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City council revisits process for possible city land sale
Rhonda Silence-Although discussion of a possible land sale in the city of Grand Marais was not on the city council agenda on Wednesday, February 9, the subject did come up at the meeting during council reports.
City considers land sale, passes Climate Emergency Declaration
Rhonda Silence-At the last meeting in January, the Grand Marais City Council talked about a possible sale of city land, climate change, and mask mandates.
City still seeking citizens to serve on boards and commissions
Rhonda Silence-The first city council meeting of the year is filled with a lot of routine business, appointments to various boards and commissions for council members and members of the public.
Grand Marais to revisit plans for renovation of city hall and liquor store
Rhonda Silence-At this week’s meeting of the Grand Marais City Council, there will be a review of the 2020 proposal for the renovation of city hall and the municipal liquor store.
Landscaping goats not allowed in the city of Grand Marais
Rhonda Silence-A local landscaping and tree removal service in Grand Marais started an experiment on its Cedar Grove Business Park lot in October.
Truck drivers speak out about safety at Grand Marais City Council meeting
Rhonda Silence-Eleven truckers turned up for public comment at the Grand Marais City Council meeting on Wednesday, October 27, sharing their concerns about a possible city ordinance outlawing jake braking through th
City update on truck braking, bonds and more
Rhonda Silence-The Grand Marais City Council met on Wednesday, October 13, and heard from citizens on a variety of issues, from engine braking to ATVs in the city.
Truck driver adds input on city's jake brake discussion
Rhonda Silence-At recent meetings of both the Grand Marais City Council and the Cook County Commissioners, the subject of semis using jake brakes on city and county roads has been brought up.
Variance approval for Angry Trout and Planning Commission appointment at city meeting
-The last meeting of the Grand Marais City Council for September included approval of a variance for the Angry Trout restaurant and the appointment of a new member of the Grand Marais Planning Commissi
Speaking with new City Councilor Tracy Benson
Rhonda Silence-Tracy Benson returned to government service at the beginning of September when she was appointed to fill a Grand Marais City Council vacancy.