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January 20, 2026 at 5:07 PM
The Wright County board is diving deep into strategic property negotiations for the Agribusiness Park, exploring new marketing avenues to attract regional businesses.

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County discusses targeted marketing, site-listings for Wright County Agribusiness Park in closed session
In closed session under Iowa Code 21.5(1)(j) the board heard a presentation on targeted outreach and national MLS listings (LoopNet, CoStar, Crexi, Catalyst) for the Wright County Agribusiness Park and directed no immediate public disclosure of negotiation details.
citizenportal.ai
September 27, 2026 at 9:15 PM
Wright County is on the brink of a clean energy revolution with hydrogen production, but will local farmers' voices be heard in the process?

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Wright County discusses hydrogen facilities and seismic testing with Randolph County officials
Wright County officials explore hydrogen production potential while ensuring community protection.
citizenportal.ai
August 8, 2025 at 2:19 AM
Summit Carbon Solutions is ushering in a new era of community engagement and safety under their new CEO, promising a fresh start for infrastructure projects in Wright County.

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Summit Carbon Solutions Announces New Landowner Partnership Program and Payment Options
Summit Carbon Solutions introduces updated easement payment options and benefits for affected landowners.
citizenportal.ai
September 29, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Wright County is on the brink of a groundbreaking geological exploration that could pave the way for hydrogen production—find out how ultrasound imaging is shaping the future of energy in the region!

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Geologists plan targeted well drilling in Wright County for hydrogen exploration
Teams to use ultrasound images to identify optimal drilling locations for hydrogen extraction.
citizenportal.ai
April 28, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Wright County commissioners faced a heated debate before narrowly rejecting a controversial resolution that could have limited their authority over land alterations near a satellite earth station.

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Wright County board rejects Resolution 2,659 after debate over permits and federal preemption
The Wright County Board on Sept. 16 voted down Resolution 2,659 by a 3–2 margin after a lengthy debate over whether federal preemption tied to satellite earth stations limits the county’s ability to regulate land alteration. The board then approved sending ordinance language to the revisers committee for amendment.
citizenportal.ai
September 18, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Wright County officials are raising alarms over unexpected Starlink-style ground stations, prompting a crucial workshop to address safety and oversight concerns.

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Board schedules workshop after growing concerns over Starlink-style ground stations and local oversight
Commissioners expressed safety, airport-safety and decommissioning concerns about recently installed ground stations described as Starlink 'mushroom' antennas and scheduled a committee-of-the-whole workshop Sept. 3 to gather facts and include township representatives.
citizenportal.ai
August 26, 2026 at 9:41 PM
Wright County commissioners are taking a stand against controversial Flock cameras, pushing for a legal review to protect resident privacy and public trust.

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Commissioners direct legal review of Flock camera permits amid privacy and jurisdiction concerns
After heated discussion about privacy, authority and public trust, Wright County commissioners voted unanimously to send Flock right-of-way permits to the county attorney for legal review, citing questions about the sheriff's contract, federal preemption, and potential liability for removing cameras.
citizenportal.ai
August 26, 2026 at 9:37 PM
Wright County has taken a bold step to protect local DMV services by urging the state to share filing-fee revenue, but will it be enough to keep in-person services alive?

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County backs resolution urging state to share DMV filing fees with local deputy registrars
Wright County commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution 26.55 asking the 2027 Minnesota Legislature to share a portion of online and mail-in filing-fee revenue with local deputy registrar (DMV) offices to help cover rising operating costs and preserve in-person services.
citizenportal.ai
August 26, 2026 at 9:39 PM
Skip packed campgrounds!
4 My dad has a quiet farm field in South Haven, MN for self-contained RVs & dry-camping ($20/night). No crowds-just stars
Right near the Wright County Swappers Meet!
Link in bio to reserve or direct southhavenfarm.neocities.org
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August 22, 2026 at 6:52 PM
Skip packed campgrounds!
4 My dad has a quiet farm field in South Haven, MN for self-contained RVs & dry-camping ($20/night). No crowds-just stars
Right near the Wright County Swappers Meet!
Link in bio to reserve
#MNcamping #RVCamping #WrightCounty
August 22, 2026 at 1:05 PM
Wright County commissioners are taking a stand against privacy concerns by removing funding for controversial Flock cameras from their 2027 budget!

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Wright County commissioners vote to remove Flock camera funding from preliminary 2027 budget, ask sheriff to brief board
After extended debate about privacy and data collection, the Wright County Board voted to remove funding for Flock automated license‑plate reader cameras from the preliminary 2027 budget and scheduled Sheriff Derringer to present information at the Aug. 25 meeting.
citizenportal.ai
August 22, 2026 at 12:20 AM
Wright County drainage trustees have greenlit a $1.22 million upgrade for Drainage District 169, with bids set to open on September 28—what changes could this mean for local landowners?

