On January 17, the Rushford Village council held its annual meeting to review appointments, designations, contracts, and fees. Much of these remain the same as in 2022. Councilor Mike Ebner will continue to serve as acting mayor during any absence of Mayor Dennis Overland. Committee appointments include new Councilor Travis Link serving on the Equipment Committee and as Weed … [Read more...]
Preston reviews 2022
At the January 17 meeting of the Preston City Council, annual reviews of four departments were presented. Jim Bakken, utility general manager, reported on Preston Public Utilities (PPU). PPU operates a three-megawatt power plant serving 800 customers. It is in the process of burying major feeders and recently replaced electric cable on the south hill. PPU also operates water … [Read more...]
Fillmore County approves cell phones for Community Services
At the January 10 meeting of the county board, a two-year contract was approved with First Net. The contract includes 20 phones at a cost of $44.99 per month per phone plus $3 per month for each device license. The estimated total monthly charge with fees is $1,094.27. Jessica Erickson, director of nursing, will get 13 phones for her department. She requested a two-year pilot … [Read more...]
Welcome Ryan Stenzel to the Council
Newly elected council member Ryan Stenzel and returning councilman David Fitzpatrick were sworn in by Caledonia City Clerk/Administrator Jake Dickson at the council’s regular meeting on January 9. Council members extended a warm welcome to Stenzel. Council members in attendance include Mayor DeWayne (Tank) Schroeder, Robert “Bob” Klug, Amanda Ninneman, David Fitzpatrick, and … [Read more...]
New year brings new mayor, council members for City of Canton
At the start of last Wednesday night’s Canton City Council meeting, the first meeting of the new year, outgoing mayor Cindy Shanks administered the oath of office to her successor Josh Nordsving as well as new council members Jen Dowling, Kristy Ziegler and Jason Magnuson. Nordsving served on the council before becoming mayor and Ziegler was appointed to fill a council vacancy … [Read more...]
Houston School Board organized and ready to work
The Houston School Board welcomed two new members to its ranks at their organizational meeting January 5. Marissa Bailey and Nickki Johnson were elected this past fall to replace long-time board members Tom Stilin and Gene Lundak. The first order of business was to elect new officers. Mimi Carlson was elected board chair with Josh Norlien elected vice-chair. The new treasurer … [Read more...]
John McBroom sworn in as Chatfield’s new mayor
Former Mayor Russ Smith opened the January 9 meeting of the Chatfield city council. Joel Young administered the oath of office to the newly elected mayor, John McBroom. McBroom honored Smith with a plaque for his distinguished service to the community over many years. Young administered the oath of office to reelected councilors Paul Novotny and Mike Urban. McBroom gave a … [Read more...]
Red Cross, Peyton Manning huddle up for a lifesaving play this January Those who come to give blood or platelets during National Blood Donor Month will be entered to win a trip to Super Bowl LVII
This January, the American Red Cross and Pro Football Hall of Famer and blood donor Peyton Manning are asking people to score big for patients in need – while getting a chance to win a trip to Super Bowl LVII in Arizona – by giving blood or platelets. The start of the new year marks National Blood Donor Month – a time to celebrate those who generously roll up a sleeve to keep … [Read more...]
Eitzen City Council swearing-in ceremony held on January 10
Mayor Jeffrey Adamson and councilmembers Emily Burrichter and Doug Meyer were sworn in by City Clerk Steve Schuldt and received a warm welcome back at the Tuesday, January 10, Eitzen City Council meeting. Mayor Adamson called the meeting to order at 6:07 p.m. at the Eitzen City Hall. Eitzen council members in attendance included Mayor Jeffrey Adamson, Emily Burrichter, … [Read more...]
Oath of office at Mabel council meeting
Newly elected Mabel council member Valerie Arnold, returning council member Tina Bakke and Mayor Adam Wilder took the oath of office on January 11 during the council’s regular monthly meeting. Others in attendance were Kirsten Wyffels, Cory Wilson, City Clerk Karen Larson and Public Works Director Bob Mierau. The council unanimously approved the minutes from the December … [Read more...]