to photos and commu-nity service projects, spanning news and advertising content.

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The sparkling examples of newspaper excellence criss-cross our state.

The Timberjay in Tower, Pelican Rapids Press, Duluth News Tribune and Albert Lea Tribune were among news-papers recognized for their editorial pages.

Honorees for sports report-ing included the Jackson County Pilot, Detroit Lakes Tribune, Minnetonka/Hop-kins/Excelsior Sun Sailor and Bemidji Pioneer.

Those recognized for overall use of photography included the Forest Lake Times, Echo Press of Alexandria and the Minneapolis Northeaster.

The list goes on.COVID-19 certainly has

changed the landscape of our nation’s economy and employ-ment. Many businesses have pivoted and adjusted their models – and remain a force. It’s a credit to their entrepre-neurial spirit and acumen.

Count newspapers among the success stories. Newspa-pers, as our premier clearing-houses of information, have been challenged throughout history – first by radio, then by television, and then by the Internet and the digital age. They have evolved and emerged stronger. Newspapers are persevering through the pandemic as well.

It’s difficult to find a product or service that is welcomed into more households and has greater impact on our every-day lives in work and leisure. Consider that 2,941 of the 3,141 U.S. counties are covered with a local newspaper. What other industry can boast nearly 94 percent penetration in the national marketplace.

What drives the connection with readers?

Newspapers inform: Trained journalists know how to flesh out information not readily volunteered or available to citizens, delivering facts that frame decisions in the public

and private sectors that affect people’s everyday lives.

Newspapers entertain: Reports of hometown sports in stories and photos are wel-comed even more during these days of spectator restrictions.

Newspapers embody trust: Study after study shows that consumers place the greatest confidence in newspaper ads.

Newspapers stimulate conversation: Editorial pages push readers beyond their comfort zones, laying the foundation for a rich exchange of opinions.

Newspapers dominate their markets: Newspapers connect with readers of all demo-graphics through a variety of platforms from print publica-tions to the web and digital channels.

Sunshine Week is a great reminder that energized news-papers are at the foundation of energized communities.

JIM PUMARLO is a member of the Minnesota Newspaper Association. He is a former editor of the Red Wing Republican Eagle and former board member of the Minnesota News Media Institute. He can be reached at [email protected].

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Arley J. KendallJanuary 15, 1930 - March 7, 2021Arley James Kendall, 91, of

Hinckley passed away on March 7, 2021 at Golden Horizons Nursing Home in Sand-stone. Arley resided at his home in Hinckley until two months ago after a broken

hip brought him to a nursing home for rehabilitation.

He was the son of Arley & Matil-da “Tillie” (Campbell) Kendall born to them on January 15, 1930.

He married Loretta Gruett on June 17, 1950 and they had four children. Arley worked on the family farm for years and worked at Hopkins Sand & Gravel for 28 years until he retired. In his spare time, he enjoyed collecting agates, wood working, welding creations, restoring tractors, driving his trac-tors and GMC truck in parades, loving on his German shepherds, four-wheeling with family and his buddies in the “Over the Hill Gang”. Arley was known for his

outgoing personality, wit and teasing.

Arley was preceded in death by his parents, his son Scott and granddaughter Angela Kendall.

He is survived by his wife Lo-retta of 70 years. Children Brian (Mary) Kendall of Rush City, Kim (Gloria) Kendall of Hinckley, Ginger (Brian) Leach of Askov. Sister, Shirley Mooney of St. Louis Park. Nine Grandchildren, Sandy Kendall, Stephanie Dahl, Heath-er Hoops, Josh Kendall, Kristy Bieder, Anita Kendall, Casey Nilsson, Kelly Jo Leach, Terron “Eddie” Roberts. Seventeen great grandchildren, Abigail Kipka, Mackenzie Bieder, Carter Kipka, Vinny Keys, Brielle Nilsson, Niko Keys, Hannah Quam, Weston Nils-son, Maverick Bieder, Jaxie Dahl, Cashton Dahl, Tatum Keys, Brooke Quam, Stetson Bieder, Bricker Dahl, Maci Roberts & Tristan Roberts.

Grandpa’s are there to help chil-dren get into the mischief that they haven’t thought of yet.

A private family service was held with Pastor Brenda Wicklund officiating, casketbearers were; Josh Kendall, Josh Dahl, Chris Bieder, Collin Quam, Rick Keys, Terron Roberts, Mike Hoops and Matt Nillson.

