At the April 26 meeting of the Fillmore County Board, commissioners accepted the resignation of Social Services Manager Kevin Olson with thanks for his service, effective July 21, after four years of service. Approval was given to advertise for his replacement. County Attorney Brett Corson asked the board to consider a request to retire from Debbie Jeffers, paralegal, … [Read more...]
Poll pads or paper?
The Houston County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, April 26, from 9-10:43 a.m. at the historic county courthouse in downtown Caledonia. Commissioners in attendance included Chairman Greg Myhre, Teresa Walter, Robert (Bob) Burns, Eric Johnson, and Dewey Severson. Chairman Myhre called the meeting to order and led the commissioners and the public in the … [Read more...]
Appeal and Equalization meeting held in Caledonia
The Caledonia City Council met in regular session Monday, April 25, from 6-7:36 p.m. at city hall. Mayor DeWayne “Tank” Schroeder led the council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Council members in attendance included Robert “Bob” Klug, Amanda Ninneman, Mayor Schroeder, David Fitzpatrick, and Brad Rykhus. Others in attendance included Houston County Commissioner … [Read more...]
Big step for Rushford airport hangar
When one of the two Rushford Municipal Airport hangar buildings was destroyed by fire in October 2019, the question for the city wasn’t whether or not to replace it, but how. The six-unit hangar was half the airport’s hangar capacity and not only drew revenue for the airport, but kept the airport at a Federal Aviation Administration NPIAS (National Plan of Integrated Airport … [Read more...]
Chatfield approves TIF proposal
At the April 25 meeting of the Chatfield City Council, a public hearing was held prior to the adoption of a tax increment financing plan for TIF district 3-5. The new TIF district is requested in part due to rising construction costs for site improvements for a new athletic club. It is to be located on vacant property along Highway 52 south of Chatfield. Plans include the … [Read more...]
Spring Valley hears concerns about street project
The Spring Valley City Council held a regular meeting on April 25. All council members were present (Mayor Tony Archer, John Dols, Chris Danielson, Luan Ruesink, and Greg Brooks). City Administrator/Clerk Deb Zimmer also participated. No visitors had signed up to address the council. Two citizens addressed the council on a concern they have in their neighborhood. Cindy … [Read more...]
R-P Community Education revamped
At their regular monthly meeting April 20, the Rushford-Peterson School Board heard the plan for a new direction for Community Education. With a deficit of $78.047 for Community Education, which needed to be repaid to the general fund, it was time to make a change. Superintendent Jon Thompson presented the plan to the board. Community Education will be integrated with the … [Read more...]
Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation announces first Prosperity Initiative cohort of 2022
OWATONNA, MN – April 19, 2022 – Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) is pleased to announce the members of the first Prosperity Initiative cohort of 2022, a program which provides free coaching and training to minority entrepreneurs. Ten entrepreneurs have joined the first cohort. Prosperity Initiative clients commit to a six-month period of working directly with … [Read more...]
Give blood during National Minority Health Month Mini-health screening, gift card and chance at travel trailer camper for donors
April is National Minority Health Month — a time to raise awareness about health disparities that disproportionately affect racial and ethnic minority populations. The American Red Cross is reminding blood donors it’s critically important to maintain a stable blood supply this spring to support those with chronic illnesses and other blood needs in the U.S. Blood transfusions … [Read more...]
Spring Grove City Council hears 2021 audit findings
The Spring Grove City Council met Tuesday, April 19, from 6:01-7:22 p.m. at Spring Grove Communications. Mayor Scott Solberg led the council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. All city council members were present – Mayor Scott Solberg, Travis Torgerson, Karen Folstad, Chad Rohland, and Trent Turner. Also present were, City Clerk/Administrator Julie Amundson, Alisha … [Read more...]