The Wykoff City Council met in regular session on July 12. All council members were in attendance (Lyle Morey, Richard Gleason, Mayor Al Williams, Ryan Breckenridge, and Barbara Fate). City Clerk Becky Schmidt and Deputy Clerk Luann Hare also attended. The council returned to a matter that had been tabled during the June meeting. Citizen Rocky Vreeman asked if the … [Read more...]
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Mabel changes process for zoning permits
Mabel’s City Council met on July 14. Attending were Mayor James Westby, Terry Torkelson, Adam Wilder, and Cory Wilson. Kirsten Wyffels was absent. Also participating were City Clerk Karen Larson and Jeff Rein. The council approved five zoning permit requests. Immediately following that action, Adam Wilder asked, “Is there any better way we can do that?” There was … [Read more...]
Kingsland extracurricular eligibility rules mulled
Kingsland School Board held their monthly “work session” on July 7. Members participating included Jackie Horsman, Kyle Rader, Natasha Howard, Maranda Emig, Pamela Freet, and Superintendent James Hecimovich. Business Manager Amber Herbrand participated via Zoom technology. Gwen Howard was absent. The meeting included first readings of the proposed new Student Handbook and … [Read more...]
Ostrander to upgrade playground
During the July 6 Ostrander City Council meeting, the board discussed the condition of the playground equipment in the city park. Council members present included Stephanie Start, Dan Hellerud, Vernon Thompson, and Mayor Pam Kunert, along with Jeremy Runkle and city clerk Wendy Brincks. DJ Start was absent. Regarding the playground equipment at the city park, Wendy Brincks … [Read more...]
Spring Valley again denies deer hunt within city limits
The Spring Valley city council held a regular council meeting on June 28, at city hall. Members present included Luan Ruesink, Greg Brooks, John Dols and Mayor Tony Archer. Chris Danielson was absent. Also attending was City Clerk/Administrator Deb Zimmer. Sandy Oeltjen was on the agenda to ask the council to consider a hunting ordinance proposal. Her proposal included, … [Read more...]
Kingsland sets budget and designations for upcoming year
Kingsland School Board held a regular session on June 23, with all members participating (Jackie Horsman, Kyle Rader, Natasha Howard, Gwen Howard, Maranda Emig, Pamela Freet, and Superintendent James Hecimovich). Business Manager Amber Herbrand participated via Zoom technology. Herbrand explained the initial revenue expenditures budget for the upcoming school year. She … [Read more...]
Wykoff to crack down on overdue water/sewer accounts in August
The Wykoff City Council met in regular session on June 14. All council members were in attendance (Lyle Morey, Richard Gleason, Mayor Al Williams, Ryan Breckenridge, and Barbara Fate). City Clerk Becky Schmidt and Deputy Clerk Luann Hare also attended. No citizens were signed up to address the council on any issues. The council noted that discussion about the proposed … [Read more...]
Spring Valley hears tall grass complaints
The Spring Valley City Council held a regular council meeting on June 14, at city hall. All members were present (Luan Ruesink, Chris Danielson, Greg Brooks, John Dols and Mayor Tony Archer), as was EDA Director Chris Hahn. Attending via remote technology was City Clerk/Administrator Deb Zimmer. The council heard from two citizens regarding a home in town with … [Read more...]
M-C to continue senior online campus lunch
The Mabel-Canton School Board met in regular session on June 15. In attendance were Mark Wiedemann, Jason Marquardt, Chris Miller, Cristal Adkins, Superintendent Gary Kuphal, Lisa Halverson, Aimee Lake, Diane Wilder, Traci Livingood, and Principal Michelle Wiedemann. No student representatives were in attendance. The board discussed the “senior open campus lunch” that has … [Read more...]
Kingsland preps for upcoming school year
Kingsland School Board held their monthly “work session” on June 7, with all members participating (Jackie Horsman, Kyle Rader, Natasha Howard, Gwen Howard, Maranda Emig, Pamela Freet, and Superintendent James Hecimovich), along with Principal Scott Klavetter. Athletics and Activities Director Mark Fitzpatrick, Building and Grounds Director Jason Thompson, and Business Manager … [Read more...]
Mabel to install charging station for electric cars
Mabel’s City Council met on June 9. Attending were Mayor James Westby, Terry Torkelson, Kirsten Wyffels, and Cory Wilson. Also participating were City Clerk Karen Larson and Jeff Rein. Brian Krambeer, President/CEO of MiEnergy Cooperative, addressed the council about a current offer being made to cities in the area. He said, “MiEnergy is working with 30 other electric … [Read more...]
Ostrander to mull enforcement officer
The June 1 Ostrander City Council meeting found all members present: (Stephanie Start, Dan Hellerud, DJ Start, Vernon Thompson, Mayor Pam Kunert), along with Jeremy Runkle and City Clerk Wendy Brincks. The council heard from the city’s insurance provider agent (Ann Keim) who addressed the council about whether or not the city wishes to waive the torte limit. This determines … [Read more...]
Spring Valley senior parade set for June 3
The Spring Valley city council held a regular council meeting on May 24. All members were present (Luan Ruesink, Chris Danielson, Greg Brooks, John Dols and Mayor Tony Archer). Also attending was City Clerk/Administrator Deb Zimmer. No visitors were on hand to address the council on any topics. Spring Valley’s annual “Senior Parade” was discussed. Troy Lange explained, … [Read more...]
Mabel-Canton donates little libraries
The Mabel-Canton school board met in regular session on May 18, with all members present. Also in attendance were Principal Michelle Wiedemann, Business Manager Aimee Lake, Superintendent Gary Kuphal, and Lisa Halverson. Both student representatives, Colton Kuderer-Heintz and Matt McClimon, were absent due to a baseball game. Principal Wiedemann shared a media advisory … [Read more...]
Spring Valley charging lot to be spruced up
The Spring Valley City Council held a regular council meeting on May 10. All members were present (Luan Ruesink, Chris Danielson, Greg Brooks, John Dols and Mayor Tony Archer). Also attending was city clerk/administrator Deb Zimmer. No visitors were on hand to address the council on any topics. The council made quick work of the agenda, as the entire meeting lasted under … [Read more...]