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Christopher Hood, North Branch City Attorney, Flaherty & Hood 651-225-8840:
Chapter 13 data request: Please email/file share me the following readily available, free, electronic, public data in its original searchable pdf format from your respective offices pursuant to 13.03 Subd. 3(e) and Gen. Rules Prac. Rule 14:
1. Signed appointment pursuant to the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Chapter 343.01 of Animal Humane Agent/Investigator Amanda Oquist or any other personnel from the MN nonprofit Animal Humane Society for the purpose of investigating or otherwise assisting lawfully empowered officials in the prosecution of persons charged with cruelty to animals. Please included confidentially agreements if that is not incorporated in the appointment. Since it is a matter of the public that AHS Humane Agent Keith Sreff lied under oath in the high-profile animal cruelty case Case No. 02-CR-12-197 State of Minnesota vs Lowell George Friday do you or don’t you require all interactions with a suspect in a animal cruelty case be either audio or video recorded? Does it or doesn’t it bother you that there is no objective evidence that a consent to search was obtained either in writing or by audio or video when AHS Humane Agent Wade Hanson was investigating Case No. 58-CR-17-782 State of Minnesota vs Joseph Claus Sweep?
2. Complaints filed against Animal Humane Agent/Investigator Amanda Oquist or any other personnel from the MN nonprofit Animal Humane Society for harassment, falsifying reports, impersonating a peace officer, wearing a firearm during investigations. You are aware that it is a matter of the public record that AHS Humane Agent Keith Sreff was impersonating a peace officer in the high-profile animal cruelty case Case No. 83-CR-18-513 State of Minnesota vs Michael Charles Johnson, aren’t you? Does the City of North Branch prohibit Animal Humane Agent/Investigator Amanda Oquist or any other personnel from the MN nonprofit Animal Humane Society from wearing uniforms, patches, badges, and sidearms that indicate an intent to mislead another into believing that the impersonator is actually an officer?
3. Bills submitted by Sunrise Equine, Anoka Equine Veterinary Services and any other provider of Veterinary Services for the investigations into Carmen Burth for Case No. 13-CR-19-1031 State of Minnesota vs Carmen Marie Burth DOB: 01-07-61. Do you or don’t you require your veterinarians during animal cruelty cases to do objective blood tests to substantiate their subject findings ascertained in their Henneke Body Condition Scoring System for Horses? Do you or don’t you require your veterinarians to produce those lab results that indicate an altered metabolism before removing horses?
4. Bills submitted by Drew Fitzpatrick, executive director of the Minnesota Hooved Animal Rescue Foundation for services rendered in the investigations into Carmen Burth for Case No. 13-CR-19-1031 State of Minnesota vs Carmen Marie Burth DOB: 01-07-61. Are you of aren’t you aware that Fitzpatrick has willfully refused to provide me with her non-profit’s Form 990 in violation of IRS’ Required Disclosures ? Do you or don’t think it creates an appearance of impropriety and a conflict of interest for Fitzpatrick to falsely misrepresent her seized horse “co-ownership agreements” as “adoptions”?
5. Signed confidentiality agreements with Drew Fitzpatrick, the veterinarians at Sunrise Equine, the v at Anoka Equine Veterinary Services and any other provider of veterinary services for the investigations into Carmen Burth for Case No. 13-CR-19-1031 State of Minnesota vs Carmen Marie Burth DOB: 01-07-61. Signed authorization allowing Oquist, Streff, Fitzpatrick, Dr. Zach Loppnow, a veterinarian at Anoka Equine Veterinary Services release confidential criminal investigative data for Case No. 13-CR-19-1031 State of Minnesota vs Carmen Marie Burth DOB: 01-07-61 to the local media outlets or post to their business websites and social media sites for the express purpose of personal promotion and fund raising.
6. City of North Branch 13.055 Subd. 2. Disclosure Of Breach In Security; Notification And Investigation Report Required notice submitted to Carmen Burth in regard to the illegal release of her confidential 13.82 Subd. 7. Criminal investigative data. The data from the resulting investigation of the data breach. And any correspondence from Burth’s attorney Mark Gabriel Giancola objecting to City of North Branch Chief of Police Daniel Meyer, Assistant Chisago County Attorney Kathryn Jean Kelly and Chisago County Attorney Janet Reiter trying Case No. 13-CR-19-1031 State of Minnesota vs Carmen Marie Burth DOB: 01-07-61 in the court of public opinion.
Terry Dean, Nemmers 320-283-5713
P.S. Does it or doesn’t it bother you that the nonprofit Animal Humane Society had a judgment of $1,498,375 entered against it for failing to keep the terms and conditions of a contract with veterinarian Shirley Kittleson in the high-profile Case No. 46-CV-19-1224 Goldmount Veterinary Center, P.A. vs Watonwan County, Animal Humane Society?
https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/609.4751 609.4751 Impersonating A Peace Officer. § Subdivision 1. Misdemeanor. Whoever falsely impersonates a peace officer with intent to mislead another into believing that the impersonator is actually an officer is guilty of a misdemeanor. Subd. 2. Gross misdemeanor. Whoever violates subdivision 1 while committing any of the following acts is guilty of a gross misdemeanor: (1) gaining access to a public building or government facility that is not open to the public; (2) without legal authority, directing or ordering another person to act or refrain from acting; (3) violating section 169.64, subdivision 2, 3, or 4, or the siren provisions of section 169.68; or (4) operating a motor vehicle marked: (i) with the word or words "police," "patrolman," "sheriff," "deputy," "trooper," "state patrol," "conservation officer," "agent," or "marshal"; or (ii) with any lettering, marking, or insignia, or colorable imitation thereof, including, but not limited to, stars, badges, or shields identifying the vehicle as a law enforcement vehicle, and which a reasonable person would believe is a law enforcement vehicle governed under section 169.98, subdivision 1.
