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Official publication of

www.meeker.coop

Meeker Cooperative

September 2015

Pioneer

Safety tips for harvest season .............4

Member Appreciation Day photos...................2

Two new benefits for Co-op members ...........3

We’ve had a lot of interest in our Meeker Member Solar Project. We’re only six panels

away from reaching our half-way goal of 49 panels. Once we get 49 panels leased, we’ll begin construction on our first 97-panel array.

There have been a lot of different reasons why members have become part of this Member Solar Project. We asked a few of them to share their comments and have insured them anonymity:

“I thought of my grandkids right off the bat,” said a member. “I’d like to see the earth return to what it was like when I was a youngster. I think we should do what we can to use cleaner energy.”

Another member’s concern was economics. “I am always looking for ways to save money, and I like the idea of

generating my own electricity as one way to do that. I would even use wind power if I thought the neighbors would agree to it. I used Option #3 so now I have a new water heater, which is a definite plus.”

A member near Litchfield originally leased panels for his own use, but recently leased additional panels to donate to nieces and nephews who are also members of the Co-op. He is a proponent of solar technology and is interested in not only promoting solar, but also in helping out those five young families by allowing them to enjoy the benefits of Meeker’s Member Solar Project as well. He commented:

“Last summer I attended an energy fair and I was talking with a man who was there representing a solar hot water company. He said that the one question everyone asks is ‘What’s the payback?’ His reply was, ‘Well, what’s the payback on your granite countertop or your bathroom remodel? You do it because you want to.’”

He continued, “If you go with a solar panel, you will have an eventual payback. If you don’t, you will never get any electricity for free...you will pay for every bit of it. If electricity rates go higher, the payback will be that much quicker. I am not a global warming believer, but I believe that we have these resources available to us and it makes sense to use them. It’s like filling your propane tank in the summer to take advantage of the lower propane price instead of waiting until the price rises. It’s the same with solar. We’re making the investment now because the price of electricity is going to be higher down the road.”

A member near Hutchinson purchased one panel to see how it would go and thought they may purchase more down the road.

“I remember when I was a child my family was one of the first to sign up for electricity with the Co-op. It was a scary thing then because of the unknown, and solar is an unknown as well. They took a chance on something and we’re taking a chance; we need to do something now to invest. It may not even benefit us in our lifetime, but maybe it will benefit our grandchildren. It’s an exciting experiment and we want to be part of it.”

If any of these comments ring a bell with you and you’d like more information about the Meeker Member Solar Project, feel free to call John at our office, 320-693-3231. He’d be happy to run the numbers with you and answer any questions you may have.

Below are the three Solar Project options available. Members have taken advantage of every option.

Option #1:• Member pays $175 up front• Member pays 15 cents/kWh produced

Option #2:• Member pays $1,325 up front• Any kWhs produced are credited to the member’s account at

the Co-op’s current applicable rate

Option #3:• Member pays $975 up front• Member receives a free 50-gallon super-efficient water heater

w/mixing valve, or $500 credit toward a larger-capacity unit and goes on Meeker’s Peak Shave Water program

• Member forfeits the $4 monthly Peak Shave bill credit• Any kWhs produced by the solar panel(s) are credited to the

member’s account at the Co-op’s current applicable rate

Please feel free to also access a list of our “Frequently Asked Questions” which can be found on the Co-op website: www.meeker.coop/services/meeker-member-solar-project/.

Solar leasing members speak out

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In this issue...

SOLAR OPTIONS

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USPS 018-308 ISSN 1525-1055Periodicals Postage Paid at Litchfield, MN.POSTMASTER: Send address changes to

Meeker Pioneer, 1725 US Hwy. 12, Suite 100Litchfield, MN 55355.

The Meeker Pioneer is published monthly for $5 per year for members and $10 per year for non-members by

Meeker Cooperative, 1725 U.S. Hwy. 12, Suite 100 Litchfield, MN 55355

CEO/General Manager: Tim MergenEditor: Becky Sorenson

The Meeker Pioneer is the official member publication of Meeker Cooperative and focuses on our members, programs and events. All member story ideas and comments are welcome. Send to Becky Sorenson at the address above.

