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Lots of entertainment on Finn Fest 2014 schedule

The return of Reza the Illusionist, the performance of a New York-based Finnish singer, a documentary on a

story of long-ago murders and a street dance are among the reasons to get excited about the upcoming Finn Fest celebration.

The festival will begin Friday, June 20, at the school. Saturday’s events will begin at the school,

then move to Main Street for the parade, and finally to the park for the rest of the day’s activities. Sunday’s events will be at Savo Hall.

See page 2 for a schedule (note that it may change; some entertainment may yet be added). Much more information will be published in the June issue.THURSDAY, MAY 22

Last day of school. School dismisses at 1 p.m.Regional track meet at Milbank; leave at 7 a.m.

SATURDAY, MAY 24Elm Lake Association meeting, 10 a.m. at Larry’s Garage. Brown Co. Highway Superintendent Dirk Rogers will give an update on roads and Brown County Emergency Manager Scott Meints will discuss emergency management.

TUESDAY, MAY 27Driver’s education in Leola, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Leave from Frederick at 7:30 a.m. Daily through May 30.

FRIDAY, MAY 30State track meet at Sioux Falls.

MONDAY, JUNE 16Frederick Forward meeting, 7 p.m. Location TBA; call or text 380-3770 for details.

FRIDAY, JUNE 20Finn Fest in Frederick. Continues Saturday, June 21, and Sunday, June 22. See schedule inside.

SATURDAY, JUNE 28Westport Community Day. Watch for details on the Westport Facebook page: www.facebook.com/WestportSouthDakota.

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Congratulations, Class of 2014! Special graduation section inside.

By Cole Hinz FASD Journalism

While many students in area schools were thinking about renting tuxes and buying dresses for prom, this year’s

Frederick seniors were thinking about what to wear to the White House.

The senior class decided last year that their fundraising efforts would go toward a class

trip, which they thought would be a more memorable experience than a small-town prom.

They discussed different destinations and ended up deciding on the East Coast, in part because they could travel with students from Bowdle and Herreid, which lowered the cost of the trip.

Photo courtesy Cole Hinz

The U.S. Capitol was on the list of sites visited by Frederick Area’s Class of 2014 in April.

Class of 2014 takes on big cities

Five-day trip was an alternative to a one-evening prom

See SENIORS on page 4

FRIDAY, JUNE 205:30 PM- 7 PM

Supper. Barbecues, chips, beans, dessert. Free-will donation. Frederick Area School

5:30 PM- 7 PM

Interactive Art Project. Add your family stories. All are welcome to participate. Frederick Area School

7 PM SISU Award Presentation and Little Miss/Mister Finn Contest. The award honors two people who have served the Frederick community with determination and perseverance, living up to the best meaning of sisu. Frederick Area School

7:30 PM- 9 PM

Reza: World-famous Illusionist and Magician. Frederick Area School

9 PM Family Movie with Concessions. Frederick Area School

SATURDAY, JUNE 217:30 AM Registration for 5K Road Race & Fun Walk.

Race begins at 8 AM. $20 fee includes a T-shirt. Contact Janelle Barondeau at 329-2305 with questions. Frederick Area School

8-10 AM Pancake Breakfast. Free-will donation. Frederick Area School

8-10 AM Bake Sale and Finn Bread Tasting. Frederick Area School

9 AM- 3 PM

Frederick Museum Open. Museum display; many silent auction items; sale of Finnish items and Finn Fest souvenirs. Frederick Museum, Main Street

9 AM NDMA Points Race. Admission charged. Kick-N-K Motocross (north end of Frederick)

10 AM Softball Tournament. Frederick Ballfield10 AM - NOON

Root Beer Floats. Served in front of the Emma Burnham Public Library

10:30 AM

Parade. Led by 2014 Sisu Award honorees. Free registration at finnfest.net. Main Street; line up at Frederick Elevator

11 AM- 7 PM

Craft Show. Vendors, see finnfest.net for registration form. Simmons Park

11 AM- 10 PM

Food Vendors. Simmons Park

NOON- 5 PM

Inflatable Games. Simmons Park

NOON- 5 PM

Tikkuristi (Finnish dance) and Kubb or Mölkky (stick-tossing game). Games will be set up for play throughout the afternoon. Simmons Park

2 PM Finnish Competitions. Boot Toss, Cell Phone Toss and Wife-Carrying Contest. For wife-carrying: $15 fee for couples includes T-shirts. First prize is the wife’s weight in beer! Simmons Park

4 - 8 PM Entertainment TBA. Simmons Park8 PM Singer Paula Jaakkola. Simmons Park

Frederick is about 27 miles north of Aberdeen on U.S. Hwy 281. Savo Church and Hall are about 8 miles northeast of Frederick, at the intersection of Brown County roads 3 and 14.