http://www.ci.north-branch.mn.us/staff_directory_detail_T11_R63.php Last Name : Hood First Name : Christopher Profession : City Attorney, Flaherty & Hood Email Id: cmhood@flaherty-hood.com Phone Number : (651) 225-8840
A Veterinarian from Sunrise Equine was present to conduct a herd evaluation and Body Condition Scores (BCS) ranging from present to conduct a herd evaluation 1-9 were assigned to each horse as each was checked. 13-CR-19-1031 Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 8/13/2021 8:56 AM State's Memorandum Of Law In Opposition To Defendant’s Motion To Dismiss For Void For Vagueness, Lack Of Probable Cause, And For A Franks Hearing Case No. 13-CR-19-1031 State of Minnesota vs Carmen Marie Burth DOB: 01-07-61
Attached is a press release. Use it as you see fit. Don Henneke, Ph.D. Director, Equine Science 254-968-9679 (Mis)Use Of The Bcs In Alleged Neglect Over the past decade, the Body Condition Scoring System for Horses (BCS) has become, in many if not most cases, the sole reason for seizure for neglect or abuse. The problem with this is that the BCS was not designed to reflect the health or well-being of the horse. The BCS provides an estimate of stored body fat. Period. … The BCS is designed as a ranking system. It was never designed to be exact and it cannot be exact because of differences in breeds, size, age and conformation between horses. It is a guideline. If the average lay horse owner gets within 1 body condition score, plus or minus, of the horses actual condition, they are doing a good job. Seizing a horse based solely on an untrained person’s estimated BCS is a very questionable practice. I find it very disturbing that humane societies and local authorities have utilized the BCS in such a manner. … 2. A BCS of less than 3 is not cause for automatic seizure. The animals in question must exhibit altered metabolism confirmed by blood analysis or other physical signs consistent with malnutrition before they can be seized for inadequate body condition. If it is determined that the horse needs immediate attention, a veterinarian of the owner’s choosing should provide those supporting procedures. These procedures may be done with supervision by the legal authorities. … 4. If at all possible, the alleged neglected horses should remain at the owner’s farm. Removing any horse from its familiar environment, drastically changing its diet, and exposing it to a new set of handlers will usually result in stress and a further loss of body condition. In the vast majority of cases, if the intent is truly the best care of the horse, that care can best be administered in familiar surroundings. If the legal authorities require, care can be conducted under their official guidance. Hennecke001.pdf
343.01 Purposes; Powers; County Organization. Subdivision 1. Formation authorized. A state federation of county and district societies for the prevention of cruelty to animals may be created as a corporation under chapter 317A for the purpose provided in section 343.06. The federation may appoint representatives in any county where no active county or district society exists for the purpose of receiving and accounting for funds from any source, and may also appoint agents at large to carry out the work of the federation throughout the state. The federation and all county and district societies may appoint agents for the purpose of investigating or otherwise assisting lawfully empowered officials in the prosecution of persons charged with cruelty to animals. Appointed agents must have training and experience in activities relating to prevention of cruelty to animals or enforcement of laws relating to cruelty to animals. The federation may make bylaws as are necessary to implement its authority under this chapter and under chapter 317A. https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/343.01
“It’s hard to see the condition these horses came in,” said Dr. Zach Loppnow, a veterinarian at Anoka Equine Veterinary Services. “The horses came to us malnourished, evident that they didn’t receive proper care that would be expected of a normal owner.
” Reporter A: So Keith she told me that you guys came out there once and no one said anything as what steps they needed to take to make the horses better. And the second time you came out you seized the horses. So what would you say in response to that?
Animal Humane Society Humane Agent Keith Streff: That’s false. 6:02-6:18/9:40.
Reporter B: Was she given warning that her horses could be taken away if she didn’t follow the steps gave her?
Animal Humane Society Humane Agent Keith Streff: Absolutely. Any more questions? Thanks for you guys coming out. 8:55-9:13/9:40. WATCH LIVE: Officials address North Branch horse cruelty case KSTP-TV was Live
Police, Animal Humane Society investigate report of horse neglect in North Branch Updated: November 18, 2019 05:23 PM
https://kstp.com/news/horse-neglect-north-branch-animal-humane-society-investigates-/5556453/
https://twitter.com/Animal_HumaneMN/status/1196590718300622848 Animal Humane Society @Animal_HumaneMN Animal Humane Society has removed 11 horses from a North Branch residence. Criminal charges have been filed against owner Carmen Burth. Learn more: http://ahs.mn/NorthBranchHorses . Image Image Image 6:47 PM · Nov 18, 2019·Twitter Web App 17 Likes
11 horses seized in North Branch, criminal charges pending Eleven horses were removed from a rural property in North Branch on Friday, November 15, 2019. The owner, Carmen Burth, has been charged with a misdemeanor violation for animal cruelty. Investigations into the case began in early September by Animal Humane Society and the North Branch Police Department. The horses that were removed from the property have body scores between 2 and 3.5 (a score of 5 is optimal). They were also suffering from poor dental care, poor hoof care, and poor sanitation. The horses are now stable and are receiving care at partner veterinary clinics before being relocated to a hooved animal rescue.
The case is ongoing and more information will be available as it develops. November 18, 2019
https://www.animalhumanesociety.org/news/11-horses-seized-north-branch
https://www.facebook.com/animalhumanesociety/posts/10158523240974714 Animal Humane SocietyNovember 18, 2019 · Over the weekend, Animal Humane Society removed 11 horses from a North Branch residence. The animals were malnourished, living in unsanitary conditions, and suffering from poor hoof and dental care. Criminal charges have been filed against owner Carmen Burth. The North Branch Police Department assisted AHS Humane Agents in drafting a search warrant, which was executed Friday. Minnesota Hooved Animal Rescue Foundation (MHARF) was recruited to transport and stage the horses at Anoka Equine Veterinary Services and the U of M Equine Center. The horses will remain under North Branch PD and AHS custody at our cost while they are receiving medical care and the veterinarian completes forensic exams. Once the horses are stabilized and forensic exams are complete, the information will be turned over to the county prosecutor for criminal review and the horses will be released to MHARF. This case is ongoing, and we will provide more details as they become available. Thank you.
