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Farmington mayor wants less talk, more action in 2013

Farmington mayor Todd Larson has a pretty simple goal for 2013. His goal is to set goals. And not just any goals, either. In 2013, Larson wants to see the Farmington City Council really take time to...

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Farmington's new fire engine should come early in 2013

Christmas has come and gone, but there's still one really big present coming for the Farmington Fire Department - a new fire truck. It's not one of those little toy ones, either. By the end of...

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New era begins in Dakota County

When Mike Slavik was first elected to the Hastings City Council in 2006, his parents breathed a sigh of relief. Finally, that political science degree he'd earned at St. John's University was going to...

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Routine business on agenda for first meeting of 2013

The Farmington City Council has a new member, though he's not a stranger around city hall. Doug Bonar was sworn in last week as the newest Farmington council member, along with mayor Todd Larson and...

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Fields set for 2013 township elections

Once again, Empire township's elections should bring little surprise the morning after. But Castle Rock and Eureka? Well, that might be something different.  Talk about this topic

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Farmington new-home construction shows signs of life

Looking ahead at 2013, Farmington building official Ken Lewis is cautiously optimistic about what he sees in the city's new-construction future. With six plan reviews in progress since the beginning...

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Planning will wait for Farmington's largest park

The city of Farmington will hold off on planning its largest park, but that doesn't mean the park will be built if the opportunity presents itself. At their Jan. 22 meeting, Farmington City Council...

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Backyard chickens back on Farmingotn council agenda

It's been over a year since the Farmington City Council last talked about allowing residents to keep chicken coops in their yards, but the topic is coming up again at Monday's meeting.  Talk about...

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Chicken issue comes home to roost in Farmington

Chickens may be allowed on residential lots after all, thanks to the efforts of a group of teenage 4Hers. At the very least, the teens have convinced the Farmington City Council to take another look...

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Business growth in Farmington a priority in 2013

Economic development is a phrase everyone says, everyone hears and everyone wants. But there's been little consensus in Farmington about how to make economic development a reality.  Talk about this...

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Economic development: Farmington's groundwork started in 2012

The city of Farmington is kicking off a new economic development plan this month, one that hopefully will bring new commercial and industrial business to the community.  Talk about this topic

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Economic development: City of Farmington makes plans to draw in business

Bringing new business into the community is often easier said than done, but a renewed commitment by the city of Farmington may make that process a little easier.  Talk about this topic

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Open to Business offers resources to bring new business to Farmington

Laurie Crow knows the excitement and the apprehension of opening a new business on her own. She's a two-time business owner herself, and she's got plenty of insight to share through her new role with...

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Economic development: City of Farmington will consider subsidies

The old saying "put your money where your mouth is" might be part of the key to bringing new businesses to Farmington. City officials have talked for years about the need to bring new commercial and...

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Economic development: Block grants may draw business

While the Farmington Economic Development Authority has been working its way through a new Business Subsidy Policy, a few funding options already exist to bring business to town.  Talk about this topic

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Farmington council starts laying out goals

Sometimes, you just have to get it all out on the table, and that's what the Farmington City Council has been doing this month. Over the course of two workshops, council members have brought a number...

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Economic development: Farmington works to keep businesses in town

Since word of mouth is often one of the best advertising tools, the city of Farmington wants to make sure current business owners have lots of good things to say.  Talk about this topic

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Farmington EDA will offer scholarships for seniors

Quite a few new members joined the Rambling River Center when it moved to its current location on Oak Street, but quite a few others ended their memberships. A scholarship program approved by the...

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Nominate homes for preservation award now

May is Historic Preservation Month and the Farmington Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) is pleased to announce its annual "Farmington Heritage Preservation Award."

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Proposed ordinance may target aesthetics in Farmington

Is your neighbor's house an eyesore? Well, there may be some help coming your way. At a Feb. 25 workshop, the Farmington City Council asked city administrator David McKnight to start the process of...

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