City of Fairmont, Minnesota

05/15/2026

It's not too late to apply for this exciting opportunity in the Electric Department!

💻 Job duties: Install and maintain electrical equipment and controls; implement and operate SCADA, GIS, load management, and other computer-based systems; perform basic electric system engineering and mapping for the Utility; and more!
💲 Starting Pay: $41.26 – $45.67/hour, DOQ
⭐️ Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life/AD&D insurances; HSA and FSA spending plans; paid time off; an Employee Assistance Plan service; a MN PERA benefit; and a 457(b) deferred compensation plan

Visit the City’s website (https://fairmont.org/jobs-2/) for more details and application instructions. Application deadline: Friday, May 22nd at 4:30 p.m.

05/15/2026

Premier Lake Harvesting has been contracted by the City of Fairmont for curly-leaf pondweed (CLP) harvesting. Affected residents will receive an informational letter (example below) directly from Premier Lake Harvesting regarding upcoming removal efforts.

This communication is legitimate and related to the City-authorized CLP harvesting program for 2026.

Please direct questions on the removal or if you wish to "opt out", please contact Premier Lake Harvesting directly:

Dominic Cerise
☎️ 763-334-2072
📩 sales@premierlakeharvesting.com
🌐 www.premierlakeharvesting.com

05/15/2026

Thank you Fairmont Police Department for the reminders on e-bike and e-scotter safety.

Parents: before the ride, have the conversation. 🛴⚡
Talk to your kids about e-bike and e-scooter safety, helmets, traffic laws, and making sure they’re following all statutory requirements. A safe ride starts with informed riders.

05/14/2026

The City of Fairmont would like to inform residents that Mad City Windows & Baths has received approval for a solicitor license through the City Council and intends to offer door-to-door estimate opportunities for residents considering window, kitchen, and bathroom updates/remodeling projects.

To help residents recognize members of the Mad City Windows & Bath team they may see in neighborhoods throughout Fairmont – meet Jaidon P., Isaiah O., and Jason C.

Residents are encouraged to ask solicitors to present their City-issued license and identification. If a solicitor cannot provide proper documentation, or if you have concerns, please contact the Fairmont Police Department non-emergency line at 507-238-4481.

Mad City Windows & Bath: https://madcitywindows.com/

05/13/2026

The City of Fairmont 2025 Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) / Drinking Water Report is now available. Paper copies were included with May utility bills, and the report is also available for viewing online.

The report includes information regarding Fairmont’s drinking water quality, testing results, and public health information. The City of Fairmont continues to meet and/or exceed federal and state drinking water standards.

View the full report here: https://tinyurl.com/fmt2025

Questions regarding Fairmont’s drinking water: Contact
Brady Powers, Water/Wastewater Superintendent
bpowers@fairmont.org
507-235-6789

05/06/2026

🚧 Lake Avenue Traffic Update 🚧
May 6, 2026 at 5:20 pm

Access to busineeses on Lake Avenue remain avaialble, however:
- Lake Avenue is closed from Bixby Road to Edison Drive
- Access to Lake Avenue should be made from the east ONLY at this time
- Traffic should enter from the east and exit eastbound only.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as work continues for this street project.

05/06/2026

♻️ City of Fairmont – Fluorescent Lamp Recycling Event ♻️

The City of Fairmont reminds residents of an upcoming opportunity to properly dispose of fluorescent lamps and ballasts:

📅 Thursday, May 7, 2026
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 Tractor Supply Parking Lot (1215 N. State St., Fairmont)

• No pre-registration required
• Fees apply (see image for details)
• Fairmont Public Utility Customers are eligible for recycling reimbursement (see image for details)

Fluorescent lamps contain mercury and should not be disposed of in regular household garbage. Please take advantage of this event for safe and proper disposal.

05/05/2026

The Electric Department is seeking a versatile, motivated Applications & Technology Specialist!

💻 Job duties: Install and maintain electrical equipment and controls; implement and operate SCADA, GIS, load management, and other computer-based systems; perform basic electric system engineering and mapping for the Utility; and more!
💲 Starting Pay: $41.26 – $45.67/hour, DOQ
⭐️ Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life/AD&D insurances; HSA and FSA spending plans; paid time off; an Employee Assistance Plan service; a MN PERA benefit; and a 457(b) deferred compensation plan

Visit the City’s website (https://fairmont.org/jobs-2/) for more details and application instructions. Apply by May 22nd!

05/04/2026

🚧Parking Lot Closure Notice

Starting Friday, May 8th, the northeast corner of the parking lot located at North Park Street & East 4th St will be closed for a demolition project.

Please move vehicles from the specified parking area before Friday. Barricades will be set that day, and the parking area will remain closed until the project is complete.

Demolition is scheduled to begin Tuesday, May 12.

We appreciate your cooperation and patience during this project!

05/01/2026

🌸🌿 Hip Hip Hooray — It’s May Day! Happy May 1st!!!🌸🌿

What better way to kick off the day than with Fairmont Parks open for the season!!

All shelters and restroom facilities are ready for use, and by the end of the day today, all docks will be in — except the landing dock at Budd Lake (under construction 🚧).

Have a wonderful weekend and Enjoy those beautiful Parks!

04/30/2026

Lake Avenue Traffic Update
April 30, 2026

Traffic control on Lake Avenue has changed. Access is now from the west, with traffic traveling eastbound.

We appreciate your patience during this project!