There needs to be some clarification for a story that has been making its way around social media about the BitCoin/Data Mining. According to City Councilwoman Jenny Quade there is NO movement or even thoughts of the data mining in the City of Windom. Quade stated that she has consulted with City of Windom Employees and there has been nothing presented. Quade wanted to assure the public that if any future type business would inquire about locating in the City, it would have to come before the City Planning and Zoning Commission and this would be Public Information, even if they looked at a location in the Industrial Zoning Area. When I spoke with Mayor Dominic Jones he did not know where this was coming from and stated there has been no behind the scenes meetings or discussions and stated that if there was it would be brought to the publics notice immediately. Councilwoman Quade stated and I quote “I can assure you all sources in the City have confirmed with me there has been NO new requests regarding bitcoin/data mining centers here in the City of Windom and as to her this “new” story is OLD NEWS and if anything would be discussed with the City in the future, we will make sure the public is informed.”
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On Friday October 25th at approximately 3am Jackson Fire Department responded to an active fire at Bridget’s Bucksnort’s Brew Ha-Ha and Grill in downtown Jackson. The fire caused severe damage. Fire Departments from Lakefield, Alpha, Dunnell, Sherburn and Fairmont were called in to assist and prevented the fire from spreading to other structures in the vicinity. The Minnesota Fire Marshall’s office was on scene Friday morning to investigate. Fire may have started in the kitchen area by the door. This remains under investigation.
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Mountain Lake Public Schools will be presenting a new School Referendum on November 5th 2024 Ballot. According to Superintendent Brandon Henning the referendum is an operating referendum to keep the school running. It is not for buildings or anything else. It is to increase our levy for 10 years. Henning went on to say, they are asking the voters to increase the current levy by $590.64. The cost will vary depending on how much your home is worth. If you are curious as to what your cost would be Henning stated there is a tax calculator located on Mt Lake Public School’s website www.isd173.org under the 2024 Referendum tab. Henning gave an example of that his personal cost annually would be $278.89 or $23.24 per month. Honestly, if you think about it, that is one night out for dinner a month. The Mt Lake Public Schools Referendum will go towards the budget which Henning says will give flexibility to make sure they are meeting the needs of their students. Henning went on to say that they can adjust as their needs change to make sure that they are maximizing the dollars coming in. Unfortunately, in the last attempt to pass a referendum that failed the school did have to cut their Title Program, Social Worker, English Learner Support, Administration and had to combine a class to make this year’s budget work. Henning would certainly like to look at getting some very important support back for the students with the support of this referendum. Henning explained the referendum will ensure financial stability of the district moving forward. It is the community making a decision about what they want from our school and what opportunities they want the students to have. Henning stated that if this referendum should pass, it means that they can continue to offer the students the best education possible. He went on to say, “It means the community knows the importance of the school and its impact. As Superintendent of Mountain Lake Public Schools, Henning stated he would be forever indebted to our community if it passes,” and went on to say, This referendum is about the students, it’s about making sure they have the same opportunities we all had when we went to school. It’s about making sure we have the resources available to turn out the next generation of citizens for this community. These students will be working in this community and it’s important that they graduate with the skills necessary to be productive members.
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Today’s meetings include:
- Windom City Council will hold a special meeting at the Windom Community Center located at 1750 Cottonwood Lake Drive at 6pm. The Agenda will cover the Annual Budget Discussions.
- Windom Area School Board will be holding a Work Session at 6:30pm in Windom City Council Chambers. This meeting can be viewed live at Media SB22 on YouTube.
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The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners will be holding a Special Meeting on Tuesday, October 29th at 9am in the Cottonwood County Law Enforcement Center in Windom.
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Windom City Council will be holding a Special Meeting on Tuesday October 29th at 7pm at the Windom Community Center to discuss the Annual Budget Discussions.
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