The Charter Commission has recommended certain amendments to the Charter of the city of Chatfield. A public hearing was held regarding the commission’s proposal at the May 26 city council meeting held via WebEx. The Charter Commission is an independent/separate body made up of 15 Chatfield citizens. When the commission makes a recommendation to the city council to amend the … [Read more...]
Public access to Fillmore County facilities as of June 1
The Fillmore County Board met on May 26 via WebEx. COVID-19 issues were attached to almost every item on the agenda. A third extension of the county’s State of Emergency for continuing operations regarding the coronavirus was approved unanimously, extending the declaration to June 23. Public access to county facilities will be allowed as of June 1. Safety precautions will … [Read more...]
Approval recommended for electric substation upgrade
The Fillmore County Planning Commission met via WebEx for their May 21 meeting. A conditional use permit applied for by ITC Midwest, LLC to rebuild an existing substation in Sumner Township was considered. During the public hearing David Gross, representing ITC Midwest, explained they are proposing to rebuild an existing substation. They will be adding additional land … [Read more...]
Preston extends liquor licenses to outdoor seating
The Preston City Council held a special meeting, via Go To Meeting, on May 26. A third amendment to the option agreement with the state of Minnesota was approved unanimously for the property that could be the future location of a veterans home. The option agreement was to expire on May 31. A regular Preston City Council meeting will be held on June 1. However, the state did … [Read more...]
Preston designated as TelecommuterForward city
The Preston City Council, during their May 18 meeting, unanimously supported the Economic Development Authority (EDA) recommendation for Preston to become a Minnesota city with a TelecommuterForward! Community Certification. City Administrator Joe Hoffman explained that the EDA will coordinate with telecommuting stakeholders, including broadband providers, realtors, economic … [Read more...]
Possible pool opening discussed
The Chatfield City Council discussed the uncertainty associated with the hoped for opening of the swimming pool at their May 11 meeting held via WebEx. Brian Burkholder, Public Works, and Ryan Priebe, Water superindendent, have been in contact with Olmsted County Public Health. They are waiting for guidelines from Governor Walz. Burkholder said we will have to follow rules … [Read more...]
Fillmore County makes plans to adapt
At the May 12 meeting of the County Board held via WebEx, County Administrator Bobbie Hillery reviewed reopening plans to keep staff and the public safe during this time of uncertainty. The board unanimously supported sending a letter, which will be signed by chairman Marc Prestby, to area legislators Rep. Greg Davids and Senator Jeremy Miller. The letter asks legislators to … [Read more...]
County extends emergency declaration
The Fillmore County Board met via WebEx on May 5. COVID-19 and related restrictions dominated the discussion. A resolution extending the Declaration of a State of Emergency was extended to May 26. Public access to county facilities will continue. County Administrator Bobbie Hillery led a discussion concerning the wearing of masks by county employees when in a shared space with … [Read more...]
Preston ordinance amendment allows indoor storage
The Preston City Council met on May 4 via Go To Meeting. A request by two individuals to allow indoor climate controlled storage as a conditional use in the B-3 (General Business District) was again discussed. Planning and Zoning held a public hearing on the amendment on April 20, after which, the city council first discussed the proposed amendment. Council members were in … [Read more...]
New Fillmore County assessor sworn in
The Fillmore County Board met April 28 via WebEx. The May 5 board meeting will again be held via WebEx due to the emergency declaration regarding COVID-19. The public may access this meeting by dialing 1 (408) 418-9388; access code 969-657-287. Judge Matt Opat administered the oath of office via video connection to Jason McCaslin, the new Fillmore County Assessor. Solid … [Read more...]