Office Hours:Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

For 24-hour service call 320-693-3231 or 800-232-6257

Fax: 320-693-2980 Web site: www.meeker.coop

Use the “Contact Us” form on the home page

Meeker Cooperative Mission Statement

“To enhance the quality of life of the Cooperative’s Members and Customers by providing safe, reliable, competitively

priced energy and other value-added services, while practicing environmental stewardship.”

Mark Larson, President — District 6Harrison, Kandiyohi, Gennessee, Fahlun, Lake Elizabeth, E. Lake Lillian in Kandiyohi; Cosmos, Acton, Danielson, Swede Grove in Meeker; Brookfield, Boon Lake in Renville

K. Bruce Krueger, Vice Pres. — District 7Collinwood, Cedar Mills in Meeker; Stockholm in Wright; Acoma, Hutchinson in McLeod

Juanita Olson, Secretary — District 1 Roseville, Irving in Kandiyohi; Paynesville in Stearns; Union Grove in Meeker

Karen Becker, Treasurer — District 2Eden Lake in Stearns; Harvey, Manannah in Meeker

Brad Donnay — District 3Luxemburg, Maine Prairie, South Maine Prairie in Stearns; Forest Prairie in Meeker

Kevin Issendorf — District 4Litchfield, Greenleaf in Meeker

Matt Woetzel — District 5Fairhaven in Stearns; Cokato, Southside, French Lake in Wright; Dassel in Meeker

Ben Beckman — District 8Darwin, Ellsworth in Meeker

Karl Lundin — District 9North Kingston, Kingston, Forest City in Meeker

Kim Keithahn — Attorney

Board of Directors Meeker Pioneer

A total of 1,215 members and guests braved the heat and humidity to attend the Co-op’s 80th Anniversary Member Appreciation at the Forest City Stockade August 14. A free buffalo sandwich meal, music, bucket truck rides, Rendezvous activities and more combined to bring an enjoyable look at life in the late 1800s. Here are just some of the many highlights of this fun, historic event. See more photos on our Facebook page.

Highlights from our Member Appreciation at the Forest City Stockade

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Does it make more sense to heat with propane or electricity?

Two More Benefits of Co-op Membership A s a cooperative member, you have benefits that average electricity

customers don’t have. One of these benefits is access to discounts on products and services through the Co-op Connections Program. With

the Co-op Connections card, members are saving on gifts, hotels, flowers, prescription drugs and more. Now, there are two new programs available to members that will allow them to save on appliance purchases and furnace maintenance. Enjoy all the benefits of Co-op membership.

F all is the perfect time to evaluate your heating system. How old is your system? What’s its efficiency?

Is it time to make a change? If you have a propane-dependent heating system, it makes sense to evaluate cost when making any changes. It’s difficult to compare fuel prices because propane and electricity are measured differently and contain different amounts of energy in each unit of measure.

To the left is a graph showing propane and different electric heating options converted to cost per million of BTUs (British Thermal Units, which is the amount of energy needed to heat or cool one pound of water one degree). In the graph, there are times when propane is cheaper than electricity. However, the volatility of propane prices means we’re never sure what the winter heating bill will be. Compare that to Meeker’s relatively stable energy management electric rate. In addition, electricity heats at 100 percent efficiency, while a propane furnace heats at about 90 percent efficiency.

If you’re interested in discussing a possible change to your heating system, contact one of our Energy Management Technicians. They have formulas that can measure the average cost of your proposed system, what it will cost to heat with propane at three different price points, how it compares to electricity and the average payback period for each scenario.

Being able to make an informed decision is so important. Your heating system’s cost to run is every bit as important as the up-front installation costs. Location # 30-14-449

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Look up for hazards during harvest

A fter working in a field on a neighbor’s

farm, Jim Flach parked his equipment

and stepped out of the vehicle. Sadly,

Jim did not realize his equipment was touching an

overhead power line, and he became a path for

the electrical current as he placed his foot onto the

ground. Jim received a severe electric shock that

ultimately resulted in his death a few months later.

