Rothsay, MN

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall August 25, 2026 RAEDA Emergency Meeting 7:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Approval of Agenda 3.0 New Business 3.1 Expense of water and sewer lines for twin home. 4.0 Adjourn

Wed Aug 19, 2026

Economic Development Authority

Rothsay EDA meeting features routine approvals and old/new business updates

The Rothsay Economic Development Authority will hold a regular meeting with procedural approvals, review of July 2026 minutes, and updates on old and new business items including a spec home update, community events, and resident welcome initiatives.

Approval of July 15, 2026 meeting minutes
Spec home update (Old Business)
Breakfast with Business/Community Leaders on August 27, 2026 at 7:00 pm (Old Business)
New resident welcome basket (Old Business)
Fundraising cookbook initiative (Old Business)

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall August 19, 2026 RAEDA regular meeting 7:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 7.0 8.0 Call to Order Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes 3.1 Approval of July 15, 2026 Minutes 3.2 Review and Approval of Financial Committee Reports; if any 4.1 Social Media and Marketing 4.2 Housing and Consumer Services 4.3 Workforce and Commercial Development 4.4 Events and Fundraising Old Business 5.1 Spec Home update 5.2 Breakfast with Business/Community Leaders e August 27, 2026 @ 7 pm 5.3 New resident welcome basket 5.4 Fundraising — Cookbook 5.5 Childcare options 5.6 Yard of the Week New Business Action Item Takeaways Adjourn

Mon Aug 10, 2026

City Council

Council to discuss wage negotiation at special meeting

The Rothsay City Council is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: wage negotiation. The agenda contains no other business items, only the call to order and adjournment.

Wage negotiation discussion

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CITY OF ROTHSAY SPECIAL MEETING ROTHSAY CITY HALL DATE: Monday, August 10", 2026 TIME: 5:30 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Wage Negotiation 3.0 Adjourn “The City of Rothsay is an equal opportunity employer and provider. “

Mon Jul 27, 2026

City Council

✓ Decided: Council reviews 2027 preliminary budget, schedules next meetings

The Rothsay City Council held a special budget meeting on July 27, 2026, to review and revise the 2027 preliminary budget. No formal decisions were made on the budget; the council scheduled a follow-up budget meeting for August 24, 2026, and a wage negotiation meeting for August 10, 2026. The meeting adjourned at 7:09 pm.

Reviewed and revised 2027 preliminary budget (no vote recorded)
Scheduled next budget meeting for August 24, 2026, at 6:00 pm
Scheduled wage negotiation meeting for August 10, 2026, at 5:30 pm
Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

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Budget Meeting Rothsay City Hall July 27, 2026 6:00 pm 1.0 Call to Order: The special meeting was called to order by Mayor Shane Balken at 6:02 pm. Council present: Heather Weber, Daryl Schleeter, and Nathan Ziegler. Council absent: Matthew Balken. Others present: Amanda Kuschel. 2.0 2027 Preliminary Budget: Reviewed and revised the 2027 budget. The next budget meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 24™, 2026, at 6:00 pm. 3.0 Wage Negotiation Meeting Date: Meeting set for Monday, August 10" 2026, at 5:30 pm. 4.0 Adjourn: A MOTION to adjourn was made by Schleeter, seconded by Ziegler. Carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:09 pm. Respectfully transcribed by, Amanda Kuschel City Clerk/Treasurer

Wed Jul 15, 2026

Economic Development Authority

EDA to review financials, spec home, and set fall business breakfast date

The Rothsay Areawide EDA is holding its regular July meeting to approve minutes and financials, hear committee reports, and discuss old business items. Key topics include updates on a spec home, planning a fall Breakfast with Business/Community Leaders, and other community initiatives. No major decisions or new business items are listed on the agenda.

Approval of May 20, 2026, minutes and July 1, 2026 Boomer's Bash minutes
Review and approval of financials
Spec Home update
Set fall date for Breakfast with Business/Community Leaders
Discussion of new resident welcome basket, cookbook fundraiser, childcare options, Boomer's Bash 2027, and Yard of the Week

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✓ Decided: EDA seeks $30K extra loan for spec home overages

The Rothsay Areawide EDA approved a motion to request an additional $30,000 pre-emptive loan from the JPA for construction overages on the spec home, with costs possibly rising by that amount. The board also approved minutes, financials, and set Boomer's Bash 2027 for June 19. No other substantive decisions were made.

Approved motion to request $30,000 additional JPA loan for spec home overages (unanimous)
Approved agenda with addition of June 11 Boomer's Bash minutes (unanimous)
Approved minutes from May 20, June 11, and July 1 (unanimous)
Approved financial report with checking balance $294,650.17 and savings $9,613.76 (unanimous)

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall July 15, 2026 RAEDA regular meeting 7:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Approval of Agenda 3.0 Approval of Minutes 3.1 Approval of May 20, 2026, minutes 3.2 Approval of July 1, 2026 Boomer’s Bash Minutes 3.2 Review and Approval of Financials 4.0 Committee Reports; if any 4.1 Social Media and Marketing 4.2 Housing and Consumer Services 4.3 Workforce and Commercial Development 4.4 Events and Fundraising 5.0 Old Business 5.1 Spec Home update 5.2 Breakfast with Business/Community Leaders  Set fall date 5.3 New resident welcome basket 5.4 Fundraising – Cookbook 5.5 Childcare options 5.6 Boomer’s Bash 2027 5.7 Yard of the Week 6.0 New Business 7.0 Action Item Takeaways 8.0 Adjourn

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall July 15, 2026 Approved Minutes RAEDA regular meeting 7:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order at 7:02 pm by President Steph Curtis. Other members present include: Heather Weber, Cecil Mosher, John Reber, Jim Boyce and Stacy Honer. Guests present include Shane Balken. 2.0 Approval of Agenda  One addition to addition, approval of June 11, 2026 Boomer’s Bash Minutes. Motion to approve with addition by Honer, seconded by Mosher. Motion carried. 3.0 Approval of Minutes 3.1 Approval of May 20, 2026, minutes 3.2 Approval of July 1, 2026 Boomer’s Bash Minutes 3.3 Approval of June 11, 2026 Boomer’s Bash Minutes  Motion to approve minutes from May 20, June 11 and July 1 by Honer, seconded by Reber. Motion carried. 3.4 Review and Approval of Financials  Checking account balance is at $294,650.17, of that $20,807 is regular EDA funds with the remainder twin home funds. Savings account balance is at $9,613.76. Motion to approve the financial report by Reber, seconded by Mosher. Motion carried. 4.0 Committee Reports; if any 4.1 Social Media and Marketing  Current social media posts are focusing on Yard of the Week and are getting good engagement.  Marketing expenses need to be finalized for Boomer’s Bash. 4.2 Housing and Consumer Services  No report 4.3 Workforce and Commercial Development  Justin Neppl is working with a group to offer business development consultation services. T …

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Mon Jul 13, 2026

City Council

Public hearing on street repair project

The Rothsay City Council is holding a public hearing to discuss a street repair project. The agenda includes a call to order, the street repair project discussion, and adjournment.

Public hearing on street repair project

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CITY OF ROTHSAY PUBLIC HEARING ROTHSAY CITY HALL DATE: Monday, July 13‘, 2026 TIME: 5:30 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Street Repair Project 3.0 Adjourn

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Public Hearing Rothsay City Hall July 13th 2026 5:30 p.m. APPROVED MINUTES 1.0 Call to Order: The special meeting was called to order by Mayor Shane Balken at 5:30 p.m. Council Members present: Heather Weber, Daryl Schleeter, Nathan Ziegler, and Matt Balken. Others present: Orville Anderson, Jordan Barry, and Amanda Kuschel. 2.0 Street Repair Project: The project will start the week of July 20™—approval of $170,000.00. Kuschel to post map on Facebook and the city website. A MOTION to approve was made by Schleeter, seconded by Ziegler. Carried. 3.0 Adjourn: MOTION by Ziegler, seconded by Schleeter, to adjourn at 5:44 p.m. Carried. Respectfully submitted by, Amanda Ksuchel City Clerk/Treasurer “The City of Rothsay is an equal opportunity employer and provider.”

Wed Jul 1, 2026

City Council

Rothsay City Council holds Boomer’s Bash 2026 wrap-up meeting

The council is reviewing reports and logistics from the Boomer’s Bash 2026 event. Discussions include volunteer support, marketing, and sponsorships.

Review of event reports for 5K, 3-on-3, and fireworks
Discussion of sponsorship thank-you letters and street dance tickets
Planning for next year's event date
Booking of Rick Fiedler for music
Second round of cookbook sales

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✓ Decided: Booked Rick Fiedler for 2027 Boomer’s Bash and set event date

The council set June 19, 2027 as the date for next year’s Boomer’s Bash. A motion to book musician Rick Fiedler for the 2027 event was carried. The board approved a $400 donation to post‑prom volunteers and authorized a second round of cookbook sales. A community survey will be sent to gather feedback on the event name and attractions.

