More than a Job: Building Communities at Bollig Engineering
For Project Manager Kayla Fruth, no two days in construction services are the same, and that’s exactly what she loves about her work. From overseeing water tower construction to collaborating with residents and city staff, she thrives on solving problems that directly impact people’s lives. “What we build might be underground, but its impact is […]
From Prairie Pond to Seaplane Base: Elbow Lake’s Rural Aviation Success Story
We talked to Mike Beard, Business Development Executive at Bollig Engineering, about how the small town of Elbow Lake, MN (a town of around 1290 residents) became a “Gold Star” airport. It’s a story of grit, community spirit, and a little legislative nudge that turned Lake Flekkefjord from a simple pond into a public seaplane […]
Elbow Lake Municipal Airport Wins Two Top Honors from MCOA and MnDOT Aeronautics
For Immediate Release April 23, 2026, Elbow Lake, MN – Elbow Lake Municipal Airport (Y63) has earned two prestigious aviation awards. The 2025 MCOA Project of the Year in the Intermediate Small General Aviation Airport category was awarded for the airport’s recent Apron Expansion and Taxiway Alpha construction project. The second award that Elbow Lake […]
Bollig Engineering Testifies for Small Cities at Minnesota House Capital Investment Committee
In March 2026, Bollig Engineering presented to the Minnesota House Capital Investment Committee during their bonding investment hearing. We want to help Minnesota lawmakers understand the infrastructure challenges small cities face. Our goal was to help legislators understand why infrastructure costs are rising in small Minnesota cities, and why these communities need funding programs that […]
What Makes Construction Projects Run Smoothly (from the field perspective)?
With construction starting up soon, we are excited to share this post from Kayla Fruth, who is an RPR (Resident Project Representative) on our Construction Services team. We appreciate Kayla’s insight on what successful projects are made of. Stepping into the field as a newer construction professional has reshaped the way I see projects come […]
2026 Municipal & Aviation Conferences in MN, ND, SD
Each year, conferences and tradeshows give us an opportunity to meet face-to-face with the communities we serve. In 2026, Bollig will be exhibiting at several water, wastewater, aviation, and municipal conferences throughout Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota. If you attend any of these events, we’d love to connect and talk about practical engineering solutions […]
What Helped Small Cities Move Projects Forward in 2025
In small cities, progress rarely comes from one big decision or a single moment. More often, it’s shaped by many small, thoughtful actions—by staff, council members, and community partners—working together over time. As we look back on 2025, we asked a simple question: What helped projects move forward or made the process easier for everyone […]
FAA Part 108 Explained: What Small City Airport Managers Need to Know About Autonomous Drones
Autonomous drones are no longer just a future concept or something limited to large commercial airports. As federal regulations evolve, small city airports are beginning to see more questions and interest around pilotless aircraft and long-range drone operations. One proposed FAA rule that airport managers may hear more about is Part 108. While it is […]
Do We Need a Single Audit? What Small Cities Should Know
If you have ever wondered whether your city needs a Single Audit, you are not alone. The requirements can feel confusing at first, so here is a simple explanation. What Is a Single Audit? A Single Audit is a detailed financial and compliance review required when a city spends $1,000,000 or more in federal funds […]
Wandermore in Minnesota: Celebrating Small Towns and Their Stories
Minnesota’s 856 incorporated towns are about to get the spotlight they deserve, thanks to traveler, writer, and historian Seth Varner. Through his Wandermore in Minnesota project, Seth has completed a year-long journey to document the history, charm, and unique character of every single city in the state. With a passion for small-town stories and a […]
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