Arrangements by Tatting Methven Funeral and Cremation Services, Hinckley, Minnesota

Beverly J. TewAugust 31, 1923 - March 11, 2021

Beverly J. Tew, passed away March 11, 2021 at age 97 in the home of her Caregiver, Judy Patterson, Hinckley. She was born in

St. Paul, Minn. August 31, 1923 to Henry and Genevieve Ruch-ie; the second child of four and the only daugh-ter.

She met her future husband, David S. Tew of Hinckley, when he was attending the University of Minnesota

on the G.I. Bill after serving four years in the US Army during WWII. (She first saw him at a dance club dressed in his uniform and thinking he was so cute she stuck out her foot and tripped him as he walked by her table.) They were married in 1948 and moved to Hinckley in 1955 where Da-

vid started his 40 plus year teaching career with Hinckley ISD.

The couple had one daughter – Sharon

Marie – who was born in 1950 and gradu-ated from Hinckley in 1968 and the Uni-versity of MN, Duluth in 1972. In 1973 she married Tom Mullins of Hinckley and Silver Bay and they currently reside in Tyler Texas.

They have two children – Erin (born 1978) and Samuel (born 1988). Erin and her husband Michael Rodriquez live in Tyler TX and are parents to granddaughters Campbell (16) and Abbie (14). Sam lives in New York City.

Beverly enjoyed living in Hinckley and was most happy when she was hosting her family and friends during holidays, birth-days and other special occasions. She loved playing cribbage (she usually won); having lunch with her life-long buddies the “7 – Wonders”; playing the nickel slots at The Grand; watching the Minnesota Vikings and Twins (she was so proud of her auto-graphed photo of Joe Mauer); supervising adult swim nights at the high school pool with David and, of course, being an active member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.

Beverly’s family would like to give a very special thank you to Judy Patterson who provided loving and professional homecare to both Beverly and David (until he passed in May 2015) and became an important member of our family. We would also like to thank St. Croix Hospice for their timely and supportive home services over the past several years.

A graveside ceremony will be sched-uled at Rosehill Cemetery in Hinckley late spring under the supervision of Tatting-Methven Funeral & Cremation Services, Hinckley, Minnesota.

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NOTICES

HINCKLEY TOWNSHIP MEETING NOTICE

The Hinckley Township meet-ings will be the 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:00pm locat-ed at the American Legion 306 Lawler Ave N Hinckley until fur-ther notice. Published in the Hinckley News

on, March 18, 25, 2021

CALL FOR BIDSEQUIPMENT RENTAL

Sealed proposals will be RECEIVED until 10:00 a.m. April 5, 2021 by David Minke, Pine County Administrator at 635 Northridge Drive NW Pine City, MN on behalf of the Pine County Board of Commissioners for equipment rental proposals.EQUIPMENT RENTAL Bid includes, backhoe, scraper, dozer, dump trucks, trailers, motor graders, tractor/lowboy trailer, tractor/belly, dump trailer, haybale mulcher, compactors, rubber track skid steer, tree feller buncher, loaders, bituminous crushing, concrete crushing, bituminous paving, gravel crushing and winter maintenance sand.Specifications and proposals forms may be obtained upon request from the office of the Pine County Public Works, 45 Airport Road NE, Pine City, MN 55063. Telephone Number 320-216-4200 or Local Pine City 320-591-1733.The County Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any irregularities.By order of the Pine County Board of Commissioners, Pine County, Minnesota./s/ Mark A. LeBrunMark A. LeBrun, County Engineer

Pine County, MinnesotaPublished in the Hinckley News

March 11, 18, 25, 2021

SUMMARY OFMINUTES OF THE

PINE COUNTY BOARD MEETING

Regular MeetingTuesday, February 16, 2021

--10:00 a.m.North Pine Government

Center, Sandstone, Minnesota

Chair Steve Hallan called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.

Chair Hallan stated the Governor of the State of Minnesota has issued Executive Order 20-01

Declaring a Peacetime Emergency and Coordinating Minnesota’s Strategy to Protect

Minnesotans fromCOVID-19. On March 24,

2020, the Pine County Board of Commissioners declared a local emergency for Pine County.

