The city closing the tree dump and compost was a great disappointment to the people of Luverne. I realize the city is going to have a key check-out system which may work fine until someone puts something there that shouldn’t be there, and it will be closed permanently. Why not go with a proven system? Just have the place open eight hours per week, Wednesday four hours, and Saturday four hours. I am sure most people who use it wouldn’t mind an annual fee to take care of the extra expense. Our city crews have always done a great job keeping our city neat with the help of many residents who like to keep their places neat also. By doing this, we have a city that’s appealing to outsiders who are looking for a home in our town.Just in our neighborhood we have folks who moved here from Washington State, Napa Valley, Calif., two families from Hills, and one from a farm in Nobles County. They had the chance to go to other towns, but liked Luverne best. So, I hope the City Council will put this on the high priority list so we can continue our handy place to get rid of our trees, leaves and compost. I think Herman Van Hulzen did a fine job all those years and he should have a chance to continue there. I realize the city has a big problem. They have to cut expenses, but this is not the place to do it. Bernie MorganLuverne
