Kingsland school held the annual Truth in Taxation public hearing on December 17, just prior to the regular board meeting. All members were present (Doug Plaehn, Ann Oeltjen, Leah Stier, Jackie Horsman, Tiffany Mundfrom, student representative Zachary Queensland, and Superintendent James Hecimovich). Approximately 40 citizens were in the audience. Doug Plaehn started by … [Read more...]
Legislators listen to county priorities
Minnesota Rep. Greg Davids and Senator Jeremy Miller listened to Fillmore County department heads describe concerns that they feel are important to address in the upcoming legislative session. Association of Minnesota Counties (AMC) government relations manager Matt Hilgart provided a ranking from 11 southeast Minnesota counties (district IX). The number one legislative … [Read more...]
Movie showing of Decoding the Driftless to be held in Harmony
The recently released documentary movie, Decoding the Driftless will be shown at the Jem Theatre in Harmony, Minn., the first weekend in January. Showings will be Saturday, January 5 at 11 a.m., Sunday, January 6 at 1:30 p.m., and Monday, January 7 at 7:30 p.m. The showing on Saturday, January 5 will include a visit from writer and producer George Howe, who will be available … [Read more...]
Lanesboro school levy to increase thanks to November 6 vote
The Lanesboro school district held its Truth in Taxation meeting at the December 13 school board meeting. No one from the public was present for comments or questions. During the 2017-18 fiscal year, the district’s revenues were $4,915,918 and expenditures were $5,205,976. The levy was set at $423,478.95 during that time. This year’s levy has been set at $868,693.87 due to … [Read more...]
Preston certifies final levy
At the December 18 Preston City Council meeting, during a discussion on the 2019 budget, there was a disagreement about the budget line item for the National Trout Center. Councilman David Collett suggested the NTC budget should be cut by $10,000. The total 2018 budget for the NTC was $26,500, which also includes EDA funding. Mayor Kurt Reicks argued that the NTC was a … [Read more...]
Rushford approves EDA goals; revisits pedestrian traffic along highway corridor
At the Monday, December 17 meeting, the Rushford Council approved a four goal plan submitted by the Economic Development Authority. The goals had been discussed and approved by the EDA December 12. The goals are to improve downtown vitality, increase local workforce 50 jobs by 2025, fill housing demand by 2025, and to more effectively market the community. The objective of the … [Read more...]
Mabel-Canton okays fundraising for hoops uniforms
The annual Truth in Taxation public hearing was held just prior to the regular monthly meeting of the Mabel-Canton School Board on December 18. Members present were Mark Weidemann, Jason Marquardt, Chris Miller, Business Manager Aimee Lake, Principal Michelle Weidemann, Board chair Cristal Adkins, Chris Loppnow, Diane Wilder, Liz Hershberger, and Superintendent Gary Kuphal. … [Read more...]
Chatfield School Board member recognized for service
After the pledge, a group of sixth grade boys made a presentation to the board about a project that they are involved in. The boys, Keagan Patten, Westin Nolte, Aiden Johnsrud, and Reggie Allen, are going to hold a 3 on 3 basketball competition that will benefit two children in our area who are undergoing treatment for cancer. This will be held in March. More information will … [Read more...]
Rushford Village approves final budget
At the Tuesday, December 18 meeting, the council formally approved the 2019 budget and levy in the amount of $435,000. The preliminary levy had been certified at $450,000 in September. This was $25,000 more than the 2018 levy. There were no comments at the Truth-In-Taxation hearing and the Village is banking for some major equipment upgrades in the coming years. “I don’t see … [Read more...]
Fillmore Central board member recognized for six years of service
Fillmore Central Board Member Emily Ellis Onsager was recognized for her six years of service on the school board and presented with a plaque during the regular December 18 meeting. The board expressed their gratitude to Ellis Onsager for her time and dedication. The Fillmore Central School Board reviewed the 2018 levy and held a Truth in Taxation meeting. The total levy … [Read more...]