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Street Dance with Music by Green Pyramid. Simmons Park

DARK Sky Lantern Parade. Lanterns, $5 each. Simmons Park

DARK Fireworks by Finnish Line Fireworks. Across the Maple River, Simmons Park

SUNDAY, JUNE 229 AM NDMA Points Race. Admission charged.

Kick-N-K Motocross (north end of Frederick)

10 AM Softball Tournament. Frederick Ballfield

10 AM Church Service. Savo Church

11 AM -3:30 PM

Family Stories Artwork on Display. Savo Hall, across from Savo Church

11:30 PM Mojakka (stew) with Finn Bread. Savo Hall, across from Savo Church

1 PM Showing of “Yoopera.” This documentary describes the creation of a Finnish-American opera about murders in a Michigan mining community in 1906. The film’s editor, Erin Smith, will speak. Savo Hall

2:15 PM Kahvitauko (coffee break). Savo Hall

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Five Frederick Area teachers attended the Technology in Education conference April 13-15 in Sioux Falls.

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Kallas attended from Frederick Area.The conference was laid out in a three-day

schedule. On Sunday, there was an in-depth session about the use of technology followed by a speaker addressing blended learning in classrooms.

On Monday, educators attended breakout sessions of 55 minutes apiece, specializing in each educator’s field of teaching. Monday also featured a speaker discussing lessons that have been learned from the outside

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breakout sessions as well as another speaker presenting different learning techniques to use with technology.

Mrs. Hertel said one of the ideas she hopes to bring back to her classroom is the Learn 360 program, a website-based program that provides video, audio and other materials to support classroom learning. She’s looking into getting a subscription for it.

All local science fair winners honored at NSUBy Briana Nordine

FASD Journalism

Every year in March, all the students from seventh grade to sophomores are in a mad rush to finish their science projects.

March 10th the local science fair took place inside the Frederick School gym. At the local science fair Keely Podoll, Demi

Truebenbach, Johnathan Sumption and Stephen Haas all come out as the winners.

These students went on to the State Science fair at NSU. At this science fair, the kids to get a full experience of competing at the state level, Mrs. Sarah Sumption said.

This year, the state competition took place March 27. All the Frederick students who attended went home with prizes.

• Keely Podoll: Honorable mention, water bottle, and $25

• Hannah Sumption: Honorable mention and $25

• Jonathan Sumption and Stephan Haas: Computer bags and certificate from the United States Army

• Demi Truebenbach: Won second place and received a trophy

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On April 3, the Frederick seniors departed on their epic journey, touring the main attractions in Washington D.C., Philadelphia, and New York City. It was a five-day trip with a packed itinerary.

The students left the school at midnight on Thursday morning, driving through snowy conditions for an 8 a.m. departure from Sioux Falls. They took a connecting flight from Minneapolis, and landed in D.C. around 1 p.m. Eastern time.

The seniors met up with other seniors from Bowdle and Herreid and then boarded a charter bus heading to their first destination, Mount Vernon. The group spent two days in D.C., visiting well-known places such as the White House, the Capitol, Arlington National Cemetery, and numerous war memorials.

The third day was consumed by traveling to New York City, with a quick pit stop in Philadelphia. They arrived late to Independence Hall and ended up wandering the streets of Philly looking at

the historical buildings. The last two days of the trip were spent

touring the Big Apple. The students got to visit the Statue of Liberty, Times Square, and Grand Central Station. Before visiting Times Square, the seniors attended “The Lion King” on Broadway. A highlight of the trip for a majority of the kids was exploring Times Square.

“It gave us a taste of the big-city life and a new look on reality,” senior Hattie Zinter said.

One of the last stops before heading home was the 9/11 memorial. Studying the names and observing the memorial water falls really hit home for the students.

“This memorial was definitely an emotional one,” Mariah Mikkonen said. “Thinking back on that fateful day and seeing all of those names really left a mark.”

The class departed from New York at 4 p.m. April 7, and landed in Sioux Falls around 9 p.m. They then travelled back to Frederick, and attended school the next morning.

It was a whirlwind trip that the students will never forget.

SENIORS: Trip to East Coast ‘gave us a taste of the big-city life and a new look on reality’

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Photos courtesy Cole Hinz

Students at the World War II Memorial, top, and at the Lincoln Memorial, bottom.

