Fountain City Council met on Thursday, May 2, 2013 during a record-breaking snowfall in the area. All council members were present in addition to Ronda Flattum, City Clerk, and Police Chief Tom Mosher.
The first order of business was to discuss t
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"Where Fillmore County News Comes First"
Online Edition
Tuesday, June 18th, 2013
Volume ∞ Issue ∞
- 7:10:46, Jun 13th 2013 - chipperlee - Seems to be a well written article, except maybe Silica Sand is used in ... [Read More]
- 12:02:15, Jun 9th 2013 - getthefacts - The problem here lies in the fact that girls were repeatedly told "if y ... [Read More]
- 10:45:32, Jun 7th 2013 - Jo mom for 6yrs - Mr. Ehler hit the nail on the head. I agree with the religious con ... [Read More]
- 2:47:58, Jun 7th 2013 - hello - Hello, it's time you wake up. There isn't a community nearby that doesn't offe ... [Read More]
- 9:06:21, Jun 6th 2013 - hello - Hello, it's time you wake up. There isn't a community nearby that doesn't offe ... [Read More]
- 2:05:29, Jun 6th 2013 - Kim Wentworth - The number one rule in a debate: 1) if the person from the opposite si ... [Read More]
- 12:42:18, Jun 4th 2013 - EW - For someone that is always spouting religious rhetoric, you try to come off as a ... [Read More]
- 11:32:18, May 31st 2013 - JO PLAYER - This is unfair to us girls. Morrie Miller is not getting canceled but J ... [Read More]
- 8:25:34, May 29th 2013 - RP - Why is Mr. Ehler involving himself with non-school activities? Is he going after ... [Read More]
- 6:40:49, May 29th 2013 - Doc - You are a cartoon character! If I see you in person I will burst out laughing. ... [Read More]
Workforce Development a real plus for Southeast Minnesota
Fri, May 17th, 2013
Posted in All Government
Posted in All Government
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By Karen Reisner
Commissioner Chuck Amunrud reported at the May 14 county board meeting that Workforce Development helped maintain the Veteran unemployment rate at one of the lowest levels in the nation at just over 1 percent.
Workforce Development, Inc. (WDI) is an independent, non-profit agency serving ten counties of southeast Minnesota with a mission to develop and advance the workforce in the region.
They provide career planning, counseling and placement services serving nearly 6,000 adults and 400 youth during the last program year. The agency helped returning veterans by working to get private business representatives and public agency representatives trained to help with the unique challenges faced by returning veterans, while providing veterans with career counseling and guidance.
WDI was able to finally break ground to build a new Rochester Workforce Center at the Heintz Center Campus having secured bonding money.
Other Business In Brief
•Kristina Kohn, Human Resources, presented recommendations from Bjorklund Compensation Consulting for market adjustments for three positions; one grade increase for the Finance Officer, two grade increases for the Veterans Service Officer, and one grade increase for the Building Maintenance Supervisor. The last market study was completed in 2006. The board approved making the above adjustment in two phases, July 1 and October 1.
The Human Resources Officer position will also be increased by two grades to be completed in two phases, July 1 and October 1. A recommended half point pay plan adjustment will be considered at the first of the year when the cost of living adjustment is considered.
•Resolutions for four bridge grants (bridge bonding money) were approved. The bridges are located on CSAH 7 in Chatfield Township (2 bridges), CSAH 23 in Holt Township, and CSAH 15 in Carimona Township. Any cost in excess of each grant will be paid for with township funds and any grant money not required for the bridge project completion will be returned to the Minnesota State Transportation Fund.
*An access permit for Lucas and Sarah Thieke for access to CSAH 40, Chatfield Township was approved. Zoning administrator Chris Graves explained the new access was for a four acre parcel that had been split off.
•Matthew Opat will be sworn in as Minnesota Third Judicial District Judge on June .....
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Commissioner Chuck Amunrud reported at the May 14 county board meeting that Workforce Development helped maintain the Veteran unemployment rate at one of the lowest levels in the nation at just over 1 percent.
Workforce Development, Inc. (WDI) is an independent, non-profit agency serving ten counties of southeast Minnesota with a mission to develop and advance the workforce in the region.
