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ORDER FOR HEARING

        STATE OF MINNESOTA

  COUNTY OF ST. LOUIS DISTRICT COURT

SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT

PROBATE-TRUST DIVISION

Court File No. 69DU-CV-06-2954

In the Matter of the Edward  Snyder 1993 Irrevocable Trust

  R. Wendell Snyder, one of the trustees of the above-named trust, having filed in the office of the Clerk of said Court accountings of the administration of said trust for the period January 1, 2020,  to December 31, 2022, both dates inclusive, together  with a Petition for Approval of said accountings,

    IT IS ORDERED, that a hearing be held in this Court at the County Courthouse in the City of Duluth, St. Louis County, Minnesota,  at 2:00 p.m. in the afternoon on the 13th day  of June, 2023, at which time said Petition shall be heard and said accounts examined by the Court and, if found true and correct, allowed.

    IT IS FURTHER ORDERED, that notice of said hearing be given as follows:

  1. By publishing a copy of this Order once in a legal newspaper for St. Louis County, Minnesota, at least twenty (20) days before the date of said hearing.

   2. By mailing copies thereof  to each person interested in said trust at his or her last known address at  least fifteen (15) days before the date set for said hearing.

   No one is required to attend this hearing unless requested by the Court or unless they object to the relief requested in the Petition.  Any person who objects to the Court’s granting the relief requested in the accompanying Petition shall make their objections in writing to the Court on or before the date set for hearing.

    At the time set for hearing, if the Petition is unopposed, the Court will enter in the record the fact that there was no appearance in opposition to the Petition and that no objection to the Petition has been filed with the Court.  Thereupon, the Court shall make its determination on the strength of the pleadings.

Dated: May 3, 2023

BY THE COURT

By /s/ David Johnson

David Johnson

Judge of District Court

Susan L. Waldie

Johnson, Killen

& Seiler, P.A.

230 West Superior Street, Suite 800

Duluth, MN 55802

218-722-6331

P.J.  –  May 11, 2023

NOTICE OF SALE Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. an online sale at twinportsbid.com will start and end on Thursday, June 1, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. and sell all items within Unit Upper 20 at Stadium Storage, Duluth. Said sale shall be held for the purpose of foreclosing a possessory lien claimed by Stadium Storage pursuant to Section 514.970 Minnesota Statutes for the account of STEVEN DOHERTY, that said lien arises out of the storage and safekeeping of said property; that at the time of the said sale there will be due and owing for said services, the sum of $559.64 for unit Upper 20 as listed, exclusive of the cost of the sale. Dated at Duluth, Minnesota this 3rd day of May, 2023. P.J. – May 11 and 18, 2023

NOTICE AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR DETERMINATION OF DESCENT STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF ST. LOUIS DISTRICT COURT SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 69DU-PR-23-146 In Re: Estate of Fred W. Perttula and Estate of Helmi E. Perttula, Decedents. Gerald Perttula (“Petitioner”) has filed a Petition for Determination of Descent. It is Ordered that on June 6, 2023, at 1:45 p.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at Duluth, Minnesota, on the petition. The petition represents that the Decedents died intestate more than three (3) years ago leaving property in Minnesota. The petition requests the court determine the descent of such property and assign the property to the persons entitled. Any objections to the petition must be raised at the hearing or filed with the Court prior to the hearing. If the petition is proper and no objections are filed or raised, the petition will be granted. Notice shall be given by publishing this Notice and Order as provided by law and by mailing a copy of this Notice and Order to each interested person by United States mail at least 14 days before the time set for the hearing. Dated: May 1, 2023 BY THE COURT By /s/ Mark Starr Mark Starr Judge of District Court Amy Turnquist Court Administrator Debra Thorstensen Deputy Siegel Brill, P.A. Mark Thieroff MN# 322404 100 Washington Ave. S. #1300 Minneapolis, MN 55401 Telephone: 612-337-6100 Facsimile: 612-339-6591 e-mail: katiepivec@siegelbrill.com P.J. – May 11 and 18, 2023

NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL PROBATE OF WILL AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF ST. LOUIS DISTRICT COURT SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No.: 69DU-PR-23-140 In Re: Estate of ELIZABETH LOUISE STAFFORD, a/k/a ELIZABETH L. STAFFORD Decedent. It is Ordered and Notice is given that on June 6, 2023 at 1:30 p.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at 100 N. 5th Avenue W., Duluth, Minnesota, on a petition for the formal probate of an instrument purporting to be the Decedent’s Will dated October 12, 2015 and for the appointment of Justin Markus, whose address is 12 Sunnyside Street, Duluth, MN 55808 as personal representative of the Decedent’s estate in an unsupervised administration. Any objections to the petition must be raised at the hearing or filed with the Court prior to the hearing. If the petition is proper and no objections are filed or raised, the personal representative will be appointed with the full power to administer the Decedent’s estate, including the power to collect all assets; pay all legal debts, claims, taxes, and expenses; sell real and personal property; and do all necessary acts for the Decedent’s estate. If you have an objection to this case, please contact Court Administration at (218) 221-7560 option #8 for further instructions as these hearings are currently held remotely due to the pandemic. Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred. Dated: April 28, 2023 BY THE COURT By /s/ David Johnson David Johnson Judge of District Court Amy Turnquist Court Administrator Debra Thorstensen Deputy FRYBERGER, BUCHANAN, SMITH & FREDERICK, P.A. Robert R. Kanuit MN# 0252530 302 West Superior Street, Suite 700 Duluth, MN 55802 Telephone: 218-722-0861 Facsimile: 218-725-6800 e-mail: rkanuit@fryberger.com ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER P.J.- May 11 and 18, 2023

