Monthly Archive for September, 2008

More than 40 people attend meeting about Cokato fire hall plans

COKATO, MN — A  meeting to discuss proposed fire hall plans for Cokato attracted a crowd of about 40 people Monday night at the Cokato City  Hall.

Members of the fire department and ambulance were present, along with council members and city officials.  A presentation was made of how serious the situation was with lack of space and the existing fire hall.

The discussion was lively, but even tempered, with thoughtful questions being asked. Continue reading ‘More than 40 people attend meeting about Cokato fire hall plans’

Historical society pot roast Thursday

DASSEL, MN – The Dassel Area Historical Society will host a New England pot roast dinner Thursday, Oct. 2 serving 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Evangelical Covenant Church, Dassel.
Menu includes roast beef, potatoes, vegetables, cole slaw, homemade bread, and dessert.
Tickets are $7.50 adults and $4 children age 3 to 11.
Ticket are available at the DAHS or the church.

Viewfinders Camera Club meets Thursday

COKATO, MN – The Viewfinders Camera Club will meet, with a 25th year celebration, Thursday, Oct. 2 at 7:30 p.m. at the Cokato Centennial Room. Program will be Ruth Ann Licht, Brugge Belgium International Photo Exhibit.

Cokato fire hall informational meeting set for tonight

COKATO, MN – The Cokato City Council set an informational meeting  7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 29 at the Cokato City Hall to discuss plans for a new, expanded public safety building (fire barn).
The public is strongly encouraged to attend.

Friends of the Dassel library to meet tonight

DASSEL, MN – The newly formed Friends of the Dassel Library will meet tonight 7 p.m., Monday, Sept. 29 at the library in Dassel.  New members or visitors are welcome.

Hydrant flushing planned for Oct. 1 in Cokato

COKATO, MN – Hydrant flushing is planned by the city of Cokato Wednesday, Oct. 1 through Friday, Oct. 3. Residents are encouraged to refrain from washing light-colored clothing until the water runs clear after flushing.