CHATFIELD, MN - At a time when policymakers in Washington, D.C., are debating the future of federal farm policy, Tim Gossman traveled to the Capitol to meet with several top agriculture decision makers. Gossman, who is a farm loan officer and senior
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"Where Fillmore County News Comes First"
Online Edition
Monday, May 20th, 2013
Volume ∞ Issue ∞
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Spring Valley discusses EMT Incentives
Mon, Mar 18th, 2013
Posted in Spring Valley Government
Posted in Spring Valley Government
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Spring Valley City Council passed a resolution in support of Destination Medical Center. Photo by Barb Jeffers
By Barb Jeffers
Spring Valley City Council met on Monday, March 11, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. in the Carnegie Building. Council members present were Jim Struzyk, Bill Bires, Tony Archer, and Jeff Vehrenkamp. Absent was Todd Jones. City Administrator Deb Zimmer was also present.
Following the Pledge of Allegiance the meeting was called to order by Jim Struzyk. Minutes of the February 25, 2013 meeting were approved. March preliminary accounts payable were approved with a motion by Vehrenkamp and second by Archer. No public testimony was given.
Resolution 2013-11: Resolution Authorizing an Administrative Budget Amendment for TIF 1-10 was approved with a motion by Vehrenkamp and a second by Archer. Resolution 2013-12: Resolution in Support of Destination Medical Center received a motion from Archer and a second by Vehrenkamp with the motion being carried.
A discussion was held as to a prorated license fee for the Pizza Place which would be for the period of March until June when a new license will be purchased. The motion carried with a motion by Archer and a second by Vehrenkamp.
No action was taken on a request from Wanamingo, Minn. to write a letter in regards to the Rochester Half-Cent Sales Tax Expansion.
Motion by Vehrenkamp and seconded by Archer to approve the Industrial Lot Contract for Deed. The owners are choosing a contract for deed instead of a special assessment. Motion carried.
Motion carried for a Development Agreement with Kolling Bros. (Bucknell subdivision) with a motion by Archer and seconded by Bires.
Motion by Archer, seconded by Vehrenkamp to approve the replacement of three windows in City Hall. These three windows are the last to be replaced in City Hall. Motion carried.
Discussion took place on EMT Incentives with different options being considered. Bires made a motion to try the chosen incentive program for a period of one year at which time the program will be re-assessed. Motion was seconded by Archer with the motion being carried.
No Commissioners report was given. Administrators report included Resolution 2013-13 calling for a public hearing on the issuance of a Revenue Note and authorizing the publication of a notice of hearing. A motion was made by Vehrenkamp and seconded by Bires to hold a public meeting on April 8, 2013. Motion carried. The Audit will be presented at the next meeting. The chicke .....
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Spring Valley City Council met on Monday, March 11, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. in the Carnegie Building. Council members present were Jim Struzyk, Bill Bires, Tony Archer, and Jeff Vehrenkamp. Absent was Todd Jones. City Administrator Deb Zimmer was also present.
Following the Pledge of Allegiance the meeting was called to order by Jim Struzyk. Minutes of the February 25, 2013 meeting were approved. March preliminary accounts payable were approved with a motion by Vehrenkamp and second by Archer. No public testimony was given.
Resolution 2013-11: Resolution Authorizing an Administrative Budget Amendment for TIF 1-10 was approved with a motion by Vehrenkamp and a second by Archer. Resolution 2013-12: Resolution in Support of Destination Medical Center received a motion from Archer and a second by Vehrenkamp with the motion being carried.
A discussion was held as to a prorated license fee for the Pizza Place which would be for the period of March until June when a new license will be purchased. The motion carried with a motion by Archer and a second by Vehrenkamp.
No action was taken on a request from Wanamingo, Minn. to write a letter in regards to the Rochester Half-Cent Sales Tax Expansion.
Motion by Vehrenkamp and seconded by Archer to approve the Industrial Lot Contract for Deed. The owners are choosing a contract for deed instead of a special assessment. Motion carried.
Motion carried for a Development Agreement with Kolling Bros. (Bucknell subdivision) with a motion by Archer and seconded by Bires.
Motion by Archer, seconded by Vehrenkamp to approve the replacement of three windows in City Hall. These three windows are the last to be replaced in City Hall. Motion carried.
Discussion took place on EMT Incentives with different options being considered. Bires made a motion to try the chosen incentive program for a period of one year at which time the program will be re-assessed. Motion was seconded by Archer with the motion being carried.
No Commissioners report was given. Administrators report included Resolution 2013-13 calling for a public hearing on the issuance of a Revenue Note and authorizing the publication of a notice of hearing. A motion was made by Vehrenkamp and seconded by Bires to hold a public meeting on April 8, 2013. Motion carried. The Audit will be presented at the next meeting. The chicke .....
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SE Mn community leader meets with DC policymakers on Ag Investments
Mon, Mar 18th, 2013
Posted in Chatfield Government
Posted in Chatfield Government
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Chatfield takes no position on distribution of Rochester sales tax
Fri, Mar 15th, 2013
Posted in Chatfield Government
Posted in Chatfield Government
The Chatfield City Council at their March 11 meeting decided not to take a position for or against House File 476 which seeks to add cities to receive a share of the Rochester area local sales tax. Councilor Ken Jacobson was absent.
Legislation p
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Old Barn Environmental Assessment Worksheet
Fri, Mar 15th, 2013
Posted in Preston Government
Posted in Preston Government
Fillmore County, designated Responsible Government Unit (RGU), hereby affirms the availability of the following Environment Assessment Worksheet (EAW).
Project Title: Old Barn Resort Expansion, Preston, MN
Description: The Old Barn Resort is an
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Government This Week
Fri, Mar 15th, 2013
Posted in All Government
Posted in All Government
• Monday, March 18, Preston City Council, 6:00pm, Council Chambers.
• Monday, March 18, Kingsland School Board, 7:00pm.
• Monday, March 18, Rushford-Peterson School Board, 6:30pm, Rushford Computer Room.
• Monday, March 18, Chatfield Schoo
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Rushford reverses decision due to grievance
Fri, Mar 15th, 2013
Posted in Rushford Government
Posted in Rushford Government
The on-going debate over staffing needs within Rushford’s Public Works department is on again. Public Works had long lobbied for staff member Curt Courrier’s 36-hour per week position to be transitioned to full-time, based on increasing workload
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House Health Insurance Exchange Bill is not one that small business wants
Fri, Mar 8th, 2013
Posted in All Government
Posted in All Government
ST. PAUL, MN - Despite the fact that the advocates of House File 5 keep claiming that they are passing the bill to help small business, the state’s major small-business group, the National Federation of Independent Business Minnesota, with more th
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Duane Benson to keynote the Preston Area Community Foundation Banquet
Fri, Mar 8th, 2013
Posted in Preston Government
Posted in Preston Government
The Preston Area Community Foundation announces Duane Benson as the featured speaker for their Annual Banquet. The Celebration has been set for Monday, March 25, 2013 at the Branding Iron Supper Club, Preston with the social hour from 5:30 – 6:30
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Commerce Commissioner reminds consumers to protect themselves from identity theft
Fri, Mar 8th, 2013
Posted in All Government
Posted in All Government
SAINT PAUL, MN – As part of National Consumer Protection Week, the Minnesota Department of Commerce warns consumers to protect themselves against identity theft. Minnesotans who suspect they might be victims of identity theft should act quickly to
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