STATE OF MINNESOTA

COUNTY OF FARIBAULT

FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT

DISTRICT COURT

PROBATE DIVISION

Court File No. 22-PR-23-578

Estate of

Lois P. Stearns,

Decedent

NOTICE AND ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL AND

APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS

It is Ordered and Notice is given that on November 28, 2023, at 10:30 a.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at 415 N Main Street Blue Earth, Minnesota, for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the Will of the Decedent dated, November 5, 2008, and codicils to the will, dated November 14, 2008, (“Will”), and for the appointment of Jo Anne Kraayenhof, whose address is 46860 140th St, Easton, MN, 56025 as

Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an UNSUPERVISED administration. Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper and if no objections are filed or raised, the Personal Representative will be appointed with full power to administer the Estate including the power to collect all assets, to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real and personal property, and to do all necessary acts for the Estate.

Notice is also given that (subject to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred.

A charitable beneficiary may request notice of the probate proceedings be given to the Attorney General pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 501B.41, subdivision 5.

BY THE COURT

Dated: 10/+18/2023

Troy G. Timmerman

Judge of District Court

Kelly Iverson

Court Administrator

Attorney for Petitioner

Ryan A. Gustafson

FRUNDT, LUNDQUIST & GUSTAFSON, LTD.

117 West 5th Street

PO Box 95

Blue Earth, MN, 56013

Attorney License No: 0392220

Telephone: (507) 526-2177

FAX: (507) 526-4477

Email:

rgustafson@flglawfirm.com

October 30, November 6, 2023

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STATE OF MINNESOTA

COUNTY OF FARIBAULT

FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT

DISTRICT COURT

PROBATE DIVISION

Court File No. 22-PR-23-579

Estate of

William G. Borris,

aka Bill Borris,

Decedent

Court File No. 22-PR-23-579

NOTICE OF INFORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Notice is given that an application for informal probate of the Decedent’s Will, dated June 18, 2018, and (“Will”), has been filed with the Registrar. The application has been granted.

Notice is also given that the Registrar has informally appointed Ryan C. Borris, whose address is 35593 150th St, Winnebago, Minnesota, 56098, as personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Unless objections are filed with the Court (pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-607) and the Court otherwise orders, the personal representative has full power to administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate.

Any objections to the probate of the Will or appointment of the Personal Representative must be filed with this Court and will be heard by the Court after the filing of an appropriate petition and proper notice of hearing.

Notice is also given that (subject to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred.

A charitable beneficiary may request notice of the probate proceedings be given to the Attorney General pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 501B.41, subdivision 5.

Dated: 10/23/2023

Mandy Farrow

Registrar

Kelly Iverson

Court Administrator

Attorney for Petitioner

Daniel L. Lundquist

FRUNDT, LUNDQUIST & GUSTAFSON, LTD.

117 West 5th Street

PO Box 95

Blue Earth, MN, 56013

Attorney License No: 0348168

Telephone: (507) 526-2177

FAX: (507) 526-4477

Email:

dlundquist@flglawfirm.com

October 30, November 6, 2023

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Faribault County, MN

County Project

BIDS CLOSE: November 30, 2023 at 10:00 AM CST

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS-

NOTICE is hereby given that SEALED BIDS will be received at until 10:00 AM on Thursday, November 30, 2023 by Amy Sathoff, County Auditor/Treasurer of Faribault County, at the Faribault County Courthouse, 415 North Main St., Blue Earth, Minnesota, 56013, on behalf of the Board of County Commissioners of said county for the following project. Bids will be opened and read publicly in the Commissioners Room in the Courthouse in Blue Earth immediately after the hour set for receiving bids. Any bids received after said hour will be returned to the bidder unopened. Any bid received without a certified check or bid bond will be returned without being read or considered.

PROJECT NO. SAP 022-601-026 SAP 022-602-029

LOCATION: CSAH 1 over JCD 414

CSAH 2 over Brush Creek

TYPE OF WORK: Replace Bridge 9967 with Bridge 22J63

Replace Bridge 98204 with Bridge 22J62

LENGTH: 0.04 miles each

The major items of work are approximately:

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2412.503/10100

10X10 PRECAST CONCRETE BOX CULVERT 120L F

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2412.503/12100

12X10 PRECAST CONCRETE BOX CULVERT 60L F

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2412.503/12110

12X11 PRECAST CONCRETE BOX CULVERT 60L F

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Proposals, and Plans may be obtained online or at the Faribault County Public Works, 727 East 5th Street, Blue Earth, MN 56013. Phone (507) 526-4288.

Online (No Charge): https://mn-co-faribault.app.rtvision.com/oneoffice/bidding

Hard Copy Charge: $35.00

Bids must be accompanied by a Certified Check or Bid Bond made payable to the Treasurer of Faribault County for at least 5% of the amount bid.

The County reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any irregularities thereof.

