New times for Olmsted County Board of Commissioners meetings in 2023

New times for Olmsted County Board of Commissioners meetings in 2023

New times for Olmsted County Board of Commissioners meetings in 2023

The Olmsted County Board of Commissioners will be holding their twice monthly public board meetings at different times beginning in 2023. The first meeting of the month will be held at 10 a.m. (was 9 a.m.), and the second meeting of the month will occur at 6 p.m. (was 3 p.m.). 

County board approves 10-year Solid Waste Management Plan

County board approves 10-year Solid Waste Management Plan

County board approves 10-year Solid Waste Management Plan

The approved 2022- 2032 Solid Waste Management Plan will serve as a roadmap to capture value from waste produced by the community. It enhances existing programs and paves the way toward a more sustainable future by implementing strategies that will achieve positive environmental, social, and economic outcomes.

Friends of Oxbow receives $100K from Mayo Clinic for new nature center capital campaign

Friends of Oxbow receives $100K from Mayo Clinic for new nature center capital campaign

Friends of Oxbow receives $100K from Mayo Clinic for new nature center capital campaign

Friends of Oxbow was recently awarded $100,000 of grant funding by Mayo Clinic to support its fundraising efforts for the new Oxbow Park nature center in Byron, Minnesota.

Olmsted County celebrates County, City, Tribal, and State Health and Human Services Worker Day

Olmsted County celebrates County, City, Tribal, and State Health and Human Services Worker Day

Olmsted County celebrates County, City, Tribal, and State Health and Human Services Worker Day

On this day, we celebrate the dedication of Olmsted County employees who improve our health, protect vulnerable people, and provide outstanding public services.

New video showcases One Olmsted

New video showcases One Olmsted

Olmsted County’s diversity, equity, and inclusion initiative

New video showcases One Olmsted

Olmsted County’s diversity, equity, and inclusion initiative

A new video about One Olmsted -- our county's diversity, equity, and inclusion initiative -- explains some of the work the county is doing to build strong community partnerships to help make Olmsted County an even better place – a diverse, welcoming place where diversity is celebrated, and inclusion is a way of life. 

Sheila Kiscaden receives President’s Award from the Association of Minnesota Counties

Sheila Kiscaden receives President’s Award from the Association of Minnesota Counties

Sheila Kiscaden receives President’s Award from the Association of Minnesota Counties

Each year, the AMC president selects an individual (or individuals) to receive this award for exemplary leadership in public service.

Sheila Kiscaden receives President’s Award from the Association of Minnesota Counties

Sheila Kiscaden receives President’s Award from the Association of Minnesota Counties

Sheila Kiscaden receives President’s Award from the Association of Minnesota Counties

Each year, the AMC president selects an individual (or individuals) to receive this award for exemplary leadership in public service.

Care tips for upper respiratory infections in children

Care tips for upper respiratory infections in children

Care tips for upper respiratory infections in children

As holiday time is upon us, Olmsted County anticipates seeing an increase in colds, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), flu, and COVID-19 infections. In many cases, kids can be safely cared for at home. Parents should contact their primary care team if they have concerns and keep their child at home until symptoms improve. If a child tests positive for COVID-19, follow isolation guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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