Set date for 2027 Boomer’s Bash: June 19, 2027
Approved booking of Rick Fiedler for 2027 event (motion carried)
Approved $400 donation to post‑prom volunteers (motion carried)
Authorized second round of cookbook sales; Curtis to tally orders
Will send community survey for feedback on event name and attractions

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall July 1, 2026 Boomer’s Bash 2026 Wrap-up meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 2.0 Call to Order Old Business 2.1 Event Reports 5K 3-on-3 Breakfast Kiddie Pedal Pull Co-ed Softball Parade Kid’s inflatables Vendors Bingo Cornhole Tournament Rick Fiedler Music Time Capsule Ceremony/Cake reception Fireworks Tee shirt sales 2.3 Volunteer/Community Support 2.4 Marketing plan- social media, website, print media 2.5 Sponsorships Thank-you letters, Sponsorship Street dance tickets 2.6 Park details- Tent rental New Business 3.1 Next year's event date Booking music (Rick Fiedler) Second round of Cookbook Sales Action Item Takeaways Adjourn

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall July 1, 2026 Approved Minutes Boomer’s Bash 2026 Wrap-up meeting 6:00 pm 1.0 Call to Order Meeting was called to order at 6:01 pm by President Steph Curtis. Other members present include Cecil Mosher, Heather Weber, Rachel Haugrud, Stacy Honer and John Reber. Guests present include Diane Kunze, Rita Olson, Shane Balken and Trevor Hone. 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Event Reports  5K: Nikki Thorson sent a report that there were 26 runners. They would like more next year but feel they have a good base to build from. They did make some purchases of basic signage. Overall feel it went well.  3-on-3: They would have liked more teams. Felt earlier advertising would have helped. Suggested we loop in the Booster Club for more advertising in the future. The kids did seem to enjoy themselves and all expenses were covered.  Breakfast: Profit of approximately $800 was made with one more invoice pending. Overall went well.  Kiddie Pedal Pull: Rita Olson reported that they had 48 kids participate which is 16 more from last year which is a sizable increase. For next year she suggested making the start time/registration time clearer.  Co-ed Softball: Four teams, tournament went well, ended around 2:30 pm. Reports of multiple teams wanting to take part next year.  Parade: Parade numbers seemed down, unsure if anyone reached out to nearby towns or organizations. Discussions regarding how to address that in the futur …

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Wed Jul 1, 2026

Economic Development Authority

EDA reviews Boomer's Bash 2026 and plans next year's event

The Rothsay Areawide EDA is meeting to wrap up Boomer's Bash 2026, reviewing event reports, volunteer support, marketing, sponsorships, and park details. They will also discuss new business, including setting next year's event date, booking music, and a second round of cookbook sales. This is a planning and review meeting, not a decision on major policy or spending.

Event reports for 5K, 3-on-3, breakfast, kiddie pedal pull, co-ed softball, parade, kid's inflatables, vendors, bingo, cornhole tournament, Rick Fiedler Music, time capsule ceremony, fireworks, tee shirt sales
Marketing plan for social media, website, and print media
Sponsorship thank-you letters and street dance tickets
Park details including tent rental
Next year's event date and booking music (Rick Fiedler)

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✓ Decided: EDA books Rick Fiedler for 2027 Boomer's Bash, plans survey

The Rothsay Areawide EDA approved booking Rick Fiedler for the 2027 event and set the date for June 19, 2027. They also approved a $400 donation to post prom, discussed purchasing inflatables and a tent, and will send a community survey to gather feedback on the event's future.

Approved $400 donation to post prom (motion by Mosher, seconded by Haugrud)
Approved booking Rick Fiedler for 2027 (motion by Honer, seconded by Haugrud)
Set next year's event date for June 19, 2027
Will send community survey for feedback on event naming and activities

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall July 1, 2026 Boomer’s Bash 2026 Wrap-up meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Event Reports 5K 3-on-3 Breakfast Kiddie Pedal Pull Co-ed Softball Parade Kid’s inflatables Vendors Bingo Cornhole Tournament Rick Fiedler Music Time Capsule Ceremony/Cake reception Fireworks Tee shirt sales 2.3 Volunteer/Community Support 2.4 Marketing plan- social media, website, print media 2.5 Sponsorships e Thank-you letters, Sponsorship Street dance tickets 2.6 Park details- e Tent rental eoocereece ee ee eo wo oO 3.0 New Business 3.1 Next year's event date 3.2 Booking music (Rick Fiedler) 3.3 Second round of Cookbook Sales 4.0 Action Item Takeaways 5.0 Adjourn

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall July 1, 2026 Approved Minutes Boomer’s Bash 2026 Wrap-up meeting 6:00 pm 1.0 Call to Order Meeting was called to order at 6:01 pm by President Steph Curtis. Other members present include Cecil Mosher, Heather Weber, Rachel Haugrud, Stacy Honer and John Reber. Guests present include Diane Kunze, Rita Olson, Shane Balken and Trevor Hone. 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Event Reports  5K: Nikki Thorson sent a report that there were 26 runners. They would like more next year but feel they have a good base to build from. They did make some purchases of basic signage. Overall feel it went well.  3-on-3: They would have liked more teams. Felt earlier advertising would have helped. Suggested we loop in the Booster Club for more advertising in the future. The kids did seem to enjoy themselves and all expenses were covered.  Breakfast: Profit of approximately $800 was made with one more invoice pending. Overall went well.  Kiddie Pedal Pull: Rita Olson reported that they had 48 kids participate which is 16 more from last year which is a sizable increase. For next year she suggested making the start time/registration time clearer.  Co-ed Softball: Four teams, tournament went well, ended around 2:30 pm. Reports of multiple teams wanting to take part next year.  Parade: Parade numbers seemed down, unsure if anyone reached out to nearby towns or organizations. Discussions regarding how to address that in t …

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Mon Jun 22, 2026

City Council

City Council to discuss Rodeo Grounds purchase and street repairs

The Rothsay City Council is holding a special meeting to review a purchase agreement for the Rodeo Grounds Development. The council will also discuss a street repair project.

Rodeo Grounds Development Purchase Agreement
Street Repair Project

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✓ Decided: City Council approves $170,000 street paving financing

The council approved financing of $170,000 for a street paving project, using Stockgrowers’ 7‑year loan and Tri‑State Paving. No vote count was recorded, but the motion was carried. Discussion continued on the Rodeo Grounds Development Purchase Agreement, with no decision made. The meeting minutes were approved and the council adjourned at 6:37 p.m.

Approved $170,000 street paving financing (motion carried)
Approved meeting minutes

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CITY OF ROTHSAY SPECIAL MEETING ROTHSAY CITY HALL DATE: Monday, June 22", 2026 TIME: 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Rodeo Grounds Development Purchase Agreement 3.0 Street Repair Project 4.0 Adjourn “The City of Rothsay is an equal opportunity employer and provider. “

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1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING ROTHSAY CITY HALL APPROVED MINUTES June 22,2026 @ 6:00 pm Call to Order: The council meeting was called to order by Mayor Shane Balken at 6:00 p.m. Other Council Members present: Heather Weber, Matthew Balken, and Nathan Ziegler. Council member absent: Daryl Schleeter. Others present: D] Holland and Dana Holland. Rodeo Grounds Development Purchase Agreement: Discussion regarding the terms surrounding the prospective land purchase of the former rodeo grounds. Discussion included terms of special assessments for the installation of a road and well and sewer requirements. Parties will bring more specific road construction costs to the July meeting, as well as the preferred length of special assessments for final consideration. The city also expressed interest in seeing a full amortization schedule. Street Repair Project: Review of financing options for street paving project of 5-year, 7-year, and 10-year repayment terms. After discussion, a motion was made by M. Balken to proceed with the Stockgrowers’ financing of $170,000 for 7 years for the street paving project utilizing Tri-State Paving. Motion seconded by Ziegler. Motion carried. Adjourn: A MOTION to adjourn was made by Ziegler, seconded by Matthew Balken, and carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:37 pm. Respectfully Transcribed by, Heather Weber, City Council Member “The City of Rothsay is an equal opportunity employer and provider.”

Thu Jun 11, 2026

Economic Development Authority

Rothsay EDA plans Boomer’s Bash 2026 logistics and sponsorships

The Rothsay Economic Development Authority will meet to finalize details for the 2026 Boomer’s Bash festival, including event locations, volunteer coordination, vendor setup, and sponsorship outreach. New business includes ordering the ceremony sequence for the town time capsule.

