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Public Notices 05/21/26
May 20, 2026
CITY OF MINNESOTA LAKE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING & PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that a Public Hearing and Planning Commission Meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 beginning at 6:30 PM in the Council Chambers of the Lembke Building to accept comments and vote upon a Conditional Use Permit as requested by PB LLC.
PB LLC proposes to allow a tenant to conduct an Auto Recycling business at its property at 855 State Hwy 22. The City of Minnesota Lake Zoning Ordinance Sections 1007, subd. 4; 1015, subd. 4 that state such an automobile salvage business in the B-1 highway commercial district is not a permitted use. Additionally, Section 1015, subd. 5 of the City Code further requires certain fencing requirements and that storage of auto parts and/or vehicles to be salvaged on site must be within an enclosed building.
This notice is sent and published in accordance with the City Code of Ordinances to provide residents the opportunity to offer opinions regarding the proposed project, either written format or in person should they desire.
Dawn Whitehead
City Clerk of Minnesota Lake
5/11/2026
Maple River Messenger
05/14 and 05/21/2026
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STATE OF MINNESOTA
COUNTY OF BLUE EARTH
DISTRICT COURT
FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT
PROBATE DIVISION
In Re: Estate of
Raymond Lee Peterson,
Decedent.
Court File No.: 07-PR-26-1812
NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRS, FORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS
It is Ordered and Notice is given that on June 10, 2026 at 9:00 AM, a hearing will be held in this Court at Blue Earth County Justice Center, 401 Carver Road, Mankato, Minnesota via Zoom, on a petition for the adjudication of intestacy and determination of Decedent’s heirs, and for the appointment of Ashley Ryan, whose address is 313 Inverness Drive, Mankato, MN 56001, as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an unsupervised administration.
Any objections to the petition must be raised at the hearing or filed with the Court prior to the hearing. If the petition is proper and no objections are filed or raised, the personal representative will be appointed with the full power to administer the Decedent’s estate, including the power to collect all assets; to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes, and expenses; to sell real and personal property; and to do all necessary acts for the Decedent’s estate.
Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred.
BY THE COURT
Dated:
May 6, 2026
Kristine A Weeks
Judge of District Court
Dated:
May 6, 2026
Andrew Nelson
Deputy Court Administrator
GRABITSKE LAW FIRM, PLC
Paul E. Grabitske
MN# 0319843
124 E. Walnut Street, Suite 200
Mankato, MN 56001
Telephone: 507-779-7012
e-mail: paul@grabitskelaw.com
ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER
Maple River Messenger
05/14 and 05/21/2026
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Blue Earth County Board Summary
The Blue Earth County Board meeting was held Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Blue Earth County Courthouse, Commissioners’ Room, was attended by Commissioners Kip Bruender, Patty O’Connor, Kevin Paap, Mark Piepho and Vance Stuehrenberg. Also present were County Administrator Bob Meyer, County Attorney Pat McDermott, and Administrative Assistant Stephanie Jahnke.
Commissioners voted 5-0, unless otherwise noted:
• Approve an Interim Use Permit to operate lawn care business (Le Ray Township).
• Approve the findings and order setting the acceptance hearing for Judicial Ditch 15 (Lincoln Township).
• Approve the findings and order setting the final hearing for Judicial Ditch 33 (McPherson Township).
• Approve the findings and order setting the redetermination of benefits hearing for County Ditch 64 (Sterling Township).
• Approve the amendment to the County Ditch 86 lateral and improvement interest rate.
• Approve the amendment to the Judicial Ditch 14 Improvement interest rate.
• Approve the Human Services items as presented.
• Approve the April 7, 2026 Board Minutes.
• Approve the bills as presented.
• Authorize the County Board Chair and Administrator to enter into an agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local Union #49.
• Approve the Jail reorganization including the reclassification of Jail Administrator, and Assistant Jail Administrator and creation of supervisory Seargeant positions.
