October 2018

Curbside Voting & Real ID

Curbside Voting and Early voting If it is difficult for you to walk or stand, you can try the curbside voting service at Olmsted County’s Early Voting site at 1421 3rdAve SE, Second Floor.  There are…


Updates: Census, Human Rights Commission, Real ID, Jumping Worm

Census 2020 Planning has begun for the 2020 Census.  The results of the census will determine the distribution of Federal and State funding.  Additionally, it will determine the number of Minnesota’s Congressional seats.  It is important that everyone…


Property Tax Refunds: Good News

I supported an effort by PRL (Property Real Estate and Licensing) to promote Minnesota’s property tax refund system. I believe that this is an important method to insure that low-income homeowners can receive assistance to…



Updates: Community Health, Bierman House, Property Taxes

Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA)   Olmsted County has mailed to 2,000 randomly selected households a questionnaire to determine the health needs of Olmsted County.  If you received one, please complete the survey and return it.  You will…




Liveable Community, MERC, and Minnesota Real ID

Creating a “Liveable Community” A “Liveable” Community is safe and secure, has affordable and appropriate housing, diverse transportation options, and supportive community features and services.  In the City for Good, AARP Minnesota, and Family Service Rochester…