Council members for the city of Blue Mound met on Monday, May 1, for their regular monthly meeting.
City Clerk Max Krull noted Pastor Ben Bielenberg would like to volunteer his time to help with city mowing and other basic upkeep when needed. Council approved, noting the city would need a copy of his driver’s license for insurance purposes.
In other business, Krull informed the council he was waiting on Verizon to finish installing the dialer for the substation. He hopes to have it completed within the next week or two. Krull also stated that the water study is 75 percent done. The city will be reimbursed for the study, and will hopefully find grants once it is completed.
The council also approved the following items: minutes of the previous meeting; payment of bills in the amount of $31,503.96; and renewal of Certificate of Deposit No.1392.
MEETINGS
LINN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - Monday, October 23, 2023
The Linn County Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, Oct. 23, and began their weekly meeting with the approval of the minutes of the last meeting followed by the approval of claims in the amount of $272,818.97. Linn County Rural Fire Chief Randy Hegwald presented... [More]
LA CYGNE CITY COUNCIL - Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Among actions at the regular La Cygne council meeting last Wednesday, Oct. 18, was a split vote in which the city accepts a draft agreement for title search and warranty deed preparation of seven lots at 402 S. Broadway in exchange for absorbing a $16,400 house demolition bill.... [More]
LINN VALLEY CITY COUNCIL - Monday, October 23, 2023
The Linn Valley City Council held its bi-monthly meeting at 7:00 PM on Monday, October 23, 2023, with Mayor Cindy Smith presiding and all council members present. Following approval of the October 9th and October 14th meeting minutes, Mayor Smith opened the floor... [More]
More Meetings
- USD 362 SCHOOL BOARD - Tuesday, October 17, 2023
- LINN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - Monday, October 2, 2023
- PLEASANTON CITY COUNCIL - Monday, October 2, 2023
- BLUE MOUND CITY COUNCIL - Monday, October 2, 2023
- LINN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - Monday, August 28, 2023
- LINN VALLEY CITY COUNCIL - Monday, August 28, 2023
- USD 344 SCHOOL BOARD - Monday, August 14, 2023
- USD 346 SCHOOL BOARD - Monday, August 14, 2023
NEWS
Proposed development of Linn Valley TAI Overlay District Ordinance discussed
The Linn Valley City Council held its bi-monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, July 13, 2026, with Mayor Lister Potter presiding with all council members present except for Shannon Smith. The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by an opening prayer... [More]
La Cygne looks to keep 2027 mill rate below Revenue Neutral threshold
La Cygne city officials said they do not plan to exceed the revenue neutral rate in next year’s budget, a move that could mark the third consecutive year of declining property tax mill rates for residents. At its Wednesday meeting, the City Council discussed the 2027... [More]
Commissioners table vicious dog resolution
During the meeting on July 20, the commissioners discussed the vicious dog resolution with Planning and Zoning Director Jennifer Cummings and Linn County Sheriff James Akes. Commissioners requested hard copies of the proposed resolution which Cummings provided. Cummings... [More]
More News
- Injunction sought to disclose sealed records in Leonard case
- Commissioners hear from Clearway representative on project
- USD 344 board tours high school, examines summer improvements
- SPECIAL: Series of pavement repairs scheduled week of July 13 in Miami County
- La Cygne City Council discuss sales tax reallocation for roads and infrastructure
- Blue Mound approves sewer rate increase
- Pleasanton addresses need for employees
- SPECIAL: U.S. 69 overlay project to begin the week of July 6
SPORTS
Commanders win tournament at Arma
The Mound City American Legion Post 248’s baseball team, the 15U Linn County Commanders, won the Arma Classic at Arma on July 18.
Pleasanton trapshooting competes at Nationals
The Pleasanton trapshooting team traveled to Mason, Mich. to compete in Nationals on July 10-12. The team brought a total of eight shooters to the event. As a team the Jays placed 120th with a total score of 454. Members on the team were Ryker Carpenter, Haelie Wallace, Kayd... [More]
Annual Pleasanton Catfish Tournament held at Pleasanton East Lake
The annual Pleasanton Catfish Tournament was held at the Pleasanton East Lake on the night of July 11. The event featured a total of 17 boats and 13 anglers. Ty Umphenour placed first in the tournament with a total weight of 23 lbs 5.7 oz. His biggest fish was a 21.01 lb blue... [More]
More Sports
- Blue Mound Burnout contest held
- Midwest Senior Bull Riding Association comes to Pleasanton
- Pleasanton trapshooting competes in State tournament
- It’s not experience, it’s the person
- Red, White & Blue and Bulls bullfighting July 4
- Prairie View trapshooting brings home individual championships and team trophies
- Three Rivers All League baseball announced
- Three Rivers League announces All League softball team