Joshua W. Milow,
County Administrator
Blue Earth County
A complete copy of these minutes and recordings of all public hearings are on file at the County Administrator’s Office, 204 South 5th Street, Mankato, or on Blue Earth County’s website at www.blueearthcountymn.gov.
Maple River Messenger
05/21/2026
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STATE OF MINNESOTA
COUNTY OF BLUE EARTH
DISTRICT COURT
FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT
PROBATE DIVISION
In Re: Estate of
Randal Gene Nelson,
Decedent.
Court File No.: 07-PR-26-1965
NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRSHIP, APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS
It is Ordered and Notice is given that on June 18, 2026 at 9:05 AM, the above matter will come before this Court, located at 401 Carver Road, Mankato, MN 56002, via Zoom, for administrative review, on a petition for the adjudication of intestacy and determination of heirship of the Decedent, and for the appointment of Jill Runge, of 40306 East Long Lake, St. James, MN 56081, as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an UNSUPERVISED administration.
Any objections to the petition must be mailed, e-mailed or filed on the Court’s electronic filing system, together with the filing fee, prior to the above date. If the petition is proper and no objections are filed, the Personal Representative will be appointed with the full power to administer the decedent’s estate, including the power to collect all assets; pay all legal debts, claims, taxes, and expenses; sell real and personal property; and do all necessary acts for the decedent’s estate.
Notice is further given that, subject to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred.
BY THE COURT
Dated:
May 14, 2026
Mark E. Betters
Judge of District Court
Dated:
May 14, 2026
Andrew Nelson
Deputy Court Administrator
Pamela D. Steinle (License #392478)
Steinle Law PLLC
520 First Avenue South, Suite 6
St. James, MN 56081
Telephone: (507) 942-2276
Fax: (507) 942-2278
pamela@steinlelawpllc.com
ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER
Maple River Messenger
05/21 and 05/28/2026
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INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #2135
MAPLE RIVER SCHOOLS
MAPLETON, MN 56065
MINUTES OF THE SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
Monday, April 13, 2026
Maple River School, Board Room
The Maple River school board meeting was called to order at 6 p.m. Members present were Joe Sohre, Dan Sohre, Karson Duncanson, Julie Lux, Andrea Sonnek, Noah Germo, Tyler Hunstad, Business Manager Heine, and Superintendent Anderson. Also attending were Dusty Drager, Activities and Community Education Director, Jessica Braaten, Teacher, Minnesota Educators Association, Steve Shute, Maple River Messenger, and Brian Sader
The pledge of allegiance was recited.
A motion was made by Tyler Hunstad to approve the agenda/additions.
Seconded by Joe Sohre. Motion carried.
Community Comment:
Steve Shutte reported that he is working with KEYC to bring a weather station to campus, which would allow the district to be included in local weather reporting. He will continue to provide updates to the board as the project progresses. He also provided some comments about the sales of school sites.
Motion was made by Joe Sohre to correct/approve the Minutes of March 9, 2026, School Board Meeting. Seconded by Tyler Hunstad. Motion carried.
Motion was made by Tyler Hunstad to approve the bills in the amount of $1,338,780.74. Seconded by Noah Germo. Motion carried.
Motion made by Noah Germo to approve the treasurer’s report. Seconded by Julie Lux. Motion carried.
Board Report: Dusty Drager, Community Education and Activities Director, reported that the Winter sports went well and that the faculty were very busy. The Girls Basketball team made it to the 2AA semifinals for the first time since 2009. The Boys Basketball team hosted the play-off game. The Once Act play went to the sub-sections. For Spring, 61% of the student body is participating. Discussed onboarding to Bound our new activity scheduling software. He talked about the Community Education classes offered and the new Archery Camp. The Robotics Team finished in Fourth place.
Motion was made by Tyler Hunstad to approve Extended Summer School Session and Staffing. Seconded by Julie Lux. Motion carried.
Resolution 05-26 Nonrenewing a Tier 1 or Tier 2 Teacher
Tyler Hunstad introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
WHEREAS, Lincoln Arndt is a TIER 1 / TIER 2 teacher in Independent District No. 2135.