Relocate 5K event from park to school
Map vendor setup areas in the park
Order cake for time capsule ceremony (Heather)
Schedule fireworks at football field
Distribute sponsorship street dance tickets

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING American Legion Park June 11, 2026 Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Finalize Events  5K – changing to school vs. park  3-on-3 – unsure if we have enough teams  Breakfast  Kiddie Pedal Pull  Co-ed Softball  Parade  Kid’s inflatables o Tent, money box, student volunteers  Vendors o Where will they all be set up- map out area  Bingo – tables/chairs, supplies (cards, dobbers), money box  Rick Fiedler  Time Capsule Ceremony o Sound system o Cake order and pick-up, servers, supplies (Heather)  Fireworks- football field 2.3 Volunteer/Community Support 2.4 Marketing plan- social media, website, print media 2.5 Sponsorships  Thank you, letters, Sponsorship Street dance tickets 2.6 Park details-  Tent (rental pick-up, set-up, and drop-off), park map, garbage cans 3.0 New Business 3.1 Order of Ceremony for Time Capsule 4.0 Action Item Takeaways 5.0 Adjourn

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING American Legion Park June 11, 2026 Approved Minutes Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order The meeting was called to order by President Stephanie Curtis. Other members present include Cecil Mosher, John Reber, Rachel Haugrud, Heather Weber, Stacy Honer and Jim Boyce. Guests present include Shane Balken, Jenny Miller, Nikki Thorson, Breann Rosenthal, John Kunze, Diane Kunze and Gene Boyce. 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Finalize Events  5K – changing to school vs. park o The starting and ending location will be the school. Information has been changed on the website. Volunteers will be setting up on Friday night. Registration will be at 7:30 am, race begins at 8:00 am. Cost is $25. Cecil Mosher will help as a volunteer. Jenny and Nikki will let EDA know if they need additional assistance.  3-on-3 – unsure if we have enough teams o Trevor Hone provided an updated that they have secured enough teams and the event will proceed. The start time has been adjusted to 11:00 am. First place medals have been ordered Steph will pick up the medals in Fergus Falls next week.  Breakfast o New Life Lutheran Church will host the breakfast from 8:00 – 9:30 am at the church. They have everything organized.  Kiddie Pedal Pull o Rita Olson’s crew has everything organized for the event to take place in the rear lot of New Life Lutheran Church. Steph will verify with Olson’s that they have …

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Thu Jun 11, 2026

City Council

Council reviews final details for Boomer’s Bash 2026 at American Legion Park

The council will finalize the schedule and logistics for the Boomer’s Bash 2026 event at American Legion Park, including activities, vendor placement, and the time‑capsule ceremony. They will also discuss volunteer support, marketing plans, sponsorship acknowledgments, and park setup details such as tents and garbage cans.

Finalize event activities (5K race, 3‑on‑3, breakfast, kiddie pedal pull, co‑ed softball, parade, inflatables, bingo)
Map out vendor locations and park layout for the event
Plan order and supplies for the time‑capsule ceremony (sound system, cake, servers)
Arrange tent rental, set‑up, drop‑off, and garbage can placement in the park
Develop marketing plan using social media, website, and print media

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✓ Decided: Fireworks contract approved; event will be held at the old football field

The council approved the meeting minutes and finalized details for the Boomer's Bash 2026 events. The 5K race will start and finish at the school, the 3‑on‑3 basketball game will begin at 11:00 am, and the fireworks will take place at the old football field. Additional tasks were assigned to council members and volunteers for setup, supplies, and coordination.

Minutes of the meeting approved (no vote recorded)
5K race location changed to the school with registration at 7:30 am
3‑on‑3 basketball start time adjusted to 11:00 am
Fireworks contract returned; event scheduled at the old football field
Breakfast to be hosted by New Life Lutheran Church from 8:00–9:30 am
Parade float candy (Rice Krispie bars) to be ordered for the EDA float
Approximately 20 vendors confirmed for the event
Marketing updates continued on social media and website

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING American Legion Park June 11, 2026 Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Finalize Events  5K – changing to school vs. park  3-on-3 – unsure if we have enough teams  Breakfast  Kiddie Pedal Pull  Co-ed Softball  Parade  Kid’s inflatables o Tent, money box, student volunteers  Vendors o Where will they all be set up- map out area  Bingo – tables/chairs, supplies (cards, dobbers), money box  Rick Fiedler  Time Capsule Ceremony o Sound system o Cake order and pick-up, servers, supplies (Heather)  Fireworks- football field 2.3 Volunteer/Community Support 2.4 Marketing plan- social media, website, print media 2.5 Sponsorships  Thank you, letters, Sponsorship Street dance tickets 2.6 Park details-  Tent (rental pick-up, set-up, and drop-off), park map, garbage cans 3.0 New Business 3.1 Order of Ceremony for Time Capsule 4.0 Action Item Takeaways 5.0 Adjourn

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING American Legion Park June 11, 2026 Approved Minutes Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order The meeting was called to order by President Stephanie Curtis. Other members present include Cecil Mosher, John Reber, Rachel Haugrud, Heather Weber, Stacy Honer and Jim Boyce. Guests present include Shane Balken, Jenny Miller, Nikki Thorson, Breann Rosenthal, John Kunze, Diane Kunze and Gene Boyce. 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Finalize Events  5K – changing to school vs. park o The starting and ending location will be the school. Information has been changed on the website. Volunteers will be setting up on Friday night. Registration will be at 7:30 am, race begins at 8:00 am. Cost is $25. Cecil Mosher will help as a volunteer. Jenny and Nikki will let EDA know if they need additional assistance.  3-on-3 – unsure if we have enough teams o Trevor Hone provided an updated that they have secured enough teams and the event will proceed. The start time has been adjusted to 11:00 am. First place medals have been ordered Steph will pick up the medals in Fergus Falls next week.  Breakfast o New Life Lutheran Church will host the breakfast from 8:00 – 9:30 am at the church. They have everything organized.  Kiddie Pedal Pull o Rita Olson’s crew has everything organized for the event to take place in the rear lot of New Life Lutheran Church. Steph will verify with Olson’s that they have barricade …

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Mon Jun 8, 2026

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approves solar project, personnel policy, and fire training funds

The Rothsay City Council approved several items, including a $568.28 postcard mailer for Boomer's Bash, a $10,000 reimbursement for bus auto extrication training, a new fire department member, and a personnel policy ordinance. They also approved a resolution accepting a solar project with no city expense, with one abstention. No public forum was held, and the meeting adjourned at 8:44 pm.

Approved $568.28 for Boomer's Bash postcard mailer
Approved up to $10,000 reimbursement for bus auto extrication training
Approved new fire department member John Redington
Approved 2.05-C Personnel Policy Ordinance
Approved WCI REC Solar Project resolution (Weber abstained)
Approved consent agenda including May meeting minutes and financial reports
Set regular council meetings at 6:00 pm on second Monday
Scheduled special meeting June 22 and public hearing August 10 for street repair project

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1.0 5.0 6.0 7.0 CITY COUNCIL MEETING ROTHSAY CITY HALL APPROVED MINUTES June 8th, 2026@ 6:00 pm Call to Order: The council meeting was called to order by Mayor Shane Balken at 6:00 p.m. Council Members present: Heather Weber, Nathan Ziegler, Daryl Schleeter, and Matthew Balken. Others present: Amanda Kuschel, Jordan Barry, Jon Pauna, Darin Fellbaum, Dana Holland Sr., Cale Brandt, Griffin Peck, Ben Holsen, and John Redington. Public Forum: No Public Forum Approval of Agenda: A MOTION to approve was made by Ziegler, seconded by Weber. Carried. Approval of Consent Agenda: + Approval of May 13" Meeting Minutes Approval of May 18t Special Meeting Minutes Approval of May 26" Special Meeting Minutes Approval of May Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable EDA Minutes and Report Rothsay Fire Department Committee Reports Employee Reports A MOTION to approve was made by Schleeter, seconded by M. Balken. Carried. Committee, EDA, Fire, and Employee Action Items: 5.1 Boomer’s Bash Postcard Mailer: Approval of $568.28. A MOTION to approve was made by M. Balken, seconded by Ziegler. Carried. 5.2 Council Meeting Start Time: Regular council meetings will be held at 6:00 pm on the second Monday of the month. A MOTION to approve was made by Schleeter, seconded by Ziegler. Carried. 5.3 Bus Auto Extrication: Approval for up to $10,000 to be reimbursed for training. A MOTION to approve was made by Ziegler, seconded by Schleeter. Carried. 5.4 New Fire Department …

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Tue May 26, 2026

City Council

City Council to discuss Rodeo Grounds covenants and street repairs

The City Council is holding a special meeting to address development covenants for the Rodeo Grounds. The body will also discuss a street repair project.

Rodeo Grounds Development Covenants
Street Repair Project

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✓ Decided: City Council approves Thunder Ridge development covenants

The council approved the Thunder Ridge development covenants after a motion by Matthew Balken and a second by Daryl Schleeter. The Street Repair Project was placed on the June agenda. The meeting was then adjourned.

