NOTICE OF MORTGAGE

FORECLOSURE SALE

Date: July 31, 2008

YOU ARE NOTIFIED THAT:

1. Default has occurred in the conditions of the Mortgage dated September 28, 2006, executed by Shawn E. Adler, a single person and Chad J. Howard, a single person, (Mortgagors), to Altra Federal Credit Union, (Mortgagee) and recorded on September 29, 2006, as Document Number 244724, in the Office of the County Recorder of Houston County, Minnesota.

2. The Mortgage has been assigned as follows: none

3. The original principal amount secured by the Mortgage was: $65,550.00

4. No action or proceeding at law is now pending to recover the debt secured by the Mortgage, or any part thereof.

5. The holder of the Mortgage has complied with all conditions precedent to acceleration of the debt secured by the Mortgage and foreclosure of the Mortgage, and all notice and other requirements of applicable statutes.

6. At the date of this notice the amount due on the Mortgage, and taxes, if any, paid by the holder of the Mortgage is: sixty eight thousand two hundred forty-seven and 52/100 dollars ($68,247.52).

7. Pursuant to the power of sale in the Mortgage, the Mortgage will be foreclosed, and the land described as follows: That part of the Southeast Quarter of Section 13 in Township 102 North of Range 6 West of the Fifth Principal Meridian, described as commencing in the Northeast corner of Lot 1 of Block 14 of the Original Plat of Caledonia as the same is on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for said County of Houston, running, thence East to the West line of Winnebago Street in the City of Caledonia, in said County of Houston, thence South along the West line of said street to a point on the North line of Main Street in said City of Caledonia, East of the Southeast corner of said Lot 1, thence West along said North line of Main Street to the Southeast corner of said Lot 1, thence North along the East line of said Lot 1 to the place of beginning. Except that part of the Southeast Quarter of Section 13 in Township 102 North, of Range 6 West of the Fifth Principal meridian, described as commencing in the Northeast corner of Lot 1 of Block 14 of the Original Plat of Caledonia as the same is on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for said County of Houston, running thence East 12 feet, thence South along a line lying parallel to the East line of said Lot 1 to a point on the North line of Main Street 12 feet East of the Southeast corner of said Lot 1, thence West 12 feet to the Southeast corner of Lot 1, thence North along the East line of Lot 1 to the place of beginning

will be sold by the County Sheriff of Houston County, Minnesota, at public auction on September 25, 2008, 10 a.m., at Main Entrance, Houston Co. Sheriff’s Office, 304 S. Marshall, Caledonia, MN 55921.

8. The time allowed by law for redemption by Mortgagor(s) or Mortgagor’s personal representatives or assigns is six (6) months after the date of sale.

THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.

Attorney for Mortgagee or Assignee of Mortgage

Ross A. Phelps, Lic. No. 0086642

THE LAW OFFICE OF

ROSS A. PHELPS

106 S. Walnut St.,

La Crescent, MN 55947

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Houston County Board

PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Date: Tuesday, July 22, 2008 , 9:00 a.m.

Place: Commissioners Room, Courthouse, Caledonia, MN

Members Present: Larry Graf, Larry Connery, Ann Thompson, David Corcoran and Tom Bjerke

Others Present: Auditor Meiners; Deputy Auditor Quinn; Reporters Warner, Gray, and Morehead; Sheriff Ely; County Attorney Bublitz; Personnel Director Comstock; Maintenance Foreman Molling; Georgia Rosendahl; Rolf Jore; Shirley Johnson; Anita Palmquist

Presiding: Ann Thompson, Chairperson

Call to order.

Motion was made by Commissioner Graf, seconded by Commissioner Bjerke and unanimously carried to approve the minutes of the July 15, 2008 meeting.

File No. 1 -- Motion was made by Commissioner Corcoran, seconded by Commissioner Graf and unanimously carried to approve payment of the following claims:

County Revenue Fund $52,316.06

Road & Bridge Fund 190,469.45

Total $242,785.51

File No. 2 -- Personnel Director Comstock reported that interviews were held for the vacant position of Assistant County Attorney and recommends hiring Jamie Hammell at step 6 of the appropriate wage scale. County Attorney Bublitz expressed her views regarding case loads and the division of duties among the three attorneys in house. Commissioner Connery queried County Attorney Bublitz regarding time tracking to determine where the bulk of the case load is. After discussion, motion was made by Commissioner Graf, seconded by Commissioner Connery and unanimously carried to approve the hiring of Jamie Hammell at Step 6.

File No. 2a -- Personnel Director Comstock recommended that an amendment be made to the Agreement for Appointment for the positions of Interim County Auditor and Interim County Attorney by adding clarifying language to reflect the Board's intent that each appointee retain their status as an employee during the term of their appointment. Motion was made by Commissioner Corcoran, seconded by Commissioner Bjerke and unanimously carried to approve said amendment.

Personnel Director Comstock recommended that the Board take action to hire Anthony Dockter for the position of Sign Specialist for the Highway Department. Motion was made by Commissioner Corcoran, seconded by Commissioner Graf and unanimously carried to approve the same.

