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New Ulm Sister Cities Commission Plans Cultural Exchange and Fundraising Efforts
- Meeting Overview:
The New Ulm Sister Cities Commission meeting focused on planning interviews for the Hansjo cultural exchange program and discussed ongoing fundraising efforts, including collaborating with local businesses for summer activities. The commission is set to conduct interviews for the Hansjo cultural exchange program, reviewing three applications from Alm, Germany, for the year 2026. A committee comprising commission members will evaluate these applications, with recommendations expected to be finalized shortly. The program aims to foster international cultural understanding and exchange experiences between New Ulm and its sister city.
Fundraising efforts were also a significant topic of discussion. The commission is awaiting approval from a local business, Cashwise, to schedule fundraising stands for the summer. Despite the delay in obtaining a schedule, members expressed eagerness to secure consecutive days for the events, emphasizing that weekdays, particularly Tuesdays and Wednesdays, are the most favorable for maximizing funds raised. The commission typically earns several hundred dollars from these events, which help support its activities and initiatives.
Kathleen Backer
Utility Board Officials:
Kim Williams, Sean Fingland, Vice, Shannon Hillesheim, Mary Ellen Schanus, Seth Visser, , JoAnn Sprenger (Clerical Assistant)
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Meeting Type:
Utility Board
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
02/02/2026
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Recording Published:
02/02/2026
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Duration:
15 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Minnesota
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County:
Brown County
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Towns:
New Ulm
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