Approved Thunder Ridge development covenants (motion by M. Balken, seconded by Schleeter, carried)
Added Street Repair Project to June agenda (carried)
Adjourned meeting (motion by Schleeter, seconded by Weber, carried)

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CITY OF ROTHSAY SPECIAL MEETING ROTHSAY CITY HALL DATE: Tuesday, May 26, 2026 TIME: 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Rodeo Grounds Development Covenants 3.0 Street Repair Project 4.0 Adjourn “The City of Rothsay is an equal opportunity employer and provider. “

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1.0 2.0 CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING ROTHSAY CITY HALL APPROVED MINUTES May 26, 2026 @ 6:00 pm Call to Order: The council meeting was called to order by Mayor Shane Balken at 6:00 p.m. Other Council Members present: Heather Weber, Matthew Balken, and Daryl Schleeter. Council members absent: Nathan Ziegler. Others present: D] Holland, Dana Holland, and Amanda Kuschel. Rodeo Grounds Development Covenants: Discussion was held regarding the development covenants. A MOTION to approve the Thunder Ridge Covenants was made by M. Balken, seconded by Schleeter. Carried. Street Repair Project: Public Works is currently awaiting bids. Add to the June agenda. Adjourn: A MOTION to adjourn was made by Schleeter, seconded by Weber, and carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:51 pm. Respectfully Transcribed by, Amanda Kuschel City Clerk/Treasurer “The City of Rothsay is an equal opportunity employer and provider.”

Wed May 20, 2026

Economic Development Authority

Rothsay EDA plans Boomer’s Bash 2026 and reviews past events

The Rothsay Economic Development Authority holds two back-to-back meetings on May 20, 2026. The first meeting at 6:00 pm focuses on planning the Boomer’s Bash 2026, covering event updates, volunteer support, marketing, sponsorships, and park details. The second meeting at 7:00 pm is a regular session that reviews minutes, financials, committee reports, and old and new business items including a spec home update and the Boomer’s Bash.

Boomer’s Bash 2026 planning: event updates, marketing plan, sponsorships, park map, tent rental/purchase
Approval of April 15, 2026 minutes and financials
Spec home update: site readiness review
Breakfast with Business/Community Leaders scheduled for June 4, 5:30–7 pm
2026 Yard of the Week initiative introduced

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✓ Decided: EDA approves $568.28 Boomer's Bash mailer and 50 cookbook pre-orders

The Rothsay Areawide EDA approved a $568.28 birthday party invitation mailer for Boomer's Bash, subject to city council approval, and pre-ordered 50 copies of a reprinted cookbook at $15 each. They also accepted a donated replacement sign for the Prairie Chicken Capital of Minnesota sign. The meeting included updates on Boomer's Bash planning, a potential housing development at the former rodeo grounds, and a shift in EDA focus toward business development after the current twin home is completed.

Approved $568.28 mailer to 56579 box holders (motion carried; Weber to bring to Council for final approval)
Approved pre-order of 50 cookbooks at $15 each (motion carried)
Accepted Ross Hier's donated sign with basic design and one modification (motion carried)
Approved agenda with addition of 6.2 Chicken Sign (motion carried)
Approved April 15, 2026 minutes as presented (motion carried)
Adjourned at 7:51 pm (motion carried)

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall May 20, 2026 Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Event Updates  5K  Breakfast  Pedal Pull  Co-ed Tournament  Bingo  Parade  3 on 3 BB Tournament  Bean bag tournament  Music by Rick  Kids Games  Park Vendors  Time Capsule Ceremony  Fireworks  Street Dance 2.3 Volunteer/Community Support 2.4 Marketing plan- social media, website, print media 2.5 Sponsorships 2.6 Park details  Park Map  Tent- rent or purchase 3.0 New Business  Next meeting- June 10 4.0 Action Item Takeaways 5.0 Adjourn Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall May 20, 2026 RAEDA regular meeting 7:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Approval of Agenda 3.0 Approval of Minutes 3.1 Approval of April 15, 2026, minutes 3.2 Review and Approval of Financials 4.0 Committee Reports; if any 4.1 Social Media and Marketing  The Enterprise  Boomer’s Bash 4.2 Housing and Consumer Services 4.3 Workforce and Commercial Development 4.4 Events and Fundraising 5.0 Old Business 5.1 Spec Home update  Site readiness 5.2 Breakfast with Business/Community Leaders  June 4, 5:30-7 pm 5.3 New resident welcome basket 5.4 Fundraising – Cookbook 5.5 Childcare options 5.6 Boomer’s Bash 2026 5.7 Special Olympics send-off 6.0 New Business 6.1 2026 Yard of the Week 7. …

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall May 20, 2026 Approved Minutes Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order at 6:01 pm by President Steph Curtis. Other members present include John Reber, Rachel Haugrud, Cecil Mosher and Heather Weber. Guests present include: Rita Olson, Breann Rosenthal and Trevor Hone. 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Event Updates  5K: Nikki Thorson will be co-leading with John Reber. Registration at 7:30 am, with race beginning at 8:00 am. Start at East Park.  Breakfast: Hosted from 8:00 am to 9:30 am at New Life Lutheran Church. The council is handling the event in full.  Pedal Pull: Olson’s have this ready to roll. Registration starts at 8:30 in the rear parking lot of New Life Lutheran Church.  Co-ed Softball Tournament: Reber is coordinating and setting schedule. Currently four teams are slated for tournament. Mosher has a fifth team likely to sign up. The tournament will be providing bats.  Bingo: Pam Iverson and her husband will be calling Bingo. They are all set. Breann Rosenthal will follow-up with fire department to see about borrowing the daubers.  Parade: Per John Ophoven the parade will be the same as in years past and follow the same lineup and route. Partners reports they will do a float this year, other members have reported one or two other new floats are expected. Curtis will work with fire department to locate map for website.  3 on 3 BB Tournament: Trev …

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Wed May 20, 2026

City Council

Planning for Boomer’s Bash 2026 community festival

The council will review updates for the Boomer’s Bash 2026 event, including activities, marketing, sponsorships, and park logistics. It will also discuss a spec home site readiness update, a breakfast with business and community leaders scheduled for June 4, and fundraising efforts such as a cookbook. New business includes the 2026 Yard of the Week program.

Boomer’s Bash 2026 event updates (5K, breakfast, tournaments, fireworks, etc.)
Marketing plan for Boomer’s Bash (social media, website, print media)
Sponsorships for Boomer’s Bash
Park details for Boomer’s Bash (tent rent or purchase)
Spec Home site readiness update

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✓ Decided: Council approved a $568.28 mailer to 56,579 households for Boomer’s Bash

The council voted to approve a birthday‑party invitation mailer costing $568.28 to be sent to 56,579 box holders. A donated prairie‑chicken sign was accepted with a minor design change. The council also approved pre‑ordering 50 copies of the fundraising cookbook. All three motions were carried.

Approved $568.28 mailer to 56,579 households (motion carried)
Accepted donated prairie‑chicken sign with design modification (motion carried)
Approved pre‑order of 50 cookbook copies (motion carried)

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall May 20, 2026 Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Event Updates  5K  Breakfast  Pedal Pull  Co-ed Tournament  Bingo  Parade  3 on 3 BB Tournament  Bean bag tournament  Music by Rick  Kids Games  Park Vendors  Time Capsule Ceremony  Fireworks  Street Dance 2.3 Volunteer/Community Support 2.4 Marketing plan- social media, website, print media 2.5 Sponsorships 2.6 Park details  Park Map  Tent- rent or purchase 3.0 New Business  Next meeting- June 10 4.0 Action Item Takeaways 5.0 Adjourn Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall May 20, 2026 RAEDA regular meeting 7:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Approval of Agenda 3.0 Approval of Minutes 3.1 Approval of April 15, 2026, minutes 3.2 Review and Approval of Financials 4.0 Committee Reports; if any 4.1 Social Media and Marketing  The Enterprise  Boomer’s Bash 4.2 Housing and Consumer Services 4.3 Workforce and Commercial Development 4.4 Events and Fundraising 5.0 Old Business 5.1 Spec Home update  Site readiness 5.2 Breakfast with Business/Community Leaders  June 4, 5:30-7 pm 5.3 New resident welcome basket 5.4 Fundraising – Cookbook 5.5 Childcare options 5.6 Boomer’s Bash 2026 5.7 Special Olympics send-off 6.0 New Business 6.1 2026 Yard of the Week 7.0 Action Item Takeaways …

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall May 20, 2026 Approved Minutes Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order at 6:01 pm by President Steph Curtis. Other members present include John Reber, Rachel Haugrud, Cecil Mosher and Heather Weber. Guests present include: Rita Olson, Breann Rosenthal and Trevor Hone. 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Event Updates  5K: Nikki Thorson will be co-leading with John Reber. Registration at 7:30 am, with race beginning at 8:00 am. Start at East Park.  Breakfast: Hosted from 8:00 am to 9:30 am at New Life Lutheran Church. The council is handling the event in full.  Pedal Pull: Olson’s have this ready to roll. Registration starts at 8:30 in the rear parking lot of New Life Lutheran Church.  Co-ed Softball Tournament: Reber is coordinating and setting schedule. Currently four teams are slated for tournament. Mosher has a fifth team likely to sign up. The tournament will be providing bats.  Bingo: Pam Iverson and her husband will be calling Bingo. They are all set. Breann Rosenthal will follow-up with fire department to see about borrowing the daubers.  Parade: Per John Ophoven the parade will be the same as in years past and follow the same lineup and route. Partners reports they will do a float this year, other members have reported one or two other new floats are expected. Curtis will work with fire department to locate map for website.  3 on 3 BB Tournament: Trevor Hone i …

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Mon May 18, 2026

City Council

City Council to discuss Rodeo Grounds Development

The Rothsay City Council will hold a special meeting on Monday, April 18, 2026 at 7:00 a.m. The agenda includes a discussion of the Rodeo Grounds Development. The meeting will also include the standard call to order and adjournment.

