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The Ox Cart Wins the Vote
by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com The Verndale City Council held their regular meeting on October13. Public Works Public Works Supervisor Matt Uselman reported on the need to replace a malfunctioning crosswalk flasher on the west side of town. After consulting with MnDOT, he learned that the city is responsible for the flasher’s maintenance and replacement. A new solar-powered flasher costs $2,629. The council discussed whether to replace one or both flashers, ultima
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Residents Split on Local Police vs Sheriff Coverage
by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com The Verndale City Council held a public hearing to discuss the future of the local police department, considering whether to maintain the department or contract services with the Wadena County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO). The city was presented with three options: continue with a part-time city police force, contract for 30 hours of service per week with the county or rely solely on the county for emergency response. The public indicate
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Sidewalk Overage Questions Go Unanswered, Residents Frustrated
by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com The Verndale City Council held their regular meeting on Monday, September 8. Sidewalk Budget...
Sep 161 min read


Overages Raise Questions: Who Pays the $75,000 Bill?
by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com The Verndale City Council held their regular meeting on Monday, August 11. Safe Routes to...
Aug 191 min read


Concerns addressed on sidewalk project
by Trinity Grunberg trinity@inhnews.com The Verndale City Council held their regular meeting on Monday, July 14. Mayor Tara Erckbrack...
Jul 221 min read


Kids are already using new sidewalks in town
by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com The Verndale City Council held their regular meeting on Monday, June 9. Sidewalk Construction...
Jun 171 min read


Verndale Council Backs New Scoreboard, Eyes Townwide Security Cameras
by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com The Verndale City Council held their regular meeting on Monday, May 12. Public Works Public...
May 201 min read


Safe Routes Project Fully Funded and Approved
by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com The Verndale City Council held their regular meeting on Monday, April 14. Nick Scholer was...
Apr 222 min read


Public hearing on school sidewalk project—residents raise concerns
by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com The Verndale City Council held a public hearing at 5:30 p.m. on the Safe Routes to School...
Mar 181 min read


Safe Routes to School Plan moves forward
by Trinity Gruenberg trinity@inhnews.com The Verndale City Council held their regular meeting on February 10. Jim Runyan was absent....
Feb 181 min read
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