Dustin David BerganParents/siblings: Robert and Janel Bergan / Eric and RyanFavorite memory: Government trip to PierreBest advice: During hard times, my mother would tell me, “Just get through it.”Future plans: Undecided

Dane CampbellParents/siblings: Scott and Teresa / CassonFavorite memory: Going to the Dakota Dome and playing with my teammates.Best advice: “Be yourself ” – my momFuture plans: Attend Northern State University, majoring in Business

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Graduation ceremony: 2 p.m. Saturday, May 17 at Frederick Area School

Colors: purple, silver and black • Flower: Purple Peruvian (lily)Motto: “Life is not a problem to be solved but a reality to be

experienced.” —Soren Kierkegaard

Jacob EngeParents/siblings: John and Denise Enge / Mandy, Brady, Ashley, and SarabethFavorite memory: Battling the seniors during homecoming week my junior year. Best advice: “Don’t be sorry, just change.” —Mr. PashenFuture plans: Attend North Dakota State College of Science, majoring in Construction Technology

Evan EmeryParents/siblings: Eugene and Doreen Emery / Ethan and TyneillFavorite memory: Playing in the dome for state football.Best advice: “Don’t be that guy!” —Mr. PashenFuture plans: Attend North Dakota State University, majoring in architecture.


Cole Michael HinzParents/siblings: Darwin and Crystal Hinz / Mitch Wilson Favorite memory: My favorite memories involve me giggling with Hattie. It all starts with the phrase, “I got the giggles!” which then progresses to hysterical sets of wheezes and sometimes snorts. Another favorite memory of mine, was playing games in the gym on Hattie’s birthday. Oh, and of course when Mariah fell down the stairs in junior high.Best advice: “It’s hard to value your own opinion more than others, when you see their opinion written on their faces. Close your eyes. That’s the problem.” —Hattie ZinterFuture plans: Attend South Dakota State University, majoring in Apparel Merchandising.

Justin HellandParents/siblings: Randy and Lisa Bretsch / Breanna Helland, Alex Bretsch, Johnathan Bretsch, Katelyn BretschFavorite memory: When Matt and I were taking football pads back to the storage shed and we couldn’t figure out the combination to the lock so we unscrewed the hinges and took the door off so we could get in.Best advice: “A bad day of fishing is always better than a good day of working” —Randy BretschFuture plans: Stay at home and farm with my older brother and dad.

Carston Andrew HertelParents/siblings: Brian and Doreen Hertel / Corley and CayleeFavorite memory: Tampering with Jacobs iPad on the senior tripBest advice: “Don’t ask the same question after the question was just already answered.” —Mr. PashenFuture plans: Attend South Dakota State University, majoring in Business

Austin HoernerParents/siblings: Mark and Sandy Hoerner / RachelBest advice: “Always be yourself and keep your head up” —from my dadFuture plans: Attend Presentation College, majoring in Nursing

Katie GoehringParents/siblings: Steve and Julie Goehring / Brennan and TrevorFavorite memory: The bonfire at Mariah’s the last day of junior year.Best advice: The only person that you should try to be better than is the person you were yesterday.Future plans: Attend Northern State University, major undecided


Derek SimmonsParents/siblings: Tim Selzler and Darcy Simmons / Sara Hup, Sandi Ahrlin, Simon Bickford, and Sean BickfordFavorite memory: Going to the Dakota Dome my senior year of footballBest advice: “Never let anyone bring you down. They’re just jealous that you’re on top, and they’re on the bottom”Future plans: 8-year Active Army service, followed by 6-10 years of college, Double-Majoring in Business Administration and World History, and Minoring in International Politics

Hailey Leona SumptionParents/siblings: Eric and Stacey / Jonathan, Hannah, Jakob, and MaddieBest advice: “Enjoy high school cause it goes by fast” -Every High School Senior everFavorite memory: When we had a Christmas door decorating contest our junior year, but we decided to decorate half the hallway and Mr. Morlock’s room.Future plans: Attend Mitchell Tech, majoring in Medical Assisting

Tanner Allen PodollParents/siblings: Jason and Becky Podoll / Trevor, Isabelle, IrelandeFavorite memory: When I stuck a pie in my face at Homecoming.Best advice: “You’re not in high school forever.” –Mrs. KellerFuture plans: Join the Army and then attend Black Hills State University

Mariah MikkonenParents/siblings: Lonny and Krysti Mikkonen / Shrylle, Blain, JaydenFavorite memory: The bonfires at Hattie’s last summer and my house at the end of junior year.Best advice: “Don’t take high school for granted, it goes by way too fast” —every senior everFuture plans: Attend Augustana College, majoring in Biomedical Engineering

Derrick PodollParents/siblings: Lance and Amy Podoll / Chelsy Favorite memory: playing for the state football championship in the domeBest advice: “Learn from other peoples’ mistakes.” —everyoneFuture plans: Attend South Dakota State University, majoring in Civil Engineering


