The Wykoff City Council met in regular session on February 11, with all council members in attendance: (Lyle Morey, Mary Tjepkes, Mayor Al Williams, City Clerk Becky Schmidt, Mary Sackett and Richard Gleason). Also attending was assistant clerk Luann Hare. The pending land transfer (ballfield and playground) from Kingsland School to the city was one of the main topics in … [Read more...]
Rushford gets preview of Public Works plans
At the Monday, February 11 Rushford Council meeting, Public Works Director Roger Knutson presented a lengthy list of projects the department intends to tackle over the next year. “As you can see, we have plenty, and this doesn’t include things that come up,” said Knutson. “Some projects will require quite a bit of manpower, some less. I always try to think, ‘What is the best … [Read more...]
County adopts new pay plan
The Fillmore County Classification and Compensation Study final report was reviewed at the February 12 county board meeting. The report was compiled by David Drown Associates Company. Kristina Kohn, Human Resources, led a discussion on the new pay plan and final job classifications. The county employs 156 people. The study reviewed descriptions of 65 positions. The study … [Read more...]
Two timely workshops for the local ag community
University of Minnesota Extension would like to invite you to attend two important workshops on February 22 at the Mabel Community Center. From 8 -10 a.m., Meg Moynihan, Minnesota Department of Agriculture, and Cynthie Christensen, Houston County Farm Bureau, will present “Dealing with stress in our ag communities.” Stress factors are on the rise for Minnesota farmers. Many … [Read more...]
Minnesota weekly fuel update and outlook
February 11 — Gasoline prices in Minnesota have risen 5.6 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.12/g yesterday, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 2,856 stations in Minnesota. This compares with the national average that has increased 0.7 cents per gallon versus last week to $2.28/g, according to GasBuddy. Average gasoline prices on February 11 in Minnesota … [Read more...]
Whalan Council approves donation to post prom
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...]
Local students advance to Southeast Minnesota Final Spelling Bee
Two Regional Spelling Bees were held on Monday, February 11, at the Wood Lake Meeting Center in Rochester. Seventy‐five (75) students participated in the two Regional Spelling Bees. Students from 36 districts throughout southeast Minnesota advanced to compete in the Regional competitions coordinated by the Southeast Service Cooperative. The top 12 spellers (six from each … [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...]