Safe Electricity urges farmers to take the proper

precautions when working around power lines. “The rush to harvest can lead to farmers working long days with little sleep,” cautions Kyla Kruse, communications director of the Energy Education Council and its Safe Electricity program. “It is important to take time for safety. Before starting work, make sure to note the location of overhead power lines.”

To stay safe around overhead power lines, Safe Electricity urges farm operators and workers to:

• Use a spotter when operating large machinery near power lines.

• Use care when raising augers or the bed of grain trucks around power lines.

• Keep equipment at least 10 feet from power lines — at all times, in all directions.

• Inspect the height of farm equipment to determine clearance.

• Always remember to lower extensions when moving loads.

• Never attempt to move a power line out of the way or raise it for clearance.

• If a power line is sagging or low, call your Co-op.

If contact is made with a power line, stay on the equipment. Make sure to warn others to stay away, and call 911. Do not leave until the utility crew says it is safe to do so. The only reason to

exit is if the equipment is on fire. If this is the case, jump off the equipment with your feet together, without touching the ground and vehicle at the same time. Then, still keeping your feet together, hop to safety as you leave the area. Some additional safety tips from Safe Electricity include:

• Do not use metal poles when breaking up bridged grain inside and around grain bins.

• Always hire qualified electricians for any electrical issues.

• Do not use equipment with frayed cables.

“You need to double check, even triple check, to see what is above you,” says Marilyn Flach, Jim’s widow. His son Brett adds, “Be conscious of your surroundings. You need to keep your eyes open and beware of overhead lines.”

For more electrical safety information, visit SafeElectricity.org.

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When relying on the sun, energy storage remains out of reach

T he ability to store energy could revolutionize the way we make and use electricity. But for many utility companies and regular folks, energy storage

is still way out of reach. It’s expensive — sometimes more expensive than building out old-fashioned infrastructure like power lines and power plants.

For people like Jim and Lyn Schneider, their decision to invest in battery storage came four years ago when they moved to central Wyoming. Their backyard is filled with sagebrush and ringed by red rocks on one side and wide-open prairie on another. They love it. But when the Schneiders bought this land, it was missing one thing — electricity. The utility company was going to charge them around $80,000 to bring electricity to the property. Installing solar panels and batteries was also expensive, but about $30,000 less.

Jim Schneider unlocks a box filled with 12 red batteries, each about the size of a brown paper grocery bag. The system functions, but it’s a lot of work.

“I didn’t know there would be as much maintenance to it,” he says. Batteries can also be toxic, and they die — the Schneiders have to replace three of theirs this summer. They think they’ll have to pay about $1,500 per battery.

Their experience illustrates the problems with energy storage — problems that are a big disincentive for large utility companies.

“Typical grid infrastructure, what utilities tend to invest in, are equipment and projects that last decades,” explains Brian Warshay, an analyst at Bloomberg New Energy Finance. “Energy storage has a big question mark on whether it can meet some of those rigorous lifetime operational requirements,” he says. And then there’s the price tag. The Department of Energy predicts that in order for battery storage to become economically viable, costs would need to be cut by more than half.

It’s something that big companies are working on. Tesla Motors, the electric car manufacturer, recently unveiled its Powerwall, a home battery that it’s also marketing to utilities. Other companies are banking away electricity in compressed air, molten salt, in the spinning wheels of a train and in gigantic blocks of ice.

Estimates on when large-scale battery storage will go on line are all over the map. Some analysts say five years; others say never.

~NPR

Industry News

Although it began operations more than 30 years ago, Great River Energy’s Coal Creek Station power plant remains one

of the nation’s top performing plants. Many of Great River Energy’s generation resources have served cooperative members for decades. In fact, the electrons flowing from Stanton Station surely lit up a lava lamp or two in the late 1960s. And current from Coal Creek Station almost certainly powered a few arcades and roller rinks in the 1980s.

The way people consume electricity has changed dramatically over time. Great River Energy’s power plants have kept pace, consistently improving efficiency and environmental performance. As technology, regulations and member values changed, so has Great River Energy’s portfolio of resources. Fuels like wind, solar and natural gas play an ever-greater role in supplying power to greater Minnesota, yet traditional power plants remain the backbone of Great River Energy’s generation resources.