Nathan SumptionParents/siblings: Chris and Lisa Sumption / Stefani, Brian, and ZacharyFavorite memory: Senior football seasonBest advice: “If you get in a fight you don’t have to be bigger or stronger, just get the first swing in and make it a good one.” —John SumptionFuture plans: Attend North Dakota State College of Science, majoring in Farm Management

Aleesha TaylorParents/siblings: Dan and Sheral Taylor / Danielle, Terry, Stephen, BrandonFavorite memory: Spending time with my friends.Best advice: Mrs. Brooks gave me great advice in math class.Future plans: I will find a job

Matt WeisserParents/siblings: Chuck and Val Weisser / LoganFavorite memory: Painting the mural in the K-6 hallway and spraying yellow paint all over Evan’s Oregon sweat shirt.Best advice: “Do it right the first time” —Mr. Morlock. Future plans: Attend North Dakota State College of Science, majoring in Crop and Sales Production/ Ranch Management

Hattie Johanna Zinter

Parents/siblings: Jeff and Tonya Zinter / Caitlin Beckham, Carmen Swartwout, Chelsey PlampFavorite memory: The bonfire at Mariah’s on the last day of junior year. Our senior class trip. When Cole and I would laugh at each other while we gave speeches in 10th grade.Best advice: “Be yourself.” — Caitlin Beckham. “When you think you have it all figured out, open the Good Book and read it; then read it again.” — Steve BeckmanFuture plans: Attend South Dakota State University, majoring in Speech Pathology

Donald William Wolter

Parents/siblings: Randy & Betty Wolter / Andrew, Erin, Faith, WyattFavorite memory: Putting together dice in welding class Future plans: Not sure


Official Board Proceedings Frederick Area School District #6-2April 15, 2014The meeting of the Board of Education of the FrederickArea School District #6-2 was called to order on April 15, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Lance Podoll with all members present. Others present were Bev Myer, Justin Downes, Deb Klapperich, Rick Downes and Lynnette Hertel.The meeting began with all present reciting the Pledge of Allegiance.Action 13-81 Motion by Forsting second by Walworth to approve the agenda. All aye, carried.Action 13-82 Motion by Schlosser second by Forstingto approve the consent agenda which included the following items:A. MinutesB. Financial Statements as presented.C. BillsAll aye, carried.FREDERICK AREA SCHOOL, APRIL CLAIMS GENERAL FUNDAmericinn Motel, Sioux Falls SD Lodging 50.00Ameripride Services, Inc. Fees 149.94Bergan, Janel Meals 61.00Bonn Express Fuel 499.25Century Business Products, Inc Toner 393.45Christianson, Mark Bus Wash 40.00Clark Title Company Fees 150.00Cole Papers, Inc. Supplies 605.24 Crawford Trucks & Equipment Repairs 644.95Custodian Engineers Assn Of SD Fees 160.00Dakota Dust-Tex, Inc. Fees 130.30Dakota Electronics Fees 20.00Demco, Inc. Library Supplies 128.75Downes, Justin Meals/Mileage 296.20Farnam’s Genuine Parts Inc Repairs 27.96Groton Independent, Inc Publication 155.42Hertel, Lynnette Meals 61.00Hub Area Technical School Fees 1,616.00J.w. Pepper & Son Inc. Music 197.99James Valley Coop. Tele. Co. Telephone 359.52Jm Electric Inc. Repairs 617.27Kallas, Amanda Meals 61.00Klein’s Pens 14.21Leola School District 1/2 BB Dist Share 756.07Mac’s Inc. Repairs 52.67Menards Aberdeen Repairs 61.44Morlock, Marty Meals 26.00Myer, Beverly Meals 64.00O’Reilly Auto Parts Repairs 210.20Oakes Truck And Trailer Center Repairs 2,490.53Podoll, Lance Mileage 272.32Pomp’s Tire Service, Inc Repairs 275.56Ringgenberg, Jessica Meals 61.00Sander’s Sew-N-Vac Supplies 43.98Schwan Welding And Boiler Repair Repairs 34.50