Mark A. Daly, PE

Faribault County

Director/County Engineer

November 6, 13, 20, 2023

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STATE OF MINNESOTA

COUNTY OF FARIBAULT

FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT

DISTRICT COURT

PROBATE DIVISION

Court File No. 22-PR-23-590

Estate of

Mary Helen Larson,

aka Mary H. Larson,

Decedent

NOTICE AND ORDER OF HEARING ON PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL AND

APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS

It is Ordered and Notice is given that on November 28, 2023 at 10:30 AM, a hearing will be held in this Court at 415 N Main St Blue Earth, Minnesota, for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the Will of the Decedent dated, September 27, 2011, (“Will”), and for the appointment of Duane D. Larson, whose address is 32899 180th St, Winnebago, MN, 56098 as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an UNSUPERVISED administration. Any objections to the petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper and if no objections are filed or raised, the Personal Representative will be appointed with full power to administer the Estate including the power to collect all assets, to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes and expenses, to sell real and personal property, and to do all necessary acts for the Estate.

Notice is also given that (subject to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-801) all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representative or to the Court Administrator within four months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred.

Dated: 10/27/2023

Troy G. Timmerman

Judge of District Court

Kelly Iverson

Court Administrator

Attorney for Petitioner

Daniel L. Lundquist

FRUNDT, LUNDQUIST & GUSTAFSON, LTD.

117 West 5th Street

PO Box 95

Blue Earth, MN, 56013

Attorney License No: 0348168

Telephone: (507) 526-2177

FAX: (507) 526-4477

Email:

dlundquist@flglawfirm.com

November 6, 13, 2023

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STATE OF MINNESOTA

COUNTY OF FARIBAULT

FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT

DISTRICT COURT

PROBATE DIVISION

Court File No. 22-PR-23-595

Estate of

Monica Marie Haag,

aka Monica M. Haag,

Decedent

NOTICE AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR DESCENT OF PROPERTY

A Petition for Determination of Descent has been filed with this Court. The Petition represents that the Decedent died more than three years ago, leaving property in Minnesota and requests the probate of Decedent’s last Will (if any), and the descent of such property be determined and assigned by this Court to the persons entitled to the property.

Any objections to the Petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper, and no objections are filed or raised, the Petition may be granted.

IT IS ORDERED and Notice is further given, that the Petition will be heard on December 5, 2023 at 10:30 AM, via Zoom, by this Court at 415 N Main Street Blue Earth, Minnesota.

1. Notice shall be given to all interested persons (MINN. STAT.§ 524.1-401) and persons who have filed a demand for notice pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-204.

2. Notice shall be given by publishing this Notice and Order as provided by law and by: Mailing a copy of this Notice and Order at least 14 days prior to the hearing date.

BY THE COURT

Dated: 10/27/2023

Troy G. Timmerman

Judge of District Court

Kelly Iverson

Court Administrator

Attorney for Petitioner

Daniel L. Lundquist

FRUNDT, LUNDQUIST & GUSTAFSON, LTD.

117 West 5th Street

PO Box 95

Blue Earth, MN, 56013

Attorney License No: 0348168

Telephone: (507) 526-2177

FAX: (507) 526-4477

Email:

dlundquist@flglawfirm.com

November 6, 13, 2023

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I.S.D. #2860

Blue Earth Area School

Board Work Session Minutes

September 11th, 2023

A Work Session of the Board of Education of Blue Earth Area, I.S.D. #2860 was held on Monday, September 11th, 2023 at 5:00 pm.

Board Members and Superintendent M. Fletcher were present for the work session at the meeting location: Blue Earth Area High School Media Center, 1125 Highway 169 N, Blue Earth, MN 56013. 

Members present: S Hauskins, S. Beyer, J. Eckles, T. Armon, M. Franta, L. Mensing and K. Zierke

September 11th, 2023

5:00 P.M.

Chairperson Hauskins opened the work session meeting at 5:00 p.m.

Agenda items discussed:

• Data discussion was had and a presentation by Allison Schmidt, Curriculum/Instruction Director was given.

Chairperson Hauskins adjourned the work session at 5:58 pm.

November 6, 2023

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I.S.D. #2860

Blue Earth Area School Board Minutes

September 11th, 2023

A Regular Board Meeting of the Board of Education of Blue Earth Area, I.S.D. #2860 was held on Monday, September 11th, 2023 at 6:00 pm. Members of the public interested in monitoring the Board Meeting from a remote location made use of the following link: https://www.beaschools.org/district/board_members

Board Members were present in person with Superintendent M. Fletcher for the regular board meeting at the meeting location: Blue Earth Area High School Media Center 1125 Highway 169 N Blue Earth, MN 56013. 

Members present: S Hauskins, S. Beyer, J. Eckles, L. Mensing, T. Armon, M. Franta, K. Zierke and Student Representative L. Becker.

