City of Owatonna Weekly Meeting Schedule?

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This week, the following City boards and commissions will meet. The public is invited to attend. Agendas, meeting minutes and City Council packets are available in the Agenda Center on the City’s website: https://owatonna.gov/agendacenter.

September 14: Airport Commission Meeting at 5 p.m. at the Owatonna Degner Regional Airport, 2400 West Frontage Road.

September 15: Joint Powers Board Meeting at 2 p.m. in the Steele County Administration Building, 650 Florence Avenue.

September 19: Study Session at 5:30 p.m. in the Gainey Room at the Owatonna Public Library, 105 N Elm Avenue. The Council will meet with Lisa Cochran, Main Street Director regarding installing light pole banners. Then, there will be a discussion about the 2024 preliminary levy. If time permits, there will be general updates on various boards and commissions. Council Meeting at 7 p.m. with a public hearing regarding proposed modifications to Development District #3 and the establishment of Tax Increment Financing District #3-17.

15th Annual Watershed Wide Clean-up September 16

Looking for a community event where volunteers can make a difference?

The 15th Annual Watershed Wide Clean-up will take place in Owatonna September 16 from 9 a.m. to noon at Morehouse Park. The event is hosted by the Clean River Partners who also helps find sponsors. Volunteers can sign up by filling out the Clean River Partners Volunteer Form.

Lake Kohlmier Boat Landing & Kaplan’s Woods Parking Lot Closing Temporarily

Asphalt repair & reconstruction begins September 18

Lake Kohlmier Boat Landing and Kaplan’s Woods Parking lot will be closed beginning Monday, September 18 and will reopen Monday, September 25. The parking lot at Kaplan’s Woods is due for routine maintenance. The Lake Kohlmier boat landing and surrounding area up to the railroad tracks will be closed for reconstruction. The City asks everyone to refrain from using these areas during this time for safety reasons and to allow the coating to cure properly. The project will be completed by City staff.

OWATONNA PUBLIC LIBRARY

Movies at Owatonna Public Library

Movies at OPL are 2 p.m. every fourth Thursday of every month (except November) in the Gainey Room. Visit the website at owatonna.gov/library for details on the next showing.

Storytime Resumes September 12

Fall Storytimes for preschoolers resume September 12 and are offered Tuesday mornings at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. in Children’s Services.

Coffee Conversations

Join Parks, Recreation & Facilities staff for monthly a cup of coffee and hear all about the exciting activities and programs being planned. Coffee Conversations is free to anyone in the community who wants to learn more about the West Hills Social Commons and meet staff. Registration is not required; however, it is preferred to make sure we have enough supplies. Join us for a great conversation. Call 507-444-4321 to sign up for either of these dates:

September 15 from 11 until noon
October 4 from 11 until noon

Indoor Water Aerobics

The West Hills Tennis and Fitness Center offers classes designed for an aerobic workout promoting movement of the joints, muscles and heart. The small pool environment and comfortable water temperature of approximately 90 degrees is great for rehabilitation and arthritis. There are numerous classes offered; however, class sizes are limited. The cost for two classes per week is $10.50. Visit owatonna.gov for class times.

Family Open Swim

New this year, Family Open swim is being offered at the Owatonna Middle School and West Hills Pool. While families enjoy swimming time together, there will be two lifeguards on duty. All children 12 years of age or under must be accompanied by a parent in the water. Children wearing lifejackets must be within arm's reach of their parent at all times and are only allowed in the shallow end of the pool. A swim test will be administered prior to entry into the deep water/diving boards at the middle school. Participants must register online or by calling Owatonna Parks and Recreation at 507-444-4321. Visit owatonna.gov for additional information.

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