They provide career planning, counseling and placement services serving nearly 6,000 adults and 400 youth during the last program year. The agency helped returning veterans by working to get private business representatives and public agency representatives trained to help with the unique challenges faced by returning veterans, while providing veterans with career counseling and guidance.
WDI was able to finally break ground to build a new Rochester Workforce Center at the Heintz Center Campus having secured bonding money.
Other Business In Brief
•Kristina Kohn, Human Resources, presented recommendations from Bjorklund Compensation Consulting for market adjustments for three positions; one grade increase for the Finance Officer, two grade increases for the Veterans Service Officer, and one grade increase for the Building Maintenance Supervisor. The last market study was completed in 2006. The board approved making the above adjustment in two phases, July 1 and October 1.
The Human Resources Officer position will also be increased by two grades to be completed in two phases, July 1 and October 1. A recommended half point pay plan adjustment will be considered at the first of the year when the cost of living adjustment is considered.
•Resolutions for four bridge grants (bridge bonding money) were approved. The bridges are located on CSAH 7 in Chatfield Township (2 bridges), CSAH 23 in Holt Township, and CSAH 15 in Carimona Township. Any cost in excess of each grant will be paid for with township funds and any grant money not required for the bridge project completion will be returned to the Minnesota State Transportation Fund.
*An access permit for Lucas and Sarah Thieke for access to CSAH 40, Chatfield Township was approved. Zoning administrator Chris Graves explained the new access was for a four acre parcel that had been split off.
•Matthew Opat will be sworn in as Minnesota Third Judicial District Judge on June .....
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Fountain City Council meets during May snowstorm
Fri, May 10th, 2013
Posted in Fountain Government
Posted in Fountain Government
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Road Impact Fee set
Fri, May 10th, 2013
Posted in All Government
Posted in All Government
The Fillmore County Board at their May 7 meeting set the amount for the road pavement impact fee for sand transport which is required (Ordinance 736) for industrial mining operations. Commissioner Tom Kaase participated via telephone as he was atte
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Lanesboro hires new City Administrator
Fri, May 10th, 2013
Posted in Lanesboro Government
Posted in Lanesboro Government
The Lanesboro City Council approved offering the job of City Administrator/Clerk/Treasurer to David Todd at their regular meeting on May 6. Todd had been interviewed along with three other candidates last month.
After some discussion, it was agre
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Government this week - May 13, 2013
Fri, May 10th, 2013
Posted in All Government
Posted in All Government
• Monday, May 13, Whalan City Council meeting, 5pm, City Hall.
• Monday, May 13, Houston City Council meeting, 7:30pm, City Hall.
• Monday, May 13, Wykoff City Council meeting, 7pm, City Hall.
• Monday, May 13, Chatfield City Council meeti
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Matthew J. Opat appointed to fill Third Judicial District vacancy
Fri, May 10th, 2013
Posted in Chatfield Government
Posted in Chatfield Government
MN Judicial Branch
Governor Mark Dayton announced the appointment of Mr. Matthew J. Opat as District Court Judge in Minnesota’s Third Judicial District. Mr. Opat will be replacing the Honorable Robert R. Benson, who retired earlier this year. Th
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House Energy Bill will raise electric bills
Fri, May 10th, 2013
Posted in All Government
Posted in All Government
ST. PAUL – The Minnesota House of Representatives has approved energy legislation that mandates investor-owned utility companies to invest in more expensive and less reliable renewable technology, which will mean higher prices for consumers. State
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Mabel in need of ambulance service members
Fri, May 10th, 2013
Posted in Mabel Government
Posted in Mabel Government
By Hannah Wingert
The Mabel City Council met on May 8, 2013 at 7pm. All council members were present.
The meeting began with discussion from visitors at the meeting. Carl Westby asked about blacktopping the gravel alley by his house as there is
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Government this week - May 6, 2013
Fri, May 3rd, 2013
Posted in All Government
Posted in All Government
• Monday, May 6, Lanesboro City Council meeting, 5:30pm, City Hall.
• Monday, May 6, Preston City Council meeting, 6pm, Council Chambers.
• Tuesday, May 7, Ostrander City Council meeting, 6pm, Community Center.
• Tuesday, May 7, Rushford V
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