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Tuesday, September 19, 2023Water Restrictions In Effect
At its September 18, 2023 Fergus Falls City Council meeting, the council adopted a resolution immediately limiting the use of water within the City of Fergus Falls as follows:Lawn watering is allowed between 8 p.m. - 8 a.m. based on a defined schedule (below)Lawn watering and car washing will be allowed on even or odd days based on your address ending in an even or add number (i.e.. 1403 may water on odd days).No filling of swimming pools These restrictions are a result of the ongoing drought conditions
Wednesday, September 13, 2023SBA Working Capital Loans - News Release 9/13/2023
SBA Working Capital Loans Available to Small Businesses in Minnesota Due to Continuing Drought ATLANTA- TheU.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today that federal Economic injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) are available in Minnesota for small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture, and most private nonprofit organizations with economic losses due to the drought conditions that began on Aug. 29. The declaration includes Cass, Hubbard, Todd and Wadena
Monday, September 11, 2023Welcoming Week at the Fergus Falls Public Library Sept 9-17
Celebrate Welcoming Week at the Fergus Falls Public Library from September 9-17. An Open House on September 13 from 6-7:30 p.m. provides an opportunity to meet your neighbors, enjoy refreshments and get a library card. If you're new to the United States, Minnesota or Fergus Falls, this is a great opportunity to make connections. Library Card Signup can be done anytime, but this month is a great time to be sure you have access to this amazing resource in Fergus Falls.
Thursday, September 07, 2023City Council Recap from September 5 Meeting
If you missed the September 5 City Council meeting check out the recap on the city's web site: https://bit.ly/FFCityCouncilRecap9-5-23 Six residents took the opportunity to speak during the open forum time. Reminder - there is no need to pre-register. Residents simply show up and will be given up to three minutes to address the council about an issue (not already on the agenda). The next meeting is September 18 at 5:30 p.m. City Council members will begin reviewing the 2024 budget and tax levy. The tax
Thursday, August 31, 2023What in the World Does a Chamber of Commerce Do?
If you walked into a crowded room and asked the question in the title of this article, what would you expect to hear? The chamber of commerce is like the government, right? No, it keeps track of business complaints. No, they’re like greeters for the What community. Like the Welcome Wagon. They’re a country club for businesspeople. They’re the people with the big scissors. Right? While we can see why people would say all these things about the chamber, none of those comments are exactly right. And if
Tuesday, August 08, 2023Please Do Not Block Sidewalks
Public Notice from the City of Fergus Falls: Please do not block the sidewalk when parking in your driveway. Sidewalks are public property and reserved for pedestrians. Please pull your vehicle up further to keep the sidewalk clear, or park on the street.
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Saturday, August 05, 2023Splish Splash (Pad)
The hot summer months have many people looking forward to summer 2024 when the splash pad downtown will be open! The splash pad is the key element of the “Downtown Riverfront Phase II” project, which is located on the block behind the Federal Courthouse. The project includes the splash pad, a waterfall feature, reflecting pools, seating areas, pergola, restrooms, and public art. This block of riverfront development is the extension of the Spies Riverfront Park and the Market Pavilion project. The City
Monday, July 03, 2023City Inspecting Residential Water Pipes
The City of Fergus Falls utilities department staff began visiting Fergus Falls homes to determine what material the water pipes service lines are made of. This is to fulfil a federally mandated inventory and applies to homes older than 1985. “We know that after 1985 homes were built with copper pipes,” said Public Works Director Len Taylor. Homeowners can expect city employee, Kevin Nehk, to be driving a city vehicle, wearing a city vest, and providing his ID with photo and city logo on it. “Each visit
