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
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Observer Report: Rice County Commissioners, 9.1.26
Present: Purfeerst, Underdahl, Peters, Hoisington, Malacha Property Tax and Elections: Circle Lake Rice County, Annual Report to County- Good year, overall, with little algae. Most common weed is pond weed, treated 91 acres with DNR approval. Seasonal treatment Lake restoration Pilot Project (ongoing): Working to improve water quality, with elevated phosphorus levels and decreased oxygen … Continue reading Observer Report: Rice County Commissioners, 9.1.26
Observer Report: Northfield Hospital Board, 8.27.26
All hospital executives present. All Board members present except Michael Hemeseth and Rod Christiansen. Consent Agenda: Bd minutes, Budget and Finance minutes, governance and planning minutes. Passed. Reports Chief of Staff report. Jennifer Fischer. Credentials committee: files all fine. How’s the employee attitude with the merger? Really good. A lot of work and angst, but … Continue reading Observer Report: Northfield Hospital Board, 8.27.26
Observer Report: Rice County Commissioners, 8.25.26
Roll Call: ALl commissioners present Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting - August 11th, 2026. SHERIFF'S OFFICE: Jesse Thomas Radio Boosters at Rice County Government Services Building. Approved Approve quote from Berk-Tel Communications for installation of I-BAND radio booster at the Government Services Building for $79,440.00 Peters: Does the contract include the … Continue reading Observer Report: Rice County Commissioners, 8.25.26
Observer Report: Rice County Commissioners, 8.18.26
Present: Purfeerst, Malecha, Peters, Underdahl. Absent: Hoisington Outside Agency: Southeastern MN EMS funding request: focus on education for first responders. Northfield Public Library funding request: outreach, includes Bookmobile, which is both in and outside of town. Building visits up this year. Children’s area in the building is undergoing renovation. Working in collaboration with others such as … Continue reading Observer Report: Rice County Commissioners, 8.18.26