Greenfield NewsLocal news for Greenfield, MN continually updated from thousands of sources on the web.Revamped Hennepin dial-a-ride serves anyone, including seniors- January 30, 2008 The Metropolitan Council has changed some local dial-a-ride services affecting 16 west metro communities in Hennepin County, including Greenfield, Independence, Loretto, Medina, Champlin Dayton, Maple Grove, ... via Larson Publicationshttp://www.topix.net/city/greenfield-mn/2008/01/revamped-hennepin-dial-a-ride-serves-anyon... Loretto, Independence Meals on Wheels expected to resume soon- January 28, 2008 "These people are willing to make a commitment and to volunteer their time" Deliveries of Meals on Wheels to homebound seniors in Loretto and Independence are likely to resume the second week in February, said Gail Sinkel, director of the Delano Senior Center, in a Jan. via Larson Publicationshttp://www.topix.net/city/greenfield-mn/2008/01/loretto-independence-meals-on-wheels-expec... West metro cities share achievements, plans- January 26, 2008 "If you could change one thing about your neighboring city, what would it be" The I-94 West Chamber of Commerce, which recently merged with the Northwest Suburban Chamber, recently hosted a State of the Cities lunch meeting at the Medina Entertainment Center. via Larson Publicationshttp://www.topix.net/city/greenfield-mn/2008/01/west-metro-cities-share-achievements-plans... Albright offers advice for the next president- January 24, 2008 Part of: Campaign 2008 President, U.S. Senate, Congress, and the Minnesota House of Representatives are the major races in the campaign of 2008. via Minnesota Public Radiohttp://www.topix.net/city/greenfield-mn/2008/01/albright-offers-advice-for-the-next-presid... Mayor, regional leaders review achievements, outline goals- January 23, 2008 "They also received a 2% increase for one year and a 1% increase for the following year. It may seem small, but with education being the largest percentage of the state's budget, you can see how it adds up to significant dollars." It was a night of review during the Dayton City Council meeting as Mayor Doug Anderson delivered a State of the City address. via Larson Publicationshttp://www.topix.net/city/greenfield-mn/2008/01/mayor-regional-leaders-review-achievements... District court dismisses suits filed by former Greenfield administrator- January 19, 2008 Lawsuits filed against both the city of Greenfield and its mayor, Jill Krout, by a previous city administrator were recently dismissed in district court. via Larson Publicationshttp://www.topix.net/city/greenfield-mn/2008/01/district-court-dismisses-suits-filed-by-fo... Indiana Joins The Great Lakes Compact Bill- January 18, 2008 The Indiana state Senate unanimously passed a bill Thursday calling for Indiana to join a regional compact intended to prevent water-thirsty states from tapping into the Great Lakes' water supply.The bill, which passed the Senate 47-0, now heads to the Indiana House for consideration.Sen. Beverly Gard, R-Greenfield, said both the state's business community and environmentalists have expressed "overwhelming support" for her bill.She said drought-stricken states are already seeking to purchase...http://www.topix.net/city/greenfield-mn/2008/01/indiana-joins-the-great-lakes-compact-bill... Recycling Commission dissolves; cities take over recycling programs- January 12, 2008 "Curbside recycling has become routine for nearly 65% of residents" The West Hennepin Recycling Commission was dissolved on Dec. 31, and its member cities took over recycling programs. via Larson Publicationshttp://www.topix.net/city/greenfield-mn/2008/01/recycling-commission-dissolves-cities-take... |