Rodeo Grounds Development

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✓ Decided: Council approved minutes and adjourned; no substantive actions taken

The council approved the meeting minutes. No decisions were made on the Rodeo Grounds Development; the topic was discussed and a follow‑up special meeting was scheduled for April 26. The meeting was then adjourned.

Approved meeting minutes
Adjourned the meeting

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CITY OF ROTHSAY SPECIAL MEETING ROTHSAY CITY HALL DATE: Monday, April 18%", 2026 TIME: 7:00 am ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Rodeo Grounds Development 3.0 Adjourn “The City of Rothsay is an equal opportunity employer and provider. “

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1.0 2.0 3.0 CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING ROTHSAY CITY HALL APPROVED MINUTES May 18, 2026 @ 7:00 am Call to Order: The council meeting was called to order by Mayor Shane Balken at 6:00 a.m. Other Council Members present: Heather Weber, Matthew Balken, and Daryl Schleeter. Council members absent: Nathan Ziegler. Others present: Shirley Holland, Dana Holland, and Jordan Barry. Rodeo Grounds Development: Discussion took place on the potential sale and development of the former rodeo grounds owned by the City of Rothsay. Items discussed included special assessments, new road construction, sale price, and covenants for the development. An special meeting will be held on April 26™ to further discuss covenants and the sale price in greater detail. Adjourn: A MOTION to adjourn was made by Schleeter, seconded by M Balken, and carried. The meeting adjourned at 7:36 a.m. Respectfully Transcribed by, Shane Mayor Balken “The City of Rothsay is an equal opportunity employer and provider.”

Wed May 13, 2026

City Council

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5.0 6.0 7.0 8.0 CITY COUNCIL MEETING ROTHSAY CITY HALL APPROVED MINUTES May 13th, 2026@ 7:00 pm Call to Order: The council meeting was called to order by Mayor Shane Balken at 7:00 p.m. Council Members present: Heather Weber, Daryl Schleeter, and Matthew Balken. Council members absent: Nathan Ziegler. Others present: Amanda Kuschel, Jordan Barry, and John Redington. Public Forum: No Public Forum Approval of Agenda: A MOTION to approve after three additions was made by Schleeter, seconded by M. Balken. Carried. Approval of Consent Agenda: Approval of April 6th Meeting Minutes Approval of April 6" Special Meeting Minutes Approval of April Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable EDA Minutes and Report Rothsay Fire Department Committee Reports Employee Reports A MOTION to approve was made by M. Balken, seconded by Weber. Carried. Committee, EDA, Fire, and Employee Action Items: Otter Tail Lakes Country: The council is not interested currently. Ringdahl Subsidy Request: More information required before approval. Proclamation for Jim and Gene Boyce: Weber to draft a proclamation and bring it to the June meeting for the USA games send-off on June 18™ DNR Surplus Equipment Purchase: Approval of up to $12,000.00 to be paid out of the equipment fund. A MOTION to approve was made by Schleeter, seconded by M. Balken. Carried. Jacob Barry Medical Time-Off: Approval of $734.10 A MOTION to approve was made by Weber, seconded by Schleeter. Carried. Addition …

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Tue Apr 28, 2026

Economic Development Authority

EDA plans Boomer's Bash 2026 and reviews spec home loan

The Rothsay Areawide EDA is holding two meetings on April 28, 2026: a planning session for Boomer's Bash 2026 at American Legion Park, and a regular meeting at City Hall. The regular meeting includes approving minutes and financials, committee reports, and old business such as a spec home update, a breakfast with business leaders, a new resident welcome basket, a cookbook fundraiser, childcare options, and Boomer's Bash 2026. The agenda is mostly routine planning and updates, with no major new decisions listed.

Boomer's Bash 2026 planning: finalize events, volunteer support, marketing, sponsorships, park layout
Spec home update: loan update and site readiness
Breakfast with Business/Community Leaders: set next date, possibly Thursday evening at Powerhouse
Fundraising cookbook: Victor Lundeens option
New resident welcome basket and childcare options

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING American Legion Park April 28, 2026 Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Finalize Events 2.3 Volunteer/Community Support 2.4 Marketing plan- social media, website, print media 2.5 Sponsorships 2.6 Park details- layout 3.0 New Business 4.0 Action Item Takeaways 5.0 Adjourn Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall April 15, 2026 RAEDA regular meeting 7:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Approval of Agenda 3.0 Approval of Minutes 3.1 Approval of March 18, 2026, minutes 3.2 Review and Approval of Financials 4.0 Committee Reports; if any 4.1 Social Media and Marketing  The Enterprise  Boomer’s Bash 4.2 Housing and Consumer Services 4.3 Workforce and Commercial Development 4.4 Events and Fundraising 5.0 Old Business 5.1 Spec Home update  Loan Update  Site readiness 5.2 Breakfast with Business/Community Leaders  Set next date- possibly Thursday evening at Powerhouse 5.3 New resident welcome basket 5.4 Fundraising – Cookbook  Victor Lundeens option 5.5 Childcare options 5.6 Boomer’s Bash 2026 6.0 New Business 7.0 Action Item Takeaways 8.0 Adjourn

Wed Apr 15, 2026

City Council

Planning details for Boomer’s Bash 2026 discussed

The Rothsay City Council meeting on April 15, 2026 will review final event details for Boomer’s Bash 2026, including parade route, tournament setups, concessions, and park layout. The council will also approve the March 18 minutes, review financials, and receive committee reports on marketing, housing, workforce, and events. Additional old‑business items include a spec‑home loan update, scheduling a breakfast with business leaders at the Powerhouse, and fundraising efforts such as a cookbook.

Finalize parade route for Boomer’s Bash 2026
Decide on inflatables for kids games at the event
Approve tent rental and park layout for the festival
Review and approve loan update for the spec home project
Set date for breakfast with business/community leaders at the Powerhouse

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✓ Decided: Council approved $2,200 inflatable rental for Boomer’s Bash kids games

The council voted to approve the rental of five inflatables for the Boomer’s Bash kids games at a cost of up to $2,200. It also approved a $1,470 legal‑title bill for the spec home project and adopted the financial report showing a checking balance of $331,532.42 and a savings balance of $9,601.79. The agenda and the March 18, 2026 minutes were approved, and the next Boomer’s Bash planning meeting was scheduled for April 28.

Approved rental of five inflatables (cost ≤ $2,200) – motion carried
Approved $1,470 legal‑title bill for spec home parcels – motion carried
Approved financial report – motion carried
Approved meeting agenda – motion carried
Approved March 18, 2026 minutes – motion carried
Scheduled Boomer’s Bash planning meeting for April 28 at 6:00 pm – action item
Set next council meeting for two weeks later – action item
Motion to adjourn the meeting – motion carried

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall April 15, 2026 Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Finalize Events  Parade route  3 on 3 BB Tournament  Movie at the school  Bean bag tournament  Concessions at Co-ed Tournament  Kids Games- decide on inflatables  Birthday Cake (cupcakes, pie, ice cream) after time capsule opening  Park Vendors 2.3 Volunteer/Community Support 2.4 Marketing plan- social media, website, print media 2.5 Sponsorships 2.6 Park details- layout, tent rental 3.0 New Business  Meeting schedule 4.0 Action Item Takeaways 5.0 Adjourn Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall April 15, 2026 RAEDA regular meeting 7:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Approval of Agenda 3.0 Approval of Minutes 3.1 Approval of March 18, 2026, minutes 3.2 Review and Approval of Financials 4.0 Committee Reports; if any 4.1 Social Media and Marketing  The Enterprise  Boomer’s Bash 4.2 Housing and Consumer Services 4.3 Workforce and Commercial Development 4.4 Events and Fundraising 5.0 Old Business 5.1 Spec Home update  Loan Update  Site readiness 5.2 Breakfast with Business/Community Leaders  Set next date- possibly Thursday evening at Powerhouse 5.3 New resident welcome basket 5.4 Fundraising – Cookbook  Victor Lundeens option 5.5 Childcare options 5.6 Boomer’s Bash 2026 6.0 New Business …

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall April 15, 2026 Approved Minutes Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:25 pm by President Steph Curtis. Other members present included Cecil Mosher, Stacy Honer, John Reber and Heather Weber. Guests present included Shane Balken and Heather Reber. 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Finalize Events  Parade route will likely follow the same route as in prior years. Weber will confirm with Jon Ophoven regarding any further needs regarding the parade.  3 on 3 BB Tournament is being overseen by Trevor Hone for grades 3-6 and will take place at the school Curtis will work on a registration form and confirm start times for the finalized schedule.  Movie at the school will not be held this year. Mosher will contact the school to advise them and thank them for offering the space.  Bean bag tournament is pending dependent on TC Club. Curtis has reached out to the TC Club for confirmation.  Concessions at Co-ed Tournament are not needed since the games will take place at East Park. Reber is overseeing the tournament and reports that three team captains have been identified. Curtis will provide a form for registration.  Kids Games- decide on inflatables. Motion by Honer, second by Reber to approve the rental of five inflatables at a cost of no more than $2,200. Motion carried. Curtis will work with the rental company to reserve the games. …

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Wed Apr 15, 2026

Economic Development Authority

Rothsay EDA plans Boomer’s Bash 2026 events and reviews spec-home loan

The Rothsay Economic Development Authority holds its April 15, 2026 meeting to finalize details for the Boomer’s Bash festival, including parade route, concessions, and park layout, and to receive updates on a spec-home loan and community-leader breakfast.