Based on these conditions, the Chair of the Pine County Board of Commissioners has determined that the requirements of Minnesota Statute 13D.021, Subd. (1) have been met and it is not practical or prudent for all members of the county board to meet in person. Members of the county board will join the meeting remotely.

The public was invited to join the meeting remotely by phone, WebEx or watch via live stream on YouTube.

Commissioner Terry Lovgren and Commissioner Matt Ludwig were present in the meeting room.

Members present via electronic means were Chair Hallan, Commissioner Josh Mohr, and

Commissioner J.J. Waldhalm. Also present in the meeting room was County Administrator David

Minke and present via electronic means was County Attorney Reese Frederickson.

The Pledge of Allegiance was said.

Chair Hallan called for public comment. Ailene Croup stated opposition to entering into a Mutual Aid Agreement with the City of Minneapolis.

Motion by Commissioner Lovgren to adopt the amended Agenda. Second by Commissioner Mohr. A Roll Call vote was called by Chair Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to approve the Minutes of the February 2, 2021 county board meeting and Summary for publication. Second by Commissioner Lovgren. A Roll Call vote was called by Chair Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.

Minutes of Boards, Reports and Correspondence

None.Motion by Commissioner

Ludwig to approve the amended Consent Agenda. Second by Commissioner

Mohr. A Roll Call vote was called by Chair Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.

January, 2021 Cash BalanceFund January 31, 2020 January

31, 2021 Increase/DecreaseGeneral Fund 4,457,256

5,571,229 1,113,973Health and Human 824,733

2,114,575 1,289,842Services FundRoad and Bridge Fund

2,089,094 225,305 (1,863,789)COVID Relief 0 582,711

582,711Land Management Fund

2,473,617 2,346,709 (126,909)TOTAL (inc nonmajor funds)

10,728,457 12,130,764 1,402,307Approve the January 2021

disbursements and claims over $2,000.

Approve the 2020 gas tax distributions to townships.

Approve the cancellation of uncashed 2018 warrants.

Approve Resolution 2021-16

cancelling state contracts where 2020 annual payment and/or 2020 taxes have not been paid if the contracts and/or taxes remain unpaid 90 days after the service of notice of cancellation.

Approve the final payment to Knife River Corp. in the amount of $51,464.30 for Contract 1905 related to:

SAP 058-607-025, Located on CSAH 7, From I35 to CSAH 61.

Approve the amendment to the host county contract with TSA to include two additional services/rates—Professional Therapy, and Group Therapy and Education at $94.10 and $78.95/hour respectively.

Approve the hiring of the following:

i. Recycling Center Attendant, Peter Joseph, effective February 18, 2021, as part-time, nonunion, $15.28 per hour, grade 1, contingent upon completion of a successful background check.

ii. Adult Protection Social Worker, Angela Ripley, effective February 24, 2021, $25.06, grade 10, step 1.

iii. Full time Deputy Sheriff, Ryan Manley, effective March 1, 2021, $25.81 per hour, grade 10, step 1.

Approve the Application for Exempt Permit from the Pheasants Forever East Central Spurs to conduct Minnesota lawful gambling on April 10, 2021 at Wings North, 19379 Homestead Rd, Pine City, MN.

Land and Zoning Advisory Committee Report

Commissioner Lovgren stated the Land and Zoning Advisory Committee met on February 1, 2021. The Land and Zoning Advisory Committee made the following recommendations:

Land Auction/Sales and Land Fund

2021 proposed list of land auction parcels

i. Set the 2021 Land Auction for September 17, 2021

ii. Accept the proposed listing of parcels to be offered for sale

iii. Approve Resolution 2021-11, to classify the attached list of lands as nonconservation lands, allow the distribution of listing to local governments and Minnesota DNR for their review and option to purchase parcels prior to public auction.

Withdraw Previously Offered Parcels from the Public Land Sale List

Approve Resolution 2021-12, to allow Pine County to withdraw previously offered parcels from the public land sale list on July 9, 2021 and to reappraise and offer those parcels at the 2021 land auction.

Homestead Repurchase/Contract Reinstatement Deadline

Approve Resolution 2021-13, to establish that all application requests for repurchases and contract reinstatements must be submitted to the Auditor’s Office by July 27, 2021.