Minutes Independent School District No. 704 Proctor, Minnesota

REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING I. Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Jennifer McDonald, School Board Chair at 7:01 p.m. II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call MEMBERS PRESENT: Jennifer McDonald, Kimberly Parmeter, Lynn Peterson, Amy Pocrnich, Jim Podgornik, Larry Shelton, and Joe Ward MEMBERS ABSENT: None STUDENT LIAISON MEMBERS: Brooklyn Burch and Eden Giswold Also in Attendance: Kerry Juntunen, Superintendent and Business Manager Stephen Anderson IV. Approval of Agenda MOTION: Moved by Amy Pocrnich and seconded by Jim Podgornik to approve the Agenda as revised. Items added VIII. D. E., X. 5-8, and XI. F. Motion approved by unanimous vote. V. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular School Board Meeting of April 10, 2023. MOTION: Moved by Kimberly Parmeter and seconded by Larry Shelton to approve the Minutes of the Regular School Board Meeting of April 10, 2023, as submitted. Motion approved by unanimous vote VI. Approval of the Minutes of the Special School Board Meeting of April 17, 2023. MOTION: Moved by Amy Pocrnich and seconded by Larry Shelton to approve the Minutes of the Special School Board Meeting of April 17, 2023, as submitted. Motion approved by unanimous vote. VII. Finance MOTION: Moved by Larry Shelton and seconded by Lynn Peterson, to approve the payment of bills dated April 24, 2023, in the amount of $238,643.04 covering checks 116078 through 116197; and the electronic transfers and payrolls for March 2023 as submitted. Motion approved by unanimous vote. VIII. Commendations/Congra-tulations A. Commended the entire teaching faculty for their continued dedication and commitment to our students. Teacher Appreciation Week is May 8-12. B. Commended our administrative professionals for their commitment and dedication to our District and students. Administrative Profess-ionals Week is April 24-28. Administrative Professionals Day is April 26. C. Commended the entire Proctor Schools food service staff for their hard work and dedication serving nutritious meals to our students. It is School Lunch Hero Day on May 5. D. Commended and congratulated the PHS Knowledge Bowl team for earning the Heritage Spirit Award at State. This award goes to the team demonstrating the qualities and conduct becoming to a champion competitor. E. Congratulated AJ Reyelts for being named to the Duluth News Tribune All-Area 1st Team as a goaltender. IX. Public Comment A. Amanda Paszak, alumnus and parent, addressed the board regarding the auditorium and its condition. She expressed concerns about the flooring and the seats. X. Consent Agenda MOTION: Moved by Amy Pocrnich and seconded by Kimberly Parmeter, to approve the consent agenda as submitted. A. Personnel Items 1. Approved the recommendations to hire Suzanne Charbonneau into the 14 hours per week playground supervisor position at Bay View Elementary effective April 11, 2023. 2. Accepted the resignation from Michaela Flanagan, special education teacher at Bay View Elementary, effective June 9, 2023. 3. Approved the request for a leave of absence from Denise Raymond, union bus driver, beginning May 2, 2023, through June 8. 2023. 4. Approved the request for a partial leave of absence from Sherry Marek, educational assistant at the secondary site, for 1.9 hours per day beginning April 17, 2023, through approximately May 15, 2023. 5. Approved the recommendation to hire Shanna Kottke as the Check and Connect Mentor at Proctor High School effective April 28, 2023. 6. Approved the placement of Leah Moore into the 1.0 FTE science teacher position at Proctor High School beginning in the 2023-2024 school year. 7. Approved the placement of Matthew Solberg into the 1.0 FTE math teacher position at Proctor High School beginning in the 2023-2024 school year. 8. Accepted the resignation from Paul Ojanen, 32.5 hours per week educational assistant at the secondary site, effective May 12, 2023. B. Decreased kindergarten at Pike Lake Elementary from three sections to two sections for the 2023-2024 school year based on enrollment. C. Increased 2nd grade at Pike Lake Elementary from two sections to three sections for the 2023-2024 school year based on enrollment. XI. Items for Individual Action A. Approved and adopted the second reading of suggested District policy changes. MOTION: Moved by Lynn Peterson and seconded by Larry Shelton, to approve and adopt the second reading of suggested District policy changes as submitted. Motion approved by unanimous vote. B. Approved a recommendation from the Policy Committee to rescind Policy 491 – Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination or Testing and Face Coverings. MOTION: Moved by Amy Pocrnich and seconded by Kimberly Parmeter, to approve a recommendation from the Policy Committee to rescind Policy 491 – Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination or Testing and Face Coverings as submitted. Motion approved by unanimous vote. C. Adopted the resolution relating to the termination and nonrenewal of the teaching contract of Lauren Winter, a probationary teacher. MOTION: Moved by Larry Shelton and seconded by Jim Podgornik, to adopt the resolution relating to the termination and nonrenewal of the teaching contract of Lauren Winter, a probationary teacher as submitted. Roll Call Vote: 7-Yes (JM KP LP AP JP LS JW) 0 – No 0 – Abstain Motion approved. D. Adopted the resolution relating to the termination and nonrenewal of the teaching contract of Caitlyn Wood, a probationary teacher. MOTION: Moved by Larry Shelton and seconded by Jim Podgornik, to adopt the resolution relating to the termination and nonrenewal of the teaching contract of Caitlyn Wood, a probationary teacher as submitted. Roll Call Vote:6-Yes (JM KP LP AP JP LS) 1 – No (JW) 0 – Abstain Motion approved. E. Adopted the resolution relating to the termination and nonrenewal of the teaching contract of Lisa Lillie, a probationary teacher. MOTION: Moved by Amy Pocrnich and seconded by Jennifer McDonald, to adopt the resolution relating to the termination and nonrenewal of the teaching contract of Lisa Lillie, a probationary teacher as submitted. Roll Call Vote: 7-Yes (JM KP LP AP JP LS JW) 0 – No 0 – Abstain Motion approved. F. Adopted the resolution authorizing Superintendent Kerry Juntunen or Business Manager Stephen Anderson, to sign all documents pertaining to the purchase of 235 Pionk Drive (outfield of grass softball field 1.) MOTION: Moved by Larry Shelton and seconded by Kimberly Parmeter, to adopt the resolution authorizing Superintendent Kerry Juntunen or Business Manager Stephen Anderson, to sign all documents pertaining to the purchase of 235 Pionk Drive (outfield of grass softball field 1) as submitted. Steve Anderson provided additional information regarding the purchase of this parcel. Roll Call Vote: 7-Yes (JM KP LP AP JP LS JW) 0 – No 0 – Abstain Motion approved. XII. Items for Discussion/Infor-mation A. Superintendent Update B. Set a date for yearly superintendent evaluation. June 26 will be the formal evaluation during a closed meeting following the regular board meeting. C. Band and choir overnight trip request – Gordy Westendorf addressed the board and discussed the upcoming band trip. The proposed trip will be to San Antonio if approved. The official proposal will be submitted at the next board meeting. D. Strategic Plan Discussion – The board will meet on July 10 at 5:00 p.m. prior to the regular board meeting to have a board working session and create an action plan for its goals. E. Public Relations Update 1. Items relating to the District from the Proctor Journal: a) April 14, 2023 Edition: “Area superintendent’s voice concern over funding, erosion of school board authority,” “Proctor High School – Student of the Week: Alexis Koecher.” XIII. Reports A. School Board Committee Reports 1. Staff Development Report 2. Community Education Advisory Report 3. School Board Working Minutes listed the school board goals. XIV. Communications A. School Board Comments and Observations 1. School Board Celebrations a) Amy Pocrnich mentioned that from what she has heard, students liked the testing in the classrooms better than the field house. b) Lynn Peterson mentioned the Bay View Times and the elementary math teams. She asked Diane Morin to comment about Math Masters led by Rachel Johnson. One 4th grade team took first place and the other took second place. Rails TV, Jr. has begun at Bay View. The Duluth Playhouse began its theater camp Monday, and an art camp will begin on Thursday. c) Jennifer McDonald thanked the Paszaks for coming to tonight’s meeting. d) Kimberly Parmeter encouraged everyone to attend the high school play this coming weekend. B. Student Liaison Board Member Comments 1. Eden thanked Girl Scout Troop 4026 for picking up trash. Prom is scheduled for May 13. 2. Brooke talked about the lacrosse team. Mr. Rohweder came into classes regarding the last six weeks of school and highlighting senior activities. She also mentioned the new soccer coach, Anna Kidd and stated Ms. Kidd is running a summer soccer camp. C. Township and City Communications – None XV. Adjourn MOTION: A motion was made by Amy Pocrnich, seconded by Kimberly Parmeter, and unanimously approved to adjourn the meeting at 7:41 p.m. Respectfully submitted: Lynn Peterson, Clerk Jennifer McDonald, Chair P.J. – May 18, 2023

NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR DETERMINATION OF DESCENT STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF ST. LOUIS DISTRICT COURT SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT Court File No. 69DU-PR-23-154 In Re: Estate of Phyllis Homick, a/k/a Phyllis Lorraine Homick, Decedent. Monika Berndt (“Petitioner”) has filed a Petition for Determination of Descent. It is Ordered that on June 13, 2023, at 1:30 p.m., a hearing will be held in this Court at St. Louis County Courthouse, 100 N. 5th Ave. W., Duluth, Minnesota, on the petition. The petition represents that the Decedent died intestate more than three (3) years ago leaving property in Minnesota. The petition requests the Court determine the descent of such property, and assign the property to the persons entitled. Any objections to the petition must be raised at the hearing or filed with the Court prior to the hearing. If the petition is proper and no objections are filed or raised, the petition will be granted. Notice shall be given by publishing this Notice and Order as provided by law and by mailing a copy of this Notice and Order to each interested person by United States mail at least 14 days before the time set for the hearing; and Publishing this Notice and Order in accordance with Minn. Stat. § 524.1-401(3). Dated: May 8, 2023 BY THE COURT By /s/ Shawn Pearson Shawn Pearson Judge of District Court Amy Turnquist Court Administrator Debra Thorstensen Deputy Gilbert Law Office Greg C. Gilbert, #0167320 1831 East 8th Street, Suite 103 Duluth, MN 55812 Telephone: (218) 625-8777 e-mail: ggilbert@superiorlaw.net attorney for petitioner P.J. – May 18 and 25, 2023

NOTICE AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR DESCENT OF PROPERTY STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF ST. LOUIS SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION Court File No. 69DU-PR-23-155 Estate of jackie t. hanson, Decedent 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 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 June 13, 2023, at 1:30 p.m., by this Court at Duluth, Minnesota. 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. Dated: May 8, 2023 BY THE COURT /s/ Shawn Pearson Shawn Pearson Judge of District Court Amy Turnquist Court Administrator Debra Thorstensen Deputy Attorney for Petitioner Karen J. Olson Olson Law, PLLC 2002 W. Superior St/PO Box 16873 Duluth MN 55816-0873 Attorney License No.: 300354 218-727-8557 218-727-8558 kolson@kjolaw.net P.J. – May 18 and 25, 2023