Finalize Boomer’s Bash parade route, 3-on-3 tournament, movie night, bean-bag tournament, concessions, kids’ inflatables, birthday cake, and park vendor setup
Decide on Boomer’s Bash 2026 meeting schedule
Review and approve March 18, 2026 meeting minutes and financials
Receive spec-home loan update and site-readiness report
Set next Breakfast with Business/Community Leaders date at Powerhouse

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall April 15, 2026 Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Finalize Events  Parade route  3 on 3 BB Tournament  Movie at the school  Bean bag tournament  Concessions at Co-ed Tournament  Kids Games- decide on inflatables  Birthday Cake (cupcakes, pie, ice cream) after time capsule opening  Park Vendors 2.3 Volunteer/Community Support 2.4 Marketing plan- social media, website, print media 2.5 Sponsorships 2.6 Park details- layout, tent rental 3.0 New Business  Meeting schedule 4.0 Action Item Takeaways 5.0 Adjourn Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall April 15, 2026 RAEDA regular meeting 7:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Approval of Agenda 3.0 Approval of Minutes 3.1 Approval of March 18, 2026, minutes 3.2 Review and Approval of Financials 4.0 Committee Reports; if any 4.1 Social Media and Marketing  The Enterprise  Boomer’s Bash 4.2 Housing and Consumer Services 4.3 Workforce and Commercial Development 4.4 Events and Fundraising 5.0 Old Business 5.1 Spec Home update  Loan Update  Site readiness 5.2 Breakfast with Business/Community Leaders  Set next date- possibly Thursday evening at Powerhouse 5.3 New resident welcome basket 5.4 Fundraising – Cookbook  Victor Lundeens option 5.5 Childcare options 5.6 Boomer’s Bash 2026 …

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall April 15, 2026 Approved Minutes Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:25 pm by President Steph Curtis. Other members present included Cecil Mosher, Stacy Honer, John Reber and Heather Weber. Guests present included Shane Balken and Heather Reber. 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Finalize Events  Parade route will likely follow the same route as in prior years. Weber will confirm with Jon Ophoven regarding any further needs regarding the parade.  3 on 3 BB Tournament is being overseen by Trevor Hone for grades 3-6 and will take place at the school Curtis will work on a registration form and confirm start times for the finalized schedule.  Movie at the school will not be held this year. Mosher will contact the school to advise them and thank them for offering the space.  Bean bag tournament is pending dependent on TC Club. Curtis has reached out to the TC Club for confirmation.  Concessions at Co-ed Tournament are not needed since the games will take place at East Park. Reber is overseeing the tournament and reports that three team captains have been identified. Curtis will provide a form for registration.  Kids Games- decide on inflatables. Motion by Honer, second by Reber to approve the rental of five inflatables at a cost of no more than $2,200. Motion carried. Curtis will work with the rental company to reserve the …

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Mon Apr 6, 2026

City Council

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CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING ROTHSAY CITY HALL APPROVED MINUTES April 6, 2026 @ 6:00 pm 1.0 Call to Order: The council meeting was called to order by Mayor Shane Balken at 6:00 p.m. Other Council Members present: Heather Weber, Matthew Balken, Daryl Schleeter, and Nathan Ziegler. Others present: Shirley Holland, Dana Holland, Jordan Barry, and Amanda Kuschel. 2.0 Rodeo Grounds Development: Discussion was held regarding the development plans. At 6:22 p.m., the meeting was closed to address matters related to the price per acre. 3.0 Adjourn: A MOTION to adjourn was made by Weber, seconded by Schleeter, and carried. The meeting adjourned at 6:43 pm. Respectfully Transcribed by, Amanda Kuschel City Clerk/Treasurer “The City of Rothsay is an equal opportunity employer and provider.”

Wed Mar 18, 2026

Economic Development Authority

EDA plans Boomer's Bash 2026 and reviews spec home loan

The Rothsay Areawide EDA will hold two meetings on March 18, 2026: a planning session for Boomer's Bash 2026 at 6:00 pm, followed by the regular EDA meeting at 7:00 pm. The regular meeting includes approving minutes and financials, reviewing the spec home loan and site readiness quote, discussing community events, and hearing from a UMN Extension guest.

Approval of invoice from Mistees Screen Printing and Graphic Design for logo development
Approval of mortgage registration tax
Spec Home update: loan update and site readiness quote from Jared Nordick
Boomer's Bash 2026 planning: parade route, 3-on-3 basketball, movie at FB field, bean bag tournament, concessions, kids games, birthday cake, park vendors
Guest: Fernando Quijano from UMN Extension

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✓ Decided: EDA approves reprinting 1976 cookbook, advances duplex loan

The Rothsay Areawide EDA approved reprinting the 1976 bicentennial cookbook at $13-$15 per copy for resale at $25, and approved several financial items including a $130 logo invoice and $734.10 mortgage registration fee. The EDA also requested blanket city council approval for future duplex construction expenses. The loan for the spec home is awaiting one final signature.

Approved $130 invoice for logo development (unanimous)
Approved $734.10 mortgage registration tax and cashier's check fee (unanimous)
Requested blanket approval from city council for all duplex construction expenses (unanimous)
Approved reprinting 1976 cookbook at $13-$15 per copy (unanimous)
Approved financial report with checking balance $13,579.45 and savings $9,589.96 (unanimous)
Approved February 18, 2026 minutes with two corrections (unanimous)

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall March 18, 2026 Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Final Logo 2.2 Finalize Events  Parade route  3 on 3 BB Tournament  Movie at the FB Field  Bean bag tournament  Concessions at Co-ed Tournament  Kids Games- decide on inflatables  Birthday Cake (cupcakes, pie, ice cream) after time capsule opening  Park Vendors 2.3 Volunteer/Community Support 2.4 Marketing plan 2.5 Sponsorships 3.0 New Business 3.1 Website updates 3.2 Park logistics  Map out park  Large tent 4.0 Action Item Takeaways 5.0 Adjourn Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall March 18, 2026 RAEDA regular meeting 7:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Approval of Agenda 3.0 Approval of Minutes 3.1 Approval of February 18, 2026, minutes 3.2 Review and Approval of Financials  Approval of invoice from Mistees Screen Printing and Graphic Design for logo development  Approval of mortgage registration tax 4.0 Committee Reports; if any 4.1 Social Media and Marketing  The Enterprise 4.2 Housing and Consumer Services 4.3 Workforce and Commercial Development 4.4 Events and Fundraising 6.0 Old Business 6.1 Spec Home update  Loan Update  Site readiness quote (Jared Nordick) 6.2 Breakfast with Business/Community Leaders  March 6 feedback, next date 6.3 New resident welcome b …

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall March 18, 2026 Approved Minutes Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order Meeting was called to order by President Stephanie Curtis at 6:01 pm. Other members present included Stacy Honer, John Reber, Rachel Haugrud and Heather Weber. Guests present included Diane Kunze and Breann Rosenthal. 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Final Logo Logo has been finalized by Misty Boots and is being used in social media posts. 2.2 Finalize Events Decisions need to be made on final schedule so that print materials can be finalized. We have confirmed there will be no car show this year.  Parade route is being handled by the fire department and J. Opehoven  3 on 3 BB Tournament has been confirmed and will be lead by Hone and Heier.  Movie at the FB Field may need to be left out of this year’s events. Park Region no longer has the outdoor movie set up. The school district will allow us to use the performance gym if we wish, but hosting the movie outdoors may be an issue without a quality projection set up due to lighting.  Bean bag tournament is still looking for a lead. Prairie Chix is not interested in hosting this event. We will reach out to TC’s for possible assistance.  Concessions at Co-ed Tournament to be decided.  Kids Games- decide on inflatables: Cost for 5 inflatables, delivery, set-up and tear-down will be $2,190.20. We would need to provide the volunteers …

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Wed Mar 18, 2026

City Council

Rothsay Areawide EDA plans Boomer’s Bash 2026 and reviews spec home updates

The Rothsay Areawide EDA is holding two meetings to plan events for Boomer’s Bash 2026 and conduct regular business. The body will discuss a spec home loan and site readiness quote from Jared Nordick.

Planning for Boomer’s Bash 2026 events including a parade, 3 on 3 BB Tournament, and movie at the FB Field
Approval of invoice from Mistees Screen Printing and Graphic Design for logo development
Approval of mortgage registration tax
Review of spec home loan and site readiness quote from Jared Nordick
Discussion of childcare options and a fundraising cookbook

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✓ Decided: City council grants blanket approval for duplex/townhome construction expenses

The council approved the February 18 financial report and several small expenditures, including a $130 logo invoice and a $734.10 mortgage registration tax. It also passed a blanket approval for all future duplex/townhome construction expenses. Additionally, the council authorized the reprinting of the 1976 bicentennial cookbook.