September 11th, 2023

6:00 pm

Routine Items

• Call to Order: Chairperson Hauskins called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm

• Pledge of Allegiance:

• Approve Agenda: On a Eckles/Zierke motion. Approved 7-0

• Public Input: None

• Approve Minutes: On a Mensing/Eckles motion, both work session and regular board meeting minutes were approved 7-0.

• Approve Payment of Bills and Wire Transfers: On a Beyer/Mensing motion. Approved 7-0

• District Reports: None

• Chairperson’s Report: Thanked staff for getting the school year off to a good start.

• Superintendent’s Report:

A. Enrollment Update: Discussed Enrollment this year compared to last year and projections for year 2024-2025.

B. Class Size Comparisons: A handout was provided comparing class size to other districts.

C. Review start of school year: Thank you to staff for a great start!

D. Summer Projects Update: Comprehensive list of projects was shared that were completed by BEAS maintenance and custodial teams over the summer months.

E. Operational Plan Update: A 3-year Operational Plan overview was given.

• Committee Reports:

A. DAT: Superintendent Fletcher provided an update from the August 17th meeting specific to the 3-year Operational Plan.

B. Negotiations: Next meeting is September 20th at 6 pm.

• Principal’s Report: Dressler spoke about the successful start of school, ‘back to school’ conferences and the new online registration. Also, there was a Foam Party held as well as a welcome back to school for families and there was a great turn out.

Sturtz – Rubrics information was shared and getting staff on the same page for Tier 1 instruction and behaviors. Also he spoke about goals of helping students learn how to navigate the cafeteria during lunch time and working to get a system down.

Shaffer: Thanked K. Zierke for the metal mascot addition to the High School. Bucs Bash a great success and a thank you to staff for all of their hard work. First week went great and students and staff looking forward to Homecoming on Friday, Sept. 22nd.

• Curriculum/Instruction Director Report: Schmidt updated the Board on NWEA starting the week of Sept 11th and that the District assessment and testing calendar would be available on the school website. She also shared that she worked with K5 Math with teachers to give them a refresher and answer questions about the curriculum.

Action Items

• Approve Proposed Levy 2023 Payable 2024: Discussion was had regarding the Initial Levy Limitations report and the Board certified the maximum levy amount. The final Levy will be approved following the Truth in Taxation hearing held on Dec 4th, 2023 at 6 pm. at the High School. On a Beyer/Eckles motion. Approved 7-0

• Approve 2023-2024 Literacy Plan: On a Zierke/Beyer motion. Approved 7-0

• Approve Engagement Letter with VIA Actuarial Solutions for FYE 2024 and FYE 2025 Valuation Reports: On an Armon/Mensing motion. Approved 7-0

• Accept Donation from BEA Tennis Association to be used towards new uniforms: On a Beyer/Armon motion. Approved 7-0

• Personnel: On an Armon/Zierke motion. Approved 7-0

Approve Resignations: Megan Jammaron- Elementary Paraprofessional

Approve New Hires:

Taylor Robbins- Elementary Paraprofessional; Alexis Rivera- Elementary Paraprofessional; Monica Robbins- Elementary Paraprofessional; Savannah Lane- Elementary Paraprofessional; Michelle Boness-Hahn- Full Time Guest Teacher; Rachel Petersen- Gifted And Talented

Approve Leave of Absence: Brittney Stindtman- Maternity Leave – Oct 23 to Feb. 9

Approve Lane Changes: Heather Hernandez- BA+20 to MA; Gianni Alm- BA+10 to BA+20; Nick Milbrandt- BA+10 to BA+20; Leonor May- MS to MS+14

Approve Retirement: Thomas Plocker- High School Math Teacher

• Approve MOU Agreement with BEAEA to Hire Retired Teacher for Full-Time Position (Thomas Plocker): On an Armon/Beyer motion. Approved 7-0

District Policy

• Final Reading: On a Beyer/Mensing motion. Approved 7-0

Policies can be found at http://www.beaschools.org (click on Menu and the + sign next to Policies)

A. Policy 102 – Equal Educational Opportunity

B. Policy 418 – Drug-Free Workplace/Drug-Free School

C. Policy 419 – Tobacco Free Environment

D. Policy 424 – License Status

E. Policy 425 – Staff Dev and Mentoring

F. Policy 507 – Corporal Punishment and Prone Restraint

G. Policy 509 – Enrollment of Nonresident Students

H. Policy 513 – Student Promotion Retention and Program Design

I. Policy 514 – Bullying Prohibition

J. Policy 516.5 – Overdose Medication

K. Policy 532 – Use of Peace Officers and Crisis Teams to Remove Students with IEP’s from School Grounds

L. Policy 708 – Transportation of Nonpublic School Students

Routine Items:

• Correspondence: T. Armon liked the new Online Registration App and how easy it was to use and he appreciated the extra work put in to recognize the Heroes of 9/11 at the Sept. 8th football game.

• Other:

• Adjourn: Chairperson Hauskins adjourned the meeting at 6:47 pm on an Armon/Zierke motion. Approved 7-0

November 6, 2023

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