More details emerge in homicide death of Northfield woman
The public manner of death was ruled homicide, the cause of death multiple gunshot wounds. Law enforcement released the autopsy report on 61 year old Lilly Kirckof, formerly known as Marshall, 
who was shot to death in a home on Jefferson Road in Northfield on August 14th. Toxicology reports are pending. According to the search warrant obtained by KYMN, the listed owner of the home, a 75 year old woman, called 911 reporting that Kirckof was trying to harm her, saying that Kirckof is upset and, because of that, she won’t put the gun down. The owner then said she shot
Kirckof with a 357 magnum before calling 911. Dispatch was on the phone with the elderly woman when they heard two gun shots. Officers were given permission to forcibly enter the home. Kirckof was found upstairs at the bedroom door. The owner, who reported not being able to step over the body, was still inside her bedroom. She was placed into custody and taken to Northfield Hospital for an apparent burn on her hand. The woman was questioned and later released. Police Chief Monte Nelson issued a press release earlier indicating that “self defense” had not been ruled out. The BCA lists numerous items as evidence including the weapon, 6 bullet casings and the blood stained nightgown the suspected shooter was wearing. According to Nelson it may take well over a month for all the evidence to be examined and evaluated. Definition of Homicide: The killing of one person by another, regardless of intention or legality.
Nfld. City Planner to “tweak” Ordinance on temporary healthcare dwellings
As many cities and counties “Opt Out” of Governor Dayton’s legislation on allowing temporary health dwellings on residential properties, Cities are also looking to craft their own Ordinance. The item was back on the Northfield Planning Commission agenda last week. City Planner, Scott Tempel, pointed out the numerous concerns with these dwellings adding, “people brought up a lot of different issues on the topic and I think it’s something the Planning Commission should weigh in on and try and give some guidance to Staff”. Chair Gasior commented that navigating all the possible issues will be challenging. Tempel said there’s really no template since most cities have opted out of the rushed legislation. He added, “the Planners are all kind of staring at each other waiting for someone to go first! In my opinion, I think the easiest avenue might be to amend the accessory dwelling unit”. The Commission gave direction to staff to look at tweaking the state’s language and address concerns including medical care, the amount of staff time required for planning and building inspections, placement of the structures, water and sewer and much more. Tempel will also look into a possible “tiny house village”, something the HRA is interested in.
Dundas continues growth
The City of Dundas has been seeing growth. The Planning Commission met recently with representatives from Menards and they’ll be coming back with some changes. City Administrator John McCarthy said they’re also working on their sign ordinance in order to accommodate stores along Hwy 3, in particular the Aldi’s store, which they are still solidifying details. Another local business is expanding along Hwy 3 and they hope to start building this Fall.
New “Minute with the Mayor”
Mayor Graham has a new Minute with the Mayor on the City’s website talking about a possible partnership with Xcel Energy and a continued flood watch.
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