When Donivee Johnson assumed the role of Canton’s mayor in January 1997, transitioning from the role of council member where she had served since July of 1993, Canton city government had no home. There was no city office, with the mayor and city clerk working out of their respective homes with no dedicated city phone number. Council meetings were held at the community … [Read more...]
Canton approves 2021 final operating budget with 0% levy increase
At the December 9, 2020, Canton City Council meeting, the proposed 2021 final operating budget and tax levy was reviewed. General Fund expenditures of $257,945 (increase of $4,745 from proposed) and revenues of $260,180 (decrease of $8,116 from proposed) are due to the proposed reduction to the certified proposed 4% tax levy submitted to Fillmore County at the September 9 … [Read more...]
Canton determines new utility rates
Prior to the regular city council meeting on Tuesday, November 10, 2020, Canton held a special meeting at 6 p.m. to inform residents of proposed utility rate increase. Canton residents were informed on the status of the current budget shortfalls in the city’s utility funds. Four residents were in attendance to hear the proposals and ask questions. Mayor Johnson led the … [Read more...]
City of Canton continues to utilize CARES funds; year-end business
The Canton City Council regular meeting was held on Wednesday, October 14, 2020, at the town hall due to ongoing COVID precautions. September meeting minutes and monthly bills were approved as presented. Consent agenda items of monthly bills, waiver of town hall rental fee for the Mabel-Canton School district informational meeting, held on October 5 regarding general election … [Read more...]
Canton City Council establishes preliminary budget/tax levy; sets utility rate public hearing date
In an effort to establish the 2021 Canton City budget and tax levy, Clerk Brock Bergey presented four alternatives to the city mayor and councilpersons for discussion and review at the September 9, 2020, meeting. The differences in the proposals included street repairs, meeting clerk staffing needs, and wage budgeting. Common to all proposals were exterior repairs to the bus … [Read more...]
City of Canton continues utility rate increase discussion
The regular August 12, 2020, Canton City Council meeting required dealing with several unfinished business items, including utility service rate increases. Multiple options were presented by Mayor Johnson for potential water rate increases and the resulting effect on city reserve funds. Current sewer and garbage rates are meeting budget needs, although Richard’s … [Read more...]
Canton City Council adopts resolution condemning hate speech
In a show of support for the Canton City Clerk, Brock Bergey, Mayor Donivee Johnson introduced a resolution in response to the recent acts of Jamie Knutson, who publicly directed hate speech towards the clerk. Knutson posted his comments with photos of a building on his property painted in a variety of colors with graffiti directed towards Bergey on his Facebook page. … [Read more...]
Annual Zeb’s Memorial Classic taking place in Chatfield
“Zeb was my best friend. Zeb was everyone’s best friend, or at least it seemed that way,” states Ben Vondal. So when Zebulin “Zeb” Hermanson was lost to suicide in 2018, his heartbroken friends knew they had to find a way to keep his memory alive but they also wanted to find a way to help those who may be struggling as Zeb was. “Adam Cole and I got together and decided we … [Read more...]
Canton City Council continues discussion of utility rates and legal issues
The regular June meeting was held in the Town Hall once again to allow for social distancing requirements. Mayor Johnson called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. with all members present. Previous meeting minutes and consent agenda items were approved as presented. Mayor Johnson clarified that Abby’s Concessions donation for utilizing city electrical is donated to the fire … [Read more...]
City of Canton alters COVID-19 response
Canton City Council members met on May 13 at the town hall to comply with social distancing requirements. Coincidentally, Governor Walz announced that Minnesota’s Stay-at- home directive would be allowed to expire on May 18. Council updates to COVID-19 policy included opening of the city office on May 18 and the resumption of the normal utility disconnection policy. … [Read more...]
Canton City Council continues COVID-19 pandemic policies and practices
Due to COVID-19, the regular April 8, 2020, Canton City Council meeting was held in the Canton Town Hall to comply with social distancing requirements. COVID-19 response – stay at home extended to May 4. City Operations – no public access to all city facilities; park will remain open; notification that area is not a sanitized environment placed. Staff health and safety … [Read more...]