ADA, MN—If you’re driving north of Ada, you may have noticed a repaving project on Norman County Road 19. What you may not know is the way the road is being repaved is quite different. Keith Berndt, engineer for the Norman County Highway Department, explains. Berndt says there are advantages to this new style of…
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HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN The Norman County Highway Department is accepting applications for a Highway MaintenanceTechnician. Experience in road construction and maintenance work involving the operation ofvarious types of motorized equipment is preferred. Must possess a valid Class A CDL license orhave the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire. Wage is based on…
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ADA, MN—The long-time superintendent of the Norman County Highway Department is retiring. A reception was held Thursday for Bob Ramstad, who is retiring after 40 years with the Highway Department. Ramstad talks about working his way up through the ranks. Ramstad says putting things back together after flooding is an accomplishment he’s proud of. Ramstad…
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The Norman County Highway Department held an open house for their new Highway Department building on Tuesday afternoon Norman County Engineer Keith Bendt says this event was a long time coming, and he tells us more about the new building, and the need it filled for Norman County. Norman County Commission Chair Steve Jacobson talks…
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April is Safe Digging Month, when homeowners are reminded that before they start digging in their yard, they need to call 811 first. Norman County Engineer Keith Berndt explains. Berndt also tells us utilities aren’t as deep as you might think they are. There’s also more information about digging online at http://Call811.com
With a major snowstorm headed our way, R&J News checked in with the Norman County Highway Department to see if they’re ready for it. County Engineer Keith Berndt says his crew is ready. Berndt was asked if the highway department’s budget can accommodate this expense of this April storm. If you need to drive during…
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Wednesday’s work day started early at the Norman County Highway Department. With the first snowstorm of the season on the horizon, snow plow drivers were ready to get the roads cleared. Norman County Highway Department Engineer Keith Berndt says preparations began weeks ago. Berndt says the Highway Department’s equipment could use an easy winter like…
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You’ve probably seen the new Norman County Highway Department building on the north side of Ada. Norman County Engineer Keith Berndt gives R&J News an update on construction. Berndt says the project has been going well. R&J News will continue to update you on the progress of the new Norman County Highway Department building.