Located in central North Dakota, Coal Creek Station’s performance places it among the top performing plants of its kind in the nation. In 2013, the plant ranked No. 9 on Power Engineering’s list of U.S. power plants in capacity factor, a critical measurement of a power plant’s actual energy output compared to its potential output. When it began operations in 1979, the plant generated around 1 or 2 million net megawatt-hours (MWh) of electricity to meet Great River Energy’s members’ demand. Today it consistently produces approximately 9 million MWh to meet Great River Energy’s members’ demand.

Coal Creek Station took a major leap forward in 2009 when the patented DryFiningTM system was placed into service. Since the technology was implemented, overall plant efficiency has risen by 4 percent. DryFining has also reduced emissions of sulfur dioxide by 40 percent, mercury by 20 percent, nitrogen oxides by 20 percent and carbon dioxide by 4 percent.

“Ultimately we need fewer tons of coal, because DryFining increases the amount of

energy in every ton,” said Great River Energy Senior Principal Engineer Charlie Bullinger. In late 2014, DryFining celebrated five years of operation around the same time that the 30 millionth ton of lignite underwent the Dry Fining process.

About an hour west of Coal Creek Station is Stanton Station. The coal-based power plant has been a reliable performer for decades, and it continues to improve its environmental performance in step with emission limits. Research on mercury control technology at the facility has led to a breakthrough solution that will lead to significant mercury emission reductions that will help keep electricity prices affordable.

The plant known today as Elk River Energy Recovery Station in Elk River, Minnesota, has proven remarkably flexible, accommodating a variety of fuels in its history. The facility began commercial operation in 1950 fueled by coal and oil. In 1963, it was converted to a nuclear power plant, before again being fueled by coal and oil in 1968. In 1989, the plant was converted to operate on refuse-derived fuel (RDF).

This fuel, which results from processing household garbage, allows Great River Energy to make electricity with an abundant waste product. Better yet, Great River Energy extracts steel and aluminum to be recycled, and virtually no waste ends up in the landfill.

“We have been good stewards of what we have,” added Bullinger. “The goal has always been to produce efficient megawatt-hours of electricity – and we have done a good job.”

Robust plant control systems are critical for sustaining high plant performance. Great River Energy recognized this fact early on and developed a long-term strategy to modernize the systems that control power plants. Beginning in the 1990s, aging analog controls were replaced with modern, digital technology. Modernization projects continue today replacing controls as they become obsolete.

~Great River Energy

Constant attention keeps plants modern

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Turkey Joes

Barbara Smith of Darwin submitted this month’s winner for Favorite Sandwich Recipe

Turkey JoesShe will receive a $10 credit on her electric bill.

For October, submit your favorite Apple Recipe by September 30 to:

Meeker Cooperative ATTN: Becky Sorenson,

1725 US Hwy 12, Suite 100Litchfield, MN 55355

Turkey Joes

1 medium onion, finely chopped1 medium pepper (green, red, sweet banana peppers or combo)1 lb. ground turkey2 medium tomatoes, chopped (or small can diced tomatoes)1/3 cup tomato paste (or 1/4 cup catsup)3 Tbsp. brown sugar2 Tbsp. cider vinegar1/2 tsp. salt1/4 tsp. black pepper

Heat 3-4 Tbsp. oil in skillet and brown vegetables until soft (5-6 minutes). Add rest of ingredients and mix well. Cook 7-8 minutes more. In the meantime, butter buns and skillet-toast them. Serve topped with a slice of American cheese, if desired.

Makes 4-5 sandwiches.

Minnesota residents are eligible for a sales tax exemption on their electric bill from

November through April each year if electricity is the primary source of heat in their home. Meeker Co-op is updating its list of members who are eligible to apply for this sales tax exemption. Even if you have received the credit in the past, it is important to reapply this year to maintain your exemption. Location #29-22-202

To apply for sales tax exemption, complete the application on this page, call 320-693-3231 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. weekdays, pick up an application at Meeker Cooperative’s office, or visit our website (www.meeker.coop) and download a form from “Downloadable Forms.”

