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MN SIGNATURE CARE CALL HALT TO ASSISTED LIVING PROJECT

The sustained increase of prices for materials and new construction have continued to delay the start of the proposed Assisted Living Community in Slayton, MN. “Materials, labor availability, and labor costs continue to be the primary driver of cost increases with select items seeing historic highs,” says Matt Pallansch, President of MN Signature Care.

MURRAY COUNTY FOUNDATION AWARDS $1,000 GRANT HELPS SHETEK LUTHERAN CAMP WITH WATER PIPE DAMAGE

At some point this past summer, the Shetek Lutheran Camp suffered a broken pipe and resulting water leakage. It took some time and expense to identify the problem and find the broken pipe. The Camp and the Murray County Foundation collaborate on various youth development programs such as winter recreation and Ecology and Environment Camp. The Foundation Board decided to help the Camp with a $1,000 grant. Foundation Vice President, Judy LaBoda, presented the award to Camp Director and noted that: “The Camp is a valued asset in Murray County. It is also a positive force for youth development and environmental education in the community.” The Camp is still in need of funds for costs associated with the damage, so others are invited to help by contacting the Camp.

COMMISSIONERS HEAR MEDICAL CENTER REPORT

The Murray County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, October 04, 2022. Murray County Medical Center CEO, Luke Schryvers, presented his monthly report of activities. A September 12 interview with a potential provider went well and an offer was presented to her. However, she has received several other offers to consider with a decision to be made by the end of October. She will not complete her studies until 2023. The City of Slayton has asked for exploration of other options to finance ambulance purchases after a request was made for a rate increase. Based on population the rate falls heavily on the city. There is a remaining balance of $635,000 in Covid grants that can be used for purchases. MCMC has been selected to participate in the Center for Optimizing Rural Health program to improve quality of care and address the challenges of rural health care. September was a strong month ending with a positive net income.

MURRAY COUNTY HOME INITIATIVE TO OFFER TAX ABATEMENT ON NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION

SLAYTON – Beginning in January 2023, those who construct a new single-family home, duplex or multi-family complex in Murray County could be eligible for a tax abatement for up to five years. Murray County Commissioners in August approved the Murray County Home Initiative, which offers a tax abatement on the county’s portion of increased real estate taxes that are a result of new home construction.

FSA YOUTH LOANS

The Farm Service Agency (FSA) makes loans to youth to establish and operate agricultural income-producing projects in connection with 4-H clubs, FFA and other agricultural groups. Projects must be planned and operated with the help of the organization advisor, produce sufficient income to repay the loan and provide the youth with practical business and educational experience. The maximum loan amount is $5,000.

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THE LONE EAGLE: THE FLIGHT OF CHARLES LINDBERGH

The year, 2020, marked the 95th anniversary of Charles Lindbergh’s historic non-stop, solo flight across the Atlantic from New York to Paris. To commemorate this historic event, Historical Experiences, Inc. brings to you . . .