Levy Increase + Winter Preparations

Morgan Reddekopp
·2 min read

Hey, people of Northfield! Morgan Reddekopp here with your Thursday copy of theNorthfield Daily.

First, today's weather:

A wintry mix in the morning. High: 40 Low: 23.

Here are the top stories in Northfield today:

  1. Northfield City Council voted unanimously on Tuesday to approve the 2022 budget, which comes with an 11.6 % tax levy increase. (kymnradio.net)

  2. When temperatures drop in Northfield this winter, a little preparation can spare your pipes from freezing. Here's how you can prevent frozen pipes. (Northfield Patch)

  3. Dakota and Rice Counties will be under a winter storm watch Friday. (Patch)

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Today in Northfield:

  • 2021 Winter Walk - Northfield Arts Guild (12:00 p.m.)

  • Music, Crafts, Games & Trains - 2021 Winter Walk (4:00 p.m.)

  • Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting (4:00 p.m.)

  • Human Rights Commission - City of Northfield (6:00 p.m.)

  • Swim & Dive: B/V - Northfield Public School District (6:30 p.m.)

  • Swim & Dive: B/JV - Northfield Public School District (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • Carleton College: "Slow-mo snow ❄️ Campus is a winter wonderland this morning! #CarletonCollege" (Facebook)

  • Dakota County Sheriff's Office: "On January 7th, 2021, Correctional Deputies Cornwell, Kocher, Sneddeker, and Kline worked together to provide life saving measures to an inmate who attempted suicide in the Dakota County Jail..." (Facebook)

  • Healthy Community Initiative: "Do you have children ages 5 or older? Rice County Public Health is having a Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic on Tuesday, December 14, at Faribault Middle School (704 17th St SW) from 3:30-5:30 p.m. for anyone ages 5 and older..." (Facebook)

  • Healthy Community Initiative: "Have you filled out the racial equity survey yet? It's short and anonymous, and it will help the Northfield Racial & Ethnic Equity Collaborative learn more about your views and experiences of living in Northfield..." (Facebook)

  • City of Northfield, Minnesota: "Northfield Mayor Rhonda Pownell and City Administrator Ben Martig discuss the December 7 City Council meeting. Topics include the budget and tax levy..." (Facebook)

  • Northfield Public Schools Community Education: "Looking for your winter/spring print brochure? They have been delayed at the printer but will hopefully be mailed soon! In the meantime, you can flip through the digital pages here." (Facebook)

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— Morgan Reddekopp

About me:

Feel free to reach out with any questions, concerns, or story ideas at morgan.reddekopp@patch.com and follow me on Twitter @ReddekoppMorgan for more news updates.

I grew up in Eagan, MN before attending Winona State University where I majored in Creative Digital Media and minored in Journalism and Creative Writing. I am very excited to be a reporter in my hometown!In my free time, I like to paint, draw and write. I am currently working on my poetry manuscript, and also enjoy hiking and being outdoors.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Northfield Daily? Email me at morgan.reddekopp@patch.com.

This article originally appeared on the Northfield Patch