Keith Larson, from the Veteran’s Memorial Project, appeared before the City Council to encourage moving the proposed memorial project forward. The proposed site of the memorial is in Van Hoven Park near the Edna G. Larson stated that the American Legion is proposing to lease the land from the city and will add the project to their insurance policy so as not to burden the city with any expense. In discussion on the project it was pointed out that the Edna G saw service during both World Wars as part of shipping efforts to move iron ore for war production. Larson further reminded the council that there is currently no monument recognizing the efforts and sacrifices of Lake County residents who served in the military. The project is clearly supported by the City Council and has been referred to the Public Affairs Committee so that it can be worked into the city’s plan for waterfront development.
Work has been ongoing at the Airport. The Council accepted a proposal for Bolton & Menk to provide engineering services for the Beacon Replacement Project. The proposal will go to the Airport Commission for approval.
The Public Arts Commission has been discussing beautification ideas and is looking for new members. Interested residents can apply at City Hall or by going online to www.twoharborsmn.gov.
Staff at the Two Harbors library have completed sensory accessibility training through KulturCity, an organization dedicated to improving accessibility to public facilities and public programs for people with sensory needs. The Two Harbors library is the first public library in the State to be certified sensory accessible. Council member Uriah Hefter reported that 70 young people have signed up for the library’s summer reading program.
The next City Council meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 10th at 6:00 p.m.