Personnel Director Comstock recommended that the Board take action to change the status of Case Aide Bonnie Felten from probationary to regular status effective on her six month anniversary date. Motion was made by Commissioner Connery, seconded by Commissioner Bjerke and unanimously carried to approve the same.

File No. 3 -- Personnel Director Comstock presented a proposed rental agreement for the 302 S Pine Street property. The lease agreement would begin August 1, 2008 and end May 31, 2009, or following 30 days notice of lease termination by either party. After May 31, 2009, the property could go on a month by month lease basis. Motion was made by Commissioner Corcoran, seconded by Commissioner Bjerke and unanimously carried to approve said agreement.

File No. 4 -- Discussion was held regarding a request by County Attorney Bublitz to be added to the county credit card account established for the Board, the Auditor and the Personnel Department. Motion was made by Commissioner Connery, seconded by Commissioner Corcoran and unanimously carried to approve said request.

File No. 5 -- Chairperson Thompson asked that we request a letter from the SE MN Initiative Foundation in lieu of a visit from Tim Penny that would explain what the Foundation has done for Houston County.

File No. 6 -- At this time members of the Houston County Historical Society met with the Board. The Historical Society thanked the board for their past and ongoing support. They reported that they solicited bids for their proposed building project, however, they rejected all bids because they came in much higher than expected. They are reviewing the building plan, and feel they can pare it down to save on costs. Their 2009 appropriations request remains the same as 2008 at $37,200.00, plus $5,000.00 in matching funds. Commissioner's Corcoran and Graf recognized the commitment of the volunteers.

There being no further business, motion was made by Commissioner Bjerke, seconded by Commissioner Graf and unanimously carried to adjourn the meeting, the next advertised meeting being Tuesday, August 5, 2008.

BOARD OF COUNTY

COMMISSIONERS

HOUSTON COUNTY,

MINNESOTA

By: Ann Thompson,

Chairperson

Attest: Charlene Meiners,

County Auditor

THE ABOVE PROCEEDINGS OF THE HOUSTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS IS ONLY A SUMMARY. THE FULL TEXT IS AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION AT THE HOUSTON COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE AS WELL AS ON THE HOUSTON COUNTY WEBSITE LOCATED AT THE FOLLOWING WEB ADDRESS: http://www. houstoncounty.govoffice2.com/

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NOTICE OF FILING FOR TOWNSHIP ELECTIONS

(Filing will be open from August 26, 2008 thru September 10, 2008. Filings will close on September 10, 2008 at 5:00 p.m.)

Notice is hereby given to qualified voters of Dresbach Township, Winona County, State of Minnesota, that filing for town office ($2.00 charge for filing) will be held for a two week period beginning August 26, 2008.

Dresbach Township filings will be by appointment at the Dresbach Town Hall, 46851 Riverview Drive, between the hours of 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (please call first). 643-6426.

Positions open are: One (1) Supervisor for four (4) year term

One (1) Supervisor for two (2) year term

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HOKAH ELECTION

CITY OF HOKAH, MINNESOTA

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2008

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at the City Election, which shall be held in and for the City of Hokah, Houston County, Minnesota, on Tuesday, November 4, 2008, between the hours of 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM, the following offices shall be filled:

1 Mayor For a term of two ( 2 )Years

2 Council Members For terms of four ( 4 ) Years

Affidavits of candidacy for the above offices may be filed with the City Clerk at 102 Main Street beginning August 26, 2008 and closing at 5:00 PM September 9, 2008. The office of the City Clerk is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Dated July 29, 2008

/s/ DOUGLAS K. MOEN

City Clerk / Treasurer

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NOTICE OF CITY ELECTION

CITY OF LA CRESCENT, MINNESOTA

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2008

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at the City Election, which shall be held in and for the City of La Crescent, Houston County, Minnesota, on Tuesday, November 4, 2008, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., the following offices shall be filled:

2 Council members Four (4)-year term

(to be determined by number of votes received)

1 Mayor Two (2)-year term

Affidavits of candidacy for the above may be filed with the City Clerk at the City Hall, 315 Main Street, between August 26, 2008, and September 9, 2008, both dates being inclusive. The office of the City Clerk is open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

Dated August 11, 2008.

/s/ Phyllis Feiock

Deputy Clerk

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Houston County

Request for Proposal:

Attorney Services

Houston County Court Administration is currently seeking proposals for Court Appointed Attorney Services. The County desires to contract with a single entity that will represent all persons eligible for a court appointed attorney.

This is a two-year contract (January 1, 2009 to December 31, 2010) and does not include Public Defender representation.

Application packets may be obtained at the Houston County Courthouse - Court Administrators Office, 304 S. Marshall St., Caledonia, MN; by e-mailing Darlene.Larson@courts.state. mn.us; or by calling (507) 725-5806.

Completed proposal packets are required and must be received by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 2, 2008, for confidential consideration.

HOUSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

www.houstoncounty.govoffice2.com

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