Below are this week’s Cannon Falls Beacon news briefs:
Annual Scarecrow Showdown
The Cannon Falls Chamber of Commerce is once again putting on its fall decorating challenge for chamber member businesses. Member businesses/organizations, put up your scarecrows and submit a picture to the Chamber by Friday, Sept. 18, to compete in the contest where residents will vote for the best scarecrow. Submissions can be sent to [email protected].
Dakota County Budget & Property Tax open house
Dakota County will host a Budget and Property Tax Open House Thursday, Sept. 10 from 5–6:30 p.m. at the Dakota County Western Service Center, 14955 Galaxie Ave., Apple Valley.
This open house is an opportunity for residents to:
- Better understand the county budget and property tax levy and the services the county provides.
- Learn how rising costs, new state and federal cost shifts and other factors are creating new challenges for 2027 budget planning.
- Ask questions about their property taxes.
There is no formal presentation. Residents can attend anytime during the open house.
A final budget open house is planned for Tuesday, Dec. 1, from 5–6 p.m. at the Dakota County Administration Center, 1590 Highway 55, Hastings…