Opinion

Letter: A band shell would extend Ritz’s Patton Park legacy

Sep 26, 2018
To the editor: As a former Lake Citian, I’ve been able to re-visit Patton Park. When driving or walking by I “see and hear” Ritz’s (Steve Ritzenthaler’s) marching band. They came marching by the park on Water Ski Days with their newest routine. How many different uniforms over so many years?...

Letter: Highway will help city move forward

Sep 26, 2018
To the editor: Walking outside is the easiest no-cost method of active living and Lake City has one of the most beautiful lake shores to view doing this. However, because of the difficulty of crossing Highway 61 and no sidewalk on the west side, I rarely enjoy seeing the lake on my regular walks....

Letter: Hwy. 61, band shell comments

Sep 26, 2018
To the editor: Some comments on recent issues: We completely agree with the decision to improve the band shell in Patton Park. There is no place better suited on the lakefront. We want to point out the need for traffic signal lights at the corner of Grant Street (Goodhue County Highway 5) and...

Letter: Proud of city cleanup effort

Sep 26, 2018
To the editor: We would like to thank Bruce Wallerich, Streets and Parks Supervisor, and his band of merry men for the exemplary work they did on Friday, September 21, following the wind storm in Lake City. They were efficient, pleasant, hard working and skilled in what they do. Lake City should...

Halvorson: Sense growing less common

Sep 26, 2018
When we were kids if we asked the folks a question we were usually referred to “the big book.” In those days it was rare to find any kind of reference books in homes, they were mostly in schools or libraries. Where it came from I have no idea but we had this large book that was a complete book of...

Letter: Trouble Spot’s identified

Sep 19, 2018
I’m back with more comments from the sidelines and with too much time on my hands. I won’t beat around the bush but after seeing my fourth person this year - two kids on bikes and two older women at separate trouble areas in one of many sidewalks, they need real attention. One serious accident is...

Halvorson: Roughing it isn’t what it used to be

Sep 19, 2018
The older I get the more important the creature comforts become. Camping used to mean a sleeping bag under the stars. That was back when I was asked to assume the task of girl scout leader. In those days you didn’t need much training, today it’s much more complicated.Growing up in a large family...

Mayor: Environmental commission up and running

Sep 19, 2018
To the editor: Earlier this year our City Council chartered an Environmental Commission to recommend strategies and supporting projects related to improving Lake City’s environment. The nine-person team, consisting of Chairman Jim Schreck, Secretary Tom Lundahl, Bob Parrott, Dennis Hatleli,...

Letter: More than just a highway

Sep 19, 2018
To the editor: Lake City is going through exciting times. We have the opportunity to make some much-needed changes to our beautiful city and focus on ensuring its bright future. The Highway 61 Reconstruction Project scheduled for 2020 is way more than just an updated highway. It’s a chance to...

Letter: Bike communer will appreciate three-lane

Sep 19, 2018
To the editor: As a three season bicycling commuter between my home on the north end of Lake City and the Public Works building on the south end, I often ride Highway 61 on my way home. I follow the Mississippi River Trail (MRT) through downtown which follows the lake shore and does not run on...

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