Granite Falls has over 11 volunteer driven boards, commissions, and advisory committees that oversee various portions of public administration. The City actively seeks applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences to add a unique viewpoint and represent Granite Falls as a community. If you are interested in getting involved, please visit the
current openings page and submit an application.
Listed below is a list of the active boards and committees:
| Economic Development Authority |
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| The Granite Falls Economic Development Authority (EDA), a subset of City Council, administers the City's Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) and other financial incentives. They strive to recruit, retain, and expand business in Granite Falls and strategize on how to create a better business climate. The Board meets the second Monday of each month. |
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Seven members appointed to six-year terms |
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Executive Director |
| Current Members: |
John Virnig (President) |
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Dave Nordaune |
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Dave Bollman |
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Marshall Anderson |
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Dave Beasley |
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DuWayne Galow (Council Rep.) |
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Brad Peterson (Council Rep.) |
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| Planning Commission |
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| The Planning Commission is responsible for hearing and deciding applications for land use, conditional use permits, variances, and land subdivisions. In addition, the Planning Commission makes recommendations to the City Council on planning decisions, including proposed rezoning's. They generally meet every second Wednesday of each month. |
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Five member board appointed to three-year terms |
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Crystal Johnson, City Manager |
| Current Members: |
Les Berquist |
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Jean Fagnano |
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Vacant |
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Scott Peterson (Council Rep.) |
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| Utilities Commission |
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| The Utilities Commission is comprised of seven members with three-year terms. The primary responsibility of the commission is to establish water and electric rates for consumers. They meet on the 4th Monday of each month in the Granite Falls Council Chambers. There is current three available spots--if interest please contact Joan Taylor, City Clerk. |
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| Membership: |
Seven member board appointed to three-year terms |
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Crystal Johnson, City Manager |
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Tom Cherveny (Secretary) |
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Keith Koerlin |
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Zac Richter |
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Don Reznechek |
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Dennis Holtz |
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Dave Smiglewski (Council Rep.) |
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| Library Board |
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The Library Board works with the librarian to advise him/her on library related matters including upkeep of the library building and grounds. They also advise the librarian on new programs and ways to help ensure the viability of the library for years to come. Meetings are held in the Granite Falls conference room.
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| Membership: |
Seven member board appointed to three year terms |
| Liaison: |
Crystal Johnson, City Manager |
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Joe Fagnano |
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Scott Tedrick |
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Mary Kietzmann |
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Sharon PaziZea ( Council Rep.) |
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| Hospital Board |
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| Membership: |
Seven member board appointed to three-year terms |
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Tom Kooiman, Hospital Administrator |
| Current Members: |
Mark Jensen |
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Mark Henderson |
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LaVonne Koenen |
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Dave Nordaune |
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Sharon PaziZea(Council Rep.) |
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| Park Board |
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| Membership: |
Five member board appointed to three-year terms |
| Liaison: |
Crystal Johnson, City Manager |
| Current Members: |
Tim Knapper |
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Joe Nielsen |
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Melissa Helgeson |
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Karl Pfaff |
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Sharon PaziZea (Council Rep.) |
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| Airport Commission |
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| Membership: |
Five member board appointed to three-year terms |
| Liaison: |
Crystal Johnson, City Administrator |
| Current Members: |
Scott Peterson |
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Brandon Parliament |
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Keith Woods |
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Kenton Johnson |
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DuWayne Galow (Council Rep.) |
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| Kilowatt Community Center Board |
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| Memberships: |
Seven member board appointed to three-year terms |
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Nick Richter, KCC Director |
| Current Members: |
Daphne Timm |
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Jackie Torvik |
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Bill Nelson |
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Victor Plante |
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Vacant |
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Scott Peterson (Council Rep.) |
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Joseph Fagnano (Council Rep.) |
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| Finance Committee |
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Two member committee selected from Council Members |
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City Administrator/Finance Director |
| Current Members: |
DuWayne Galow |
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| Wage and Salary Committee |
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Two member committee selected from Council Members |
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City Administrator/Finance Director |
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Steve Nordaune |
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DuWayne Galow |
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| Community Education |
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| Memberships: |
Two member committee selected from Council Members |
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City Manager |
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Dave Smiglewski |
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Crystal Johnson, Ex Officio |
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Charter Commission
Major Duties: Review the City Charter on a yearly basis.
Memberships: Eight member committee for a 4-year term
Current Members: Jeremy Blackwelder
Tom Cherveny
Christine Kleven
Pat Kubly
Tyler Knutson
David Smiglewski
Joe Fagnano
Steve Nordanue
Crystal Johnson, Ex Officio
