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The La Crescent DMV will not open until 8:00 am, on June 3rd due to a mandatory training.

NOTICE OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE  Pursuant to Minnesota Statute § 415.19, notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of La Crescent will meet on Monday, June 8, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. to consider an ordinance allowing the City of La Crescent to amend their Master Fee Schedule. The City’s regular meeting location is La Crescent Community Building, 336 South First Street, La Crescent, MN 55947. The proposed ordinance is available on the City’s website at www.cityoflacrescent-mn.gov.  The proposed ordinance is also available by contacting Angie Boettcher at (507) 895-2595. Angie Boettcher City Clerk Posted May 29, 2026

The Minnesota GreenCorp is currently accepting applications until June 16th.  Please select the following link for more information: MN GreenCorps Recruitment Flyer 26-27

CERTs - Clean Energy Resource Team recently published the following article regarding the City of La Crescent: https://www.cleanenergyresourceteams.org/story/la-crescent-powers-more-half-its-city-clean-energy?mc_cid=187ebe83d6&mc_eid=260f544446

2026 La Crescent Police Department Job Posting for Peace Officer The City of La Crescent is accepting applications for the position of full-time Peace Officer (Patrol Officer). Whether you have always wanted to make a difference in people's lives or simply want to be a part of a bond unlike any other, the La Crescent Police Department may be the place for you.  Learn more about us on Facebook. Qualified applicants will have a valid full-time P.O.S.T license or be eligible to be licensed, citizen of the United States or eligible to work in the United States under federal requirements, EMR training or equivalent, possess a valid driver's license, and pass a background investigation as well as a physical medical exam and psychological examinations. Patrol Officer position is a member of Law Enforcement Labors Services (LELS) with a 2026 contract starting wage of $29.25 per hour with additional wage incentives for medical certificates (EMR/EMT) and shift differential.  Lateral entry allowed based on qualifications and experience. Application: Police Officer Online Job Application Form and job description: Peace Officer Job Description  these forms can also be found on the La Crescent Police Department Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064812785895 or by contacting the City of La Crescent at 507.895.4414.  Applications will be accepted until 4:00 pm on Thursday, July 2nd. THE CITY OF LA CRESCENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER La Crescent Police Department 315 Main Street P.O. Box 142 La Crescent, MN 55947 507.895.4414 lacrescentpolice@cityoflacrescent-mn.gov Benefit Package  Patrol Officers represented by LELS Local #120 2026 starting wage $29.65 hr. with 72-month six (6) step increases & Longevity to $38.60 hr. Shift differential $1.40 per hour (work the majority of shift between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.) Current medical certification (EMR/EMT) an additional $3.00 per hour Uniform allowance of $900 per year Paid Holidays (Each employee must work if scheduled (reg rate + time ½) and is considered off work if scheduled to be off work. Each member will get on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving of each year, twelve (12) days’ pay at the rate of eight (8) hours pay or eighty-eight (88) hours in pay in a lump sum cash payment for that year) 2026 Medical Insurance contribution $2,800/month for family and $1,200/month for single coverage Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave with the ability to bank Compensatory Time

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The City of La Crescent recently celebrated three ribbon cuttings around the City: https://www.hometownsource.com/caledonia/la-crescent-celebrates-3-ribbon-cuttings-around-town/article_3124b174-cd8b-4fb2-a181-b483776b955a.html

Notice of public hearing and intent to enact an ordinance for the June 2nd Board of Commissioners meeting at 9:05 a.m. This notice is for a proposed MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System) Ordinance. The notice contains the MS4 boundary map, as well as an illicit discharge flyer. Houston County Notice of Public Hearing - MS4 6-2-26 Houston County Illicit Discharge Flyer - 2026 Please direct any questions or comments to the Zoning & Planning Department by calling the office at 507-725-5800 or email zoning@hocomn.gov Thank you, Michelle Burt Houston County Environmental Services 304 South Marshall Street – Room 209 Caledonia, MN 55921 Phone: (507) 725-5800 Fax: (507) 725-5590