Set Asides (Land Fund)Approve Resolution 2021-15,

which sets aside:i. 5% of tax forfeit land sales

for blight to ensure continued funds to address blighted tax forfeit properties (unchanged from 2020);

ii. 5% of tax forfeit land and timber sales for timber development to ensure necessary improvements to tax forfeited land can be made for the management of timber on said lands (unchanged from 2020);

iii. 20% of tax forfeit land and timber sales for acquisition and/or maintenance of county parks and recreational areas (increased from 10% in 2020).

Motion by Commissioner Lovgren to set the 2021 land auction for September 17, 2021, accept the list of parcels being offered for sale, approve Resolution 2021-11/2021 Land Classification (non-conservation), Resolution 2021-12/Withdraw Previously Offered Land Auction, Resolution 2021-13/Homestead Property Repurchase and Contract Reinstatement Deadline, and Resolution 2021-15/Set Aside of Tax Forfeit/Timber Sale Revenues. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. A Roll Call vote was called by Chair Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.

Blight/DemolitionMotion by Commissioner

Lovgren to approve the proposed change to the Demolition and Clean-up Policy to include “II.6 Increases salability of property.” Second by Commissioner Ludwig. A Roll Call vote was called by Chair Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.

Personnel Committee ReportCommissioner Ludwig stated

the Personnel Committee met on February 8, 2021. The Personnel Committee made the following recommendations:

A. Sheriff’s Office - Correctionsi. Acknowledge the resignation

of Jail Systems Coordinator Ryan Thompson, effective February 6, 2021 and approve backfill of the position and any subsequent vacancies due to internal promotion or lateral transfer.

B. Sheriff’s Officei. Acknowledge the resignation

of Chief Deputy Sheriff Paul Widenstrom, effective May 21, 2021, and approve backfill of the position and any subsequent vacancies due to internal promotion or lateral transfer.

ii. Approve the filling of an open part-time deputy position as full-time in anticipation of the upcoming vacancy in the sheriff’s deputy group.

C. Auditor/Treasurer – Recorder’s Office

i. Approve updating the Recorder Clerk job descriptions with additional recording tasks, retitling the position as Recorder Specialist, reclassifying the position from Grade 4 to Grade 6 based on the SAFE System classification method.

D. Land Servicesi. Acknowledge the resignation

of part-time Recycling Attendant Brandon Borchardt, effective January 31, 2021, and approve backfill of the position and any subsequent vacancies due to

internal promotion or lateral transfer.Motion by Commissioner

Ludwig to approve the recommendations of the Personnel Committee. Second by Commissioner Mohr. A Roll Call Vote was called by Chair Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to approve Resolution 2021-14 adopting the 2021 Aquatic Invasive Species Plan and budget. Second by Commissioner Lovgren. A Roll Call vote was called by Chair Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Mohr to approve the Mutual Aid Agreement with the City of Minneapolis. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. A Roll Call vote was called by Chair Hallan.

Motion carried 4-0, Commissioner Waldhalm opposed.

Motion by Commissioner Lovgren to approval Local Road Improvement Program resolutions 2021-17 /Sandstone Township, Resolution 2021-18/Windemere Township, and Resolution 2021-19/City of Pine City. Second by Commissioner Mohr. A Roll Call vote was called by Chair Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Mohr to submit an application to the Blandin Community Broadband Resources (CBR): Accelerate program. Second by Commissioner Lovgren. A Roll Call vote was called by Chair Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Lovgren to approve the agreement with the Initiative Foundation to administer the business relief grant program with payment not to exceed $14,212.45. Second by Commissioner Mohr. A Roll Call vote was called by Chair Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.

Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to submit a letter of opposition to the Governor’s proposed cuts to the County Probation Office (CPO) delivery system, and to advocate for the State meeting its statutory obligation of 50% funding. Second by Commissioner Lovgren.

During further discussion, it was recommended that the motion be amended to include sending a letter in opposition to reducing funding for adult mental health.

Amended Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to submit a letter of opposition to the Governor’s proposed cuts to the County Probation Office (CPO) delivery system, and to advocate for the State meeting its statutory obligation of 50% funding, and a letter in opposition to reduction of funding for adult mental health. Second by Commissioner Lovgren. A Roll Call vote was called by Chair Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.

With no further business, Chair Hallan adjourned the meeting at 12:22 p.m. The next regular meeting of the county board is scheduled for Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at 10:00 a.m., North Pine Government Center, 1602 Hwy 23. No., Sandstone, Minnesota.

