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Business as usual despite damage

By Jolene FarleyNew Vision Co-op in Beaver Creek continues cleanup after two elevators and a grain leg toppled during the storm last Tuesday. Crews were dismantling the elevators this week and management estimates the task will be complete in 10 days to two weeks. "Sight cleaning and harvest planning are our top priorities at New Vision," Western Area Supervisor Mick Thon said. No harvest policies will change due to the bin loss in Beaver Creek, according to Thon. "We’re still going to be able to handle all the grain," he said. New Vision is licensed for a certain amount of grain storage so any excess grain can be moved to a different location, according to ThonA 468,000 concrete silo has been under construction at the Hills facility this summer and is expected to be ready by harvest. New Vision officials haven’t decided if the elevators in Beaver Creek will be rebuilt yet. "That decision would be made by the main office," Thon said. New Vision officials in Worthington are working with insurance adjusters. The bin site was ruled a total loss. "When the insurance company comes up with an offer it will go before the board and general manager," Thon said.Management has solicited bids from contractors, but hasn’t received any estimates back yet, according to Thon. If the elevators were rebuilt, they wouldn’t be ready for this year’s harvest. Order delivery for materials is about two months out.

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