Donald N. Cummings, 80, of Chatfield, Minn., died Sunday, July 15, 2018, at Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield. Donald Neil Cummings was born November 1, 1937, to Elvyn and Corcella (Oftedal) Cummings in Preston, Minn. He enlisted in the United States Navy in 1955. Donald’s basic training was completed in Great Lakes, Ill. He served on the USS Lexington and he was … [Read more...]
Swimming pool construction contract awarded
After months and months of planning, discussion, and a referendum last fall, the Chatfield City Council approved a combined bid submitted by Benike Construction and Ricchio, Inc. for the construction of a new swimming pool during their July 9 meeting. The bid was approved with a 4:1 vote, councilor Mike Urban voted no. The combined bid is $4,279,243.93, which is the low bid. A … [Read more...]
Chatfield mayor comments on swimming pool project
On June 29, bids for the construction of a new swimming pool in Chatfield will be opened. At the June 26 council meeting, Mayor Russ Smith explained he has heard from people within the community who are in favor of and who are against the construction of a new pool. Councilor Josh Broadwater was absent. Smith spoke of rumblings in the community from some who feel there was … [Read more...]
Chatfield Schools receive high technology scores
The Chatfield School Board met on June 19, 2018, in the art room at the high school. Board members present were Scott Backer, Amy Jeffers, Katie Priebe and Matt McMahon along with Superintendent Harris, Administrative Assistant Lorri Lowrey, and Technology Integration Specialist Kristi Cook. Board member Lanny Isensee was not present. Reports Kristi Cook, technology … [Read more...]
Ardith Plank
Ardith Plank, 88, of Chatfield, passed away on June 18, 2018. Ardith was born on May 18, 1930, to Gerold and Alice (Norton) Casler in Winona, Minn. She attended school in Winona and received her GED from RCTC. Ardith married James T. Plank on January 31, 1953, in Winona. The couple honeymooned in the Blue Ridge Mountains; her favorite memory was picking daffodils along … [Read more...]
Enterprise Drive project nears completion
The Chatfield City Council breezed through a light agenda at their June 11 meeting. City Engineer Matt Mohs explained that the final lift/wear course on Enterprise Dr. will be completed by the end of June. The fourth pay estimate to Edge Contracting, Inc. in the amount of $137,641.55 was approved. There is a 5% retainage in the amount of $30,579.29. The project at this point … [Read more...]
Chatfield changes health insurance carrier
At the May 29 meeting of the Chatfield City Council, City Clerk Joel Young reported on the savings the city and its employees could secure through a change in health insurance providers. Councilors Mike Urban and Paul Novotny were absent. The city renews its insurance each year. Young noted the city has been with Health Partners for some time. But, due to the significant … [Read more...]
Robert C. Polikowsky
Robert “Bob” Polikowsky passed away peacefully June 4, 2018, after a brief stay at the Chosen Valley Care Center. Bob was born January 3, 1934, to Ervin and Nellie Polikowsky and grew up on the family farm while attending school in Elgin, Minn. On October 3, 1953, Bob married Beverly Narveson at Trinity Lutheran Church in Elgin. Bob and Bev farmed in the Elgin area until … [Read more...]
Chatfield approves CCTV upgrade
Melissa Burnett, cable television administrator, asked the city council at the April 23 meeting to approve the purchase of a HD Cablecast base unit and slideshow as recommended by the Cable Access Board. The total cost of the upgrade is $11,281.48. The school district has agreed to share the cost. The council approved the upgrade to high definition; the city’s share costing … [Read more...]
Chatfield High School media center under renovation
The Chatfield School Board met on April 16, 2018, in room 122 in the high school. Board members present were Jerry Chase, Scott Backer, Amy Jeffers, Katie Priebe and Matt McMahon along with Superintendent Harris, administrative assistant Lorri Lowrey, business manager Karyl Lyons, Craig Ihrke, elementary principal; Randy Paulson, high school principal; and Community Education … [Read more...]