mike goggin

Ribbon cut, road re-open

Nov 4, 2020

Highway 61 in Lake City ceremonially reopened Thursday, Oct. 29, with a ribbon cutting ceremony, then it reopened for real. Michelle Larson, executive director of the Lake City Chamber of Commerce, was the emcee for the afternoon gathering of of local officials, representatives of the Minnesota...

Lake City receives $1.6 million for Ohuta breakwater, Hok-Si-La utility connection

Oct 21, 2020

Two Lake City requests received funding in the 2020 Minnesota bonding bill passed by the state legislature and expected to be signed by Gov. Tim Walz this week. The $1.9 billion bill includes $587,000 to design, engineer, and construct a water and sewer connection from Hok-Si-La to the City of...

Compare state senate candidates on climate and healthcare issues

Oct 21, 2020

When comparing the candidates for MN Senate District 21 there are several things you should consider. On the issue of climate change: Mike Goggin who is a project manager for the Prairie Island Nuclear Power Plant has: a. publicly stated that man is not responsible for any climate change issues b...

Goggin should be informed on all issues affecting constituents

Jul 22, 2020

I believe that Minnesotans look out for each other. We expect our elected leadership to support us through navigating crises together, regardless of the color of our skin or our socioeconomic status. This week, I attended a meeting. I want to believe my current State Sen. Mike Goggin is a leader....

Let Minneapolis be Minneapolis

Mar 4, 2020

To the editor: I write this from the comfort and safety of the Hennepin County Library near Lake Street in Minneapolis, just down the road from Bde Maka Ska. A local peace officer is milling around, chatting with acquaintances. Like many Lake City residents, I work in the metropolitan area, due...

Chamber visits Capitol

Mar 4, 2020

The Lake City Chamber of Commerce staff and volunteers spent the end of last week at Chamber Day at the Capitol, an event hosted by the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce. The event gives chambers an opportunity to speak to state legislators, fellow chambers, and business partners, according to a news...

Kittelson announces state senate run

Feb 20, 2020

Roger Kittelson pledges to put agricultural know-how and other life experiences to work for Minnesota Senate District 21 residents. The rural Goodhue resident announced his candidacy Monday. Describing himself as an Independent Democrat, he said he has spoken with both parties about his candidacy...

Goggin, Haley announce Lake City event

Jan 15, 2020

State Representative Barb Haley (R-Red Wing) and State Senator Mike Goggin (R-Red Wing) announced today that they will be holding a constituent conversation in Lake City on Wednesday, Jan. 29. The event will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Marien’s Deli, 716 W. Lyon Ave., in Lake City. The...

Tenneco honors veterans on staff

Nov 13, 2019

On Veterans Day Tenneco held a special event for their employees who served in the United States Armed Forces. State Rep. Steve Drazkowski and State Sen. Mike Goggin joined the group to honor those who have served. Managers served the employees a prime rib lunch from Huettl’s Meats and dessert...

Bills could deliver $2.67 million for local projects

May 23, 2019

Companion bills authored by State Rep. Barb Haley and State Sen. Mike Goggin have put Lake City in the running for state bonding money, possibly for the first time. The bills seek an appropriation of up to $2.67 million to fund “recreational activities, and address storm water mitigation and...