During its regularly scheduled monthly council meeting at 5 p.m. on February 11, the Whalan City Council approved giving a donation of $100 to the Lanesboro Post Prom celebration. Present at the meeting was Mayor Marlys Tuftin, along with Councilmembers Kim Berekvam, Everett Johnson, and Johnny Halvorson, and City Clerk/Treasurer Lolly Melander. Absent from the council … [Read more...]
Chatfield Board chooses interim board member
All board members were present at the February 6 Chatfield School Board meeting, along with Superintendent Harris, Administrative Assistant Lorri Lowrey, Technology Integration Specialist Kristi Cook and student council members, Stephanie Bradt and Ben Muller. Stephanie Bradt said the Snowball Dance was well attended with 132 students attending. The students are celebrating … [Read more...]
Fins and Films street closures approved
The Spring Valley City Council meeting on February 11 was led by Mayor Pro tem Mike Hadland, due to Mayor Tony Archer being absent. Luan Ruesink, Chris Danielson, John Dols, and City Administrator Deb Zimmer were also in attendance. The council heard a request from Greg Melartin, following up on an email he’d sent to the city on February 6, regarding the Fins and Films … [Read more...]
Radar speed sign for Hillside Drive
In an effort to control traffic speed on Hillside Dr., the Chatfield City Council approved the purchase of a solar radar sign at the council’s February 11 meeting. There have complaints and letters from the public concerning traffic speeds on this hill. Burkholder was directed by the Public Services committee to get some quotes. A quote from General Traffic Controls for a … [Read more...]
U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar launches presidential campaign
MINNEAPOLIS, MN, February 10, 2019 – U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar launched her campaign for President today in a speech on the Mississippi River at Boom Island Park in Minneapolis, Minn. Klobuchar laid out an optimistic vision for the country, grounded in her deep Midwestern roots and lifetime of experiences as a daughter, a mom, a prosecutor, and a U.S. Senator. More than … [Read more...]
Mabel sets clean-up day
On February 13, the Mabel City Council held a regular city council meeting. Members in attendance included Gary Morken, City Clerk Karen Larson, Mayor Jim Westby, and Terry Torkelson. Kirsten Wyffels and Adam Wilder were absent. The council chose to set citywide clean-up day for Saturday, May 11, from 8 a.m. to noon. The event will run as in years past. Council members … [Read more...]
Local Boy Scouts learn how Lanesboro government works
Seven members of Boy Scout Troop 67 were present at the February 4 Lanesboro City Council meeting to learn more about how local government works and what roles, rights, and responsibilities youth have in the community. Mayor Jason Resseman explained the role of the mayor and council members to the troop and encouraged them to take active roles in the community of Lanesboro and … [Read more...]
Preston considers 2019 street work
At the February 4 Preston City Council meeting, public works director Jim Bakken presented a list of possible street projects for 2019. The budget for street work this year is limited to about $326,000. Mill and overlay of Chatfield Ave. is at the top of the list to extend its life. Others listed included portions of Park Lane, Cottage Grove Ave., Washington St., and the fire … [Read more...]
No chickens; Fountain makes final call
After nearly a year of back and forth discussion, the City of Fountain has maintained its stance that the keeping of chickens within city limits will be prohibited. The decision was noted at the brief Wednesday, February 6 council meeting. The issue was first raised in May of 2018 when resident Emily Root and her family requested to keep 10 laying hens on their large city lot. … [Read more...]
Rushford Village fights mother nature in water backup
The Tuesday, February 5 Rushford Village Council meeting was brief, but the council in attendance hit at a number of minor items as well as several issues brought on by the recent weather. Mayor Gordon Johnson and Councilor Chad Rasmussen were absent. Acting Mayor Dennis Overland conducted the meeting. The recent thaw of snow in city culverts in south Rushford saw a … [Read more...]