Goodhue County Board Approves Three-Year School Resource Officer Contract Amid Cost Concerns

Overview: The Goodhue County Board of Commissioners has approved a three-year contract for school resource officers (SROs) despite ongoing concerns about the financial structure and distribution of costs. The decision, reached during the board’s recent meeting, followed discussions about cost-sharing models and the potential impact on the county’s taxpayers.

Cannon Falls School Board Denies Leave Request, Approves Calendar Changes, and Plans New Hire

Overview: In a recent Cannon Falls Area School Board meeting, several decisions were made concerning employee leave requests, updates to the school calendar, and staffing needs for special education. The board denied a long-term leave of absence request, approved changes to professional development scheduling, and recognized a need for additional special education staff due to increasing caseloads.

Zumbrota Planning Board Discusses Rezoning Request and Variance Applications

Overview: In the latest meeting of the Zumbrota Planning & Zoning Board, the most prominent discussions revolved around a rezoning request from Adam and Jennifer McKini and two variance applications concerning residential property adjustments. The board also deliberated on adopting a standardized development agreement template for future projects.

Zumbrota Park Board Approves Pizza Vendor and Discusses Funding Needs for Pool Project

Overview: The Zumbrota Park Board convened to discuss several agenda items, notably approving a pizza vendor for Saturday morning soccer games and addressing significant funding needs for the ongoing pool project. Other topics included improvements to recreational facilities, the potential purchase of picnic tables, and a wedding reservation at Covered Bridge Park.

Zumbrota Secures $525,000 Grant for Transportation Project Amid Vigorous Council Discussions

Overview: During the recent Zumbrota City Council meeting, topics included the approval of a Transportation Alternatives Grant, funding strategies for a new pool, and upcoming community events. The Council unanimously approved the sale of a 2010 Sterling plow truck, paving the way for a new vehicle. Additionally, the Council celebrated securing $525,000 from the District 6 Area Transportation Partnership for a transportation project, with plans to reapply next year for further funding.