Members who qualified in the past but who have changed their primary heating system to something other than electric should be aware that a penalty per transaction may be assessed by the MN Department of Revenue if you receive a tax exemption fraudulently. It is your responsibility to let our Member Service Representatives know of the heating system change.

MEMBERS: You Must Re-apply for Tax Exemption on Heat

You may see a reduction on your October electric bill

W ith the fall season upon us, your Co-op’s winter residential rate is in effect from Sept. 1 through May 31. The summer rate of 12.3¢ per kWh will now be 10.3¢ per kWh for the general service. And

the energy management rate will fall from 5.7¢ per kWh to 5.2¢ per kWh. The energy you use in September will be reflected on your October bill at the lower rate. Feel free to contact us with questions about your energy use, including our energy efficiency and management programs, dual fuel, and rebates. These programs will help reduce your energy cost and could save you hundreds of dollars a year. Location # 22-02-201

This year’s Meeker County Fair was held during a streak of beautiful weather which was enjoyed by fair-goers of all ages. The highlights of this

year’s Fair included a celebration of Meeker Co-op’s 80th Anniversary with an 80-year look at lighting and metering.

Members got the chance to light up some bulbs by peddling Great River Energy’s Energy Bike. They discovered that lighting up CFL and LED bulbs was considerably easier than lighting standard incandescent bulbs that required more wattage.

The winner of the Co-op’s drawing for a basket full of LED bulbs was Bev Stier of Watkins. Congratulations Bev!

The Co-op 80th Anniversary at the Fair

MCLP MembersELECTRIC HEATING SALES TAX

EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE

This is to certify that the main source of heat for heating my home (over 50%) is furnished by PERMANENTLY installed electric heating equipment (not portable) and I, therefore, am eligible for the electric heating sales tax exemption as provided by Minnesota State Law between November and April. Member is obligated to notify the Co-op with changes in eligibility.

Verify Your Heating System:r Air Source Heat Pumpr Ground Source Heat Pumpr Space Heating (baseboard, cover, etc.)r Plenum Heaterr In-Floor Radiant (boiler) Heat

_____________________________________Print Name on Account

_____________________________________Member Signature

Account Number: _________________________Address: __________________________________________________________________Billing Address (If different than premise address):________________________________________________________________________Date: ________________________________

RETURN TO: Meeker Cooperative Light and Power Assoc. 1725 US Hwy. 12 E., Suite 100 Litchfield, MN 55355 Attn: Carol

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Kandiyohi, McLeod & Meeker countiesHeartland Community Action AgencyPO Box 1359, 200 4th St. SWWillmar, MN 56201Toll free: (800) 992-1710Kandiyohi: (320) 235-0850McLeod: (800) 829-2132Meeker: (800) 770-4081Cosmos: (800) 992-1710

McLeod County areaMcLeod County SocialService Center1805 Ford Avenue NorthGlencoe, MN 55336(320) 864-3144(320) 484-4330(800) 247-1756 (Toll Free)

Renville County areaRenville County EnergyAssistance Program105 S. 5th Street, Suite 203H,Olivia, MN 56277(320) 523-5522(800) 363-2533

Wright County areaWright CountyCommunity Action130 West Division StreetMaple Lake, MN 55358(320) 963-6500

Stearns County areaStearns Tri-CountyAction Programs1210 23rd Ave. So.P.O. Box 683Waite Park, MN 56387(320) 251-1612(888) 765-5597

Get Your Questions Answered About Cold Weather Shut-Off Protection For Residents and Military Personnel

What is the Cold Weather Rule?

A The Cold Weather Rule protects some

members from having their electricity shut off due to non-payment between October 15 and April 15.

Can my heat be shut off in the winter?

A Yes. The Cold Weather Rule

still allows electricity to be shut off for non-payment. You will only be protected if electricity provides your primary source of heat AND you have done all the following things:

• Your household income meets the state guidelines (less than 50 percent of the state median income).

