Rice County Highway Department

Rice County Commissioners approved the final 2024 Tax Levy and Budget.

The Toward Zero Deaths Southeast Minnesota Safe Roads Coalition says these crashes are preventable!

Commissioners also discussed a Remote Work Policy for employees.

Luebbe told Commissioners his snowplow operators are ready to tackle whatever mother nature sends our way.

Luebbe also said the County Road 9 Interchange Feasibility Study will be starting soon.

Sara Folsted, County Admiinistrator told commissioners the appointment is from June 1, 2022 through May 31, 2026.

Commissioners also unanimously approved awarding a Professional Engineering contract to Stonebrooke Engineering for work at the Public Safety Center.

Luebbe told the County Board of Commissioners resources used for mowing could be better utilized elsewhere.

About a mile stretch of road leading to the French Lake Public Access is being upgraded at a cost of $285,447.28.