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September 19, 2011 East Sac County Middle School Principal's Report

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September 19, 2011 East Sac County Elementary School Principal's Report

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Passed Away - Darlene Baxter

Darlene Baxter, age 87, of Minneapolis, Minnesota, and formerly of Sac City, Iowa, died Tuesday, September 13, 2011, at Bethany Covenant Village in Minneapolis.

Darlene_Baxter_photoFuneral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 16, 2011, at the First Presbyterian Church in Sac City, Iowa, under the direction of Christensen-Huffman Funeral Homes. The Reverend Randy Russom will officiate, with burial to follow in Oakland Cemetery, Sac City. Visitation with the family present will be held on Thursday from 4-6 p.m. at Christensen-Huffman Funeral Home in Sac City.

Born August 10, 1924, in Murray, Iowa, Darlene Evelyn Baxter was the daughter of Charles and Agnes (Anderson) Dewey. She moved with her family as a child to Sac City, and graduated from Sac City High School in 1942.

In 1944, Darlene was united in marriage to Raymond Baxter at her parents' home in Sac City. The couple made their home in Canby, Minnesota, for twenty years, where they were active in many church and community activities. In 1970 they returned to Sac City. Ray passed away in 1971.

Darlene worked as a secretary at Iowa State Bank in Sac City for 17 years, retiring in 1988. She enjoyed cross-stitching Christmas cards and, in younger years, baking for her family. She was a faithful 50-year member of the First Presbyterian Church in Sac City, participating over the years on many committees as well as serving as elder, deacon, and chairman of the church bazaar. She was also active in many community organizations, including Sac City schools, the Howard Center, and Loring Hospital Auxiliary.

Survivors include five children, Janet (Walter) Meyen of Minneapolis, MN, Joan (Ray) Lawson of San Diego, CA, Don (Rhonda) Baxter of Boone, Kimberly (Chris Vierck) Baxter of Lenoir, NC, and Terry (Karen) Baxter of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; 9 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and other extended family members.

In addition to her husband, Darlene was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Gaylen Dewey and a brother in infancy; and three sisters, Berniece Epperly, Jean Dirks, and Gladys Blumgren.

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News in Photos: Chuck Brotherton and Brent Wilhelm elected President and Vice President of ESC School Bord

John Kraft(left) administers the oath of office to ESC School Board President Chuck Brotherton(right) and Vice President Brent Wilhelm(center)

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September 19, 2011 East Sac County High School Principal's Report

September 19, 2011 East Sac County High School Principal's Report

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East Sac County School Establishes Free Lifetime Activity Pass for District Seniors

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Minutes of the September 12, 2011 Schaller City Council Meeting

September 12, 2011
Schaller, Iowa


The City Council met in regular session in the City Hall meeting room at 4:30 p.m. on the above date with Mayor Ray Voss presiding.
Present: Council members Marcy Hallengren, Diana Myrtue, Brian Woodke, and Gene Huelman. *Scott Currie arrived at 7:00 p.m. Also present were Betty Bailey, Asst Superintendent Franz, Clarence Hansen, Joann Reimers, and Rex Rimmer.

Motion by Woodke to approve the minutes from the August 8th and 22nd, 2011 meetings. Second by Huelman. Ayes: 4. Nays: 0.

Motion by Huelman to approve the agenda. Second by Myrtue. Ayes: 4. Nays: 0.

Council heard from residents on concerns about the lack of public swimming lessons at the pool this year, the reason a new pump was needed at the pool, why a notice had been placed at both the rental unit and at the property owner’s residence to notify of impending shut-off, why the City wasn’t applying for grants to build a new pool versus fixing the current one like Sanborn did, what the wages were for lifeguards, how many hours the Clerk puts in at the pool, why comp hours would be accrued by the Clerk while at the pool when there is an additional sum paid for being the Manager, why the Clerk would be getting paid to run the apt building the City no longer owns, and the difference between instructor and lifeguard.

Council received a report from the Superintendent on the infiltration location work done to date. Asst. Superintendent reported on his sump pump inspections for some of the residences he previously had not been able to complete and on the businesses he inspected. He did find one business to be in violation and they agreed to get the line changed. He still has a few residences to check and he will need to get a hold of the owners. Council also discussed the benches and door which have been illegally deposited at the dump. They want fines to be issued for the violations.

