District 1 Mower County Commissioner John Mueller

05/23/2026

This weekend we remember those Americans that gave their life so that we can live ours. May God bless them and our country! 🇺🇲

05/16/2026

As National Police Week wraps up, we remember and honor all that have served and given the ultimate sacrifice.

05/09/2026

Let the orange barrel season begin! Remember, slow down and give the workers room. They are making your roads better and safer for the future!

Click the link below to view an interactive map of this year's construction projects.  In the map you can select a project to read more details about the project.

05/08/2026

Having been a police officer, I can't say "Thank You" enough to those that work inside the walls of the jail. It can be tough and demanding, but it can be rewarding too. To our corrections officers, thank you for the important work you do!

🚨National Correctional Officer Week May 3rd-9th 🚨

Sheriff Steve Sandvik and the entire team at the Mower County Sheriff’s Office would like to extend a sincere thank you to the Detention Deputies and jail staff of the Mower County Jail. The men and women of this organization are a tremendous asset to our agency, and community. Their dedication does not go unnoticed.

Correctional Officers/Detention Deputies and jail support staff work long hours in a demanding and often challenging environment. Their role goes far beyond supervision - it requires professionalism, vigilance, and the ability to make quick decisions under pressure. Day in and day out, they help maintain the safety, security, and order of our facility and community.

We are grateful for such a hardworking and dedicated group that make up our team. Their commitment and teamwork make a difference every single day. Please join us in thanking our jail staff for all that they do everyday of the year!

Happy National Corrections Officer Week!!!

04/16/2026

The Mower County Board has considered many options to replace the outdated, inefficient, high maintenance Public Works buildings. It is important to know that this carefully thought out plan does not impact the tax levy. It will come from other funding sources. Please take time to read the "road map" for this project.

The Board of Commissioners has authorized the advancement of design plans for a new facility on the existing property. Please find additional details regarding the project below.
https://gisweb.co.mower.mn.us/portal/apps/storymaps/stories/aabe7573eeab44a38ca5b286561a2fcf

04/16/2026

Every government body builds a road map to the future. It's not law or even rules, just a guideline of what's important as growth and change occur. Take a look at Mower County's comprehensive plan.

Mower County 2045 Comprehensive Plan To be adopted Spring 2026

A Vision for Mower County’s Future

Mower County honors its strong agricultural roots while building a thriving, forward-looking future. Our welcoming communities and vibrant cultural events bring people together, strengthening the connections that make our county a great place to live, work, and grow.

By focusing on sustainability, economic development, and the well-being of our residents, we are creating a resilient and prosperous future for generations to come.

This vision reflects the voices of our community—shaped by feedback, ideas, and priorities gathered through an open and transparent engagement process, and refined in collaboration with the Project Advisory Committee (PAC).

✨ Our Community Vision in Action:
• Promote Sustainable Growth
• Enhance Quality of Life
• Support Economic Development
• Preserve Natural Resources
• Improve Infrastructure and Services
• Foster Community Engagement

🔗 Learn more about the Comprehensive Plan:
https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/1540714ba60e42dd8869b41bca038830

04/15/2026

Please be patient with other motorists and drive carefully, especially on the construction zones!

Southeast Minnesota District 6 projects

04/13/2026

April 12-18 is National Public Safety Telecommunications Week! Dispatchers answer when people call for help. Dispatchers are the calm during the storm. Dispatchers are the first first responders. As a police officer I depended on dispatchers for important information on my way to a call, especially a violent or volatile call. They were my ears to tell me what I was going into. I appreciated them then and I appreciate them now. If you talk to a dispatcher, take time to say 'thank you'!

03/18/2026

If you would like to support area youth, Mower County 4-H, and ag education, consider joining me on the Mower County U of M Extension Committee! We meet in Austin 4 times a year and you would be eligible for a amall per diem. There is a vacancy for a youth (age 16-18) one year term and an adult (age 18+) three year term. Contact Mower County Extension if you are interested!

Do you want to learn more about Extension programming in Mower County and Minnesota? Join the Mower County Extension Committee!

Contact the Extension office to learn more and apply at 507-437-9552 or [email protected]

02/27/2026

Every spring, there are axle weight restrictions put in place on certain roads in order to protect the integrity of our roads while the frost shifts and eventually comes out. These restrictions are guided by the state and typically last about 8 weeks. The new temporary weights will be posted on the effected roads. Here is a link to more information and a map. Safe travels!
https://www.co.mower.mn.us/1656/Spring-Load-Restrictions

🚛 Attention Heavy Vehicle Operators 🚛

Spring Load Restrictions will begin on Mower County roads on Tuesday, March 3 at 12:01 AM.

During the spring thaw, roadway base materials become saturated as frost leaves the ground. This significantly reduces pavement strength and load carrying capacity. Temporary axle weight limits are necessary to prevent damage and preserve the service life of the county highway system.

Restrictions will remain in effect until weather and pavement conditions allow for their removal. Updates will be posted as they become available.

Maps and additional information are available at:
https://www.co.mower.mn.us/1656/Spring-Load-Restrictions

Thank you for helping protect Mower County roads.