• You provide Meeker Co-op with a completed Application for Electric Shut-Off Protection; and

• You have a payment arrangement with the Co-op that you have remained reasonably current with.

What must I do to receive shut-off protection?

A If you are behind in your electricity payments and you will

not be able to catch up, your first step is to call Meeker Cooperative.

We don’t want to shut off anyone’s electricity. We will work with you to set up a payment arrangement or help you to see if you qualify for shut-off protection. There is no way we can know

what your financial situation is unless you tell us. At right is a list of providers that can help with your energy bills. It is up to you to contact them for help.

Will you disconnect me without my knowledge?

A No. You will receive a “Notice of

Disconnection” in your bill, along with the list of agencies that may help you; a form for you to fill out stating you can’t pay; a list of rights and responsibilities for you as well as the Cooperative; and a list of payment plans and other ways to prevent disconnection. If you receive this information, you MUST take the next step and call us or one of the agencies who can help you.

We will not disconnect electricity without first notifying you via a door hanger or phone call. We also won’t disconnect the electricity on a Friday, a weekend, or the day before a holiday.

If my electricity has been disconnected, how can I be reconnected?

A In order to re-establish power, contact Meeker Cooperative

for the total balance due, which may include additional fees and a deposit.

Our members are important to Meeker Cooperative. We would rather work with you to set up a plan to pay your bill than disconnect your service. But everyone who needs help must ask for it by calling 320-693-3231 or 800-232-6257.

Are Military personnel subject to shut-off?

AWhen a household member has been ordered into

active duty, for deployment, or for a change of duty station, some customers may find it hard to pay their utility bills.

Minnesota law protects these military personnel from shut-off if they cannot pay their utility bills in full. For more information or to apply for protection and set up a payment plan, please contact Meeker Cooperative at 800-232-6257 or 320-693-3231.

If a serviceman or woman and Meeker Co-op cannot agree on a payment plan, you have the right to appeal to the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission.

Meeker Co-op will not disconnect your service during the appeal process.

For more information or additional answers to your questions on the Cold Weather Rule, please call our office at 320-693-3231 or 800-232-6257.

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August 2015Operation Round Up Recipients ........

Community ServiceAmerican Legion Post 381, Eden Valley .......$250Cemetery Association, Manannah ............ $1,500Fire Department, Cokato .............................. $1,500Forest City Stockade ...........................................$500Historical Society, Cokato .................................$500Ness Church, Litchfield .................................. $1,400Rescue Squad, Litchfield ...................................$900Rod & Gun Club, Cedar Mills ............................$500

Education and YouthIMPACT, Eden Valley-Watkins ..........................$500Meeker County 4-H ......................................... $1,500

EnvironmentLake Ripley Improvement Association .... $1,000

K-12 Teacher GrantACGC Schools ........................................................$430Dassel-Cokato Middle School .........................$300Eden Valley Watkins Elementary ....................$260Eden Valley-Watkins Secondary School .. $1,512

................................................................ Total $12,552

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Win $80 credit on your next bill!

For 2015, we will credit $80 to three members who find their location numbers in honor of our 80th Anniversary! Three location numbers have been hidden within this Pioneer. If you find your number and claim it by calling Meeker Cooperative by September 30 you will have $80 credited to your account! Paul Knisley of Litchfield and Wilfred Flaschenriem of Watkins found their location number and will have $80 credited to their account. Good Luck!

Pioneer Ads — Free want ad service for members. Please limit your ad to nine words. Use the coupon printed below or available at Meeker Cooperative’s front desk to submit your ad. Ads will be printed for one month only. Please submit a new ad if you want it published more than one month. Include your name and address, which will be used for identification purposes only. Ads must be received by September 30 to be included in the October issue. We no longer accept “Service” or “For Rent” ads.

Please run this ad in the next PioneerName: ______________________________________________

Address: ____________________________________________

Telephone number: ___________________________________

Remember to limit your ad to nine words!

