City of Eagle Lake issued the following announcement on Oct. 14.
The essay contest is open to Minnesotans who will be in the fourth, fifth, or sixth grades this school year. Entries must be handwritten and postmarked by October 14th. Three winners will be chosen and awarded $100, as well as have their essays published in Minnesota Cities magazine. Winners only will be notified by December 6th. The essay form can be found at www.lmc.org/mayorforaday. When submitting your essay to the League of Minnesota Cities, be sure to also submit a copy to the City of Eagle Lake. Mayor Tim Auringer and the City Council will review all essays received from local fourth, fifth, and six graders and select a winner, with the winner being recognized at an upcoming City Council meeting and receiving a small prize.
Original source can be found here.