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The Spalding House in Crosby is taking matters into its own hands to deter problematic pigeons, the Crosby-Ironton Courier reported Wednesday, Feb. 10.
Owners Nadine and Chris Albrecht told the Crosby City Council they purchased spikes to place on the bar’s roof to deter the 50-200 birds from landing there. The presence of the birds and their droppings might deter people from outdoor dining in the city, the Albrechts said, and the birds will likely find someplace new to land once the spikes are installed.
Mayor Jim Hunter said there was nothing the city could do about the pigeons a topic that’s plagued city officials over multiple city council meetings in recent years. Council member Paul Heglund said when he worked for the city’s public works department, they shot pigeons. But Police Chief Andy Rooney said if pigeons were trapped and removed, they would likel
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for the city of Crosslake, the Echo Journal reported Jan. 13.
The Crosslake City Council agreed to again pursue a local option sales tax something members earlier sought in 2020, but plans were interrupted by the pandemic. Revenue from the bump in tax would go toward supporting specific projects including those at the wastewater plant, as well as the extension of city sewer service to the northern end of County Highway 66 and around Daggett Lake. The tax could generate an estimated $4.8 million over the course of 15 years, officials said.