/s/ Stephen M. Hallan

Stephen M. Hallan, ChairBoard of Commissioners/s/ David J. MinkeDavid J. Minke, AdministratorClerk to County Board of

CommissionersThe full text of the board’s

Minutes are available at the County Administrator’s Office and the county’s website (www.co.pine.mn.us). Copies may also be requested from the administrator’s office.

Published in the Pine County Courier March 18, 2021

MINUTES OFPINE COUNTY BOARD

MEETINGSPECIAL MEETING

(Broadband)February 23, 2021 - 9:00 a.m.Via Video Conference Due to Pandemic

Chair Steve Hallan called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. Present via electronic means were Chair Steve Hallan, Commissioner Josh Mohr, Commissioner Terry Lovgren, Commissioner J.J. Waldhalm, and Commissioner Matt Ludwig. Also present via electronic means were County Attorney Reese Frederickson and County Administrator David Minke.

Others present included State Senator Jason Rarick, State Representative Nathan Nelson, representatives from Senator Klobuchar’s office, representative(s) from the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe and Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures, representatives from the Pine City, HinckleyFinlayson,

East Central, and Willow River school districts, Pine Technical and Community College, various city and township jurisdictions, business owners, and community members.

The pledge of allegiance was said.

Those present introduced themselves.

Chair Hallan welcomed the group.

Bill Coleman, Community Technology Advisory/Blandin Foundation presented broadband information, access and deployment models for the county.

County Administrator David Minke provided an overview of the CBR Accelerate! Program. The application is due Friday. Those who are interested should contact David.

With no other business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:28 a.m./s/ Steve HallanSteve HallanBoard of Commissioners/s/ David J. MinkeDavid J. MinkeClerk to County BoardJosh Mohr, Vice Chair

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December 2, 2019 and request backfill of the position and any sub-sequent vacancies that may occur due to internal promotion or lateral transfer. The position is a Grade 7 with a minimum starting wage of $20.74 (2020 wage).iii. Acknowledge the resignation of Corrections Officer Scott Lindahl, effective December 27, 2019 and request backfill of the position and any subsequent vacancies that may occur due to internal promotion or lateral transfer. The position is a Grade 7 with a minimum starting wage of $20.74 (2020 wage). Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 5-0.Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to approve recommendations of Per-sonnel Committee as follows: • Establish the 2020 Board Chair annual salary at $23,044 (unchanged from 2019)• Establish the 2020 Commissioner annual salary at $21,844 (un-changed from 2019)• Establish the 2020 Commissioner Per Diem Rate per meeting at $100 (unchanged from 2019)• Establish the Commissioner and Employee mileage reimbursement rate for 2020 to follow the federal IRS rate for business mileage.Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 5-0.Motion by Commissioner Hallan to approve the recommendations of the Personnel Committee as follows:• Establish the 2020 annual salary for County Attorney Reese Frederick-son at $123,702 (6% increase).• Establish the 2020 annual salary for County Sheriff Jeff Nelson at $113,950 (8% increase).Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 5-0.Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to approve the recommendations of the Personnel Committee as follows: • Approve the proposed 2020 Non-Union Salary Schedule which con-tains a 3% COLA increase.• Approve a 3% COLA for non-union, non-elected employees in good standing effective January 1, 2020.Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 5-0.Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to approve recommendation of Per-sonnel Committee as follows:• Approve the proposed 2020 county contributions towards health insur-ance premiums, HSA and VEBA contribution for non-union employees and elected officials (same as union contracts)Plan Options County ContributionPlan Type MonthlyCMM 1500 Single $750.00CMM 1500 Family $1,562.70VEBA Single $699.75VEBA Family $1,350.20H.S.A Single $729.50H.S.A Family $1,562.70H.S.A Access Single $680.00H.S.A Access Family $1,562.70H.S.A. High Value Single $657.50H.S.A. High Value Family $1,562.70Second by Commissioner Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to approve Resolution 2019-62 es-tablishing a $75 per diem for the Zoning Board (planning commissioner), HHS Advisory, Pine County Chemical Health Coalition, Extension Com-mittee, Library, Community Health Advisory, County HRA and Probation Advisory Committees for 2020. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 5-0. 2020 Pine County Property Tax Levy and BudgetCounty Administrator David Minke presented the 2020 Pine County property tax levy at $19,354,383 and the 2020 budget.

