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North Branch council, with Kelly Neider absent, got an update on the Veterans Memorial from organizer Joe Scaramell, as part of the council meeting November 14.  The group working on the memorial project is ready to start marketing for accepting donations, which will pay for all costs.  A contract was also approved between the North Branch Beautification Association and the city, stating that this Capital Campaign will “fully fund” project expenses.  

The agreement also sets a timeframe for construction to start in January 2027 and completion as of December 31,2028.

Mayor Kevin Scheiber commented “...this has been worth waiting for” as the design and specs have been under development since the city granted final approval to site the memorial in the southeast corner of Central Park.

To learn more about how you can get involved e mail [email protected].  The NBBA is on Facebook as well.

Council also observed as Chief of Police Dan Meyer administered the oath to newly hired Officer Justin Ives.  He  comes to North Branch from the Braham Police Department, Meyer reported.

Council unanimously approved use of ARPA (American Recovery Act )proceeds for improvements in security equipment at the skateboard park and ice rink on Grand Avenue.  

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