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Clip and Send to: Meeker Cooperative, 1725 US Hwy. 12, Suite 100, Litchfield, MN 55355 Attn: Becky Sorenson or email [email protected]

• Trailer-load split wood, $45. Apple wood, $15. 320-764-2286.• Yamaha 433B snowmobile-restore or parts, ‘70s model, $120. 320-905-6597.• Gold’s Gym elliptical. Nothing fancy, but works. $40. 320-293-6051.• Insulated doghouse. 320-275-4254/ 320-420-4253.• Hoveround motorized wheelchair, little-used. $500/obo. 320-693-2301.• Fern peonies. 320-275-4254/ 320-420-4253.• 16-ft. wood ext. ladder, stored inside, very gd. cond. 612-720-5197.• 1995 Polaris Sportsman 400 ATV 4x4. 320-583-6672.

• Puppies (2 litters): Purebred Husky; Cocker Spaniel mix. 320-453-8461.• 14-ft. Lund alum. boat, 15hp Johnson, trailer. $875. 320-282-4950.• Clear Lk: 2-BR modular, dbl. lot, city sewer, priv. well, poss. C/D, $125,000. 612-212-7693.• 2011 Ariens sno-blower, 32”, 420cc, well maint. used little. $1,500. 605-366-9193.• Male rabbits, great pets. 320-877-7793.• Winchester Supr. Ballistic Silvertip 243WSSM 95-grain. $25/box of 20 (4 boxes). 320-236-7684.• Winchester 243WSSM 100-gr. PP. $25/box of 20 (3 boxes). 320-236-7684/ 320-493-0001.• Garden tiller, $125. 320-693-7424.

• Steel scaffolding, approx. 30-ft, wood planks incl. 320-275-2063.• 18-Ft. 1997 Weeres Pontoon, 40hp Merc., live-well, gd. cond. $4,000. 952-836-7151.• 14-Ft. boat/motor/trailer for hunting/fishing. $595. 320-296-5874.• Garmin GPS, $50; Brown loveseat, $30. 612-710-4112.• 14 Cu. Ft. upright freezer, lk. new, $240. 320-764-2584.• Lowrey Organ, old. $100. 320-275-3541.• NordicTrack Pro, BO; Antq. books (1941-42, Lloyd Douglas, Faith Baldwin. 320-552-1114.• Sportcraft Foosball Table, $60. 320-282-8110.• Fiberglass basketball board/hoop/pole, $10. 320-764-2757.• Kodak 140-slide tray carousel/projector/screen. 320-693-8492.• Ladies’ NB gray suede, 9M, lk. new. 320-693-8492.• Wood ironing board; scrap lumber for crafts. 320-693-8492.• Dog kennel 6-ft X 6-ft. x 12-ft. w/top, $95. 612-616-6481.• 80-acre farm/home site, priv., very nice, close to Litchfield. 320-434-0752.

• Dining Tbl./6 chrs., $150; kitch. Tbl./6 chrs., $75; Furniture. 320-593-1195.• Push lawn mower w/bagger, $95. 320-693-7424.• Two riding lawn mowers w/baggers, $275/ea. 320-693-7424.• Alto sax w/case; electric guitar; walk-behind tiller. 320-583-2133.• VitaMaster Treadmill, $100. 320-593-8585.• Club car golf cart, elec., new batts, $1,800/obo. 320-693-7399.• 14-ft. Lund Rebel boat, 25hp Yamaha, exc. cond. 507-640-0495. • 5-BR house, 3.5 acres near Lk. Washington. 320-296-1511.• Pride lift chair, mod. GL-3585, $250/obo. 320-453-5192.• 2 white/chrome kit. chairs, brand new. 320-453-5192.• 2 HO scale trains; 1 Great North., 1 Mil., 20 cars, many bldgs. 320-420-5830.• 14-ft. Alum. Lund duckboat, exc. cond. & 14 duck decoys. All $325. 320-420-2272.• 1981 Miller Big 40 D/C welder, $1,100/obo. 320-212-1120.• Emerald green accent chair, like new. $50. 320-877-7724.• Standing timber, straight, tall red elm, oak, ash, cherry, other. 320-857-2103.• Electric range, exc. cond., incl. new powercord. $95. 320-857-2103.• Antique dolls: Simon & Halbig, SFBJ, Renee Blough, many more. 612-805-0179.• Lester spinet piano. $100. 612-805-0179.• Lawn sweeper, $50. Drinking cups. Straw chopper. 320-275-2842.• Garden cart, wood w/steel frame, 37” L X 26” W, can tow. 952-938-8269.• 12-ft. homemade ice house/wheels. $1,500/obo. 320-221-2103.• 55-gal. metal barrels/lids. 320-221-2103.• Canoe, older 12-ft, lightweight fiberglass. $50. 320-693-8993.