BE IT RESOLVED, by the School Board of Independent District No. 2135 that the teaching contract of Lincoln Arndt, a TIER 1 / TIER 2 teacher in Independent School District No. 2135, shall be nonrenewed at the end of the 2025–2026 school year, effective June 30, 2026; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that written notice be sent to said teacher regarding the nonrenewal of the teacher’s teaching contract.
Voting Record
The motion for the adoption of the preceding resolution was duly seconded by Joe Sohre and upon vote being taken thereon,
The following voted in favor thereof:
Dan Sohre
Karson Duncanson
Julie Lux
Andrea Sonnek
Noah Germo
The following voted against the same: None.
Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted on April 13, 2026.
Motion made by Tyler Hunstad to approve the PEIP insurance rate increase of 10% for the HSA Option Health Plan effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Seconded by Noah Germo. Motion carried.
Motion made by Noah Germo to approve Life Insurance renewal rates from National Insurance Services. Seconded by Julie Lux. Motion carried.
Motion made by Noah Germo to approve the Long Term Disability Insurance renewal rates from National Insurance Services. Seconded by Andrea Sonnek. Motion carried.
Due to the severe weather warning, it was decided that the Budget Discussion be moved to May’s meeting agenda.
Personnel:
Motion made by Joe Sohre to approve the resignation of Jackie Doering, Business Teacher. Seconded by Tyler Hunstad. Motion carried.
Motion made by Tyler Hunstad to approve the resignation of Olivia Chladek, Elementary Teacher. Seconded by Julie Lux. Motion carried.
Motion made by Noah Germo to approve Summer Support Hours. Seconded by Julie Lux. Motion carried.
Motion made by Julie Lux to approve an Agreement to Extend Probationary Period. Seconded by Tyler Hunstad. Motion carried.
Member Tyler Hunstad introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 06-26 TO ACCEPT DONATIONS
BE IT RESOLVED, by the School Board of Independent School District No. 2135,
that the following donations be accepted with appreciation:
The motion for the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Noah Germo
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Joe Sohre, Dan Sohre, Karson Duncanson, Julie Lux, and Andrea Sonnek
the following voted against the same: None.
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Board Member items of information were shared:
Facilities – meeting with Mamoth about site plans
Curriculum – Plan with Music teacher retiring and the future plan
Superintendent items of information were shared:
Testing season starts tomorrow. The Graduation will be held on May 29th.
Motion by Tyler Hunstad to adjourn the meeting at 6:34 pm. Seconded by Karson Ducanson. Motion carried.
Respectfully Submitted
Karson Duncanson, Clerk
Maple River Messenger
05/21/2026
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Public Notice
City of Mapleton
Blue Earth County, Minnesota
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council will hold a Public Hearing for the City of Mapleton’s proposed Domesticated Miniature Vietnamese Pot-Bellied Pigs Ordinance and Administrative Lot Split and Combination Process Ordinance. The hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at the Mapleton Fire Station, 103 3rd Avenue N.E., Mapleton, MN. This meeting is open to all interested citizens. A copy of the proposed ordinances is available at Mapleton City Hall.
Dated: May 21st, 2026
BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Sarah Moore, City Administrator Clerk/Treasurer
Maple River Messenger
05/21/2026
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SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE #34 FOR PUBLICATION
On May 4, 2026, the Amboy City Council adopted an ordinance to be able to enforce administrative offenses. The ordinance will allow the city to fine residents that are in violation of ordinances related to traffic, parking, recreational vehicles, fire prevention, streets, sidewalks, nuisances, animals, liquor, tobacco, peddler, and caimabis. The ordinance will allow fines to be given to residents and if the fines are not paid, they will be assessed to the property owners’ taxes.
This ordinance will take effect on publication in Maple River Messenger on May 21, 2026.
The full text of the ordinance is available at city hall, 244 E Maine Street, Amboy, MN 56010
Patty Smith
Administrator, Clerk-Treasurer
City of Amboy
Maple River Messenger
05/21/2026
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING & PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that a Public Hearing and Planning Commission Meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 beginning at 6:30 PM in the Council Chambers of the Lembke Building to accept comments and vote upon a Conditional Use Permit as requested by PB LLC.
