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City Council updates, public notices, new ordinances, and community announcements.
August 5, 2026
The Fairmont City Council will hold Budget Workshops on Wednesday, August 12 at 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 25 at 4:00 p.m., and Tuesday, September 1 at 11:00 a.m. in Council Chambers at 100 Downtown Plaza.
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July 29, 2026
The Council continued its discussion of LOST Funds at workshops on July 29 and July 30, covering both the sales tax allocation and City projects and capital improvements.
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July 2026
The City has contracted with 292 Design Group, Kraus Anderson, and Tegra for the community center project. The design team is working with stakeholders on conceptual designs, with a goal of presenting to the public for input in mid-October.
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August 2026
Residents can sign up for the Monday curbside pickup of Curly Leaf Pondweed. Registration closes at midnight on Sunday to be included in the following day’s pickup.
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More from the Council
Recently adopted ordinances by the City Council — including Ordinance 2026-03 (Rural and Urban Service District) and 2026-02 (City Charter amendment).
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Every public hearing notice and workshop announcement posted per Minnesota statute, going back to 2025.
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On July 27, the Council held a workshop on Roles and Responsibilities, facilitated by the League of Minnesota Cities.
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Call City Hall at (507) 238-9461 during business hours, Monday–Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
