A discussion about Phase III and Phase IV Hillside Estate development agreements began in the Committee of the Whole and continued into the August 26 city council meeting. Griffin asked for clear direction from the council. He suggested the construction of a 10-foot bituminous walking path was a better solution than sidewalks which are required in the current development … [Read more...]
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Chatfield Approves Parking Restriction and Special Vehicle Ordinances
At the August 12 meeting of the Chatfield City Council, Ordinance 476 was reviewed for the first time. It outlines offenses that may be charged as administrative offenses and the penalties for those offenses. The fine for an animal violation would be $50, for various described nuisances would be $100, and for various street, sidewalk, and vehicle violations the fine would be … [Read more...]
Caledonia’s Wait, Chatfield’s Mauseth Receive Big Coaching Awards
Caledonia/Spring Grove boys track and field coach Reese Wait, pictured above left (far left) with his state title winning team, recently received the U.S. Track and Field and Cross-Country Coaches Association boys track and field Coach of the Year Award for Minnesota. Said award is sponsored by the Marine Corp and recognizes the best high boys and girls coaches, at both the … [Read more...]
Chatfield Public Transit Availability
Bill Spitzer, Semcac director of transportation, reviewed the availability of public transit in Chatfield at the city council’s July 8 meeting. Three services are available including Rolling Hills Transit bus service, Careavan medical transport, and the volunteer driver program. He concentrated his remarks on Rolling Hills Transit. There are 13 buses in the system that are … [Read more...]
Chatfield School Board Begins Yearly Superintendent Evaluation
At the July 10 school board meeting, board members Jill Harstad, David Sovinski, Katie Priebe and Tom Keefe were present as well as Superintendent Ed Harris, elementary principal Shane McBroom, and high school principal, Eric Nelson. Board members Josh Thompson and Mark Johnsrud were not present. Reports Shane McBroom reported that Camp Invention was a great success with a … [Read more...]
Chatfield Approves Motorized Golf Cart Ordinance
After considerable discussion during past city council meetings, Ordinance 471 was approved at the city council’s June 24 meeting. Councilor Dave Frank was absent. This ordinance regulates the use of motorized golf carts on public streets and public areas within the city. A permit is required for the operator; the issuance and use of a disabled permit is allowed in certain … [Read more...]
Chatfield School Board Looks at Attendance Policy Recommendations
At the June 12 school board meeting, board members Jill Harstad, David Sovinski, Katie Priebe, Tom Keefe and Mark Johnsrud were present as well as Superintendent Ed Harris, Elementary Principal Shane McBroom, and High School Principal Eric Nelson. Board member Josh Thompson was not present. Reports Principal McBroom said the end of the school year was busy with a Reading … [Read more...]
Chatfield Tables Motorized Golf Cart Ordinance
At the June 10 meeting of the city council, proposed Ordinance #471 for a Motorized Golf Cart was tabled to clarify insurance and age issues. The proposed ordinance was drafted to regulate the use of a motorized golf cart on public streets and public areas within the city. The ordinance requires the operator to have a valid driver’s license. The operator must have insurance … [Read more...]
Chatfield Holds Public Hearing on Special Vehicle Ordinance
At the May 28 meeting of the Chatfield City Council, a public hearing was held on the proposed ordinance # 472 to regulate the use of special vehicles within the city limits. The ordinance as proposed requires a permit to operate special vehicles on public streets and public areas. A provision is included for the issuance of a disabled permit in certain instances. Enforcement … [Read more...]
Public Hearing for Special Vehicle Ordinance in Chatfield
At the May 13 meeting of the Chatfield City Council, a draft ordinance to regulate the use of special vehicles on public streets and areas within the city was reviewed. Councilor Paul Novotny was absent. The ordinance requires the operator of a special vehicle to get a permit. The proposed ordinance provides for the issuance and use of a disabled permit in certain instances. … [Read more...]