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Chatfield Shady Oak Redevelopment Proposal Tabled Indefinitely

May 18, 2026 by Karen Reisner Leave a Comment

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A development proposal for two single family residential lots along Hawley St. (Shady Oak Park) failed to get enough support at the May 11 meeting of the Chatfield City Council.    The proposal had been recommended by the Planning Commission. Councilor Josh Broadwater who favored the proposal was against the suggested request for proposals language which made the developer … [Read more...]

Spring Valley Downtown Improvement Project to Begin This Month

May 18, 2026 by Paula Barness Leave a Comment

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Last month the Spring Valley City Council awarded A1 Excavating, LLC the contract for the Downtown Improvement Project, which is set to begin the week of May 18. At their Monday, May 11 meeting, the council reviewed a proposed modification to the plan. “The project would start with the northern block being closed and access to the southern block only being through an alley due … [Read more...]

Spruce Street Assessments Adopted in Houston

May 18, 2026 by Wanda Hanson Leave a Comment

Following a public hearing, the Houston City Council adopted the Spruce Street assessments to pave the way for the planned improvements at their regular meeting May 11. The project will be completed in partnership with Houston County with a portion of the project to be fully reconstructed with utility work and resurfacing of streets with no utility work on either end. Total … [Read more...]

Peterson Averages Rate; Considers Citizen Complaint

May 18, 2026 by Kirsten Zoellner Leave a Comment

There were several agenda items on the agenda of the May 13 Peterson Council meeting and several in attendance. Tracy Seelbinder was absent. One item of consideration, approved unanimously, was the adjustment of the electric rates in effort to minimize rate swings. The rates vary depending on time of year, type of fuel, and type of meter. The city currently had eight electric … [Read more...]

Whalan City Council Meets with Full Agenda

May 18, 2026 by Barb Jeffers Leave a Comment

The Whalan City Council worked through a long agenda during the May 11 council meeting. Present were Mayor David Hallum along with council members Thore E. Johnson, Owen Lewis, Sheila Higbe and Kim Berekvam. City Clerk/Treasurer Teresa Grossell was also in attendance. The council approved the agenda with two additions under Continued Business and one addition under New … [Read more...]

Lanesboro School Anticipates Revenue Reductions

May 18, 2026 by Wanda Hanson Leave a Comment

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At their regular meeting on May 13, the Lanesboro School Board heard details of expected funding reductions for next year. Superintendent Matt Schultz informed the board that compensatory revenue is anticipated to be down $70,000. This revenue is based on students eligible to receive free and reduced lunches. Post-COVID there are no longer forms to fill out to receive the … [Read more...]

Chatfield School Board Hears 2027 Budget Projection Update

May 18, 2026 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

At the May 13, 2026 school board meeting, board members David Sovinski, Katie Priebe, Tom Keefe, Jill Harstad, Josh Thompson and Mark Johnsrud were present. Also present were Superintendent Ed Harris and LuAnn Klevan, Community Education Director. Reports Principal McBroom was not present but submitted a report that stated the fifth grade Eagle Bluff trip was a success even … [Read more...]

Wykoff Council Discusses Possible New Fire Station, Utility Projects

May 18, 2026 by Zech Sindt Leave a Comment

Wykoff’s wastewater system, a possible new fire station, downtown improvements, and questions over city procedures were among the topics discussed during the May 11 Wykoff City Council meeting. Mayor Ryan Breckenridge chaired the meeting with council members Jeffrey Hare, Barbara Fate, Jane Baker and Missy Musel present. City Administrator Becky Schmidt also attended. The … [Read more...]

Harmony Increases Weekend and Holiday Pay for Ambulance Crew

May 18, 2026 by Hannah Wingert Leave a Comment

At the May 12 Harmony City Council meeting, the consent agenda was approved and included the minutes of the regular April 14 meeting and the special April 28 meeting, the claims and April checks, the investment report, the cash balances, the year-to-date budget, liquor license approvals for Everybody Eats, The Bite, Harmony Spirits, On the Crunchy Side, Pam’s Corner … [Read more...]

Parents Concerned about Films Assigned at Houston High School

May 18, 2026 by Wanda Hanson Leave a Comment

                    Several Houston parents addressed the Houston School Board during the public comment period of the regular board meeting on May 7. Parents were given two minutes each to address the board. Susan Rosendahl pointed out that parents were not notified before the film “The Ugly … [Read more...]

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