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Health & Human Services and Wellness in the Woods. Second by Com-missioner Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.Motion by Chair Mohr to approve an Addendum to Memorandum of Agreement between the University of Minnesota and Pine County for providing Extension programs locally and employing county Extension staff. Motion carried 5-0.Motion by Commissioner Hallan to approve Resolution 2019-60 approv-ing purchasing from Mohr Parts and Supplies Inc. for 2020. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 4-0 with Commissioners Hallan, Chaffee, Mikrot and Ludwig voting in favor. Chair Mohr abstained from voting.Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to schedule the January, 2020 Facili-ties Committee to January 8, 2020. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0.A Special Meeting/Committee of the Whole meeting for strategic plan-ning and discussion of goals and major projects is scheduled for January 30, 2020 at 9:00 a.m., in the Board Room, Pine County Courthouse, Pine City.Motion by Chair Mohr to approve the Collective Bargaining Agreement with correction officers/dispatchers for 2020-2021. Second by Commis-sioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0.With no further business, Chair Mohr adjourned the meeting at 11:38 a.m. The next regular meeting of the county board is scheduled for Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at the Pine County Courthouse, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, Minnesota.

Joshua Mohr, Chair Board of Commissioners David J. Minke, Administrator Clerk to County Board of CommissionersThe full text of the board’s Minutes are available at the County Admin-istrator’s Office and the county’s website (www.co.pine.mn.us). Copies may also be requested from the administrator’s office.

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December 2, 2019 and request backfill of the position and any sub-sequent vacancies that may occur due to internal promotion or lateral transfer. The position is a Grade 7 with a minimum starting wage of $20.74 (2020 wage).iii. Acknowledge the resignation of Corrections Officer Scott Lindahl, effective December 27, 2019 and request backfill of the position and any subsequent vacancies that may occur due to internal promotion or lateral transfer. The position is a Grade 7 with a minimum starting wage of $20.74 (2020 wage). Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 5-0.Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to approve recommendations of Per-sonnel Committee as follows: • Establish the 2020 Board Chair annual salary at $23,044 (unchanged from 2019)• Establish the 2020 Commissioner annual salary at $21,844 (un-changed from 2019)• Establish the 2020 Commissioner Per Diem Rate per meeting at $100 (unchanged from 2019)• Establish the Commissioner and Employee mileage reimbursement rate for 2020 to follow the federal IRS rate for business mileage.Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 5-0.Motion by Commissioner Hallan to approve the recommendations of the Personnel Committee as follows:• Establish the 2020 annual salary for County Attorney Reese Frederick-son at $123,702 (6% increase).• Establish the 2020 annual salary for County Sheriff Jeff Nelson at $113,950 (8% increase).Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 5-0.Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to approve the recommendations of the Personnel Committee as follows: • Approve the proposed 2020 Non-Union Salary Schedule which con-tains a 3% COLA increase.• Approve a 3% COLA for non-union, non-elected employees in good standing effective January 1, 2020.Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 5-0.Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to approve recommendation of Per-sonnel Committee as follows:• Approve the proposed 2020 county contributions towards health insur-ance premiums, HSA and VEBA contribution for non-union employees and elected officials (same as union contracts)Plan Options County ContributionPlan Type MonthlyCMM 1500 Single $750.00CMM 1500 Family $1,562.70VEBA Single $699.75VEBA Family $1,350.20H.S.A Single $729.50H.S.A Family $1,562.70H.S.A Access Single $680.00H.S.A Access Family $1,562.70H.S.A. High Value Single $657.50H.S.A. High Value Family $1,562.70Second by Commissioner Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to approve Resolution 2019-62 es-tablishing a $75 per diem for the Zoning Board (planning commissioner), HHS Advisory, Pine County Chemical Health Coalition, Extension Com-mittee, Library, Community Health Advisory, County HRA and Probation Advisory Committees for 2020. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 5-0. 2020 Pine County Property Tax Levy and BudgetCounty Administrator David Minke presented the 2020 Pine County property tax levy at $19,354,383 and the 2020 budget.

