City of Graettinger - Small Town, Big Heart

It's here!!!!! The Graettinger Holiday Stroll on December 4, 2024! It’s a fun-filled evening of festive activities, local traditions, and community cheer. Here's what you can look forward to: ✨ Cookie & Ornament Decorating Let your creativity shine at the City Library! 🐑 Live Nativity at Fahnestock Park Experience the magic of the season with a beautiful live nativity scene featuring real animals – it’s sure to warm your heart. 🚂 Wagon & Train Rides Hop on for a nostalgic wagon ride pulled by horses or let the kids enjoy a fun train ride around town. It’s a perfect way to see the sights of Graettinger! 🍔 Food & Drawings at Local Businesses Taste the flavors of the season with delicious treats and warm meals from local vendors, plus enter drawings at participating businesses for your chance to win exciting prizes. 🎅 Meet Santa & Mrs. Claus No holiday event is complete without a visit from the jolly old man in red! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be ready to hear your wish list and spread some festive cheer. It’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate with friends, make new ones, and kick off the holiday season in Graettinger! Don’t miss out on this wonderful community tradition. 📅 Mark your calendar and join us for a magical evening of fun!

Celebrate the holidays with BANK PLUS in Graettinger. Holiday Open House on Wednesday, December 4th, 10am - 3pm Join us for refreshments and door prizes!

We are thankful for our community members and wish you and your family nothing but the best this Thanksgiving and throughout the holiday season. City Hall Thanksgiving week hours Monday- Wednesday 8-12pm and 1-4:30. Office will be closed Thursday and Friday.

Dear Graettinger Community, As we continue to support the success and well-being of our students at GTRA School, we are reaching out to ask for your help. GTRA is currently collecting donations of new or gently used items that will directly benefit our kids—They will be collecting for our Terrill Closet. The items are needs that will enrich their educational experience. Your generous contributions can make a huge difference in the lives of our students.

Attention Graettinger residents: City Hall will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29. We will reopen on Monday, December 2, with hours from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM. Wishing everyone a wonderful and safe holiday!

I would like to extend a sincere thank you to the City of Graettinger Light Plant for their quick and dedicated response last night. Thanks to their hard work and expertise, we were able to restore power to our residents within the hour, despite the unexpected challenge posed by a squirrel causing some trouble. Your team's professionalism and commitment to keeping our community safe and connected are truly appreciated!

Graettinger residents.. We are aware that the lights are currently out on the north side of town, and our team is actively working to restore power as quickly as possible. We understand this is an inconvenience, and we appreciate your patience as we work to get everything back up and running. Thank you for your understanding – we’ll keep you updated as we make progress!

This meeting has been moved to the Graettinger Library !!!! Join us in Graettinger for a special opportunity to connect with your government! United States Senator Joni K. Ernst' office is hosting a "Traveling Office Hour" where citizens can ask questions and discuss concerns related to federal services. This is your chance to voice your needs and learn how to navigate government processes effectively. Whether you have inquiries about federal programs, assistance, or just want to share your thoughts, we’re here to help. Don’t miss this valuable chance to engage directly with our Senator's office staff and ensure your voice is heard! Senator Ernst office staff will be available for questions on Nov 13, 2024 from 11am-12. We look forward to seeing you there!

Graettinger Holiday Stroll on December 4, 2024! It’s a fun-filled evening of festive activities, local traditions, and community cheer. Here's what you can look forward to: ✨ Cookie & Ornament Decorating Let your creativity shine at the City Library! Kids (and kids at heart) can decorate holiday cookies and make their own festive ornaments to take home. 🐑 Live Nativity at Fahnestock Park Experience the magic of the season with a beautiful live nativity scene featuring real animals – it’s sure to warm your heart. 🚂 Wagon & Train Rides Hop on for a nostalgic wagon ride pulled by horses or let the kids enjoy a fun train ride around town. It’s a perfect way to see the sights of Graettinger! 🍔 Food & Drawings at Local Businesses Taste the flavors of the season with delicious treats and warm meals from local vendors, plus enter drawings at participating businesses for your chance to win exciting prizes. 🎅 Meet Santa & Mrs. Claus No holiday event is complete without a visit from the jolly old man in red! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be ready to hear your wish list and spread some festive cheer. It’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate with friends, make new ones, and kick off the holiday season in Graettinger! Don’t miss out on this wonderful community tradition. 📅 Mark your calendar and join us for a magical evening of fun!

This blood drive is organized in partnership with LifeServe Blood Center, which supplies 100% of the blood products used by your local hospital. Every donation can make a significant difference in the lives of those in need, and we would greatly appreciate your help in spreading the word. We invite businesses, individuals, groups, and organizations to share this information with their networks and on their social media pages. Together, we can encourage more people to come out and donate, ensuring that our community has the resources it needs during critical times.

The city of Graettinger wants to remind our residents to watch the mail for 'Important Pipeline Safety Messages from Graettinger Municipal Utilities. Please look over the information included in mailing and note the emergency numbers listed. Thank you

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Get ready for a spooktacular evening! We’re excited to invite you to the Trunk or Treat event in the City of Graettinger on October 31, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This is the perfect way to celebrate Halloween with your family and friends!

City Hall will be closed tomorrow Wednesday Oct 16 for a conference. We will reopen on Thursday, October 17th, from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM, and on Friday, October 18th, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Thank you

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Palo Alto County Gaming Development Corporation for their generous support and awards to the City of Graettinger. Thanks to these funds, we have made significant improvements to our city, including upgrades to our alleyways and street repairs that enhance our community's infrastructure. We are also thrilled to have improved Well #7, bolstering our water supply system for the future. Additionally, the purchase of pool mats for our community pool has created a safer and more enjoyable environment for our residents. Your commitment to supporting local initiatives has truly made a positive impact on our city, and we are immensely grateful for your partnership.

Dear Residents of Graettinger, We are pleased to inform you that we have successfully located and repaired the recent water leak in town. If you are still experiencing issues with your water service, please let us know right away. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our city employees for their swift response and dedication in working long hours to restore water to our community. Thank you for your patience and support

Happy October Birthday's to Bryon, Kara, and Shawn from all of us at the City of Graettinger! We hope your special day is filled with joy, laughter, and wonderful memories. Thank you for being such vital parts of our community. Here’s to another year of happiness and success! Enjoy your celebrations!

An opportunity to come hear a report on the current cancer rates for Palo Alto County.

The City of Graettinger kindly reminds everyone to avoid placing grass trimmings in the street or mowing clippings onto the roadway. These practices can create dangerous conditions for drivers and pedestrians, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of accidents. Additionally, clippings washed into storm drains can contribute to clogging and pollution. For the safety and enjoyment of all during this busy time of year, please ensure grass clippings are properly disposed of in your yard waste containers. Thank you for your cooperation and attention to this important matter.