SD High School Activities Association Fees 934.00 SDASBO Fees 50.00Seyer Plumbing & Heating, Inc. Repairs 177.10Trust And Agency Fund Reimbursement 332.40Wells Fargo Business Card Books 165.70Aberdeen Lock And Key Door Locks 4,790.00Double “D” Body Shop Inc. Windshield 327.00Jm Electric Inc. Repairs 418.00Marc Supplies 2,417.38Mertz, Garry Lp Tank 150.00Myer, Beverly Mileage 305.74North Central Farmers Elevator Fuel 52.15Pomp’s Tire Service, Inc Repairs 87.90 Capital Outlay Fund: Dakota Oil Oil 99.70Hauff Mid-America Sports Uniforms 309.50High Plains Technology, Inc. Projectors 1,004.74Hub Area Technical School Fees 834.00Morlock, Marty Fuel 96.00Town Of Frederick Water 199.03Trust And Agency Fund Reimbursement 2,881.87Wordware Inc Software 1,124.00Dakota Oil Oil 2,042.40Morlock, Marty Fuel 75.00North Central Farmers Elevator Fuel 5,153.08SPECIAL EDUCATION FUND: Lutheran Social Services Of SD Fees 105.00FOOD SERVICE: Ameripride Services, Inc. Fees 157.44Community Store Food 8.36Cwd-Aberdeen Ffvp Fruit/Veg 5,193.43Kessler’s Grocery Food 1.54,South Dakota Department Of Ed Processing 310.98Blue Ribbon Maintenance Supplies Supplies 280.65SD Department Of Education Processing 223.78SALARIES: GENERAL: Adm. & Teachers 90,631.81Support 7133.59SS & Med 23,936.20 The following benefits and salaries are included in the above totals. AFLAC insurance 275.62American Funds retirement 1515.60Benefit Mall life ins 194.17Delta Dental ins. 1067.97SD District Benefit Fund ins 10,166.18SDRS Supplemental retirement 324.97Security Benefit retirement 250.00SDRS retirement 8336.56VSP Vision ins 157.34Justin Downes driving 200.00Jeff Forsting board salary 191.64Ann Hegge 1200.00Liz Labesky concessions 90.00Tami Nickleson sub 80.00Brock Pashen ref 30.00Lance Podoll board salary 213.84Leroy Podoll bus driving 510.90Jessica Ringgenberg student teacher stipend 75.00Carma Ruenz sub 650.00Ellen Schlosser sub 80.00Rich Schlosser board salary 181.65

Marie Schumacher sub 100.00Eric Sumption board salary 191.64Michelle Sumption sub 320.00Sarah Sumption student teacher stipend 75.00Colleen Wallien student teacher stipend 37.50Stephanie Sumption sub 280.00Andrew Tschosik sub 1200.00Dennis Walworth board salary 171.11Tonya Zinter BB book 120.00SPECIAL ED: Teachers 9898.53Support 2304.35SS & Med 3012.72Delta Dental insurance 76.39SD District Benefit Fund insurance 1009.90SDRS retirement 979.44VSP insurance 28.38Ann Hegge sub 938.90Carma Ruenz sub 64.64Alura Schweitz sub 369.40Stephanie Sumption sub 147.76Food Service Fund: Support 3320.37SS & Med 890.84SDRS retirement 373.24VSP insurance 14.04.

The following reports were given at this time:A. Bev Myer – Superintendent/ADB. Justin Downes – PrincipalC. Lance Podoll – TransportationD. Rick Downes – Grounds and MaintenanceE. Bev Myer – Athletic Co-op F. Rich Schlosser– Hub Area Vo TechAction 13-83 Motion by Forsting, second by Walworth to approve the 2014-2015 School Calendar as presented. All aye, carried.Action 13-84 Motion by Walworth, second by Schlosser to complete the Memorandum of Understanding and attach it to the 2014-15 negotiated agreement. All aye, carried.Action 13-85 Motion by Forsting, second by Walworth to accept the 2014-2015 negotiated proposal and offer certified contracts. All aye, carried.Action 13-86 Motion by Forsting, second by Sumption to prepare a petition to the circuit court to request the removal of the boundary restrictions on the Ovid Stevens trust fund. All aye, carried.Action 13-87 Motion by Forsting, second by Walworth to authorize membership in the SDHSAA for the 2014-15fiscal year. All aye, carried.Action 13-88 Motion by Schlosser, second by Sumption to participate in the ASBSD Protective Trust which provides health, property, workers compensation and liability coverage for the 2014-15 fiscal year. All aye, carried.Thank yous and congratulations were read at this time and will be posted on the school website.Action 13-89 Motion by Walworth, second by Sumption to enter into executive session at 8:00 pm.