"It's the social media that's the big difference in the almost 30 years I've been doing this," said Drew Fitzpatrick, executive director of the Minnesota Hooved Animal Rescue Foundation, which takes in many of the horses seized in the state. ... Meanwhile, she added, "I can't say 'boo.' I've got to remain quiet. I can't refute any of their claims." ... Fitzpatrick said she's gotten two death threats in the last six months, along with other threats of bodily harm. Social media battles complicate seizure of Minnesota horses After horses seized, owner pushes back on social media; investigators must keep mum By John Reinan Star Tribune January 19, 2021 — 10:29pm
https://www.startribune.com/social-media-battles-complicate-seizure-of-minnesota-horses/600012438/
Q And who is Drew Fitzpatrick?
A She owns and operates the Minnesota Ho – Down Rescue Foundation.
A She was present on the August 31st, search warrant
and then again in November; is that right?
A That's correct.
O What was the purpose of her presence?
A We utilized Drew as a contractor to help us load, transport over to the University of Minnesota. She has the equipment and the facilities necessary to do that. And we also utilized her for placement of horses subsequent to the disposition hearing, if there is one.
Q You’ve used her in the past then for seizure of horses?
A I have used her for many, many years.
Q Did Mr. Friday question her presence on the property?
A Yes.
Q What was the nature of that conversation?
A It is my understanding that Mr. Friday does not get along with Ms. Fitzpatrick.
Q Tell me what the conversation was rather than your impression?
A He did not agree with her assessment or her handling the horses and the objective of the role that she plays in the equine industry and assumes that, she is - - has a vendetta against him. Page 103. State Of Minnesota, Plaintiff VS. Lowell George Friday, Defendant Case No. 02-CR-12-197 Contested Omnibus Hearing July 6, 2012 Transcript. Honorable Sean C. Gibbs, Presiding. A: Animal Humane Society Humane Agent Keith Streff Q: Jennifer Nodes, attorney for the City of East Bethel. Redirect Examination
Date Minnesota Name: Hooved Animal Rescure Foundation Adoption Contract I ________________ acknowledge receipt of the animal described below: Name DOB Color Breed Sex Height Adoption fee for the sum total of: PHOTOS Adopter agree to adopt said __________ based on the terms listed below: Although I understand this animal has been inspected and evaluated, I recognize that the Minnesota Hooved Animal Rescue Foundation (MHARF) makes no guarantees regarding previous ownership, condition or health and that MHARF can only give such information as it has received. I agree to be personally responsible for the humane care of this animal including future vaccinations, deworming, proper nutrition, and hoof care, as listed in the attached MHARF Adoption Guidelines. I understand that all medical and other costs incurred after the adoption date are my sole responsibility as adopter. I understand that as an agent of MHARF may inspect the animal at any time. I understand that MHARF may elect to reassert ownership at any time if the conditions of the Adoption Guideline Guidelines are not met. ___________ (please initial here). I understand that under no circumstances can an animal adopted from MHARF be used for breeding purposes. ___________ (please initial here). I understand that this contract established co-ownership of the animal between myself and MHARF. I will at no time attempt to sell or re-home this animal. If at any time I can no longer care for this animal or chose not to own this animal, I will return said animal with prior notification to MHARF and relinquish any rights of ownership ___________ (please initial here) Adopter Signature Phone Address Email Date MHARF Agent MHARF Agent Signature Date
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Clarence: So, what documents do I have to share?
Leagle: In return for being tax exempt and receiving tax deductible contributions, Congress
requires Section 501(c)(3) organizations to disclose information about their organization to the
public. You’re required to share the following documents with the public when requested:
• Annual returns for three years after the due date. This includes returns like your Form
990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, and any Forms 990-T filed after August 17, 2006, including your extensions.
• All Form 990 schedules (except portions of Schedule B), attachments and supporting documents.
• Your application for exemption and all supporting documents, like Form 1023, if you filed
it on or after July 15, 1987.
• And the determination letter from the IRS that shows your organization has tax-exempt
status.
https://www.stayexempt.irs.gov/home/existing-organizations/required-disclosures
https://www.stayexempt.irs.gov/se/files/downloads/Required_Disclosures_Print_for_PDF.pdf
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Clarence: So, how quickly do I need to make the documents available?
Leagle: Normally, it’s the day you’re asked for them.
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A. They threatened to take the most important thing in my life. And you have three - - three officers coming in and even an officer that’s armed just like them. Very - - very unexpected. It just - - just just extremely intimidating and I’m ashamed to say it cause if I would have known today - - if I would have known then what I know today it wouldn’t have been the same. They couldn’t have bullied and intimidated me if I would have know today - - or known then what I know today; how bad it is.
Q. I am going to come back to that. When you say “armed like them”, who do you mean?
A. Mr. Streff was - - looked just like he did today. Just like a peace officer with his - - equipped just like a - - like any other deputy. But it’s - -