Clerk spoke to the Council on ideas from Sam Wandrey for a pool fundraiser, the County League meeting to be held at Lobo’s on October 13th, a resident who is questioning a bill she received for a water leak that she felt was the city’s, and a resident questioning paying for a partial month resident in her home.

Motion by Myrtue to set the Fall Clean-up dates for Monday to Wednesday, Oct 3-5, 2011. Second by Woodke. Ayes: 4. Nays: 0.

Council discussed the use of Roundup on the City properties and set a policy to ban the use of it except at the lagoon site.

Council discussed a “children at play” sign for County Road. They decided not to install this sign, but to ensure that speed limit signs are located on this road.

Motion by Myrtue for a resolution for a special assessment of unpaid utility bills in the amount of $270.24 for the owners of the residence at 206 S. Hanover St. if the payable amount is not received by September 16, 2011. Second by Woodke. Ayes: Hallengren, Woodke, Myrtue, and Huelman. Nays: None.

Council discussed the building permits that have been submitted. Council feels all are okay with the exception being that a written utility easement is needed from Lindy Rydberg for 10’ on each side of the manhole located near the building he is having built and a question on the fence permit for 203 Selkirk.

Motion by Woodke to approve the fence permit for 203 Selkirk St. once Councilman Huelman researches and approves it. Second by Myrtue. Ayes: 4. Nays: 0.

Motion by Woodke to approve the tax abatement application for Brau Construction and send it on to the Assessor. Second by Myrtue. Ayes: 4. Nays: 0.

Motion by Woodke to approve the liquor license renewal for Hometown Foods. Second by Myrtue. Ayes: 4. Nays: 0.

Motion by Woodke for a resolution to approve and file the annual Street Financial Report for fiscal year 2010-2011. Second by Myrtue. Ayes: Hallengren, Woodke, Myrtue, and Huelman. Nays: None.

Motion by Woodke to approve a resolution to prohibit dangerous weapons on certain public property in Schaller- including the City Hall building, parks, tennis courts, pool, and all maintenance facilities. Second by Hallengren. Ayes: Hallengren, Woodke, Myrtue, and Huelman. Nays: None.

Council discussed the progress on the street issues relating to the wastewater project and the letter received from Kirkvold’s attorney. The street committee, Superintendent, and Mayor will meet on the 21st with Mr. Alampi from C Comm Solutions, Inc., a representative hired by NAS Surety Bonding Company, to go over all of the areas of deficiency and all remaining unfinished items from the punch list. Attorney Kleber has recommended the Council remain with Brian Mastbergen from Dewild, Grant, Reckert and Associates to act as the Engineer for the street repairs, as he has done the study of the areas and submitted the report for use in completing the project and repairing the deficiencies.

Motion by Woodke to hire Brian Mastbergen from DGR and Associates to meet with Mr. Alampi and the City representatives on the 21st. Second by Huelman. Ayes: 4. Nays: 0.

*Council discussed the lighting in the park and the possible need for a motion light on the shelter house. They will assess the lighting and take possible action at the next meeting.



Mayor Voss informed the Council of his conversation with Don Frankel and Michael Chyi. They will be filling out another SBAL permit application for the City to request the change in our permit for the wastewater system. He will contact them again regarding the amount of fuses the system is going through and whether we should utilize breakers.

Councilwoman Hallengren has donated a coffee pot to the park and feels there is still a need for a microwave there. She also brought a request that the metal covers over the shut offs in the new cement be made “flush” in order to aid in snow removal.

Councilman Woodke informed the Council of his conversation with the DNR regarding the requirements for residential building removal.

Discussion was held on the need to change the meeting dates due to conflicts with the school board meetings.

Motion by Woodke to change the regular meeting date and time to the third Monday of the month at 6:00 p.m., starting in October of this year. Second by Myrtue. Ayes: 5. Nays: 0.

Motion by Woodke to pay all claims. Second by Myrtue. Ayes: 5. Nays: 0.

