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Surprised by the election? Only if it doesn't spawn 'Mel for Mayor'
The results are in from Tuesday's election. The proposal to add a city manager to Mitchell's city government was roundly rejected 66-34 percent; incumbent City Councilman Dan Allen beat challenger ...
Posted on 6/7/11 at 11:11 PM
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LETTER: Debating over wrong medicine for disease

City manager questions have generated much debate, but the debate is over the wrong medication for the disease.

By Eric Krietlow, Mitchell , June 04, 2011

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LETTER: Manager could better city’s efficiencies

I would like to add my 2 cents to the city manager debate. I have heard concerns about the cost of a professional manager. As a taxpayer of Mitchell, I am concerned about the overall operation and efficiency of city government.

By Roger Musick, Mitchell , June 04, 2011

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LETTER: Disappointed to see comments in paper

I was extremely disappointed after reading Mel Olson’s comments in Thursday’s Daily Republic.

By Mark Buche, Mitchell , June 04, 2011

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LETTER: Professional needed to manage our city

Government is complicated business. The city of Mitchell runs a $30 million operation with 175 employees, and an organization that size deserves professional management.

By State Sen. Mike Vehle, Mitchell , June 04, 2011

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LETTER: Manager does not lessen government

Proponents for a city manager say that will make city government more efficient. Don’t be misled — that does not mean a smaller government.

By Steve Sibson, Mitchell , June 04, 2011

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Incoming council members unopposed in their races express views

Though they haven’t gotten much attention and did not participate in Friday’s public forum, they’re about to become members of the Mitchell City Council.

By Staff reports , June 04, 2011

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LETTER: Mitchell residents misled on city manager issue

Once again, the voting public in Mitchell is being misled in the push to change our form of government.

By Randy Pratt, Mitchell , June 03, 2011

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LETTER: Favoring mayoral system, not a city manager system

I strongly favor a full-time mayor rather than the city manager system that is currently being proposed.

By Ray Borgen, Mitchell , June 03, 2011

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Bernard is best

We endorse Marc Bernard as the best candidate for City Council in Ward 4. Since becoming his neighbor nearly two years ago when we moved back to Mitchell after a 20-year absence, Marc has gone out of his way to make us feel welcome and to help make us aware of what was available to us in Mitchell.

By Al and Susan Brandt, Mitchell , June 03, 2011

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LETTER: Voting for McCurry

I’m writing this letter to endorse Greg McCurry for the Ward 4 City Council position. Approximately 18 months ago, Greg was added to the Lake Development Committee which I have been part of for 10-plus years.

By Bob Sebert, Mitchell , June 03, 2011

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OUR VIEW: Vote ‘yes’ for city manager

You’ve heard both sides of the city manager issue. Proponents claim a city manager is needed to better oversee the city’s budget and other administrative issues. Opponents claim adding a manager only will add an unneeded layer of bureaucracy and needlessly add costs to the city budget with a large salary.

By Editorial board , June 03, 2011

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Aberdeen mayor: City manager could help Mitchell

Aberdeen mayor: City manager could help Mitchell Aberdeen’s mayor told Mitchell’s Rotary Club on Thursday at the Ramada that a city manager has been a great addition for the northeastern South Dakota city.

By Anna Jauhola , June 03, 2011

Candidates' grades for council range from good to 'C'

Ward 2, Ward 4 hopefuls participate in debate

By Ross Dolan , June 02, 2011

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Vehle, Olson clash over city manager

Vehle, Olson clash over city manager Olson stands by 'hates democracy' accusation; Vehle defends himself

By Austin Kaus , June 02, 2011

LETTER: Another layer is just more red tape

To the citizens of Mitchell in regard to adding a city manager: 1. The city of Mitchell has operated efficiently with a mayor-council government for many years. Why the sudden rush to change this system?

By Bernie Schmucker, Mitchell , June 02, 2011

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