PB LLC proposes to allow a tenant to conduct an Auto Recycling business at its property at 855 State Hwy 22. The City of Minnesota Lake Zoning Ordinance Sections 1007, subd. 4; 1015, subd. 4 that state such an automobile salvage business in the B-1 highway commercial district is not a permitted use. Additionally, Section 1015, subd. 5 of the City Code further requires certain fencing requirements and that storage of auto parts and/or vehicles to be salvaged on site must be within an enclosed building.
This notice is sent and published in accordance with the City Code of Ordinances to provide residents the opportunity to offer opinions regarding the proposed project, either written format or in person should they desire.
Dawn Whitehead
City Clerk of Minnesota Lake
5/11/2026
Maple River Messenger
05/14 and 05/21/2026
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STATE OF MINNESOTA
COUNTY OF BLUE EARTH
DISTRICT COURT
FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT
PROBATE DIVISION
In Re: Estate of
Raymond Lee Peterson,
Decedent.
Court File No.: 07-PR-26-1812
NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRS, FORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS
It is Ordered and Notice is given that on June 10, 2026 at 9:00 AM, a hearing will be held in this Court at Blue Earth County Justice Center, 401 Carver Road, Mankato, Minnesota via Zoom, on a petition for the adjudication of intestacy and determination of Decedent’s heirs, and for the appointment of Ashley Ryan, whose address is 313 Inverness Drive, Mankato, MN 56001, as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an unsupervised administration.
Any objections to the petition must be raised at the hearing or filed with the Court prior to the hearing. If the petition is proper and no objections are filed or raised, the personal representative will be appointed with the full power to administer the Decedent’s estate, including the power to collect all assets; to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes, and expenses; to sell real and personal property; and to do all necessary acts for the Decedent’s estate.
Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred.
BY THE COURT
Dated:
May 6, 2026
Kristine A Weeks
Judge of District Court
Dated:
May 6, 2026
Andrew Nelson
Deputy Court Administrator
GRABITSKE LAW FIRM, PLC
Paul E. Grabitske
MN# 0319843
124 E. Walnut Street, Suite 200
Mankato, MN 56001
Telephone: 507-779-7012
e-mail: paul@grabitskelaw.com
ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER
Maple River Messenger
05/14 and 05/21/2026
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Blue Earth County Board Summary
The Blue Earth County Board meeting was held Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Blue Earth County Courthouse, Commissioners’ Room, was attended by Commissioners Kip Bruender, Patty O’Connor, Kevin Paap, Mark Piepho and Vance Stuehrenberg. Also present were County Administrator Bob Meyer, County Attorney Pat McDermott, and Administrative Assistant Stephanie Jahnke.
Commissioners voted 5-0, unless otherwise noted:
• Approve an Interim Use Permit to operate lawn care business (Le Ray Township).
• Approve the findings and order setting the acceptance hearing for Judicial Ditch 15 (Lincoln Township).
• Approve the findings and order setting the final hearing for Judicial Ditch 33 (McPherson Township).
• Approve the findings and order setting the redetermination of benefits hearing for County Ditch 64 (Sterling Township).
• Approve the amendment to the County Ditch 86 lateral and improvement interest rate.
• Approve the amendment to the Judicial Ditch 14 Improvement interest rate.
• Approve the Human Services items as presented.
• Approve the April 7, 2026 Board Minutes.
• Approve the bills as presented.
• Authorize the County Board Chair and Administrator to enter into an agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local Union #49.
• Approve the Jail reorganization including the reclassification of Jail Administrator, and Assistant Jail Administrator and creation of supervisory Seargeant positions.
Joshua W. Milow,
County Administrator
Blue Earth County
A complete copy of these minutes and recordings of all public hearings are on file at the County Administrator’s Office, 204 South 5th Street, Mankato, or on Blue Earth County’s website at www.blueearthcountymn.gov.