Motion by Woodke to adjourn. Second by Myrtue. Ayes: 5. Nays: 0 (7:55 p.m.) Next meeting to be held on Monday, October 17, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.



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East Sac County School Had No Ejections for Unsportsmanlike Conduct During the 2010-2011 Year

East Sac County School Had No Ejections for Unsportsmanlike Conduct During the 2010-2011 Year

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Passed Away - Bessie Marie Reis

Bessie Marie Reis, age 101, of Hot Springs, SD, and formerly of Odebolt, Iowa, passed away July 21, 2011, at the Castle Manor Nursing Home in Hot Springs.

Graveside memorial services will be held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 17, 2011, at the Odebolt Cemetery, with The Reverend Mark Volkers officiating.

Bessie was born in Woodbine, IA, on May 31, 1910 to Lawrence and Emma (Lewis) Schneider. She married Otis Reis February 14, 1927, in Denison, IA. They had two children, Lyle and JoAnn. They made their home in Iowa, Minnesota and South Dakota. They owned Bessie's Antiques in Hot Springs for many years and then went on to do antique shows and flea markets. They returned to Odebolt, Iowa, to retire. They enjoyed being back where they began their life together with many family members nearby. In 1998 Bessie moved back to South Dakota. She resided at the Evans apartments where she played cards with her friends. She has been a resident at Castle Manor Nursing Home for the past 3½ years.

Survivors include her sisters, Angie Purcell of Woodbine, IA; Wanda Carrier of Odebolt, IA; grandson, Brett (Teresa) Blessing of Hot Springs; granddaughters, Trayce (Gary) Dinkel of Hot Springs; and Sheri (Larry) Richardson of South Beloit, IL. Also left to fondly remember her are a multitude of grandchildren; great grandchildren; great-great grandchildren; great-great-great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and a very special niece, Twyla Hein of Dunlap, IA.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Otis; a son, Lyle and his wife Alice; a daughter, JoAnn Blessing and her husband Keith; her sisters, Vivian Reis and Bernice Barnum; brothers Carl and Orville Schneider; and her faithful friend Boomer.

There will be a memorial service held at Castle Manor and a memorial service and interment in Odebolt, IA at a later date.

The family would like to thank the staff of Castle Manor for the wonderful care they gave her and us. We are sure that she and Grandpa Otis are dancing the polka with all their friends in heaven.

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September 20, 2011 Sac County Supervisors Agenda

September 20, 2011 Sac County Supervisors Agenda

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Charges Against Lake View Man Who Pushed Car Through Garage Amended; Man Fined

Charges Against Lake View Man Who Pushed Car Through Garage Amended; Man Fined

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September 12, 2011 7th and 8th grade volleyball stats

The 7th grade volleyball team hosted OA-BCIG on Monday, September 12.

The A team won 2 out of 3 games to claim the match. The scores were 19-21, 21-12, and 15-6. Morgan Grosely and Carissa Steinkamp led the team in serving. Morgan served 10 for 10 with 8 aces and Carissa went 11 for 12 with 11 aces. Megan Wright led the team at the net by completing all 4 attacks for the kill.

The B team was also victorious winning 2 out of the 3 games with scores of 21-8, 21-14 and 19-21. Hannah Schmidt led the team serving 11 out of 12 serves with 8 aces and completing 3 attacks at the net.

The C team was not able to take the match but won 1 out of the three games with scores of 17-21, 14-21, and 21-12. Rebekkah Tice led the team serving 12 out of 12 with 6 aces.



The 8th grade volleyball team traveled to Odebolt to take on the Falcons from OA-BCIG in Jr. High Volleyball on Monday, September 12.

The A team won 4 games with scores of 21-10, 21-15, 21-7, 21-7. Lexi Wilson led the team in serving and attacks hitting 13 out of 13 serves with 6 aces and going 6 for 6 in attacks with 2 kills. Sarah Shull also served well hitting 17 out of 21 serves with 11 aces.