All aye, carried.Exit Bev Myer, Rick Downes and Lynnette Hertel.Exit Deb Klapperich at 8:10 pm.Chairman Podoll declared executive session out at 9:35 pm.Action 13-90 Motion by Forsting, second by Walworth to offer employment agreements to all non-certified staff. All aye, carried.Action 13-91 Motion by Schlosser, second by Sumption to offer employment agreements to all current fall coaching staff. All aye, carried.Action 13-92 Motion by Forsting second by Sumption to adjourn. All aye, carriedChairman Business Manager


Town of FrederickApril Meeting MinutesApril 7, 2014Frederick’s Town Board members met Monday evening, April 7, 2014, for the monthly town meeting. The meeting was called to order by Acting Chairman Scott Campbell at 7 PM in the Frederick Community Center. In attendance along with Campbell were Board Members Tom Meyer and Robert Smith, Finance Officer Diane Bruns, Utility Manager Rich Bakeberg, patrons Craig Larson and Jim Moore.The minutes of the March meeting were reviewed and approved with motion by Meyer/Smith. Motion carried.The minutes of the March Equalization meetings were approved with a motion by Smith/Meyer. Motion carried.March’s Financial Report was reviewed and approved with motion by Meyer/Campbell. Motion carried.Accounts Payable for April were reviewed by board members with a motion to approve by Meyer/Smith. Motion carried.ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:Rich Bakeberg, VA st/wtr/swr $75.00; Rich Bakeberg, Ed Exp genl $117.72; Rich Bakeberg, UT st/wtr/sewer $235.50; Community Store, fo/cc/genl $26.58; Mavis Cox, EBL wage $457.13; Dependable Sanitation, Garb use $4168.00; Diane Bruns, CC maint $90.98; Diane Bruns, FO wage $903.50; Farmers Union, fuel oil/propane EBL/CC/Fire $876.53; FDC, Econ Dev. $1200.00; Dennis Geranen, UT dep return $50.00; GDI Genl legals $239.76; JVT Ut genl/EBL/water/FO $262.83; MDU elect st/cc/fo/parks/fire/sewer/wtr $1156.67; Mel Glarum, EBL rent $80.00; Scott Campbell, Genl Admin $138.53; SD Assn of Rural Water Systems, dues $320.00; SD State Treasurer, garb S. tax $67.20; Shirley Anderson, EBL $32.22; Robert Smith, Genl Admin $69.27; Tom Meyer, Genl Admin $69.27; US Treasurer 941 genl/ut/FO/EBL/cem/CC $892.13; USDA-RD Wtr loan AP $475.00; WEB Water water gallons $2151.45; TOTAL $14155.27. OLD BUSINESS:

Utility Manager Rich Bakeberg gave a review of the Class I Water District Operator’s Class Workshop he attended in Aberdeen and also on the Certification test he took. “If” Rich passed his Certification test, they still hold his license for one year until he has had one year experience. He also reported they have been working on a leak in the SE part of town and may also have another one. A request was made by the board to the Finance Officer to re-add by hand, total gallons of water billed to customers, as there is a huge difference in total gallons billed out and gallons billed to city by WEB Water. Bakeberg also mentioned they are going to be watching for water movement under manhole covers.A letter from Frederick Forward member Georgia Smith requested the City of Frederick to purchase wood chips for the play areas in the park so NSU athletes can spread them; help with cost of dumpsters for Day of Champions on April 26th; doing repairs on the gazebo in the park before Finn Fest, steps, rails, painting and re-wiring; and requests a new sign be made for the front of the Community Center including all that is now inside, the center, the fire department and the finance office. The board made a motion to pay up to $200 for porta potties and will work on the wood chips to the park. Motion was made by Smith/Meyer. Motion carried. No motion was taken on the Gazebo but may be repaired by June. Donna Sumption of FF, mentioned before that they have plans for a new sign in front of the Community Center. The board said they will need to approve the design before it is applied. Also from Frederick Forward was a request for sponsorship which the board tabled until the May meeting.Campbell is going to remind the Frederick Historical Society to place a fence around the dirt that is dug out away from the building, per insurance adjuster request. No representation from FHS.Emma Burnham Library asked by written request to be reimbursed for a new fire extingisher purchased. Motion was made by Smith/Meyer to reimburse the EBL. Motion carried. The 1st quarter EBL report was approved by Meyer/Smith. Motion carried.Campbell, Continental Western Ins. agent, gave an evaluation report of the city’s different properties for insurance renewal purposes/audit report. He also reviewed a letter and his responses to Continental

