Rice County Press Release, June 28, 2023 Seeking more public input, board schedules open monthly forums On Tuesday, the Rice County Board of Commissioners approved a schedule of monthly open forums. These forums will provide opportunities for members of the public to speak on topics not on an agenda, but relevant to the county’s work … Continue reading Rice County Announcement: New monthly OPEN forums, 2nd Tuesdays, 8 am
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Rice County Observer Report: Commissioner Meeting, June 13, 2023
Property Tax & Elections: Denise Anderson Commissioners approved the renewal of many existing liquor and tobacco licenses for businesses in Rice County. There were also two properties approved as tax forfeited, which will next go up for sale. The commissioners also approved several conditional use permits and platt waivers. Environmental Services: Julie Runkel Runkle provided … Continue reading Rice County Observer Report: Commissioner Meeting, June 13, 2023
Rice County Observer Report: LandFILL FIRE PUBLIC MEETING, 6.13.23
Zoom participants + 35+ attendees in-person Meeting opened with Julie Runkle, Environmental Services Director, Rice County She provided a timeline: Fire began May 22, 2023, 4 pm 6:30 pm: Focus on containing fire from spreading to another cell Firebreak held throughout the night Cell was 1.75-2 acres in size Tuesday Closed to the public on … Continue reading Rice County Observer Report: LandFILL FIRE PUBLIC MEETING, 6.13.23
Census 2020: Crucial and Controversial
Please join us at our upcoming Democratic Practices Action Group's next event, an education presentation at Northfield High School auditorium on Monday April 16th at 7pm. This event is co-sponsored by the City of Northfield and the Northfield High School and will feature Susan Brower, MN State Demographer (and alum of St. Olaf Social Work … Continue reading Census 2020: Crucial and Controversial
Beyond Voting: Making Your Voice Count
On Thursday January 18, 2018, at 7pm at St. John’s Lutheran Church, we have organized a presentation called Beyond Voting: Making Your Voice Count. This is caucus training that seeks to answer the questions of why and how to caucus. At the event, Kevin Dahl, our former DFL legislator will address why to caucus, while Jennifer … Continue reading Beyond Voting: Making Your Voice Count