Q. And how about - - how about Deputy Slater and Sargant Gulden?
A. The same. They were - -
Q. Did they have a side arm with them?
A. Yeah, Yeah, they all did.
Q. And a badge - - badge on?
A. Yeah.
Q. They were in uniform?
A. Yes, they were.
Q. You said you felt intimidated. Why?
A. They came on right from the beginning bullying and badgering and I didn’t - - I didn’t - - I haven’t hid the fact from anyone that I have some bad feet. But they - - I didn’t try to to hide it on the tapes. I didn’t try to cover up from anybody. I didn’t lie to them. I didn’t - - they could have asked me if - - why I killed Adolf Hitler and I’d a said I had to. I didn’t know if I was foot or horseback that day. I didn’t
have a clue with the threatening and badgering and it was on and on like that. And it was the speaking, the gestures, everything that they did. I love my ponies. And when they threatened like that, you’ll hear someplace in there where I say that it’s the most important thing next to my family. Well, it’s the third most important thing to me. There’s God, there’s my family and there’s my ponies. And when I told - - when I told Mr. Slater in that tape that I would feel better of he shot me, I wasn’t lying. That was very true. They don’t have a clue, You can have all the experts in the world, but if you want to see a horse in pain, that grey horse that they show for their Rowdy, that grey stud that they show for their poster child, with all the nasty pictures they have, you don’t have a clue what pain is until you’ve seen a bad farrier trim them. Partial Transcript Of Proceedings April l9, 2019. Court File No. 83-CR-18-513 State of Minnesota vs. Michael Charles Johnson. Attachment No. 14. Affidavit Of Joseph A. Gangi Court File No. 46-CV-19-1224. Goldmount Veterinary Center, P.A. vs Watonwan County, Animal Humane Society. Direct Examination Of Michael Johnson By Mr. Kuettner. A: Michael Johnson Q: James Kuettner
https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/13.055 13.055 Disclosure Of Breach In Security; Notification And Investigation Report Required. Subd. 2. Notice to individuals; investigation report. (a) A government entity that collects, creates, receives, maintains, or disseminates private or confidential data on individuals must disclose any breach of the security of the data following discovery or notification of the breach. Written notification must be made to any individual who is the subject of the data and whose private or confidential data was, or is reasonably believed to have been, acquired by an unauthorized person and must inform the individual that a report will be prepared under paragraph (b), how the individual may obtain access to the report, and that the individual may request delivery of the report by mail or e-mail. The disclosure must be made in the most expedient time possible and without unreasonable delay, consistent with (1) the legitimate needs of a law enforcement agency as provided in subdivision 3; or (2) any measures necessary to determine the scope of the breach and restore the reasonable security of the data.
A Again, I'm not sure. I'd have to - - I know from working with the City of East Bethel that it was assumed that I was their agent and worked in that capacity, and at one point I asked them to officially documentation and send it.
Q But that was sometime after August 29th?
A It could be. I'd have to look at it. A: Animal Humane Society Humane Agent Keith Streff Q: Robert Richman, attorney for defendant Lowell Friday. Page 51. Page 51. State Of Minnesota, Plaintiff VS. Lowell George Friday, Defendant Case No. 02-CR-12-197 Contested Omnibus Hearing July 6, 2012 Transcript. Honorable Sean C. Gibbs, Presiding.
Q So given that you didn't have a search warrant what authorized you to even step on that property?
A we discussed the situation with Mr. Friday. Mr. Friday and I have a rather cordial relationship and
I explained to him exactly what the policy, procedure was that we were following, and the purpose for our visit, and that we wanted to establish the facts and circumstances regarding the health and welfare of his horses and he voluntarily allowed us to do that. Page 19. Direction Examination A: Animal Humane Society Humane Agent Keith Streff Q: Jennifer Nodes, attorney for the City of East Bethel.
Mr. Karpan: I do have one request. Um, I've not asked for this before, I'm not sure how to handle it, but the Department of Natural Resources as they've done in the past has seen fit to do a press release, and officer Osborne has answered questions for the newspaper. My client – all the facts of the case are in the Echo Press, on the radio and in sporting magazines. Not only are there quotes in there that aren't - - I mean I know the State has a right to release incident data I think it's called.
Under Chapter 13.82, investigative data is not to be released. Well, there are pictures allegedly of my client's fish all over the Echo Press. Everybody in town is talking about it. I don't know if I'll have to make a change of venue motion eventually. I'll have to see how this plays out in a few months.
But under 13.82, there's no way the DNR is supposed to be releasing pictures of evidence to the newspaper. It prejudices my client. It prejudices all of us. It makes it impossible to get a fair trail. So I'm asking the Court to order the Department of Natural Resources to not discuss this case any further until it's done.
The Court: Mr. Hochsprung?
Mr. Hochsprung: Your Honor, I did not authorize the Department of Natural Resources to disclose anything to the paper. Um, I can talk with Mr. Osborne or whoever about that, but I don't have any information about that. State of Minnesota vs. Ronald Wayne Johnson Rule 5/ Rule 8 Hearing. Court File No. 21-CR- 13-51. February 11, 2013.
Q. Did you ever go back to your boss, Kathy Mock, and explain that your statement in this e-mail was based on an assumption?
A. I don’t recall having that conversation, no.
Q. And you went - - Animal Humane Society went one step further in that Animal Humane Society sued Mike Johnson on the basis of this agreement that you assumed existed, right?
A. That’s what it appears to be, yes. A = Animal Humane Society Humane Agent Keith Streff Q = Direct by Cory Genelin, attorney for Plaintiff Goldmount Veterinary Center, P.A. Goldmount v. Watonwan Co, AHS, et a1. Page 167. Declaration Of Katherine B. Freitag In Support Of The Animal Humane Society’s Motion For A New Trial Or In The Alternative Remittitur Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 7/29/2021 4:30 PM
Order For Judgment It Is Hereby Ordered: 1) Judgment shall be entered in favor of Goldmount Veterinary Center, P.A. against Animal Humane Society in the amount of $1,498,375, plus costs and disbursements allowed by law. Findings Of Fact, Conclusion Of Law, And Order For Judgment Darci J. Bentz Judge of District Court July 9, 2021 3:38 PM.
I contacted the Pine County Sheriffs Dept. for a deputy assist on my way to the property. I met with Pine Deputy CARL HAWKINSON and we then met with donkey ownerJOSEPH SWEEP who informed us that his wife has died today, which was an awkward situation. However SWEEP was agreeable to allow us to see the donkeys. He also admitted that the feet were long and stated that he has been thinking about shooting a couple of them because they were old. I told him that he wouldn't have to do that and that I have people that would take them in and care for them. SWEEP stated that he used to have Farrier STEVE slKKlNK do the hoofs, but that he would no longer answer his calls and never came back. He also told us that he has been trying to get rid of them for the past couple years now and if I had someone to take them he would be fine with it. ANIMAL HUMANE SOCIETY INVESTIGATION REPORT Golden Valley ICN: 2O17-06-19-01. Pine ICR# 17133824 Alleged Violator(s): Address: Joseph Sweep DOB 3/11/52 46381 Dove Rd Hinckley, MN 55037 Pine County lnvestigator: Hanson /Deputy Carl Hawkinson Date of Complaint: 6/19/17 for Case No. 58-CR-17-782 State of Minnesota vs Joseph Claus Sweep.
