Updates: Omicron in Olmsted County and Solid Waste
Public Health is projecting that the COVID out break has/or will soon reach its peak in Olmsted County. A rapid decline in cases is projected by the end of the month. Here are some quick facts from…
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Highlights of 2021
Here is a partial list of the highlights of 2021. 2021 was dominated by COVID so it is with pleasure that we all can say good-bye to 2021 and look forward to a better 2022. January…
Updates on: Tree Planting, Gun Permits, Justice Board, Homelessness, COVID, Waste to Energy, and the Water Tower
13,600 Trees and 2,592 Live Plants The annual sale sponsored by the Olmsted County Soil and Water Conservation District sold 13,600 trees to 248 customers this year. Also, this is the first year that SWCD sold…
Updates on: Zumbro River Watershed Joint Powers, Census, Foster Care Providers, Climate Change, COVID Demobilization, and Oxbow Park
Greater Zumbro River Watershed Joint Powers The County Board approved the Joint Powers Agree for the Greater Zumbro River Watershed. The One Watershed, One Plan (1W1P) allows the counties to develop a comprehensive water management plan…
General Updates: COVID, Census, No Entrance Fee County Parks, Low Income Housing, and Summer Road Construction Season!
Working Remotely Keeps the Levy Rate Low Since COVID many County employees have been working from home. We have found that working remotely allows the County to meet its obligation while, in many cases, increases the…
Aaa Bond Rating and More COVID Financial Relief
Aaa Olmsted County has again achieved the Aaa bond rating from Moody’s. It attests to excellent financial management of the county. The bond rating directly reflects on lowering costs to the county and keeping our levy rate…
Relief Funds, Legislative Priorities, State Aid, Vaccinations & COVID Deaths
$8.7 Million Olmsted County has distributed to small businesses and non-profits about $8.7 Million. The money came from the State of Minnesota, Federal Government, and County Funds. $7 Million was distributed to small business $1.7 Million…
Updates: Vaccination Site Changes, and Seneca Site
Vaccination Site Changes Again The State of Minnesota has changed the vaccination process and sites again. Many of us continue to be frustrated with the lack of specific information about where and when to get vaccinated. Here…
Updates: COVID Relief, Homelessness, and COVID Vaccinations
Covid Relief for Small Businesses and Non-Profits start applications on January 22 The State of Minnesota has provided Covid Relief money for small businesses, including 501c8 and 501c19 that serve food and beverages, and non-profit…
Updates on the new county website, Oxbow Nature Center, 2021 Budget, Hardship Abatement, and COVID Vaccine
Olmsted County Launches it new Website: www.olmstedcounty.gov View Olmsted County’s new and improved website. I supported the cost of the website development so that the people can find County Information easier, do business, apply for services on…
News: Seneca Site Demolition & Cares Act Distributions
Seneca Site Demolition Rachel Contracting has been awarded the contract to Demolish the Seneca building. The bid also included Restoration and Painting the Corn Tower. The accepted Bid was $1,098,013. Demotion could start this year but is not…
Olmsted Receives Top Credit Rating, The Election, Homeless and Housing, Census, & Bonding Bill
Olmsted Receives Top Credit Rating Olmsted County received an Aaa credit rating from Moody’s Investor Service and AAA from Standard and Poor’s Global Ratings. These are the best ratings an organization can receive. It is an affirmation…
Where to Vote on November 3rd, COVID Assistance, Soil Health, & Watershed Grant
Voting for the November 3 Election (see also: https://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/prl/elections/Pages/default.aspx ) There are three ways that you can vote for the November 3 National Election: You can vote on Election Day at your polling place You can vote…
Updates! County Road 9, Human Service Workers, Diversity and Inclusion, and Masks
County Road 9 (College View Road) Roundabout Update The Roundabout and the College View Road from East Circle Drive to the roundabout will be open in about two weeks. Construction will then begin West of the…