Coon Rapids City Council Approves $6. 2M Bond Sale Amidst Borrowing Concerns

Overview: The Coon Rapids City Council approved a $6,215,000 bond sale for general obligation bonds, Series 2025A, with a favorable interest rate that will reduce the city’s annual levy requirement by $20,000. The decision followed a detailed presentation by the city’s municipal adviser and highlighted budgetary savings amidst some concerns about ongoing borrowing.

East Bethel Grapples with Allegations of Misuse of Public Resources in Developer Agreement

Overview: In a recent East Bethel City Council meeting, issues were addressed, including allegations of a longstanding developer agreement potentially misusing public resources, discussions regarding the Whispering Aspen facility contract, and concerns over compliance with an Interim Use Permit (IUP) for horse ownership.

Lacrosse Showdown: Spring Lake Park Coon Rapids Dominates Hermantown Proctor in Playoff Opener

Overview: The Coon Rapids City Council meeting included a discussion of the local sports scene, particularly the intense lacrosse playoff match between Spring Lake Park Coon Rapids (SLPCR) and Hermantown Proctor. SLPCR delivered a commanding performance, defeating their rivals 12-2 in the Section 7 playoffs, which took place at Spring Lake Park High School.

Spring Lake Park-Coon Rapids Triumphs in Thrilling Lacrosse Playoff Match

Overview: The Coon Rapids City Council meeting featured a discussion about a recent high-stakes lacrosse game that saw the Spring Lake Park-Coon Rapids (SLPCR) team secure a hard-fought victory over the Duth Marshall Hill Toppers. The match, held at Spring Lake Park High School, was an event for the SLPCR team as it marked their first playoff appearance as a co-op team. The win advanced them to the quarterfinals against the top-seeded Chicago Lakes Wildcats.

St. Francis School Board Faces Community Backlash Over Book Ban Policy

Overview: The recent St. Francis Area School Board meeting was dominated by community outcry over the district’s book ban policy, with numerous speakers voicing their disapproval and urging the board to reconsider its stance. Additionally, the board discussed significant fiscal matters, including the approval of the FY 2025 budget revisions and the introduction of updated budget assumptions for 2026. The meeting also touched on administrative changes and upcoming events, but the book ban debate remained the focal point.