Maple River Messenger
05/21/2026
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STATE OF MINNESOTA
COUNTY OF BLUE EARTH
DISTRICT COURT
FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT
PROBATE DIVISION
In Re: Estate of
Randal Gene Nelson,
Decedent.
Court File No.: 07-PR-26-1965
NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRSHIP, APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS
It is Ordered and Notice is given that on June 18, 2026 at 9:05 AM, the above matter will come before this Court, located at 401 Carver Road, Mankato, MN 56002, via Zoom, for administrative review, on a petition for the adjudication of intestacy and determination of heirship of the Decedent, and for the appointment of Jill Runge, of 40306 East Long Lake, St. James, MN 56081, as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent in an UNSUPERVISED administration.
Any objections to the petition must be mailed, e-mailed or filed on the Court’s electronic filing system, together with the filing fee, prior to the above date. If the petition is proper and no objections are filed, the Personal Representative will be appointed with the full power to administer the decedent’s estate, including the power to collect all assets; pay all legal debts, claims, taxes, and expenses; sell real and personal property; and do all necessary acts for the decedent’s estate.
Notice is further given that, subject to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the Personal Representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this Notice or the claims will be barred.
BY THE COURT
Dated:
May 14, 2026
Mark E. Betters
Judge of District Court
Dated:
May 14, 2026
Andrew Nelson
Deputy Court Administrator
Pamela D. Steinle (License #392478)
Steinle Law PLLC
520 First Avenue South, Suite 6
St. James, MN 56081
Telephone: (507) 942-2276
Fax: (507) 942-2278
pamela@steinlelawpllc.com
ATTORNEY FOR PETITIONER
Maple River Messenger
05/21 and 05/28/2026
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INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #2135
MAPLE RIVER SCHOOLS
MAPLETON, MN 56065
MINUTES OF THE SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
Monday, April 13, 2026
Maple River School, Board Room
The Maple River school board meeting was called to order at 6 p.m. Members present were Joe Sohre, Dan Sohre, Karson Duncanson, Julie Lux, Andrea Sonnek, Noah Germo, Tyler Hunstad, Business Manager Heine, and Superintendent Anderson. Also attending were Dusty Drager, Activities and Community Education Director, Jessica Braaten, Teacher, Minnesota Educators Association, Steve Shute, Maple River Messenger, and Brian Sader
The pledge of allegiance was recited.
A motion was made by Tyler Hunstad to approve the agenda/additions.
Seconded by Joe Sohre. Motion carried.
Community Comment:
Steve Shutte reported that he is working with KEYC to bring a weather station to campus, which would allow the district to be included in local weather reporting. He will continue to provide updates to the board as the project progresses. He also provided some comments about the sales of school sites.
Motion was made by Joe Sohre to correct/approve the Minutes of March 9, 2026, School Board Meeting. Seconded by Tyler Hunstad. Motion carried.
Motion was made by Tyler Hunstad to approve the bills in the amount of $1,338,780.74. Seconded by Noah Germo. Motion carried.
Motion made by Noah Germo to approve the treasurer’s report. Seconded by Julie Lux. Motion carried.
Board Report: Dusty Drager, Community Education and Activities Director, reported that the Winter sports went well and that the faculty were very busy. The Girls Basketball team made it to the 2AA semifinals for the first time since 2009. The Boys Basketball team hosted the play-off game. The Once Act play went to the sub-sections. For Spring, 61% of the student body is participating. Discussed onboarding to Bound our new activity scheduling software. He talked about the Community Education classes offered and the new Archery Camp. The Robotics Team finished in Fourth place.
Motion was made by Tyler Hunstad to approve Extended Summer School Session and Staffing. Seconded by Julie Lux. Motion carried.
Resolution 05-26 Nonrenewing a Tier 1 or Tier 2 Teacher
Tyler Hunstad introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
WHEREAS, Lincoln Arndt is a TIER 1 / TIER 2 teacher in Independent District No. 2135.
