City Attorney: Information

The City Attorney is the legal advisor of the City Council and the department heads of the City. The City Attorney is responsible for the prosecution of violations of the city ordinances and petty misdemeanor and misdemeanor offenses committed within the City limits. The City Attorney is also responsible for the prosecution of certain gross misdemeanors as set forth in the state statutes. The City Attorney is responsible for defending the City in all suits brought against the City. The City Attorney prepares and revises ordinances when so requested by the Council, any committee thereof, the City Manager, or a department head. The City Attorney also performs such other duties as are required by the laws of the State of Minnesota, by the provisions of the Charter, or by the City Council.

The City Attorney's office is located at 177 Main Street, Suite 206, Winona, Minnesota 55987. The phone number is 507-454-4661 and the fax number is 507-454-5022.

Richard F. Blahnik
Winona City Attorney
Bruce A. Nelson
Assistant City Attorney
Jennifer Holl
Assistant City Attorney
 
Roseann S. Shaw
Paralegal
Judith M. Stoltman
Paralegal
Jeanne L. Merchlewitz
Legal Secretary

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