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April 18, 2025 at 4:35 AM
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Residents of Crow Wing County are raising urgent concerns about the hidden costs and legal risks of federal immigration detention agreements that could be burdening local taxpayers.

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Residents urge Crow Wing County to review ICE detention agreements, cite legal and cost risks
Residents told the Crow Wing County Board that intergovernmental service agreements with federal detention authorities may be producing overflows, legal exposure and taxpayer costs, and asked the board and sheriff to publicly review the agreements and provide detainee and financial data.
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April 18, 2026 at 11:09 AM
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Crow Wing County commissioners have denied a controversial rezoning proposal that could have endangered Gilbert Lake's water quality amidst strong public outcry.

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Crow Wing County denies commercial rezoning near Gilbert Lake after heavy public opposition
The board voted to deny a proposal to rezone a shoreline parcel near Gilbert Lake from Shoreline District to commercial after residents warned of runoff, spot‑zoning and traffic risks tied to an anticipated roundabout.
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January 2, 2026 at 9:14 AM
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Crow Wing County is set to revolutionize snow removal with a groundbreaking new plow adapter that promises to enhance efficiency and safety.

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Crow Wing County approves innovative plow adapter funding request
Crow Wing County secures funding to develop a new plow adapter enhancing equipment efficiency.
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April 18, 2025 at 12:47 AM
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Exciting plans are underway for a multiuse trail along County Road 16, connecting local networks and the Paul Bunyan Trail with community support!

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County engineer backs conceptual support for County Road 16 trail with guardrails to limit county exposure
A citizen-led Lake Foundation proposal seeks conceptual county support to pursue a multiuse paved trail along County Road 16 connecting regional trail systems; county staff drafted a resolution that would allow the trail to 'occupy' the corridor without committing funds or condemnation authority.
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July 24, 2026 at 7:24 PM
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Crow Wing County has greenlit variances for a new dwelling and boathouse, but not without addressing a critical drainage issue that's been troubling neighbors for years!

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Board approves Cole variances after requiring engineered stormwater solution
The commission approved multiple variances for the Coles' house, boathouse and septic after extended discussion about a historic swale/culvert and neighborhood flooding; the board added a condition requiring an engineered solution to the drainage issues before permits proceed.
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September 18, 2026 at 11:55 PM
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The Crow Wing County Planning Commission has greenlit the controversial Glory Shores Campground, but not without addressing significant concerns from neighbors about septic and traffic issues.

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Planning board approves 21‑site Glory Shores Campground with conditions
Crow Wing County planning commissioners approved a conditional use permit for Glory Shores Campground — 21 campsites and limited dirt‑moving — after hearing neighbor concerns about septic, traffic and shoreline impacts and negotiating 19 revised conditions, including access reconfiguration and buffer requirements.
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September 18, 2026 at 11:54 PM
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Crow Wing County Board made significant strides by approving funding for vital pre-treatment housing and final plats for new developments.

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Votes at a glance: minutes, consent agenda, Allora funding, two plats and JPAs approved
At its meeting the Crow Wing County Board approved minutes from Aug. 11, adopted the consent agenda, approved $14,400 for Allora pre-treatment housing, approved two final plats (Eagle View Estates and Oak Ridge Terrace), and authorized nine JPAs for the 3-65 Labs records system.
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August 26, 2026 at 10:15 AM
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Crow Wing County is set to revolutionize its law enforcement records system with a new partnership, promising enhanced efficiency and collaboration across multiple cities by December 1!

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Board approves nine joint powers agreements to join 3-65 Labs records system; sheriff outlines Dec. 1 go‑live
The board authorized nine joint powers agreements for a new shared law‑enforcement records system with vendor 3-65 Labs, and heard a multi-month implementation update from the sheriff's office projecting a December 1 go‑live date.
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August 26, 2026 at 10:11 AM
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The County Highway Department is on track to complete nearly all of its ambitious 2026 resurfacing project, paving the way for crucial bridge upgrades and future road improvements.

