It’s been a month since an early morning fire at a two-story apartment complex at 815 Grand Street in Chatfield. Breaking out just after midnight on November 27, the fire displaced eight families and left the building in ruin. While the initial aftermath left the residents scrambling, they say the overwhelming support from the community of Chatfield was unforgettable. Fifteen … [Read more...]
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Wrestling: Chatfield Wins FCLMC Holiday Tourney
Four of the five “Journal 11” wrestling programs took on FCLMC’s annual Holiday Tournament. Perennial power #9 in A Chatfield (251.5) easily took first but GMLOS (146), the host Wolves (130), and LARP (120) took second, fourth, and fifth respectively (of 10 teams). Only third place Ellsworth, Wis., (139.5), infringed on a “Journal 11” sweep at the top. The Gophers had five … [Read more...]
Chatfield residents show up in support of their park
Seven citizens showed up at a special city council meeting on December 20 in support of their neighborhood park, Shady Oak Park. City Engineer Craig Britton explained the future of the park has become an issue as related to the planned 2023 Street Project. Grand St. SE, Hawley St. SE, and Prospect St. will be part of the improvement project. Shady Oak Park can be accessed … [Read more...]
Chatfield sets 2023 budget and levy
At the final Chatfield City Council meeting in 2022, the property tax levy for taxes payable in 2023 was approved. The total levy will be $2,444,756, which is an increase of 5.793% over 2022, or $133,879. Prior to approval of the 2023 levy, the Truth in Taxation public hearing was held. The 2023 levy includes a pay increase for the mayor and city council, a 5% pay grid … [Read more...]
Chatfield School Board thanks retiring board members
At the December 14 school board meeting, board members Josh Thompson, Jill Harstad, Lanny Isensee, Katie Priebe and Tom Keefe were present as well as Superintendent Ed Harris, Principals Shane McBroom, Eric Nelson and Trista O’Connor, business manager. Board member Matt McMahon was absent. Superintendent Harris led the Truth in Taxation hearing with a number of slides … [Read more...]
Football: Chatfield’s Repeat Title Hopes Nixed by Turnovers
It was a great run; twenty-six straight wins. It will be remembered; back-to-back state title game visits. But Chatfield football’s hopes of a repeat title were nixed by a strong Barnesville team, an unsung Trojan player, and turnovers. The Gophers had five. And a 5 to 0 miscue margin was insurmountable, as #1 Chatfield (Section 1A Champ, 13-0) fell to #3 Barnesville (Section … [Read more...]
Chatfield approves bond sale for People’s Energy Cooperative property
Mike Bubany, David Drown Associates, Inc., explained the terms of a bond sale for the purchase of the property at the city council’s November 28 meeting. During the public hearing Bubany recommended a bond amount of $750,000. The issuance of the General Obligation Bond is for the purpose of providing additional space for the Public Works Department. The bond amount includes … [Read more...]
Chatfield leaders speak to legislators
Representatives of the City of Chatfield and Chatfield schools pointed out both needs and wants to state legislators to be considered in the upcoming 2023 legislative session. Representative Greg Davids and Senator Carla Nelson shared their comments on a variety of issues at the November 22 meeting. Mayor Russ Smith opened the meeting. Soon-to-be mayor John McBroom along with … [Read more...]
Chatfield certifies city election results
At the November 14 meeting of the Chatfield City Council, the results of the city election were reported and certified. City Clerk Joel Young said the election went smoothly due to the capable leadership of Deputy City Clerk Beth Carlson working together with 16 judges. Councilor Mike Urban was absent. Eighteen hundred fifty-three citizens were registered to vote the morning … [Read more...]
Three Chatfield School Board members take oath of office
At the November 16 school board meeting, board members Josh Thompson, Jill Harstad, Lanny Isensee, Matt McMahon and Tom Keefe were present as well as Superintendent Ed Harris, Lorri Lowery, administrative assistant; and Principals Shane McBroom and Eric Nelson. Also present were Trista O’Connor, business manager and Aspen McBroom and Carly Backen, student senate … [Read more...]