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Christopher Hood, North Branch City Attorney, Flaherty & Hood 651-225-8840:
Thank you for the quick response. Are you are aren't you advising Dan Meyer, Police Chief 651-277-5237 & Fry Renae, City Administrator 651-277-5229 to harass me with fraudulent bills that neither Meyer nor Fry will justify pursuant to 13.03 Subd. 3.(d)? Did you know that Meyer is so much a guilty coward that he won't even return my phone calls? Is that how a responsible authority is supposed to act? Since Meyer was caught illegally withholding evidence from Luke Koslowski in Case No. 13-CR-19-987 State of Minnesota vs Luke Eugene Koslowski it does explain but not justify Meyer's actions, right?
Terry Dean, Nemmers 320-283-5713
https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/13.03 Subd. 3. Request for access to data. (a) Upon request to a responsible authority or designee, (d) The responsible authority, upon the request of any person, shall provide sufficient documentation to explain and justify the fee being charged.
Dan Meyer, Police Chief 651-277-5237 & Fry Renae, City Administrator 651-277-5229:
Chapter 13 data request: Please email/file share me the following readily available, free, electronic, public data in its original searchable pdf format from your respective offices pursuant to 13.03 Subd. 3(e) and Gen. Rules Prac. Rule 14:
1. Signed appointment pursuant to the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Chapter 343.01 of Animal Humane Agent/Investigator Amanda Oquist or any other personnel from the MN nonprofit Animal Humane Society for the purpose of investigating or otherwise assisting lawfully empowered officials in the prosecution of persons charged with cruelty to animals. Please included confidentially agreements if that is not incorporated in the appointment. Since it is a matter of the public that AHS Humane Agent Keith Sreff lied under oath in the high-profile animal cruelty case Case No. 02-CR-12-197 State of Minnesota vs Lowell George Friday do you or don’t you require all interactions with a suspect in a animal cruelty case be either audio or video recorded? Does it or doesn’t it bother you that there is no objective evidence that a consent to search was obtained either in writing or by audio or video when AHS Humane Agent Wade Hanson was investigating Case No. 58-CR-17-782 State of Minnesota vs Joseph Claus Sweep?
2. Complaints filed against Animal Humane Agent/Investigator Amanda Oquist or any other personnel from the MN nonprofit Animal Humane Society for harassment, falsifying reports, impersonating a peace officer, wearing a firearm during investigations. You are aware that it is a matter of the public record that AHS Humane Agent Keith Sreff was impersonating a peace officer in the high-profile animal cruelty case Case No. 83-CR-18-513 State of Minnesota vs Michael Charles Johnson, aren’t you? Does the City of North Branch prohibit Animal Humane Agent/Investigator Amanda Oquist or any other personnel from the MN nonprofit Animal Humane Society from wearing uniforms, patches, badges, and sidearms that indicate an intent to mislead another into believing that the impersonator is actually an officer?
3. Bills submitted by Sunrise Equine, Anoka Equine Veterinary Services and any other provider of Veterinary Services for the investigations into Carmen Burth for Case No. 13-CR-19-1031 State of Minnesota vs Carmen Marie Burth DOB: 01-07-61. Do you or don’t you require your veterinarians during animal cruelty cases to do objective blood tests to substantiate their subject findings ascertained in their Henneke Body Condition Scoring System for Horses? Do you or don’t you require your veterinarians to produce those lab results that indicate an altered metabolism before removing horses?
4. Bills submitted by Drew Fitzpatrick, executive director of the Minnesota Hooved Animal Rescue Foundation for services rendered in the investigations into Carmen Burth for Case No. 13-CR-19-1031 State of Minnesota vs Carmen Marie Burth DOB: 01-07-61. Are you of aren’t you aware that Fitzpatrick has willfully refused to provide me with her non-profit’s Form 990 in violation of IRS’ Required Disclosures ? Do you or don’t think it creates an appearance of impropriety and a conflict of interest for Fitzpatrick to falsely misrepresent her seized horse “co-ownership agreements” as “adoptions”?
5. Signed confidentiality agreements with Drew Fitzpatrick, the veterinarians at Sunrise Equine, the v at Anoka Equine Veterinary Services and any other provider of veterinary services for the investigations into Carmen Burth for Case No. 13-CR-19-1031 State of Minnesota vs Carmen Marie Burth DOB: 01-07-61. Signed authorization allowing Oquist, Streff, Fitzpatrick, Dr. Zach Loppnow, a veterinarian at Anoka Equine Veterinary Services release confidential criminal investigative data for Case No. 13-CR-19-1031 State of Minnesota vs Carmen Marie Burth DOB: 01-07-61 to the local media outlets or post to their business websites and social media sites for the express purpose of personal promotion and fund raising.
6. City of North Branch 13.055 Subd. 2. Disclosure Of Breach In Security; Notification And Investigation Report Required notice submitted to Carmen Burth in regard to the illegal release of her confidential 13.82 Subd. 7. Criminal investigative data. The data from the resulting investigation of the data breach. And any correspondence from Burth’s attorney Mark Gabriel Giancola objecting to City of North Branch Chief of Police Daniel Meyer, Assistant Chisago County Attorney Kathryn Jean Kelly and Chisago County Attorney Janet Reiter trying Case No. 13-CR-19-1031 State of Minnesota vs Carmen Marie Burth DOB: 01-07-61 in the court of public opinion.
Terry Dean, Nemmers 320-283-5713
P.S. Does it or doesn’t it bother you that the nonprofit Animal Humane Society had a judgment of $1,498,375 entered against it for failing to keep the terms and conditions of a contract with veterinarian Shirley Kittleson in the high-profile Case No. 46-CV-19-1224 Goldmount Veterinary Center, P.A. vs Watonwan County, Animal Humane Society?
https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/609.4751 609.4751 Impersonating A Peace Officer. § Subdivision 1. Misdemeanor. Whoever falsely impersonates a peace officer with intent to mislead another into believing that the impersonator is actually an officer is guilty of a misdemeanor. Subd. 2. Gross misdemeanor. Whoever violates subdivision 1 while committing any of the following acts is guilty of a gross misdemeanor: (1) gaining access to a public building or government facility that is not open to the public; (2) without legal authority, directing or ordering another person to act or refrain from acting; (3) violating section 169.64, subdivision 2, 3, or 4, or the siren provisions of section 169.68; or (4) operating a motor vehicle marked: (i) with the word or words "police," "patrolman," "sheriff," "deputy," "trooper," "state patrol," "conservation officer," "agent," or "marshal"; or (ii) with any lettering, marking, or insignia, or colorable imitation thereof, including, but not limited to, stars, badges, or shields identifying the vehicle as a law enforcement vehicle, and which a reasonable person would believe is a law enforcement vehicle governed under section 169.98, subdivision 1.
