Board Vacancy and Resignation Highlight Gardner Board of Health Meeting

Overview: The Gardner Board of Health meeting on December 29, 2025, underscored the ongoing challenges facing the department, with a pressing focus on unfilled positions, particularly the health director role, and the resignation announcement of the current board chair. Various health-related issues, from a neurovirus outbreak to waste management updates, were also discussed.

Dilworth City Council Grapples with Land Acquisition for New Community Center Amidst Transit and Infrastructure Updates

Overview: The Dilworth City Council meeting tackled issues, primarily focusing on the proposed new community center’s land acquisition challenges. Additional updates were provided on transit operations and ongoing infrastructure improvements, such as stormwater pond maintenance.

Crow Wing County Board Rejects Zoning Change Amid Environmental Concerns

Overview: The Crow Wing County Board of Commissioners convened to tackle a range of issues, with the most controversial being the proposed zoning change near Gilbert Lake. Despite recommendations from the Planning Commission, the board voted against rezoning a parcel from residential to commercial, citing strong opposition from the community and environmental concerns. Other topics included the establishment of the Crow Wing County Absentee Ballot Board, approval of transportation agreements, and discussions on land use ordinance amendments.

Union Town Council Considers Fair Treatment of Local Businesses Amid New Year’s Eve Controversy

Overview: The Union Town Council meeting addressed several issues, including the fairness of regulations applied to local businesses, the introduction and approval of various ordinances, and updates on municipal operations. A significant portion of the discussion focused on concerns raised by a community member about perceived unfair treatment of a black-owned business regarding operating hours on New Year’s Eve.

New Ulm Secures $20,000 Grant for Critical Wellhead Protection Efforts

Overview: In a recent meeting of the New Ulm Public Utilities Commission, the city received a $20,000 grant from the Minnesota Department of Health aimed at supporting wellhead protection goals outlined in the 2017 plan. This funding will aid in the assessment and planning for the reconstruction of wells 22 and 23, a project expected to surpass the grant’s financial scope.