I am one week away from
completing my first year as Mayor of Olivia and it has been a learning
experience to say the least. I have
learned more about streets and sewers and sanitary systems than I ever thought
possible. I’ve learned about waste
water, runoff water, lift stations, pump stations and a lot about budgets. I also learned what it takes to run a
city. The most important commodity the
city of Olivia has is its employees. We
are fortunate to have a very dedicate work force. That is why at the end of every year I am
Mayor I would like to recognize those city employees who have reached a n employment
milestone. For 2011, they include: Kathy
Herdina with 30 years of service, Marsha Brandt with 15 years of service, Shad
Evenson with 15 years of service, Michelle Jensen with 15 years of service and
Daniel Reinert with 5 years of service.
I and all the citizens of Olivia truly appreciate their work for our
city and acknowledge their achievement.
Thank you and thanks to all our city employees and I look forward to
working with you in 2012.
Friday, December 23, 2011
Sunday, December 18, 2011
Christmas Greetings
This
is my first Christmas as mayor and it is indeed a merry one. The City of Olivia
is able to cut down and chop up all the trees damaged by the July storms
instead of moving snow which is our usual December activity. As a holiday traveler I appreciate the clear
highways and the ease of getting around to our many destinations. I am sure the snow will eventually be upon us
and it will force us to stop. School
will be late or cancelled. We will just have to let it snow, and then will dig
out like we do every winter. We will
then enjoy all our snow activities. This
week, however, I will enjoy the brown Christmas, it doesn’t happen too
often.
My
wish is for everyone to have a safe and Merry Christmas. Enjoy every moment with your loved ones,
treasure those near and send the warmest of blessings to those far from you
during this Holiday Season. Drive
safely, and remember every destination will still be there in another few
minutes so we want to see everyone after the Holidays.
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