http://www.ci.north-branch.mn.us/staff_directory_detail_T11_R63.php Last Name : Hood First Name : Christopher Profession : City Attorney, Flaherty & Hood Email Id: cmhood@flaherty-hood.com Phone Number : (651) 225-8840
A Veterinarian from Sunrise Equine was present to conduct a herd evaluation and Body Condition Scores (BCS) ranging from present to conduct a herd evaluation 1-9 were assigned to each horse as each was checked. 13-CR-19-1031 Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 8/13/2021 8:56 AM State's Memorandum Of Law In Opposition To Defendant’s Motion To Dismiss For Void For Vagueness, Lack Of Probable Cause, And For A Franks Hearing Case No. 13-CR-19-1031 State of Minnesota vs Carmen Marie Burth DOB: 01-07-61
Attached is a press release. Use it as you see fit. Don Henneke, Ph.D. Director, Equine Science 254-968-9679 (Mis)Use Of The Bcs In Alleged Neglect Over the past decade, the Body Condition Scoring System for Horses (BCS) has become, in many if not most cases, the sole reason for seizure for neglect or abuse. The problem with this is that the BCS was not designed to reflect the health or well-being of the horse. The BCS provides an estimate of stored body fat. Period. … The BCS is designed as a ranking system. It was never designed to be exact and it cannot be exact because of differences in breeds, size, age and conformation between horses. It is a guideline. If the average lay horse owner gets within 1 body condition score, plus or minus, of the horses actual condition, they are doing a good job. Seizing a horse based solely on an untrained person’s estimated BCS is a very questionable practice. I find it very disturbing that humane societies and local authorities have utilized the BCS in such a manner. … 2. A BCS of less than 3 is not cause for automatic seizure. The animals in question must exhibit altered metabolism confirmed by blood analysis or other physical signs consistent with malnutrition before they can be seized for inadequate body condition. If it is determined that the horse needs immediate attention, a veterinarian of the owner’s choosing should provide those supporting procedures. These procedures may be done with supervision by the legal authorities. … 4. If at all possible, the alleged neglected horses should remain at the owner’s farm. Removing any horse from its familiar environment, drastically changing its diet, and exposing it to a new set of handlers will usually result in stress and a further loss of body condition. In the vast majority of cases, if the intent is truly the best care of the horse, that care can best be administered in familiar surroundings. If the legal authorities require, care can be conducted under their official guidance. Hennecke001.pdf
343.01 Purposes; Powers; County Organization. Subdivision 1. Formation authorized. A state federation of county and district societies for the prevention of cruelty to animals may be created as a corporation under chapter 317A for the purpose provided in section 343.06. The federation may appoint representatives in any county where no active county or district society exists for the purpose of receiving and accounting for funds from any source, and may also appoint agents at large to carry out the work of the federation throughout the state. The federation and all county and district societies may appoint agents for the purpose of investigating or otherwise assisting lawfully empowered officials in the prosecution of persons charged with cruelty to animals. Appointed agents must have training and experience in activities relating to prevention of cruelty to animals or enforcement of laws relating to cruelty to animals. The federation may make bylaws as are necessary to implement its authority under this chapter and under chapter 317A. https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/343.01
“It’s hard to see the condition these horses came in,” said Dr. Zach Loppnow, a veterinarian at Anoka Equine Veterinary Services. “The horses came to us malnourished, evident that they didn’t receive proper care that would be expected of a normal owner.
” Reporter A: So Keith she told me that you guys came out there once and no one said anything as what steps they needed to take to make the horses better. And the second time you came out you seized the horses. So what would you say in response to that?
Animal Humane Society Humane Agent Keith Streff: That’s false. 6:02-6:18/9:40.
Reporter B: Was she given warning that her horses could be taken away if she didn’t follow the steps gave her?
Animal Humane Society Humane Agent Keith Streff: Absolutely. Any more questions? Thanks for you guys coming out. 8:55-9:13/9:40. WATCH LIVE: Officials address North Branch horse cruelty case KSTP-TV was Live
Police, Animal Humane Society investigate report of horse neglect in North Branch Updated: November 18, 2019 05:23 PM
https://kstp.com/news/horse-neglect-north-branch-animal-humane-society-investigates-/5556453/
https://twitter.com/Animal_HumaneMN/status/1196590718300622848 Animal Humane Society @Animal_HumaneMN Animal Humane Society has removed 11 horses from a North Branch residence. Criminal charges have been filed against owner Carmen Burth. Learn more: http://ahs.mn/NorthBranchHorses . Image Image Image 6:47 PM · Nov 18, 2019·Twitter Web App 17 Likes
11 horses seized in North Branch, criminal charges pending Eleven horses were removed from a rural property in North Branch on Friday, November 15, 2019. The owner, Carmen Burth, has been charged with a misdemeanor violation for animal cruelty. Investigations into the case began in early September by Animal Humane Society and the North Branch Police Department. The horses that were removed from the property have body scores between 2 and 3.5 (a score of 5 is optimal). They were also suffering from poor dental care, poor hoof care, and poor sanitation. The horses are now stable and are receiving care at partner veterinary clinics before being relocated to a hooved animal rescue.
The case is ongoing and more information will be available as it develops. November 18, 2019
https://www.animalhumanesociety.org/news/11-horses-seized-north-branch
https://www.facebook.com/animalhumanesociety/posts/10158523240974714 Animal Humane SocietyNovember 18, 2019 · Over the weekend, Animal Humane Society removed 11 horses from a North Branch residence. The animals were malnourished, living in unsanitary conditions, and suffering from poor hoof and dental care. Criminal charges have been filed against owner Carmen Burth. The North Branch Police Department assisted AHS Humane Agents in drafting a search warrant, which was executed Friday. Minnesota Hooved Animal Rescue Foundation (MHARF) was recruited to transport and stage the horses at Anoka Equine Veterinary Services and the U of M Equine Center. The horses will remain under North Branch PD and AHS custody at our cost while they are receiving medical care and the veterinarian completes forensic exams. Once the horses are stabilized and forensic exams are complete, the information will be turned over to the county prosecutor for criminal review and the horses will be released to MHARF. This case is ongoing, and we will provide more details as they become available. Thank you.