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Highway department: nearly all resurfacing done, bridge projects proceed
The County Highway Department reported it has completed roughly 37–39 of 40 miles of resurfacing programmed for 2026, delivered about $14 million in projects so far, and described bridge replacement timelines and funding strategies including local-option sales tax set-asides.
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August 13, 2026 at 6:27 PM
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Crow Wing County is making waves in environmental conservation with innovative shoreline restorations and watershed projects that promise to keep tons of pollution out of our lakes!

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Soil and Water officials highlight shoreline restorations and watershed projects in Crow Wing County
Crow Wing Soil and Water Conservation District staff described recent shoreline restorations, agricultural conversions and stormwater planning across five major watersheds, estimating annual reductions in phosphorus and sediment from projects completed in 2025.
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July 24, 2026 at 6:16 PM
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Crow Wing County is facing a significant challenge as home- and community-based services caseloads surge, prompting urgent discussions on budget strategies and potential cost shifts that could impact local funding.

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County staff brief commissioners on LTSS waiver growth and contingency planning for a potential state cost shift
Crow Wing County staff outlined long-term services and supports (LTSS) caseload growth, a state advisory council's cost-savings ideas to avoid a projected shift to counties, and local processes for rate exceptions; staff projected a contingent county share of $283,000 in 2027 and about $578,000 in 2028 if a state cost shift occurs.
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July 24, 2026 at 6:13 PM
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Crow Wing County commissioners have sparked a heated debate by approving a $30,000 match to support a grant for acquiring nearly 116 acres for the Northland Arboretum, raising questions about public funding for amenities with fees.

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Commissioners approve $30,000 match to pursue Northland Arboretum land acquisition after heated debate
The board approved intent to provide a one‑time match (up to $30,000) toward a grant application to buy 115.9 acres for the Northland Arboretum; commissioners debated whether county funds should back an arboretum that charges day‑use fees and relies on memberships.
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July 16, 2026 at 4:55 AM
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Crow Wing County is turning tragedy into hope by using easement proceeds from the Northern Reliability transmission project to fund the reforestation of over 900 acres devastated by the Flanders Lake fire.

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Board uses easement proceeds to fund reforestation after Flanders Lake fire
Crow Wing County authorized using proceeds from Northland Reliability transmission easements to fund reforestation after the Flanders Lake fire and approved related easements; staff estimated ~910 acres affected and an estimated $434,000 reforestation cost.
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July 16, 2026 at 3:43 AM
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Crow Wing County is set to go green as it partners with the Saint Paul Port Authority to launch the innovative MN PACE program, paving the way for sustainable projects like the new solar initiative at 15 Washington Street!

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Crow Wing County authorizes participation in MN PACE program and certifies first project
The board authorized the Saint Paul Port Authority to administer the Minnesota PACE program in Crow Wing County and certified a PACE special assessment for a solar project at 15 Washington Street after staff and a program administrator explained program rules, fees and default procedures.
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July 16, 2026 at 4:46 AM
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Residents of Crow Wing County are demanding a review of their ICE cooperation agreements, raising concerns over the impact on community trust and the troubling fact that over 70% of detainees lack criminal records.

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Residents urge Crow Wing County Board to review 287(g) and intergovernmental agreements with ICE
At a Crow Wing County Board meeting, multiple residents urged the board to place the county's 287(g) and intergovernmental support agreements on a future agenda, citing FOIA-obtained ICE/DHS data and peer-reviewed studies they said show many detainees lack criminal records and that cooperation harms community trust.
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June 25, 2026 at 1:10 AM
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Great River Energy is making strides on the Northland Reliability Project, with phase-one construction underway and exciting developments for phase two just around the corner!

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Great River Energy outlines easements across Crow Wing County for Northland Reliability Project
Great River Energy briefed the board on phase‑two construction prep for the Northland Reliability Project, described county parcels on the route, appraisal work and forthcoming surveyed easement exhibits for county attorney review.
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June 19, 2026 at 11:36 PM
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Major changes are coming to land-use regulations in Crow Wing County, including new standards for battery energy storage and crucial floodplain corrections mandated by the DNR.

