Plevna officials continue seeking options to remove dilapidated grain elevators

Sep 18, 2025

Mayor Gary Thielen reported talks with local contacts and contractors about removal of deteriorating grain elevator buildings; Baker Metal is expected to remove grain bins while building removal may require action by an out-of-state owner and follow-up by Rich Menger.

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Councilwoman Promise Miller asked whether there was new information about removing the town's grain elevator buildings. Mayor Gary Thielen said he had spoken with Rich Menger and that Baker Metal was expected to remove the grain bins. Thielen said the buildings themselves are owned by a Texas company and that Menger is following up on options to have them torn down because they are in poor condition.

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