"It's the social media that's the big difference in the almost 30 years I've been doing this," said Drew Fitzpatrick, executive director of the Minnesota Hooved Animal Rescue Foundation, which takes in many of the horses seized in the state. ... Meanwhile, she added, "I can't say 'boo.' I've got to remain quiet. I can't refute any of their claims." ... Fitzpatrick said she's gotten two death threats in the last six months, along with other threats of bodily harm. Social media battles complicate seizure of Minnesota horses After horses seized, owner pushes back on social media; investigators must keep mum By John Reinan Star Tribune January 19, 2021 — 10:29pm
https://www.startribune.com/social-media-battles-complicate-seizure-of-minnesota-horses/600012438/
Q And who is Drew Fitzpatrick?
A She owns and operates the Minnesota Ho – Down Rescue Foundation.
A She was present on the August 31st, search warrant
and then again in November; is that right?
A That's correct.
O What was the purpose of her presence?
A We utilized Drew as a contractor to help us load, transport over to the University of Minnesota. She has the equipment and the facilities necessary to do that. And we also utilized her for placement of horses subsequent to the disposition hearing, if there is one.
Q You’ve used her in the past then for seizure of horses?
A I have used her for many, many years.
Q Did Mr. Friday question her presence on the property?
A Yes.
Q What was the nature of that conversation?
A It is my understanding that Mr. Friday does not get along with Ms. Fitzpatrick.
Q Tell me what the conversation was rather than your impression?
A He did not agree with her assessment or her handling the horses and the objective of the role that she plays in the equine industry and assumes that, she is - - has a vendetta against him. Page 103. State Of Minnesota, Plaintiff VS. Lowell George Friday, Defendant Case No. 02-CR-12-197 Contested Omnibus Hearing July 6, 2012 Transcript. Honorable Sean C. Gibbs, Presiding. A: Animal Humane Society Humane Agent Keith Streff Q: Jennifer Nodes, attorney for the City of East Bethel. Redirect Examination
Date Minnesota Name: Hooved Animal Rescure Foundation Adoption Contract I ________________ acknowledge receipt of the animal described below: Name DOB Color Breed Sex Height Adoption fee for the sum total of: PHOTOS Adopter agree to adopt said __________ based on the terms listed below: Although I understand this animal has been inspected and evaluated, I recognize that the Minnesota Hooved Animal Rescue Foundation (MHARF) makes no guarantees regarding previous ownership, condition or health and that MHARF can only give such information as it has received. I agree to be personally responsible for the humane care of this animal including future vaccinations, deworming, proper nutrition, and hoof care, as listed in the attached MHARF Adoption Guidelines. I understand that this contract established co-ownership of the animal between myself and MHARF. I will at no time attempt to sell or re-home this animal. If at any time I can no longer care for this animal or chose not to own this animal, I will return said animal with prior notification to MHARF and relinquish any rights of ownership ___________ (please initial here) Adopter Signature Phone Address Email Date MHARF Agent MHARF Agent Signature Date
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Clarence: So, what documents do I have to share?Leagle: In return for being tax exempt and receiving tax deductible contributions, Congress requires Section 501(c)(3) organizations to disclose information about their organization to the public. You’re required to share the following documents with the public when requested:
• Annual returns for three years after the due date. This includes returns like your Form 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, and any Forms 990-T filed after August 17, 2006, including your extensions.
• All Form 990 schedules (except portions of Schedule B), attachments and supporting documents.
• Your application for exemption and all supporting documents, like Form 1023, if you filed it on or after July 15, 1987.
• And the determination letter from the IRS that shows your organization has tax-exempt status.
https://www.stayexempt.irs.gov/home/existing-organizations/required-disclosures
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Clarence: So, how quickly do I need to make the documents available?
Leagle: Normally, it’s the day you’re asked for them.
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A. They threatened to take the most important thing in my life. And you have three - - three officers coming in and even an officer that’s armed just like them. Very - - very unexpected. It just - - just just extremely intimidating and I’m ashamed to say it cause if I would have known today - - if I would have known then what I know today it wouldn’t have been the same. They couldn’t have bullied and intimidated me if I would have know today - - or known then what I know today; how bad it is.
Q. I am going to come back to that. When you say “armed like them”, who do you mean?
A. Mr. Streff was - - looked just like he did today. Just like a peace officer with his - - equipped just like a - - like any other deputy. But it’s - -