Approved financial report (checking $13,579.45, savings $9,589.96) – motion carried
Approved $130 invoice for logo development – motion carried
Approved $734.10 mortgage registration tax and cashier's check fee – motion carried
Granted blanket approval for all duplex/townhome construction expenses – motion carried
Approved reprint of 1976 cookbook by Victor Lundeen at $13‑$15 per copy – motion carried
Approved agenda – motion carried
Approved February 18, 2026 minutes – motion carried
Adjourned meeting – motion carried

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall March 18, 2026 Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Final Logo 2.2 Finalize Events  Parade route  3 on 3 BB Tournament  Movie at the FB Field  Bean bag tournament  Concessions at Co-ed Tournament  Kids Games- decide on inflatables  Birthday Cake (cupcakes, pie, ice cream) after time capsule opening  Park Vendors 2.3 Volunteer/Community Support 2.4 Marketing plan 2.5 Sponsorships 3.0 New Business 3.1 Website updates 3.2 Park logistics  Map out park  Large tent 4.0 Action Item Takeaways 5.0 Adjourn Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall March 18, 2026 RAEDA regular meeting 7:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Approval of Agenda 3.0 Approval of Minutes 3.1 Approval of February 18, 2026, minutes 3.2 Review and Approval of Financials  Approval of invoice from Mistees Screen Printing and Graphic Design for logo development  Approval of mortgage registration tax 4.0 Committee Reports; if any 4.1 Social Media and Marketing  The Enterprise 4.2 Housing and Consumer Services 4.3 Workforce and Commercial Development 4.4 Events and Fundraising 6.0 Old Business 6.1 Spec Home update  Loan Update  Site readiness quote (Jared Nordick) 6.2 Breakfast with Business/Community Leaders  March 6 feedback, next date 6.3 New resident welcome basket 6.4 Fundraisin …

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall March 18, 2026 Approved Minutes Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order Meeting was called to order by President Stephanie Curtis at 6:01 pm. Other members present included Stacy Honer, John Reber, Rachel Haugrud and Heather Weber. Guests present included Diane Kunze and Breann Rosenthal. 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Final Logo Logo has been finalized by Misty Boots and is being used in social media posts. 2.2 Finalize Events Decisions need to be made on final schedule so that print materials can be finalized. We have confirmed there will be no car show this year.  Parade route is being handled by the fire department and J. Opehoven  3 on 3 BB Tournament has been confirmed and will be lead by Hone and Heier.  Movie at the FB Field may need to be left out of this year’s events. Park Region no longer has the outdoor movie set up. The school district will allow us to use the performance gym if we wish, but hosting the movie outdoors may be an issue without a quality projection set up due to lighting.  Bean bag tournament is still looking for a lead. Prairie Chix is not interested in hosting this event. We will reach out to TC’s for possible assistance.  Concessions at Co-ed Tournament to be decided.  Kids Games- decide on inflatables: Cost for 5 inflatables, delivery, set-up and tear-down will be $2,190.20. We would need to provide the volunteers to run …

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Mon Mar 2, 2026

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approves $21,204 Wilkin County sheriff contract

The Rothsay City Council approved the 2026 Wilkin County Sheriff service contract for $21,204.23. They also approved several other items, including a $1,500 Pro-Sweep contract, $2,500 for street banners, and a motion to transfer the trust account to a CD. A counter-offer for a property purchase was discussed but not decided, and a personnel policy ordinance update was tabled to April.

Approved $21,204.23 Wilkin County Sheriff contract (carried)
Approved $1,500 Pro-Sweep contract (carried)
Approved $2,500 for 30 street banners (carried)
Approved transfer of trust account to CD (carried)
Approved consent agenda including Feb minutes and financials (carried)
Approved REC rental donation for Post Prom (carried)
Approved Emergency Management Plan (carried)
Approved Otter Tail County Hazardous Waste Contract (carried)

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1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 7.0 8.0 CITY COUNCIL MEETING ROTHSAY CITY HALL UNAPPROVED MINUTES March 2nd, 2026@ 7:00 pm Call to Order: The council meeting was called to order by Mayor Shane Balken at 7:00 p.m. Council Members present: Heather Weber, Daryl Schleeter, Nathan Ziegler, and Matthew Balken. Others present: Amanda Kuschel, Kellie Barry, Jordan Barry, Jacob Barry, Orville Anderson, John Redington, and Tony Harris. Public Forum: o Anderson counter-offered the Rothsay City Council with a $2,000.00 purchase price for 111 37 St NW. The city council will discuss the offer. Approval of Agenda: After one addition; a MOTION to approve was made by Weber, seconded by Schleeter. Carried. Approval of Consent Agenda: o Approval of February 2nd Meeting Minutes Approval of Fire Department Township Meeting Minutes Approval of February Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable EDA Minutes and Report Rothsay Fire Department Committee Reports Employee Reports A MOTION to approve was made by Ziegler, seconded by Weber. Carried. Committee, EDA, Fire, and Employee Action Items: 5.1 MRWA GPS Data/GIS Mapping: Budget $8,000.00 in 2027 for the software. 5.2 Post Prom REC Rental Donation: A MOTION to approve was made by Weber, seconded by Ziegler. Carried. 5.3 Elected Official Guide: A MOTION to approve was made by Schleeter, seconded by Ziegler. Carried. 5.4 Emergency Management Plan: A MOTION to approve was made by Ziegler, seconded by M. Balken. Carrie …

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Wed Feb 18, 2026

City Council

Rothsay EDA to plan Boomer's Bash and review financials

The Rothsay Areawide Economic Development Authority will meet to plan the Boomer's Bash 2026 event and review financial reports from January 2026. The council will also discuss a new resident welcome basket and childcare options.

Boomer's Bash 2026 planning meeting
Review and Approval of January 28, 2026, minutes
Review and Approval of Financials
Spec Home update
Breakfast with Business/Community Leaders - March 6

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✓ Decided: Council approved agenda, minutes and adjourned the meeting

The council voted to approve the meeting agenda with one addition. They also approved the January 28 and February 10, 2026 minutes. The meeting was then adjourned at 7:56 p.m.

Approved agenda with one addition (motion carried)
Approved Jan 28 & Feb 10, 2026 minutes (motion carried)
Adjourned meeting at 7:56 p.m. (motion carried)

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall February 18, 2026 Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Name update 3.0 New Business 3.1 New name and logo 3.2 Event plan - dates and deadlines 3.3 Volunteer/community support 3.4 Marketing plan 4.0 Action Item Takeaways 5.0 Adjourn Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall February 18, 2026 RAEDA regular meeting 7:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 6.0 7.0 8.0 9.0 Call to Order Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes 3.1 Approval of January 28, 2026, minutes 3.2 Review and Approval of Financials Committee Reports; if any 4.1 Social Media and Marketing 4.2 Housing and Consumer Services 4.3 Workforce and Commercial Development 4.4 Events and Fundraising Old Business 6.1 Spec Home update 6.2 Breakfast with Business/Community Leaders - March 6 6.3 New resident welcome basket 6.4 Fundraising — Cookbook 6.5 Childcare options 6.6 Boomer's Bash 2026 New Business 7.1 Guest: Fernando Quijano from UMN Extension 7.2 PARTNERS- BreAnn Rosenthal Action Item Takeaways Adjourn

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall February 18, 2026 Approved Minutes Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order Meeting was called to order by President Stephanie Curtis at 6:01. Other members present included Heather Weber and Cecil Mosher. Guests present: Trevor Hone and Diane Kunze. 2.0 Meeting Adjourned-No Quorum Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall February 18, 2026 Approved Minutes RAEDA regular meeting 7:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 Call to Order Meeting was called to order at 7:03 pm by President Stepanie Curtis. Other members present included Cecil Mosher, Heather Weber and John Reber. Guests present: Diane Kunze. Approval of Agenda Motion to approve the agenda with one addition by Reber, seconded by Mosher. Motion carried. Approval of Minutes 3.1 Approval of January 28, 2026 and February 10, 2026 minutes Motion to approve by Curtis, seconded by Reber. Motion carried. 3.2 Review and Approval of Financials No report. Committee Reports; if any 4.1 Social Media and Marketing Social media posts for Boomer’s Bash will be ramping up. Posts and marketing for the twin home and the WCI fund will also be scheduled. 4.2 Housing and Consumer Services Covered in 5.1 (Old Business) 4.3 Workforce and Commercial Development The Schleeter lot has mostly cleared with only a small amount of debris remaining. 4.4 Events and Fundraising Covered in 6.4 and 6.6 (Old Business …

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Wed Feb 18, 2026

Economic Development Authority

EDA plans Boomer's Bash 2026 and reviews housing, childcare, and marketing

The Rothsay Areawide EDA holds two meetings on February 18, 2026: a planning session for Boomer's Bash 2026 and a regular meeting. The regular meeting includes approving minutes and financials, committee reports, and old business items such as a spec home update, a breakfast with business leaders, a new resident welcome basket, a cookbook fundraiser, childcare options, and Boomer's Bash. New business features a guest from UMN Extension and a presentation from PARTNERS.

