Winona County Commissioners Deliberate on Great River Bluff Park Land Acquisition and Hunting Regulations

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Winona County Board of Commissioners, the board focused on the proposed inclusion of a 20-acre tract of land into the statutory boundary of Great River Bluff State Park, a motion that would allow the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to attempt to purchase the entire 56-acre parcel from a private landowner. This proposal, although not immediately actionable, sparked a discussion among commissioners about the implications of expanding park boundaries, particularly regarding the potential effects on local property taxes.

Winona County Board Meeting Debates Rifle Zone, Overtime Policy, and Law Enforcement Center Plans

Overview: During a recent meeting, the Winona County Board of Commissioners faced debates on the introduction of rifles for deer hunting, a new overtime policy, and the future of the county’s law enforcement center. Public comments dominated the session, with strong opinions expressed on both the rifle zone proposal and ongoing community development funding challenges.

Winona County Planning Commission Debates Cannabis Cultivation Amid Community Concerns

Overview: The Winona County Planning Commission meeting on July 15, 2025, was marked by discussions surrounding a controversial proposal for a cannabis cultivation operation, drawing public interest and concern. The meeting also covered a variance approval for a parcel in St. Charles Township and a conditional interim use permit for a residential building site in New Hartford Township.

Winona County Board Tackles Drug-Related Deaths and Future of Apple Blossom Park

Overview: The Winona County Board of Commissioners meeting addressed several issues, with discussions on the rise in drug-related deaths and the future development plans for Apple Blossom Park. These topics were central to the meeting, highlighting significant public health concerns and community development challenges.

Winona County Commissioners Address Mental Health Funding Gaps and Legislative Challenges

Overview: The recent meeting of the Winona County Board of Commissioners focused on critical funding issues affecting mental health services, legislative updates impacting local governance, and various other community matters. Key topics included the approval of a contract with Hayawatha Valley Mental Health Center to address post-incarceration care coordination, discussions on legislative priorities and funding mechanisms, and the impacts of state budget cuts on local projects.