Do you know what it takes to remove the snow from county roads?
The county does a lot to make sure roads are open and safe to use after a storm event. For a county the size of Olmsted, it’s big job. Take the quiz below to test…
The county does a lot to make sure roads are open and safe to use after a storm event. For a county the size of Olmsted, it’s big job. Take the quiz below to test…
Thank you for your support in 2017. Here are some of the Big things that happened in Olmsted County Government Dick Devlin, chief administrator, retired after 49 years of service. Bob Bendzick, chief financial…
We do not often hear about the Olmsted’s Soil and Water Conservation District’s (SWCD) function; however, even though they do not make a lot of news they are a vital function of controlling erosion, silting…
On December 21, the Rochester Area Foundation announced the creation of the Coalition for Rochester Area Housing. This is a group of public and and private organizations that want to create affordable housing in the…
There will be a Truth in Taxation meeting on December 7th at 7:00PM at the Government Center Board room.
I have supported partnering with non-profit agencies that have a record of benefiting the community as one alternative to solving the availability of low-cost housing. I have also supported the county’s ability to re-possess vacant…
Olmsted County will join other counties in Minnesota and other states in a lawsuit claiming damages caused by opioid makers and distributors. The opioid epidemic is growing public health problem across the nation. The damages…
It is always a good idea to keep your drugs safe and tamper proof. The Sheriff’s department stated that people should secure their pharmaceuticals and drugs in a safe place away from children and house…
I was honored to attend and congratulate the new Olmsted County Deputies and those who received service and life saving awards at the October 30th ceremony.
At an open meeting on November 7, the County Board discussed the current and future needs of the County’s aging population. (Read the Post Bulletin article, “Are we ready for growing senior needs?” http://www.postbulletin.com/news/local/county-keep-sights-on-growing-senior-needs/article_d99886d5-b68c-51f8-a833-89f996b459e1.html I…
At an open meeting on October 31 the County HRA Board discussed affordable housing and what the county can do to provide housing. You can read the Post Bulletin’s article on the Board’s discussion. http://www.postbulletin.com/news/local/what-s-the-right-path-for-hra/article_d1b5adb2-382d-563a-8a1d-3facdb1310f9.html…
I have enjoyed working with Richard Devlin in my short tenure in office. His administrative skills will remain legendary. Hear his comments about his accomplishments and regrets. Go to: https://www.youtube.com/embed/KMQQELt88YU?rel=0
Olmsted County Residences can take their unwanted prescription pills to the collection box at the Olmsted County Sheriff’s Department at the Government Center on 4th Street SE. There is also a collection box at the…
Keep in mind the following: The number of Minnesotan turning 65 in this decade will be greater than the past 40 years combined. In a few years (around 2020) Minnesota’s 65+ population will be greater…