October 13, 2026

It's all treats, no tricks at Trunk or Treat at Bay Point Park on Saturday, October 24. Trunk or Treat provides a fun and safe trick-or-treating environment for all, and you'll spot our Fire and Police Departments participating in this spook-tacular outing. Visit the Trunk or Treat Facebook page for more details.

Trunk or Treat

Saturday, October 24

Sensory-friendly: Noon to 1 p.m.

Traditional: 1-3 p.m.

Bay Point Park

Honoring Chief Red Wing

Yesterday, October 12, was recognized as Chief Red Wing Day in the City of Red Wing, and Tribal Council Vice President, Ron Johnson, attended Monday's City Council meeting to receive the proclamation from Mayor Iocco. Since 2014, this designated day has honored our city's namesake, Chief Red Wing, and paid tribute to the Bdewakantunwan Dakota people who lived here and cared for the land long before European settlement.

Before Monday's meeting, the flag of the Prairie Island Indian Community was also permanently added to the display of flags in our City Council Chambers. We appreciate the partnership between the Prairie Island Indian Community and the City of Red Wing to make our shared community the best it can be. You can read the Chief Red Wing Day proclamation, which is written in both English and Dakota, and was spoken in both languages at the meeting.

Council Vote Recap

Here's a sampling of items the Council discussed this week. All members were present. View the entire agenda and reports here.

Approved (7-0) the certification of uncollected City service invoices to be collected with property taxes in 2027. These bills include delinquent utility charges and other unpaid costs, such as code violations or sidewalk installations.

Approved (7-0) adopting assessments for 24 properties along the alley between Sixth and Seventh streets from Cleveland Street to Blaine Street.

Denied (5-2) a motion to transition exempt employees from the Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Group Health Insurance Plan. (Norton and Lambert voted in favor.)

Approved (4-3) to use the Green Fund to purchase two electric police motorcycles. (Goggin, Farrar, and Kliewer dissenting.)

Learn About the Candidates & Cast Your Vote

If you haven't been able to make it to the League of Women Voters candidate forums, you can still watch forum recordings to help you decide how you want to vote in this election.

The City Council and School Board forums are ready now, and the Sheriff and state legislators forum is coming up this Thursday.

Ready to vote? Absentee voting, in person and by mail, is underway. If you want to vote early and insert your ballot directly into a ballot counter, you can start this Friday at the Goodhue County Government Center.

If you prefer to wait until Election Day to vote, you can help the process go smoothly by checking your voter registration status and confirming your polling place. However you vote, Red Wing, the most important thing is that you make your vote count. Get more election information here.

This Saturday: Say Goodbye to Your E-Waste

Recycling symbol over a background of stacks of appliances

E-Waste Collection Event

Saturday, October 17

8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Waste Campus, 1873 Bench St.

Clear your garages and storage closets of old laptops, printers, fridges, stoves, TVs, and so much more at the annual e-waste collection event this Saturday. Most items are accepted free of charge, while others, such as freon appliances, will be accepted at a reduced rate. All Goodhue County residents are welcome to participate. You benefit from convenient e-waste disposal, and we all benefit when that e-waste is recycled responsibly. Start loading up your old electronics today; show up and we'll take care of the rest on Saturday.

Putting on a Student Showcase

YAAS: A Tapestry of Cultures and the Threads That Connect Us

If you know a student who excels at telling a story through their art, show them this article! The Sister Cities Commission invites students ages 12-18 to share their drawings, paintings, musical compositions, writings, or other artistic work for the Young Artists and Authors Showcase (YAAS). The theme is "A Tapestry of Cultures and the Threads That Connect Us." The submission deadline is February 26, 2027, which gives students time to craft their creations. View YAAS details and contest guidelines.

Celebrate 25th Annual Amos Owen Award Winners

Amos Owen Award Presentation and Reception

Thursday, October 22

Ceremony at 6 p.m. Please arrive by 5:45 p.m. Reception to follow.

Council Chambers, 315 W. Fourth St.

The City of Red Wing Human Rights Commission has chosen two remarkable community members as the recipients of the 25th annual Amos Owen Award. Join us in honoring Samuel Wells and Morgan Kluender for their work in promoting justice and equality for others. They will be recognized at an award presentation and reception on Thursday, October 22, and all are invited to join the celebration. The ceremony will be followed by a reception with cake and refreshments. We commend the recipients on their contributions to the community. A full article will be published following the event.

All in a Day's Work

Mechanic Bob Enevold is something of a snowmobile collector in his spare time. With "well over 20" that he's fixed up, Bob frequents snowmobile shows and vintage snowmobile rides. You might expect then that the City's snowmobile – used to groom ski trails – would be his favorite thing to work on in the shop. However, it's actually the wide array of different equipment that has kept the job interesting and enjoyable for the last 25 years. (And even if Bob did pick a favorite, semi-trucks would be the winner.) Whatever comes his way, whether it's a fire engine or lawnmower, we can trust that Bob will have it up and running smoothly as soon as possible. Congrats on an outstanding 25 years, Bob!