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Sights of Summerfest
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Fence ordinance slated to change, scooters discussed
The Sleepy Eye City Council discussed the fence ordinance in the city code at their meeting on Aug. 12. The first reading was called for on amending the fence ordinance to change required setbacks on corner lots and on adjoining lots. City Attorney Alissa Groen also suggested a more detailed description of what constitutes a fence. The council asked her to research what other cities and the League of Cities have in their fence ordinances. She will bring the information to the next meeting when a second reading could be considered.
Funding approved for public school roof repair
The Sleepy Eye Public school board approved long-term facility maintenance funds during their Aug 13 meeting. The additional $2.5 million in bonded dollars will be reflected in the district’s levy and will cover repairs for the sections of the public school’s roof that have reached their life expectancy.
Minnesota FFA Association Names Hoffmann Executive Director
It is with great enthusiasm that the Minnesota FFA Adult Board of Directors announces the hiring of Mrs. Mary Hoffmann as the new Executive Director of the Minnesota FFA Association. Hoffmann assumed the role on August 18. Hoffmann brings three decades of experience in Agricultural Education and FFA, as well as immense passion and leadership to our organization. We are excited about the future of Minnesota FFA under her guidance.
Behind the scenes with the Sleepy Eye Regional Foundation
If you’ve ever stopped to admire the view of the Chief Sleepy Eye statue, or watched a visitor snap a picture with the Linus statue in front of the Dyckman Library, chances are you’re appreciating the work of the Sleepy Eye Regional Foundation.
Lake condition cancels ski show
From the Summerfest Facebook page: We’re sad to share that the Little Crow Water Ski Team will not be performing at Summerfest 2025. After much deliberation and with deep regret, their board decided the potential health risk to skiers—due to the waxing and waning presence of blue-green algae in our lake—was simply not worth it.
Summerfest embodies the heart of Sleepy Eye
Sleepy Eye’s upcoming Summerfest is gearing up to be as big and fun-filled as last year’s celebration, which nearly doubled the town’s population during its schedule of events.
Fischers named Brown County Farm Family of the Year
The Craig and Elizabeth Fischer family has been named Brown County Farm Family of the Year. They are slated to be recognized as such today (Aug. 7) at both the Brown County Fair and at Farmfest.
“Seussical” musical already selling out
Around 250 tickets have been purchased for the Sleepy Eye Community Theater’s upcoming production of “Seussical Junior: The Musical.” The cast includes second through ninth graders from Sleepy Eye, Springfield, and New Ulm, all of whom have been giving the two-week rehearsal process everything they’ve got, according to director Samarah Forster.