Members of the Sherburne County Board of Commissioners have scheduled a casual get-together that's less about passing ordinances and more about passing the salt. The public's representatives are opting for a social hour, or likely a couple, set against the backdrop of Mucho Loco, a local eatery at 9112 Freeport Ave. in Elk River. This informal affair is slated to happen on October 1, around 4:30 p.m., as noted in a recent announcement.
While commissioners breaking bread together isn't the makings of headline news, the convergence of these local leaders outside the usual chambers sparks a note of community interest. Per the county's heads-up, the gathering distinctly stipulates, "No county business will be discussed, and no agenda is prepared for this social gathering." Looking from far afar, attending this dinner could give constituents a taste of the personalities behind the politics, standing in line to order, maybe, attuned to the everyday lives of their constituency.
Those with a keen interest in the democratic spectacle or plain old curiosity may find solace in the stated accommodation: "Attending members of the public will be accommodated to the greatest extent feasible to observe this gathering."
If you're mulling over this chance engagement or hunger for details, Bruce Messelt, the Sherburne County Administrator, is the host to talk to. He can be reached at (763) 765-3007 or [email protected], ready to field questions, or perhaps to discuss the nuances of the county's salsa choices.