Western Group Loss Control Rep. Steve Welch on requests to the city for safety precautions. Scott mentioned they may be able to use the fence from the tennis court to improve the bleachers at the ballpark; he is going to contact an electrician/contractor to review the wiring and roof at the EBL, and will order a No Swimming sign to be placed at the river. A motion was made by Meyer/Smith to pay the insurance premium. Motion carried.NEW BUSINESS:A notice was received from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources that the Annual Drinking Water Report for the Town of Frederick (EPA ID 0133) is available and posted in the Finance Office for all customers to read. Their annual dues were also requested and a motion was made by Meyer/Campbell to pay the dues. Motion carried.A letter came from the Brown County Auditor requesting the use of the Frederick Community Center be a 2014 Vote Center. Motion was made by Smith/Meyer to approve use. Motion carried.Vulnerability and upgrading of the city’s computer system was discussed. No action taken.Jim Moore was welcomed back from his long extended stay away, and rehired as the city’s mower and clean-up person at $10/hour. Motion made by Meyer/Smith to rehire Moore. Motion carried.CORRESPONDENCE:FO School is in Oacoma June 11-13, 2014, this year; a mosquito workshop will be at Wylie Park April 30, 2014; three surplus letters were read but not needed here; the 1st Quarter Reports for Unemployment taxes and 941 taxes are complete; a bankruptcy notice for a previous resident was reviewed, no action; and it was mentioned that the circulating pump in the water tower can be shut down now since the chance of freezing is past.(?) The board members were given an updated information status sheet for Frederick members.ADJOURNMENT:There being no further business , the meeting was adjourned with motion made by Meyer/Smith. Motion carried.

City of FrederickDiane Bruns, Finance Officer

HIRING: Frederick Area School District is accepting applications for a full time para-professional and a fund raising coordinator for the 2014-2015 school year. Please send a letter of application to Jessica Ringgenberg, Frederick Area School District, PO Box 486, Frederick SD 57441.

FOR SALE: Farm-fresh, cage-free eggs, and pork from pigs raised outdoors, with no antibiotics, are for sale at the Community Store in Frederick. Taking orders for chickens, raised outdoors on nearly all organic feed, no antibiotics, available in July. Call Dave at 290-3333 to order or with questions. www.dakotasisufarm.com

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Psst, kids: There’s a pretty cool club house on the second floor of the Frederick Area high school building.

That’s where Frederick’s after school program, Titan’s Club House, meets Monday through Thursday and when school is in session on Fridays (from 3:40 p.m. to 6 p.m.).

The room offers comfortable seating where the kids can lounge, read, watch movies or play games.

“We have many supplies available to the children for learning and play,” said Tamie Nickelson, who runs the program. “We have a full range of school supplies and additional specialty projects. Toys are also available to use for free playtime.”

Some of the activities that the kids have done this year include growing plants, putting on puppet shows, creating obstacle courses and racing paper airplanes.

“We like to build stuff with sticks,” said student Gabby Millard.

Nickelson started the program due to a community need for after school care when

school began in the fall, and she’s developed and improved what they do over the year.

Jimmy King, a high school student, helped this year while Nickelson was coaching oral interpretation and one-act play. Other

helpers have also spent time at Titan’s Club House.

“The children really enjoyed playing with them,” Nickelson said.

King may not be able to help regularly next year, so Nickelson is looking for an additional helper—“someone reliable, friendly, fun, and strict with rules.”

This year, Titan’s Club House had three to six children each day, with other children dropping in by the day or the week.

“Our goals for next year are to increase the number a children so we can reduce prices and to find a part-time employee,” Nickelson said.

Right now the monthly rate is $140. Rates change if payment is made in advance or daily.

Parents who would like more information, or anyone interested in volunteering or part-time work, can contact Nickelson at 329-2094 or email [email protected].

The program also accepts donations of money or supplies. Contact Nickelson for a list of current needs.

Photo by Tamie Nickelson

Jimmy King, in the back, spends some time with kids at Titan’s Club House, Frederick Area’s after school program. Pictured with King, going around the mat from his right, are Skylar Borg, Kierah Nickelson, Gabby Millard, Peter Voeller and Zoe Cox.

Frederick Forward Meeting Tuesday, April 22, 2014Meeting called to order at 7:10 PM by Krysti Mikkonen, PresidentAttendees: Heidi Marttila-Losure, Richard Osborn, Thersia Cox, Wendy Geffre, Dorothy Smith, Bob Smith, Gary Peterson, Kaye Dumire, Donna Sumption, Tracy Olson, Janel AchenTracy Olson read the March minutes.Motion to approve: Heidi, seconded by Thersia.Treasure’s report by Donna Sumption:Income: $6,200 in sponsorship, $7 in souvenirs, $90 for newsletter.Expenses: $100 for Easter Egg bike, $449.25 newsletterBalance of $20,473.47. A/R $885 CD $5177.94.Motion to approve by Tracy, seconded by Wendy.Collaboration with 4-H on Easter Egg hunt was a success. 3 bike winners and pictures on the web.Economic Development: listed restaurant with Century 21 at $149,000.Day of Champions: Saturday, April 25th 8:30 – 12:30 PM. Eat at 12:30 PM and then students will return to Aberdeen. 18 students: Store, 2; School, 2 Park, 4; Library, will not need helpers; Historical Society, 4; Town Clean Up, 4; Community Center: will give up helpers to the Restaurant; Could use helpers at the restaurant. Door knockers have been printed and put out. Food has been coordinated by Dorothy. School is reserved.Meet at 8:30 AM at school. Jim is picking up and taking students back. Ask Georgia about supplies and water??Beautification of Main Street: Donna is looking at banners for street. Comparing with other