BUDGET SUMMARY 2020DEPT REVENUE # DEPARTMENT REVENUES 5 COUNTY BOARD 0 255,50213 COURT ADMINISTRATION 2,500 64,00020 LAW LIBRARY 29,000 29,00041 COUNTY AUDITOR-TREASURER 106,000 766,46461 MIS 15,000 784,48362 CENTRAL SERVICES 34,000 34,00063 TRUTH IN TAXATION 8,800 13,50072 COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR 500 469,77774 AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES PRO 123,930 123,93091 COUNTY ATTORNEY 140,089 1,077,95992 CONTRACTED ATTNYS/CONSULT 0 30,00093 VICTIM SERVICES 70,000 70,000101 COUNTY RECORDER 302,200 386,298105 COUNTY ASSESSOR 195,000 581,498107 PLANNING AND ZONING 186,545 253,827111 GOVT BUILDING OPERATIONS 251,140 844,098121 VETERANS SERVICES 14,000 159,747

201 COUNTY SHERIFF 1,278,450 4,504,676204 SHERIFF DISPATCH 0 838,964205 BOAT & WATER 6,425 6,425206 SNOWMOBILE GRANT 5,597 5,597208 ATV GRANT 6,919 6,919210 GUN PERMITS 45,448 45,448212 CANINE UNIT 10,000 10,000214 SANDSTONE RANGE TRAINING 2,000 2,000227 ENHANCE 911 106,641 106,641249 MEDICAL EXAMINER 0 62,000251 COUNTY JAIL 446,500 4,374,060253 COURT SECURITY 0 229,962255 PROBATION 318,749 973,980256 SENTENCE TO SERVE 0 83,386281 CIVIL DEFENSE 21,615 105,912392 SCORE RECYCLING 339,714 428,547501 ECR LIBRARY 0 339,861502 HISTORICAL SOCIETY 0 25,000601 SOIL /WATER CONSERVATION 19,049 78,388603 COUNTY EXTENTION 0 158,411604 AGRICULTURE SOCIETY 0 10,000605 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 1,700 0613 WATERSHED BOARD 0 9,968702 PINE COUNTY HOUSING AUTH. 0 4,500801 NON-DEPARTMENTAL 14,593,842 283,071813 MEED-CENTRAL MN INITIATIVE 0 7,450 TOTAL 18,681,353 18,645,249DEPT HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES REVENUES# 12-420 INCOME MAINTENANCE 3,233,709 3,233,70912-430 SOCIAL SERVICES 7,159,637 7,159,63712-440 CHILDRENS COLLABORATIVE 134,700 134,70012-481 NURSING 1,422,464 1,422,464 TOTAL 11,950,510 11,950,510 DEPT HIGHWAY REVENUES# DEPARTMENT 13-310 ADMINISTRATION 0 369,08813-320 ENGR/CONSTRUCTION 0 5,545,87213-330 EQUIPMENT 0 2,391,61813-340 REPAIR AND SHOP 0 1,909,89913-801 NON-DEPARTMENTAL 10,299,144 82,667 TOTAL 10,299,144 10,299,144DEPT RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT REVENUES# DEPARTMENT 22-703 LAND USE 891,648 881,64822-705 ROAD FUND GAS TAX 7,200 7,20022-707 TIMBER DEVELOPMENT 0 10,00022-708 BLIGHT CLEANUP 10,000 10,000 TOTAL 908,848 908,848DEPT BUILDING FUND REVENUES# DEPARTMENT 38-801 BUILDING FUND 75,000 75,000DEPT 2015 JAIL BONDS REVENUES# DEPARTMENT 39-810 2015A JAIL BONDS 1,181,265 1,102,510DEPT 2012A CTHSE BONDS REVENUES# DEPARTMENT 40-810 2012A COURTHOUSE BONDS 1,021,590 949,779DEPT 2017A G.O. CIP BONDS REVENUES# DEPARTMENT 41-810 2017A G.O. CIP BONDS 341,409 323,252DEPT EQUIPMENT REVENUES# DEPARTMENT 43-801 EQUIPMENT 100,000 100,000DEPT ELECTIONS REVENUES# DEPARTMENT 44-801 ELECTIONS 98,034 98,034TOTAL ALL FUNDS 44,657,153 44,452,326Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to approve Resolution 2019-58 Estab-lishing the 2020 Pine County Property Tax Levy at $19,354,383. Second by Commissioner Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to approve Resolution 2019-59 Adopt-ing the 2020 Pine County Budget. Second by Chair Mohr. Motion carried 5-0.Motion by Commissioner Mikrot to assign accounts 01-0251-000-0000-5869 (Jail Canteen Revenue), 01-0251-000-0000-6461 (Jail Canteen Expense), 01-0251-000-0000-5864 (Jail Inmate Communications Reve-nue), 01-0251-000-0000-6816 (Jail Inmate Communications Expense). Second by Commissioner Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.Motion by Commissioner Hallan to send a letter to the Minnesota De-partment of Human Services contesting the repayment of funds. Second by Commissioner Mikrot. Motion carried 5-0.Motion by Commissioner Chaffee to approve an agreement between

