As the holiday season approaches, our community has a wonderful opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of local families facing economic challenges. The Adopt a Family program is back, and we're calling on our generous community to join us in spreading joy and creating memorable moments for those in need.
This will affect your 2024 property taxes and eligibility for a property tax refund
This will affect your 2024 property taxes and eligibility for a property tax refund
The December 31, 2023 deadline to file for homestead for taxes payable in 2024 is quickly approaching. If your property is not currently homesteaded, find out if you may qualify and what you must do to change the homestead status of your property.
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Property owners wanting to learn more about county budget information are invited to attend a public hearing, the Truth in Taxation meeting, at the Olmsted County Government Center Board Room on December 7, 2023, at 6 p.m.
Olmsted County offices will be closed Friday, November 10, 2023, in observance of Veterans Day. Regular business hours will resume Monday, November 13, 2023.
On Tuesday, November 7, 2023, the Olmsted County Board of Commissioners passed an ordinance prohibiting the smoking and vaping of cannabis in public places.
For the second consecutive year, Olmsted County is participating in "Operation Green Light" in honor of the approaching Veterans Day holiday. Beginning Monday, November 6 through Sunday, November 12, 2023, the lights in the Government Center Rotunda will be illuminated green to honor veterans.
Do you live with a mental illness or have a family member who does? Share your experience and knowledge by joining the Olmsted County Adult Mental Health Local Advisory Council! An informational meeting is being held Thursday, November 9, 2023 from 12:30 to 2 pm. at Family Service Rochester (4600 18th Ave NW, Rochester). A light lunch and refreshments will be available.
Olmsted County Public Health Services has launched a new program to provide free pasteurized donor human milk to breastfeeding and chestfeeding families in need.
Minnesota is the 23rd state in the nation to legalize cannabis use for people 21 and older. As this legislation rolls out statewide, Olmsted County Commissioner Laurel Podulke-Smith will be playing an important role as a member of the Cannabis Advisory Council. Podulke-Smith was appointed to serve in this role by the Association of Minnesota Counties’ Executive Committee.