Call to order and Pledge of Allegiance Present: Peters, Hoisington, Malecha, Purfeerst, Underdahl Outside Agency: Rice and Steele 911 Center Budget Discussion. Move this year to new location, with associated improvements in software. Primary funding from county. All budget details available on county website. Environmental Services: Julie Runkel Municipal Solid Waste Landfill Expansion Feasibility … Continue reading Observer Report: Rice County Commissioners, 9.15.26
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Observer Report: Rice County Commissioners, 9.8.26
Open Forum ISAIAH Bethel Lutheran Church congregants attended and one gave comment about the problems with healthcare access, including medicaid coverage, and the impact on Rice County government and taxpayers. After recessing, commissioners informally asked one another if there was anything they can do and noted no, not really -- they can only advocate up. … Continue reading Observer Report: Rice County Commissioners, 9.8.26
9.26.26 | Event: Candidate Forum – Northfield City Council
Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026Time: 9:00 AMLocation: Viking Theater, Buntrock Commons, St. Olaf College (1500 St. Olaf Avenue) - Video will also be shared after the eventModerator: Catherine Davis (Rochester League of Women Voters)Races: Ward 1, Ward 4, At-LargeQuestions: Submit questions for the candidates here.
9.14.26 | Event: Get Out the Vote Postcard Writing
Join us on Monday, September 14, 2026 from 7-8 pm to write post cards to local voters encouraging them to make a plan to vote. We will have postcards, stamps, desserts, and good company. Location: Room 133, Carleton Weitz Center for Creativity (Old Middle School), 320 3rd St E, Northfield, MN 55057
Observer Report: Northfield Hospital & Clinics Board, 6.25.26
Board Members Present Board Chair: Rick Estenson Executives Present: Jennifer Fischer (Chief of Staff) Zander Abbott (President and CEO) Eric Guth (CFO) Guests/Presenters: N/A Closed Session Announced? Yes – Marketing activity related to the Hospital’s competitive position with other health care providers that offer similar positions. Consent Agenda approved with no questions/discussion. Special Announcement: Crystal Mulvhill … Continue reading Observer Report: Northfield Hospital & Clinics Board, 6.25.26