The B team also claimed 4 games with scores of 21-15, 21-15, 21-13, 21-15. Kennedy Pieken hit all 8 of her serves with 1 ace while Emilee Drost went 16 for 19 with 6 aces to help with the win. Taylor Bohm led the B team in attacks going 8 for 8 with 3 kills. The C team also claimed a win as they won the first 2 out of 3 games. They did drop the 4th game but had already won the match.

The C team scores were 21-14, 18-21, 21-17, 11-15. Jordyn Anderson hit 14 out of 14 serves with 4 aces to lead the C team in serving.


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August 2011 Sac City Airport Department Head Report

August 2011 Sac City Airport Department Head Report

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News in Photos: Chris Rodman Sworn In as ESC School Board Director

John Kraft Swears in Chris Rodman as an ESC School Board Director
Chris was sworn in on September 19, 2011 and will serve a 4 year term.

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Lake View Woman Accused of Theft in the 4th Degree

Lake View Woman Accused of Theft in the 4th Degree

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September 15, 2011 7th and 8th grade volleyball stats

The 7th grade volleyball team was hosted by IKM-Manning on Thursday, September 15 in Manilla.

The A team played hard but ended up losing their match 13-21, 21-23 and 15-8. Breanne O’Neill led the team in the 2nd game by rallying the team from an 11-20 deficit to a 21-20 lead. She served 8 for 11 with 5 aces. Carissa Steinkamp helped the team with 8 out of 8 serves and 1 ace. Megan Wright led the team in attacks by completing 9 out of 12 with 9 kills. Courtney Paysen also played the net aggressively with 5 out of 5 kills.

The B team also fell to the Wolves with scores of 16-21, 13-21, and 7-15. Hanna Jastorff led the team by completing 9 out of 11 serves with 5 aces. Both Jordan Raine and Hannah Schmidt each had a kill at the net.

The C team was also defeated by IKM-Manning with scores of 9-21, 10-21, 5-15. They struggled with their serving, but Rebekkah Tice has 2 aces, Ashley Aschinger had 1 ace, and Amberly Jergens had 1 ace. Amberly Jergens also went 1 for 1 at the net with a kill.

The Raiders take on Schleswig at home on Monday, September 19.




The 8th grade volleyball team traveled to Manilla on Thursday, September 15 to take on the IKM-Manning Wolves.

The A team won their match winning the best 2 out of 3 21-16, 22-20, 11-15. Lexi Wilson led the A team in serving and attacks going 9 for 9 in serving with 2 aces and completing 9 attacks with 3 kills. Sydney Ernst hit 6 out of 7 serves with 1 ace to help with the win.

The B team took all 3 games from the Wolves 21-12, 21-16, 15-4. Kendal Herrig hit 21 out of 24 serves with 7 aces to lead the B team in serving. Also serving well was Emilee Drost hitting 7 out of 8 serves with 5 aces.

The C team dropped its first match of the season 19-21, 21-4, 6-15. Bailey Jacobsen hit 14 out of 16 serves with 8 aces in serving.


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Passed Away - Diana Lynn Bruns

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Diana Lynn Bruns
February 24, 1965 - September 10, 2011
Lake View, IA


Memorial Service: 5:00 P.M. Friday, September 16, 2011 at Farber & Otteman Funeral Home, Lake View, IA
Diana Lynn (Weller) Bruns, age 46, of Lake View, IA made the journey to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 10, 2011.

Diana Lynn Weller, was born February 24, 1965 in Norfolk, VA to Theodore Franklin Weller and Linda Carol Smith. She resided in Norfolk, moving to Iowa as an adult, where she started her own family. She will be missed by all those who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her former husband: Jerome Bruns; daughters: Kalah Bruns, Sara Bruns, Stephanie Bruns and Pamela Surstenau; grandsons: Devonante Surstenau, Nikolas Surstenau, Garrett Bruns, and a grandchild on the way; mother: Linda Edwards; father: Ted Weller; sisters: Carol Fernandez, Ginger, and Yvonne; grandmother Gosney; many extended family members, friends, and beloved pets.

She was proceeded in death by her paternal grandparents: Mr. & Mrs. Weller; maternal grandfather: Mr. Gosney; aunt: Franny; uncle: Jay; cousin: John Harold, and great nephew: Chris Jr.

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