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Wright County trustees approve improvements for Drainage District 169, estimate $1.22 million in landowner costs
After a public hearing, Wright County drainage trustees approved plans for Drainage District 169 that engineers estimated would cost about $1.22 million total to landowners — roughly $884 per acre on average — and set a bid opening for Sept. 28, 2026.
citizenportal.ai
August 12, 2026 at 7:20 PM
Wright County supervisors have taken a proactive step by forming a work group to prepare for potential data-center proposals, ensuring community voices are heard in the energy conversation.

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Wright County supervisors form energy, utility and data‑center work group
Supervisors voted to create a Wright County 'energy, utility, and data center' work group to gather information and prepare for possible data‑center proposals; membership will include economic development staff, Prairie Energy representative(s) and at least two supervisors.
citizenportal.ai
August 5, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Wright County's agribusiness park is making waves with a targeted marketing push that connects 75 top-tier companies to local opportunities and workforce housing!

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CBRE outlines six‑state marketing push for Wright County Agribusiness Park
CBRE representative Mike McCree told Wright County supervisors the agribusiness park is listed on major commercial sites and that a direct outreach campaign has identified about 75 tier‑1/2 prospects; he said housing infill is being pursued to support future employers.
citizenportal.ai
August 5, 2026 at 12:34 AM
Wright County is at a crossroads as residents voice concerns about data centers and wind turbines, while energy advocates push for informed decisions—what's your take on the future of energy in your community?

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Residents and officials weigh pros and cons of data centers, battery storage and wind turbines for Wright County
Wright County supervisors hosted an extended public discussion on whether to welcome data centers, battery storage and wind turbines, with residents raising water-use, stray-voltage and wildlife concerns and energy representatives urging more fact-based study and "shelf-ready" ordinances.
citizenportal.ai
July 28, 2026 at 4:38 PM
Wright County is opening the floor to residents for essential input on data centers, battery storage, and wind turbines, as concerns about water use and safety loom large.

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Wright County opens fact-finding on data centers, battery storage and wind turbines
Supervisors and residents discussed potential data centers, battery energy storage systems and wind turbines, with officials and energy providers urging research, tours and ordinance drafting before any moratorium or regulatory action.
citizenportal.ai
July 24, 2026 at 8:07 AM
Wright County just received a top-notch clean audit rating, but a small documentation hiccup related to ARPA checks could be a lesson for the future.

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Wright County receives clean 2025 audit; one ARPA documentation deficiency noted
Auditors from CLA gave Wright County an unmodified (clean) opinion on its 2025 financial audit, finding no material weaknesses and no material audit adjustments; a single significant deficiency was reported for ARPA documentation (a missing date on suspension/debarment checks).
citizenportal.ai
July 22, 2026 at 3:18 AM
Wright County's Board of Supervisors just made key appointments and set up a dedicated fund for Veterans Affairs—find out what this means for the community!

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Wright County supervisors approve appointments, veterans fund and several budgets-related resolutions
The Wright County Board of Supervisors approved personnel appointments including a new deputy recorder and a replacement county reporter, adopted resolutions to commit fund balances and raise the capital-asset threshold, and created a restricted fund for Veterans Affairs; all measures passed by roll call or voice votes.
citizenportal.ai
July 11, 2026 at 11:01 AM
Wright County's Health and Human Services has successfully saved $750,000 through a strategic re-engineering effort, setting the stage for future efficiency and growth amid funding challenges.

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Wright County HHS outlines re-engineering that officials say yields $750,000 in initial savings
Health & Human Services Director Mike McMillan told the Wright County Board June 2 that a three-month re-engineering of HHS divisions has produced initial cost savings of about $750,000 and included reorganizing adult and disability services, public health workflow changes and a new grants supervisor; commissioners urged caution as state SNAP funding cuts loom.
citizenportal.ai
June 5, 2026 at 12:20 PM
Wright County is gearing up to secure $3 million in federal funds for the ambitious I-94 to U.S. 10 Mississippi River Crossing Project, thanks to a crucial BUILD grant application!

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Wright County board authorizes BUILD grant application for I‑94–U.S. 10 Mississippi River crossing
The Wright County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously Feb. 17 to authorize submitting a BUILD grant application for the I‑94 to U.S. 10 regional Mississippi River Crossing Project, with staff saying the request could bring roughly $3 million in non‑local funds and that Sherburne County has already pledged $1 million.
citizenportal.ai
February 18, 2026 at 4:44 AM