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Planning staff briefs board on land‑use ordinance updates, battery‑storage setback and DNR floodplain corrections
Planning staff reported the planning commission recommended adopting proposed land‑use ordinance changes with a technical note on delegating interim‑use setbacks for battery energy storage systems, and described required DNR corrections to the county floodplain ordinance.
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June 19, 2026 at 11:34 PM
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Brainer Lakes Regional Airport is soaring to new heights with a 35% increase in passenger capacity and exciting capital projects on the horizon!

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New airport director details passenger growth, grants and larger hangar plans at Brainer Lakes Regional Airport
Airport director Jennifer Roach updated the board on commercial service gains, passenger facility fees, capital projects including a roughly $800,000 pavement job, a $3.5M FAA hanger grant and a recent $250,000 HVAC award for the terminal.
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June 19, 2026 at 11:33 PM
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Crow Wing County is taking a proactive step for safety by approving a two-year contract for the maintenance of outdoor warning sirens, ensuring reliable communication for all municipalities involved.

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County awards two‑year contract for standardized siren maintenance to Emergency Communication Systems
Crow Wing County accepted Emergency Management’s recommendation and approved a two‑year contract (July 1, 2026–June 30, 2028) with Emergency Communication Systems for standardized preventive maintenance of outdoor warning sirens, with tiered pricing based on number of sites and voluntary MOAs for cities and townships.
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June 11, 2026 at 9:28 PM
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Crow Wing County is gearing up for summer with crucial training for watercraft inspectors, but looming budget cuts threaten to halve essential state funding—what will this mean for local waterways?

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Crow Wing County trains seasonal watercraft inspectors as county warns state funding may be halved
Crow Wing County staff led a full-day training for seasonal aquatic invasive‑species (AIS) inspectors covering safety, data collection, decontamination and schedules; the program warned that state funding—previously about $400,000–$500,000—may be cut roughly in half next year and said it will present options to the county board.
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May 29, 2026 at 3:35 PM
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Crow Wing County is set to hold a special timber auction on June 1, 2026, aiming to salvage 25,000 cords of red pine destroyed in the Flanders Lake wildfire, potentially recovering $370,000 from what was once valued at $4.6 million!

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Crow Wing County authorizes special timber auction to salvage burned red pine
The board authorized a special June 1, 2026 timber auction to salvage red pine damaged in the Flanders Lake fire: staff identified eight timber sales on about 868 acres and estimated roughly 25,000 cords of salvageable wood, with immediate value reduced to about $370,000 from a standing value estimated at $4.6 million.
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May 23, 2026 at 10:43 AM
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The Flanders Lake wildfire is now 95% contained, but with nearly 700 acres scorched, the community is rallying together for recovery and support.

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Crow Wing County board hears Flanders wildfire update: 95% contained, nearly 700 acres affected
Emergency Management reported the Flanders Lake fire is about 95% contained with roughly 689 acres burned; the county declared a local emergency and the governor signed a state emergency letter, enabling National Guard support and preserving eligibility for disaster assistance.
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May 23, 2026 at 10:39 AM
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Breezy Point Police have acquired a cutting-edge LifePak 35 monitor that could revolutionize emergency response and save lives in rural Minnesota!

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Breezy Point police add advanced LifePak 35 monitor after county and BLADE support
Breezy Point Police described deployment of a Stryker LifePak 35 advanced cardiac monitor purchased for roughly $53,000, with $20,000 contributed by BLADE and county commission support; officials said the unit has been used on 30 patients and improves field monitoring and quality review.
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May 23, 2026 at 9:50 AM
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New data reveals surprising trends in youth substance use in Crow Wing County, with late-night screen time linked to increased vaping and anxiety among students.

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Local survey shows mixed youth substance‑use trends; late‑night screen time linked to vaping and anxiety
Wilder Research presented 2025 Minnesota Student Survey results to the county board: statewide declines in alcohol and vaping contrast with local plateaus or increases in some measures; Melissa said late‑night screen time correlates with higher vaping and anxiety among Crow Wing students.
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May 23, 2026 at 9:48 AM