communities, Roslyn. Estimate: $50-$65 each. Roslyn had family/alumni/business sponsor a flag. Heidi shared that she had seen a community where the kids designed the flags. Need to also discuss with the city and MDU the project concept. Is it possible to do something by FinnFest. Community Foundation report by Heidi Marttila-Losure: Final copy of bylaws at the bank to sign. Election of Officers this week Thursday, April 24th at 7:30 PM. Initial amount to start the community foundation will be decided and then launching proposing maybe at Awards Night. 501c3 report by Krysti Mikkonen: Two meetings held. One more final meeting to finalize.Finn Fest Report by Janel Achen – 2 handouts, Schedule of Events and detail planning grid$6,830 in sponsorships to date. Estimate $14,000 in sponsorshipsDoes Frederick Forward want to do the beer/liquor for the dance?Split pot tickets?Finlandia $1750 in funds: need to use for promotion of Finnish culture/heritage. Look at music for during Fire on the Water and prior to band.Camping – Jim Peldo said yes, but need to confirm details. Gary Peterson/John Sumption also thinks he will have 11 spots hopefully set and hope to have done by FinnFest. 7-8 vendors. 5 food vendorsLibrary – will do rootbeer floats during parade time for free will offering and will help offset postage costs for sponsorships. And programSilent auction for historical societyFinnFest bookletsMarketing/Communications: Need help for Heidi on the FYI newsletter – computer/software need 15-20

hours/month. Motion by Janel Achen to fund $3000 (15 hours for 9 newsletters at $20/hr) for support of the FYI production. Seconded by Donna. Discussion held: City $1000, School $2000, Frederick Forward $1000 Advertising $1000 Subscriptions $500-$600. Expenses: $4500. This would be a cost above and beyond to keep the newsletter going. Continue to look at increasing advertising, subscriptions and partnerships for the extra costs. Motion carried. Inquiries to Heidi Facebook and newsletter.Economic Development: Gary Peterson reported financing approved – REED and GrowSD for two units. Will build behind the other two along main street. Bids are in and hope to have ready by fall. Contact Delores Anderson at the bank for an application if interested in renting. Rent estimated at $600 – 988 sq. ft – 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, garage. Handicap accessible.Welcome Wagon report by Thersia Cox: Toples are renting the former Anderson/Rollo house. A new couple in Westport/ in the Josh and Angie Gibbs place and Wade Jensen in Frederick. Will get to new owners in Kinslow house, Nicole Storm and also new people in the Mitzel house in WestportSISU Award: Tracy will write an article. Jim and Kaye Dumire and Erna Golnitz– SISU Award and honorees for Finn Fest.Library Update: $1,068 raised for Library in addition to the $833 that Frederick Forward pledged close to matching funds of $2500. Historical Society: Silent Auction during FinnFest until 3:00 PM. Tomorrow, April 23rd – Subsandwiches and soup at 7:00 PM is the annual meeting.Bob made a motion to adjourn meeting, seconded by Thersia. Meeting adjourned at 8:55 PM.

Respectfully submitted,Tracy Olson

Titan’s Club House is planning for next year

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Dozens of children attended an Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Three River Ranchers 4-H Club, with assistance from Frederick Forward, and prizes provided by Frederick Forward, the Westport Community Club and the Elm Valley Men’s Community Club. Prize winners were: 1-3-year-olds: Grand Prize, London Christiansen; Golden Egg, Brynlee Plamp; Most Eggs Found, Tristan Tschappat; 2nd Most Eggs Found: Howard Sumption. 4-6-year-olds: Grand Prize, Kierra Johnson; Golden Egg, Kyle Johnson; Most Eggs Found: Kyle Johnson; 2nd Most Eggs Found: Rowan Robertson. 7-9-year-olds: Grand Prize, Brayden Sumption; Golden Egg, Danny Van Dover; Most Eggs Found, Paul Van Dover; 2nd Most Eggs Found: Brayden Sumption.

Easter hunt has ‘eggcellent’ turnout

Children run as they search.

Mattson Bakeberg, grandson of Rich and Gayle Bakeberg, found more than eggs on his search.

If you could walk, you were old enough to find some eggs at the hunt. Right: Some older students played the role of Easter Bunny.

And they’re off! The kids didn’t wait in the starting positions very long.

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