BLUE EARTH– Emily Overbo was introduced as the new University of Minnesota Extension Educator for Faribault County at the Faribault County Board of Commissioners regular meeting on Tuesday.

Regional Extension director, Bonnie Christiansen, introduced Overbo to the board and told the commissioners Overbo has been on the job for just over five weeks.

“One of my goals I want to focus on is working with the area schools,” Overbo said. “That is something I will be working on over the summer so I have a plan in place for next year.”

Also introduced at the meeting was Megan Cook, who has been working as a secretary in the Extension office since last June.

“Megan did a great job of keeping things running while we were searching for a new educator,” Christiansen commented.

There was also some news regarding Christiansen’s position.

“I have been working out of the Worthington office but covering four counties in this area,” she explained. “Recently, the University of Minnesota made the decision to add another Regional director to increase the total number from 10 to 11. The new director will operate out of Mankato and will take over the responsibilities for Faribault County.”

The commissioners expressed their gratitude for her service.

“We are sad to hear you are leaving,” board chairman Bruce Anderson said. “You have been great to work with and we appreciate your service.”

In other business:

— The board approved a conditional use permit (CUP) for PCi Roads to erect a temporary concrete batch plant site for use during the reconstruction of Interstate 90. The five-acre site is in Section 10 of Emerald Township on land owned by Garry Martin.

— The hiring of Marsha Leschefske to work in the County Attorney’s Office was approved. She will replace Mary Eckhardt, who is retiring.