Jordan - News

Jordan’s state aid won’t be delayed

Feb 3rd, 2010

The Minnesota Department of Education announced last Tuesday that it would delay state aid payments to schools in a state attempt to avoid short-term borrowing.

County proposes allowing granny flats in rural areas

Jan 6th, 2010

As more and more families move in together because of job losses or ailing parents, Scott County is considering a proposal that would make it easier for rural residents to do so.

Several of Jordan's Community Growth Options proposals pass

Dec 23rd, 2009

Several of Jordan’s Community Growth Options proposals passed approval of the city council this week.

Park board seeks input for master park plan

Nov 23rd, 2009

The Jordan Parks and Recreation Commission is developing a master park plan.

Jordan principal honored with national award

Oct 20th, 2009

Jordan Elementary School Principal Stacy DeCorsey is headed to Washington DC to be honored as Minnesota’s National Distinguished Principal for 2009.

Trail project fails to get stimulus money

Jul 14th, 2009

Hoping that the proposed trail project along Aberdeen Avenue (County Road 61) would receive money from the federal economic stimulus package, the city of Jordan held off on doing the work.

Proposed bicycle routes no more

Jul 14th, 2009

Tonight, the Jordan City Council voted down the Jordan Park and Recreation Commission’s proposed in-town bicycle routes.

Advocates work to save downtown Jordan

Jun 30th, 2009

The Historical Society is trying to draw attention to its historic character as the city itself looks at rewriting laws to preserve it.

City gives $1,000 to Highway 169 coalition

Mar 16th, 2009

In the name of grassroots advocacy, the city of Jordan will spend $1,000 on the efforts of the U.S. Highway 169 Corridor Coalition. Read the full story

Jordan officials support reconstruction of interchange at highways 169, 494

Feb 23rd, 2009

Jordan and Scott County support the reconstruction of the interchange at highways 169 and 494, a major sore spot for commuters from the city and county. Read the full story