An effort to begin both long and short term strategic planning for the City of Rushford Village has begun via a land use survey.  The city’s Economic Development Director, Rebecca Charles, will be conducting a survey of rural landowners within the city limits of Rushford Village to collect data from residents.  Not all residents within the Village will be receive a survey as … [Read more...]

It’s been a year of shifting council seats for the City of Rushford Village. Last summer, Councilor Rich Smith resigned due to a move out of the Village. In September, Roger Knutson was appointed to take his spot. Then, in November, Councilor Chad Rasmussen resigned. At the time, Mayor Gordon Johnson suggested the city bypass a public request for interested persons and look at … [Read more...]

In a discussion now months long, the City of Rushford Village is cautiously considering options related to a proposed solar array. The request for the $3.3 million, one megawatt array is being put forward by OneEnergy Renewables in partnership with MiEnergy. The council officially approved the permitting request January 27. “Our membership has been demanding more … [Read more...]

The January 21 Rushford Village Council meeting was the first with new Mayor Dennis Overland at the helm. Longtime mayor Gordon Johnson resigned the position December 17.  While the meeting served as the annual organizational meeting for the city, it also included more details on a proposed municipal land lease for a solar array. The land lease is being proposed by solar … [Read more...]

The City of Rushford Village is considering the option of an extended land lease to MiEnergy/OneEnergy for the purpose of a large scale solar array project. The project has two options. One is to construct a ground-mount solar array entirely on existing MiEnergy land. The other is allowance of a 26-year land lease for 3.17 acres of Village property for the construction of a … [Read more...]

The Rushford Village Council has once again found itself accepting a council resignation and declaring a vacancy for the seat. Councilor Chad Rasmussen submitted written resignation prior to the November 19 meeting, effective immediately. There is one year remaining on his term. Mayor Gordon Johnson suggested the council bypass a public request for interested persons and … [Read more...]

A number of items pertaining to roads and zoning were up for discussion at the Tuesday, October 1 Rushford Village meeting. While no formal decision was made at this time, a decision will need to made on most relatively soon. Of particular interest was an item brought to the table by Mayor Gordon Johnson. The bridge crossing at Aspen Road has been noted by county inspections … [Read more...]

At the Tuesday, September 17 council meeting, Bolton & Menk Engineer Derek Olinger provided several updates to the city regarding ongoing street and utility improvement projects. Included were further information on the South Rushford Drainage Analysis, work on Benson Lane, bridge inspection, and an Aspen Road update. Preliminary planning for work in south Rushford … [Read more...]

With the onslaught of heavy rains this spring and summer, the City of Rushford Village found a need for outside help. Emergency situations, such as pumping stormwater, cleanup efforts, and road washouts, while managed well by public works, suggested a need for mutual aid between the city and willing townships and municipalities.  At the August 6 meeting, Mayor Gordon Johnson … [Read more...]

By now, it’s no secret that Rushford Village is looking at making some serious changes to South Rushford to mitigate water problems that have plagued the area this year. The council has been discussing the issues and possible solutions since 2016. The area is considered rural street type, without gutters and storm drains, and has a system of culverts and ditches in place to … [Read more...]

After a lengthy review process and a public hearing, the Rushford Council has approved a request by Terry Hubbard to construct a shed on his 44587 Oakview Loop property. Hubbard has maintained that due to the location of the residence on his property, existing and secondary drainfield areas, and stormwater flow he is limited on where he can construct a shed and sought a … [Read more...]

At the Tuesday, June 18 Rushford Village Council meeting, CPA Bill Sherry, of Engleson & Associates, was on hand to discuss audit results for the city. Sherry reviewed the highlights of the audit, including fund balances, debts, revenue and expenses. At year’s end, the city had cash and investments of 955,000 in all accounts. Its main assets continue to be equipment and … [Read more...]

Following a public hearing prior to the Tuesday, May 21 council meeting, it was recommended that the city formally approve the updated Floodplain Management Ordinance. The city is required to have the ordinance in order for needed parcels to qualify for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) flood insurance. FEMA, along with the Minnesota Department of Education, has also … [Read more...]