The City of Graettinger would like to congratulate Addison Hansen, daughter of Ashley Hansen and Jon Hansen, she won the Irish Miss title at the recent St. Pat's Pageant in Emmetsburg. Addison is the granddaughter of Kevin and Tami Jensen, Pam Studer, Sue Jensen, Gene and Laurie Studer and Jerry and Marlene Hansen. Pictured to the left of Addison is Olivia Moen-daughter of Joey & Michelle Moen of Graettinger who was also in the competition. Also pictured is Vivienne Olesen, daughter of Chris and Cassie Olesen, who won Little Miss Shamrock at the St. Patrick's Pageant in Emmetsburg. Grandparents are Ronda and Steve Olesen, Dee Roseboom and Gary DeRaad, and Howard and Lori Houtsma. Congratulations girls! The City of Graettinger are proud of all your hard work.
The City of Graettinger would like to thank The Palo Alto County Gaming Development Corporation for the grants we received this last Friday. These grants make our community stronger and gives us the opportunity to make improvements to our beautiful town.
The Graettinger Fire Department this Sunday, February 26th, 2023 for a Pancake Breakfast. Serving: Pancakes, Sausage, Eggs, Juice, Milk & Coffee from 8 am-Noon.
Adults $10. Kids $7. Preschool age and younger free.
104 N. Washington Ave, Graettinger Iowa 51342
IT'S THAT TIME OF THE YEAR ... spring is right around the corner !! The City of Graettinger would like to remind everyone of the 2023 GT Little League Registration.
All boys and girls in 4 year old preschool (M-W-F) to 6th Grade are eligible to participate.
You will need to fill out one form for each child.
Any questions e-mail amandajmart@gmail.com or message our GT Little League FB page.
ALL registrations must be turned in by Wednesday, March 8th.
Any registrations turned in after March 8th will have a $20 late fee charged per child.
The City of Graettinger would like to remind everyone to not park vehicles on city streets during a snowstorm so we can accommodate our snow plow drivers. Our city workers do an amazing job keeping our streets cleared and appreciate your help at making their job a little easier.
The City of Graettinger would like to congratulate all of our student athletes and coaches on a job well done! It's been fun watching you accomplish all your goals and we look forward to another season next year.
New face at City Hall
Kara Currans has taken the position of Deputy City Clerk for the City of Graettinger. She has worked for the PACH for the last twenty years in many of the departments, the last being behavioral health. Kara, wife of Shamus, says she wanted to try something new and likes the idea of having a more active role in the Graettinger community. She loves Graettinger and looks forward to working with the locals.
Kara and Shamus have four children, Cormick, Cael, Corrine, and Case, who are looking forward to mom being in town. Kara herself is one of 10 kids. She is the granddaughter of Bob and Elaine Schany, and it was through her grandparents she met Shamus. She would come to Iowa to help her grandparents and ended up meeting her future husband. They flew back and forth between Denver and Spencer for months during their courtship, she lived in Denver and worked at United Airlines, but soon she was to become a farmer’s wife.
Kara says she sees this job as an opportunity to learn different administrative bodies within the community. "Health care I know, government policies, not so much."
Though this interview was on her second day, she said she's already learned a lot and it will be nice to work with Sandy and learn the ropes before she retires. Sandy Henderson, City Clerk, will be retiring this June.
Kara brings a vast knowledge of computers and is a great multi-tasker and organizer. She will be learning about grant writing and is currently working with AARP on a grant to improve recreation for the city. Kara is realizing all the responsibilities that a part of the day-to-day responsibilities that come with the City Clerk position.
Kara admits she has a lot to learn but her positive attitude and enthusiasm, along with her love of Graettinger ,will make her a great fit in the City Clerk role.
Please stop in and welcome Kara in her new role.
Jason Joyce and Brian Jackson, co-treasurers for the Graettinger Business Club presented GTRA band director Zach Witherspoon $100 for the program in appreciation for entertainment during the Holiday Stroll in December.
Check out the Market's lunch menu for this week. They start serving at 11 until it's all gone.
Bank Plus employees enjoyed coffee time at the Library on Thursday morning.
Check out the Market's lunch menu for this week. They start serving at 11 until it's all gone.
Check out the Market's lunch menu for this week. They start serving at 11 until it's all gone.
Tonight is the night!!! Be sure to come downtown Graettinger and check out all of our local businesses.
Be sure to check out Curran's Plumbing & Heating who will be posted up at the American Legion.
Interested? You can apply by submitting the information below.
A completed application, along with a resume and a cover letter, must be returned to the City clerk or mailed to Graettinger City Council, PO Box 23, Graettinger, Iowa 51342 by Wednesday, January 4, 2023. Applications accepted until position filled.
Need more information? Follow the link below!
https://www.graettinger.net/article/916831
Save the date!!
Cars may begin parking on Mainstreet between Cedar and South Washington St. starting at 5:00pm. ** Mainstreet will be blocked off to provide a safe environment for families to attend**
We look forward to seeing you at these events on October 31st from 5:30 to 7:30.
The water leak in Graettinger has been found, Thanks everyone for your help!
NOTICE TO GRAETTINGER BUSINESSES AND RESIDENTS AND BUSINESSES!
The city is looking for a water leak in the community , if you see water bubbling out of the ground or have low water pressure and discolored water, please call city hall. 712-859-3742. Thank you for your help!
The City of Graettinger receives a new 524 John Deere payloader. Thanks to the Palo Alto County Gaming Development Corporation. The funds from PACGDC and Local Option Sales tax were used to purchase the new payloader. Pictured is city employees Brad Anderson and Gary Harris, with salesman Bruce Stover from Murphy Tactor of Fort Dodge.
Graettinger Municipal Utilities Flushing Hydrants
Graettinger Municipal Utilities will be flushing Fire hydrants starting on Monday, October 3, 2022, until finished! Flushing will start west of the railroad tracks the first three days and finish on the last two days east of the railroad tracks.
Residents are encouraged to check their water before doing any laundry!
Thanks
Bryon Petersen