BE IT RESOLVED, by the School Board of Independent District No. 2135 that the teaching contract of Lincoln Arndt, a TIER 1 / TIER 2 teacher in Independent School District No. 2135, shall be nonrenewed at the end of the 2025–2026 school year, effective June 30, 2026; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that written notice be sent to said teacher regarding the nonrenewal of the teacher’s teaching contract.
Voting Record
The motion for the adoption of the preceding resolution was duly seconded by Joe Sohre and upon vote being taken thereon,
The following voted in favor thereof:
Dan Sohre
Karson Duncanson
Julie Lux
Andrea Sonnek
Noah Germo
The following voted against the same: None.
Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted on April 13, 2026.
Motion made by Tyler Hunstad to approve the PEIP insurance rate increase of 10% for the HSA Option Health Plan effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Seconded by Noah Germo. Motion carried.
Motion made by Noah Germo to approve Life Insurance renewal rates from National Insurance Services. Seconded by Julie Lux. Motion carried.
Motion made by Noah Germo to approve the Long Term Disability Insurance renewal rates from National Insurance Services. Seconded by Andrea Sonnek. Motion carried.
Due to the severe weather warning, it was decided that the Budget Discussion be moved to May’s meeting agenda.
Personnel:
Motion made by Joe Sohre to approve the resignation of Jackie Doering, Business Teacher. Seconded by Tyler Hunstad. Motion carried.
Motion made by Tyler Hunstad to approve the resignation of Olivia Chladek, Elementary Teacher. Seconded by Julie Lux. Motion carried.
Motion made by Noah Germo to approve Summer Support Hours. Seconded by Julie Lux. Motion carried.
Motion made by Julie Lux to approve an Agreement to Extend Probationary Period. Seconded by Tyler Hunstad. Motion carried.
Member Tyler Hunstad introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 06-26 TO ACCEPT DONATIONS
BE IT RESOLVED, by the School Board of Independent School District No. 2135,
that the following donations be accepted with appreciation:
The motion for the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Member Noah Germo
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Joe Sohre, Dan Sohre, Karson Duncanson, Julie Lux, and Andrea Sonnek
the following voted against the same: None.
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
Board Member items of information were shared:
Facilities – meeting with Mamoth about site plans
Curriculum – Plan with Music teacher retiring and the future plan
Superintendent items of information were shared:
Testing season starts tomorrow. The Graduation will be held on May 29th.
Motion by Tyler Hunstad to adjourn the meeting at 6:34 pm. Seconded by Karson Ducanson. Motion carried.
Respectfully Submitted
Karson Duncanson, Clerk
Maple River Messenger
05/21/2026
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Public Notice
City of Mapleton
Blue Earth County, Minnesota
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council will hold a Public Hearing for the City of Mapleton’s proposed Domesticated Miniature Vietnamese Pot-Bellied Pigs Ordinance and Administrative Lot Split and Combination Process Ordinance. The hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at the Mapleton Fire Station, 103 3rd Avenue N.E., Mapleton, MN. This meeting is open to all interested citizens. A copy of the proposed ordinances is available at Mapleton City Hall.
Dated: May 21st, 2026
BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
Sarah Moore, City Administrator Clerk/Treasurer
Maple River Messenger
05/21/2026
_________________________
SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE #34 FOR PUBLICATION
On May 4, 2026, the Amboy City Council adopted an ordinance to be able to enforce administrative offenses. The ordinance will allow the city to fine residents that are in violation of ordinances related to traffic, parking, recreational vehicles, fire prevention, streets, sidewalks, nuisances, animals, liquor, tobacco, peddler, and caimabis. The ordinance will allow fines to be given to residents and if the fines are not paid, they will be assessed to the property owners’ taxes.
This ordinance will take effect on publication in Maple River Messenger on May 21, 2026.
The full text of the ordinance is available at city hall, 244 E Maine Street, Amboy, MN 56010
Patty Smith
Administrator, Clerk-Treasurer
City of Amboy
Maple River Messenger
05/21/2026
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