Boomer's Bash 2026 planning: new name and logo, event dates, volunteer support, marketing plan
Approval of January 28, 2026 minutes and financials
Spec Home update
Breakfast with Business/Community Leaders on March 6
Guest: Fernando Quijano from UMN Extension; PARTNERS presentation by BreAnn Rosenthal

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall February 18, 2026 Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Old Business 2.1 Name update 3.0 New Business 3.1 New name and logo 3.2 Event plan - dates and deadlines 3.3 Volunteer/community support 3.4 Marketing plan 4.0 Action Item Takeaways 5.0 Adjourn Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall February 18, 2026 RAEDA regular meeting 7:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 6.0 7.0 8.0 9.0 Call to Order Approval of Agenda Approval of Minutes 3.1 Approval of January 28, 2026, minutes 3.2 Review and Approval of Financials Committee Reports; if any 4.1 Social Media and Marketing 4.2 Housing and Consumer Services 4.3 Workforce and Commercial Development 4.4 Events and Fundraising Old Business 6.1 Spec Home update 6.2 Breakfast with Business/Community Leaders - March 6 6.3 New resident welcome basket 6.4 Fundraising — Cookbook 6.5 Childcare options 6.6 Boomer's Bash 2026 New Business 7.1 Guest: Fernando Quijano from UMN Extension 7.2 PARTNERS- BreAnn Rosenthal Action Item Takeaways Adjourn

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall February 18, 2026 Approved Minutes Boomer’s Bash 2026 Planning meeting 6:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order Meeting was called to order by President Stephanie Curtis at 6:01. Other members present included Heather Weber and Cecil Mosher. Guests present: Trevor Hone and Diane Kunze. 2.0 Meeting Adjourned-No Quorum Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall February 18, 2026 Approved Minutes RAEDA regular meeting 7:00 pm ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 Call to Order Meeting was called to order at 7:03 pm by President Stepanie Curtis. Other members present included Cecil Mosher, Heather Weber and John Reber. Guests present: Diane Kunze. Approval of Agenda Motion to approve the agenda with one addition by Reber, seconded by Mosher. Motion carried. Approval of Minutes 3.1 Approval of January 28, 2026 and February 10, 2026 minutes Motion to approve by Curtis, seconded by Reber. Motion carried. 3.2 Review and Approval of Financials No report. Committee Reports; if any 4.1 Social Media and Marketing Social media posts for Boomer’s Bash will be ramping up. Posts and marketing for the twin home and the WCI fund will also be scheduled. 4.2 Housing and Consumer Services Covered in 5.1 (Old Business) 4.3 Workforce and Commercial Development The Schleeter lot has mostly cleared with only a small amount of debris remaining. 4.4 Events and Fundraising Covered in 6.4 and 6.6 (Old Busin …

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Tue Feb 10, 2026

City Council

Rothsay Areawide EDA to discuss Prairie Days name and logo

The Rothsay Areawide EDA is holding a special meeting to address old business and action item takeaways. The primary topic of discussion is a name change and new logo for Prairie Days.

Prairie Days name change and new logo

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✓ Decided: Council adopts 'Boomer’s Bash' name and new logo for 2026 festival

The council officially adopted the name Boomer’s Bash for the 2026 town festival and approved the Prairie Chicken Capital logo for use. Misty Boots was tasked with creating the final logo based on the preliminary design. The meeting was adjourned at 6:20 p.m.

Adopted 'Boomer’s Bash' as the 2026 town festival name (motion carried)
Approved Prairie Chicken Capital logo for the festival (motion carried)
Assigned Misty Boots to create the final logo based on the preliminary design
Adjourned meeting at 6:20 p.m. (motion carried)

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall February 10, 2026 RAEDA Special meeting 5:30 p.m. ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Approval of Agenda 3.0 Old Business 3.1 Prairie Days name change and new logo 4.0 Action Item Takeaways 5.0 Adjourn

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall February 10, 2026 Approved Minutes RAEDA Special meeting 5:30 p.m. ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 Call to Order Meeting was called to order at 5:31 pm by Stephanie Curtis. Others present included Rachel Haugrud, Heather Weber and John Reber. Guests present: Misty Boots Approval of Agenda Motion to approve by Curtis, seconded by Weber. Motion carried. Old Business 3.1 Prairie Days name change and new logo Discussion on name change and new logo was held. Board members have received mixed feedback on potential names for the re-brand of Prairie Days. Various logos were also reviewed with discussions on each. Haugrud motioned to officially adopt the name of Boomer’s Bash for the 2026 town festival and the Prairie Chicken Capital logo for Misty Boots to design from, seconded by Reber. Motion carried. Action Item Takeaways Misty Boots will create a logo based on the preliminary logo approved for use in marketing, signage, etc. Adjourn Motion to adjourn at 6:20 pm by Reber, seconded by Haugrud. Motion carried.

Tue Feb 10, 2026

Economic Development Authority

EDA to consider Prairie Days name change and new logo

The Rothsay Areawide Economic Development Authority (RAEDA) is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on renaming Prairie Days and adopting a new logo. The agenda includes old business on this topic and a general action item review, with no other substantive items listed.

Prairie Days name change and new logo discussion

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall February 10, 2026 RAEDA Special meeting 5:30 p.m. ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 Call to Order 2.0 Approval of Agenda 3.0 Old Business 3.1 Prairie Days name change and new logo 4.0 Action Item Takeaways 5.0 Adjourn

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Rothsay Areawide EDA MEETING Rothsay City Hall February 10, 2026 Approved Minutes RAEDA Special meeting 5:30 p.m. ORDER OF AGENDA 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 Call to Order Meeting was called to order at 5:31 pm by Stephanie Curtis. Others present included Rachel Haugrud, Heather Weber and John Reber. Guests present: Misty Boots Approval of Agenda Motion to approve by Curtis, seconded by Weber. Motion carried. Old Business 3.1 Prairie Days name change and new logo Discussion on name change and new logo was held. Board members have received mixed feedback on potential names for the re-brand of Prairie Days. Various logos were also reviewed with discussions on each. Haugrud motioned to officially adopt the name of Boomer’s Bash for the 2026 town festival and the Prairie Chicken Capital logo for Misty Boots to design from, seconded by Reber. Motion carried. Action Item Takeaways Misty Boots will create a logo based on the preliminary logo approved for use in marketing, signage, etc. Adjourn Motion to adjourn at 6:20 pm by Reber, seconded by Haugrud. Motion carried.

Mon Feb 2, 2026

City Council

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ROTHSAY FIRE DEPARTMENT TOWNSHIPS MEETING Wednesday, February 2", 2026, at 6:00 pm Rothsay Fire Hall APPROVED MINUTES Township Officials Present: Brian Marquardt, Akron Twsp.; Peter Fjestad and Joel Piekarski, Carlisle Twsp.; Fred Hanson, Jr., Meadows Twsp.; Cary Danielson, Trondhjem Twsp.; and Brent Torkelson, Andrea Twsp. Others Present: Fire Department Members; Fire Chief, Jordan Barry; Assistant Fire Chiefs, Wes Zilmer and Cale Brandt; Safety Officer, John Ophoven; Mayor Shane Balken; Council Members, Heather Weber, Daryl Schleeter, and Nathan Ziegler; Amanda Kuschel. 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 Call to Order: Mayor Balken called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 2025 Fire Report: < Fire Chief Barry reported that the department had 97 calls in 2025. Seventeen fires, forty medicals, thirty-four rescues, and six mutual aids. Total calls per Township/City: Andrea Township: 3 Akron Township: 3 Manston Township: 0 Meadows Township: 1 Prairie View Township: 17 (Interstate 10) Tanberg Township: 15 (Interstate 12) Carlisle Township: 6 Oscar Township: 16 (Interstate 4) Trondhjem Township: 8 (Interstate 2) Rothsay: 22 (Interstate 1) < The Rothsay Fire Department was awarded the Gary Sinise Foundation Grant. The Fire Department purchased new auto extrication equipment with the grant money totaling $65,834.00. < The Fire Department also purchased a LUCAS CPR machine for $21,000.00. The money was raised through the pancake feed an …

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Wed Jan 28, 2026

Economic Development Authority

✓ Decided: EDA declines marketing proposal, advances Cluckfest planning

The Rothsay Areawide EDA voted to approve the agenda, prior minutes, and financials, and declined a marketing/grant proposal from 4t Creative & Growth Forge Studio. The board discussed updates on the spec home, Cluckfest 2026, and other projects, but took no other formal votes.

Approved agenda with one addition (motion carried)
Approved minutes of Dec 17, 2025 and Jan 21, 2026 (motion carried)
Approved financials: checking $16,081.75, savings $9,589.96 (motion carried)
Declined marketing/grant proposal from 4t Creative & Growth Forge Studio