Health & Human Services and Wellness in the Woods. Second by Com-missioner Hallan. Motion carried 5-0.Motion by Chair Mohr to approve an Addendum to Memorandum of Agreement between the University of Minnesota and Pine County for providing Extension programs locally and employing county Extension staff. Motion carried 5-0.Motion by Commissioner Hallan to approve Resolution 2019-60 approv-ing purchasing from Mohr Parts and Supplies Inc. for 2020. Second by Commissioner Ludwig. Motion carried 4-0 with Commissioners Hallan, Chaffee, Mikrot and Ludwig voting in favor. Chair Mohr abstained from voting.Motion by Commissioner Ludwig to schedule the January, 2020 Facili-ties Committee to January 8, 2020. Second by Commissioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0.A Special Meeting/Committee of the Whole meeting for strategic plan-ning and discussion of goals and major projects is scheduled for January 30, 2020 at 9:00 a.m., in the Board Room, Pine County Courthouse, Pine City.Motion by Chair Mohr to approve the Collective Bargaining Agreement with correction officers/dispatchers for 2020-2021. Second by Commis-sioner Chaffee. Motion carried 5-0.With no further business, Chair Mohr adjourned the meeting at 11:38 a.m. The next regular meeting of the county board is scheduled for Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at the Pine County Courthouse, 635 Northridge Drive NW, Pine City, Minnesota.

Joshua Mohr, Chair Board of Commissioners David J. Minke, Administrator Clerk to County Board of CommissionersThe full text of the board’s Minutes are available at the County Admin-istrator’s Office and the county’s website (www.co.pine.mn.us). Copies may also be requested from the administrator’s office.

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The Hinckley-Finlayson boy’s basket-ball team had two games last week, and they ended up winning one and losing one.

On Monday, March 8 the Jaguars had to travel to Ogilvie to take on a much improved Lions team. The Jaguars played an outstanding game offensively and beat the Lions 88-62. Ogilvie’s 1-3-1 zone defense gave the Jags some trou-ble for a short time, but once H-F found the openings they were able to capital-ize on open shots all night long. The Jaguars were on fire from the 3-point line, making 14 of 20 attempts. They were led by Ashton Hosler who had an unbelievable shooting night - he went 7 for 7 from the 3 -point line.

The Jaguars then hosted the Barnum Bombers on Friday, March 12. Barnum is a strong, physical team who plays great man to man defense. As well as the Jags offense played against Ogilvie, they often struggled to get open looks and to score against Barnum. And this time Barnum was the team that enjoyed some hot outside shooting. At halftime H-F was down 35-16. The Jag-uars didn’t quit, though and they made some brief runs to close the gap in the second half. Every time it seemed like the Jags were about to cut the lead to single digits, the Bombers would knock down a big shot to maintain their dou-ble digit lead. In the end, Barnum hung on to win 58-42.

The Jaguars have now finished the regular season and are starting the

section 5A playoffs. Hinckley-Finlayson hosted the first round game against the Isle Huskies on Monday, March 15. If the Jaguars win that game, they will play at Braham on Thursday, March 18. Check the school’s website or Facebook page for up-to-date playoff information.

STATISTICAL LEADERS VS OGILVIE:PointsAshton Hosler 23; Cyliss LaFave 20; Lucas Kreft 10ReboundsLevi Degerstrom 9; Isaac Puetz 5; Lathaniel Kroschel & LaFave 3AssistsDegerstrom 7; LaFave 6; Aaron Mulder 4StealsKroschel 6; LaFave 3; Hosler & Trey Visser 2BlocksKroschel & Puetz 1

STATISTICAL LEADERS VS BARNUM:PointsCyliss LaFave 17; Lathaniel Kroschel 12; Ashton Hosler 4ReboundsKroschel & Levi Degerstrom 7; LaFave 4AssistsLaFave & Kroschel 2; Trey Visser & Aaron Mulder 1StealsKroschel, LaFave and Jacob Grice 2; Degerstrom & Lucas Kreft 1BlocksIsaac Puetz 1

Jaguar boys finish regular season

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