Q. And how about - - how about Deputy Slater and Sargant Gulden?
A. The same. They were - -
Q. Did they have a side arm with them?
A. Yeah, Yeah, they all did.
Q. And a badge - - badge on?
A. Yeah.
Q. They were in uniform?
A. Yes, they were.
Q. You said you felt intimidated. Why?
A. They came on right from the beginning bullying and badgering and I didn’t - - I didn’t - - I haven’t hid the fact from anyone that I have some bad feet. But they - - I didn’t try to to hide it on the tapes. I didn’t try to cover up from anybody. I didn’t lie to them. I didn’t - - they could have asked me if - - why I killed Adolf Hitler and I’d a said I had to. I didn’t know if I was foot or horseback that day. I didn’t have a clue with the threatening and badgering and it was on and on like that. And it was the speaking, the gestures, everything that they did. I love my ponies. And when they threatened like that, you’ll hear someplace in there where I say that it’s the most important thing next to my family. Well, it’s the third most important thing to me. There’s God, there’s my family and there’s my ponies. And when I told - - when I told Mr. Slater in that tape that I would feel better of he shot me, I wasn’t lying. That was very true. They don’t have a clue, You can have all the experts in the world, but if you want to see a horse in pain, that grey horse that they show for their Rowdy, that grey stud that they show for their poster child, with all the nasty pictures they have, you don’t have a clue what pain is until you’ve seen a bad farrier trim them. Partial Transcript Of Proceedings April l9, 2019. Court File No. 83-CR-18-513 State of Minnesota vs. Michael Charles Johnson. Attachment No. 14. Affidavit Of Joseph A. Gangi Court File No. 46-CV-19-1224. Goldmount Veterinary Center, P.A. vs Watonwan County, Animal Humane Society. Direct Examination Of Michael Johnson By Mr. Kuettner. A: Michael Johnson Q: James Kuettner
https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/13.055 13.055 Disclosure Of Breach In Security; Notification And Investigation Report Required. Subd. 2. Notice to individuals; investigation report. (a) A government entity that collects, creates, receives, maintains, or disseminates private or confidential data on individuals must disclose any breach of the security of the data following discovery or notification of the breach. Written notification must be made to any individual who is the subject of the data and whose private or confidential data was, or is reasonably believed to have been, acquired by an unauthorized person and must inform the individual that a report will be prepared under paragraph (b), how the individual may obtain access to the report, and that the individual may request delivery of the report by mail or e-mail. The disclosure must be made in the most expedient time possible and without unreasonable delay, consistent with (1) the legitimate needs of a law enforcement agency as provided in subdivision 3; or (2) any measures necessary to determine the scope of the breach and restore the reasonable security of the data.
A Again, I'm not sure. I'd have to - - I know from working with the City of East Bethel that it was assumed that I was their agent and worked in that capacity, and at one point I asked them to officially documentation and send it.
Q But that was sometime after August 29th?
A It could be. I'd have to look at it. A: Animal Humane Society Humane Agent Keith Streff Q: Robert Richman, attorney for defendant Lowell Friday. Page 51. Page 51. State Of Minnesota, Plaintiff VS. Lowell George Friday, Defendant Case No. 02-CR-12-197 Contested Omnibus Hearing July 6, 2012 Transcript. Honorable Sean C. Gibbs, Presiding.
Q So given that you didn't have a search warrant what authorized you to even step on that property?
A we discussed the situation with Mr. Friday. Mr. Friday and I have a rather cordial relationship and
I explained to him exactly what the policy, procedure was that we were following, and the purpose for our visit, and that we wanted to establish the facts and circumstances regarding the health and welfare of his horses and he voluntarily allowed us to do that. Page 19. Direction Examination A: Animal Humane Society Humane Agent Keith Streff Q: Jennifer Nodes, attorney for the City of East Bethel.
Mr. Karpan: I do have one request. Um, I've not asked for this before, I'm not sure how to handle it, but the Department of Natural Resources as they've done in the past has seen fit to do a press release, and officer Osborne has answered questions for the newspaper. My client – all the facts of the case are in the Echo Press, on the radio and in sporting magazines. Not only are there quotes in there that aren't - - I mean I know the State has a right to release incident data I think it's called.
Under Chapter 13.82, investigative data is not to be released. Well, there are pictures allegedly of my client's fish all over the Echo Press. Everybody in town is talking about it. I don't know if I'll have to make a change of venue motion eventually. I'll have to see how this plays out in a few months.
But under 13.82, there's no way the DNR is supposed to be releasing pictures of evidence to the newspaper. It prejudices my client. It prejudices all of us. It makes it impossible to get a fair trail. So I'm asking the Court to order the Department of Natural Resources to not discuss this case any further until it's done.
The Court: Mr. Hochsprung?
Mr. Hochsprung: Your Honor, I did not authorize the Department of Natural Resources to disclose anything to the paper. Um, I can talk with Mr. Osborne or whoever about that, but I don't have any information about that. State of Minnesota vs. Ronald Wayne Johnson Rule 5/ Rule 8 Hearing. Court File No. 21-CR- 13-51. February 11, 2013.
Q. Did you ever go back to your boss, Kathy Mock, and explain that your statement in this e-mail was based on an assumption?
A. I don’t recall having that conversation, no.
Q. And you went - - Animal Humane Society went one step further in that Animal Humane Society sued Mike Johnson on the basis of this agreement that you assumed existed, right?
A. That’s what it appears to be, yes. A = Animal Humane Society Humane Agent Keith Streff Q = Direct by Cory Genelin, attorney for Plaintiff Goldmount Veterinary Center, P.A. Goldmount v. Watonwan Co, AHS, et a1. Page 167. Declaration Of Katherine B. Freitag In Support Of The Animal Humane Society’s Motion For A New Trial Or In The Alternative Remittitur Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 7/29/2021 4:30 PM
Order For Judgment It Is Hereby Ordered: 1) Judgment shall be entered in favor of Goldmount Veterinary Center, P.A. against Animal Humane Society in the amount of $1,498,375, plus costs and disbursements allowed by law. Findings Of Fact, Conclusion Of Law, And Order For Judgment Darci J. Bentz Judge of District Court July 9, 2021 3:38 PM.
I contacted the Pine County Sheriffs Dept. for a deputy assist on my way to the property. I met with Pine Deputy CARL HAWKINSON and we then met with donkey ownerJOSEPH SWEEP who informed us that his wife has died today, which was an awkward situation. However SWEEP was agreeable to allow us to see the donkeys. He also admitted that the feet were long and stated that he has been thinking about shooting a couple of them because they were old. I told him that he wouldn't have to do that and that I have people that would take them in and care for them. SWEEP stated that he used to have Farrier STEVE slKKlNK do the hoofs, but that he would no longer answer his calls and never came back. He also told us that he has been trying to get rid of them for the past couple years now and if I had someone to take them he would be fine with it. ANIMAL HUMANE SOCIETY INVESTIGATION REPORT Golden Valley ICN: 2O17-06-19-01. Pine ICR# 17133824 Alleged Violator(s): Address: Joseph Sweep DOB 3/11/52 46381 Dove Rd Hinckley, MN 55037 Pine County lnvestigator: Hanson /Deputy Carl Hawkinson Date of Complaint: 6/19/17 for Case No. 58-CR-17-782 State of Minnesota vs Joseph Claus Sweep.
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