• 8-ft. pickup camper, sleeps 4. LP stove/furnace, elec. Fridge. $1,200/obo. 320-221-2103.• Hobie kayak/sail/wheels, $750 (new $2,800). 320-693-8993.• Plumbing supplies, ½-price. Call for item list. 952-938-8269.• PWC ’98 Tigershark 770, ’02 trailer. $1,450. 952-938-8269.• Four 4-ft. 120V elec. baseboard heaters, $20/ea. 320-249-4156.• 15-Ft. boat, 70hp, trailer, conv. top, cover, $2,000. 320-275-0144.• 1989 33-ft. Mallard Travel Trailer. 507-276-7199.• 1961 Ford school bus converted camper. 507-276-7199.• Wood storm window, overall size 28” X 58”. 320-275-3413.• 17-ft. Pelican Gamefish canoe, square back. 320-243-8033.

• Small square wheat straw bales, $3.50/bale. 320-221-2309.• 8N tractor, $2,500. 14-ft. heavy-duty trailer, $900. 320-220-0969.• 1948 Farmall tractor, runs well, narrow front tires. 320-974-8818.• Grass alfalfa mix, small squares, nice. $5/bale. Dassel. 320-275-5301.• Lawn sweeper, $50. Drinking cups. Straw chopper. 320-275-2842.• Hog feeder, nice cond., $100. 320-693-3800.• Grass hay in 1,000-lb. round bales. $45/ea. 320-282-5607.• 2008 Gehl 5640E turbo 82 HP Deutz 2-speed 7.5 bucket H3938. 320-905-5625.• Alfalfa mixed grass, 2nd crop, small sq., $4.75/bale. 320-221-1954.• Mixed grass hay for bedding, sm. sq., $1/bale. 320-221-1954.• 4 X 5 mixed grass round bales, $35/round bale. 320-221-1954.• Mixed sm. bales grass hay for horses, $5/each obo. 320-293-1395.

• JD 6600 for parts, 329 diesel engine. 320-221-1984.• Patz small bale straw chopper, lk. new. 507-228-8594. • Allis Chal. D19 combine w/soybean/grain heads. $1,200. 320-693-2766.• Federal 7” x 45’ PTO grain auger. $375. 320-693-2766.• Lorenz 100 Bushel feed mill fix or parts. $375. 320-693-2766.

• 1997 Mercury Mystique, 140,000 mi., $1,300, runs well. 320-221-2309.• 2007 Chev. Aveo 4-dr., 4-sp., 119,000 mi., gd. runner, $3,000. 320-420-2507.• 2010 Ford Explorer XLT, remote start, 3rd-row seats, 76,000 mi., $16,500. 320-905-1482.• 1947 Ford pickup 6-cyl., ½-ton, restored. $24,500. 320-275-4133.

• 500 gal. or smaller propane tank. 320-295-1066.• Female goat not for milking. 320-492-2960, ask for Bruce.• Blacksmith tools. 320-333-4171.• Bolt action single-shot .22 rifle. 320-252-1115.• New or used combo sliding deck door w/screen 76” W X 84” H. 612-616-6481.• Garage service door, older, wood, approx. 32” X 80”. 612-327-3091

• Steel boat lift. 763-533-6910.• 16-ft. alum. garage door w/hardware, drk. Brown. 612-875-9624.• 7.5-ft. Scottsdale pine artificial Christmas tree w/800 clear lights. 320-857-2912.• 10-ft. X 22-ft. Butler portable shelter. Some damage, you move. 320-857-2912.

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