Crow Wing County Board Approves Housing Trust Fund Grant Despite Split Vote

Overview: The Crow Wing County Board of Commissioners convened to tackle issues, including a contentious vote on applying for a state housing trust fund matching grant, a decision about land use amendments, and discussions regarding roadway infrastructure and public health nuisances.

Brainerd School Board Votes to Terminate Facility Manager After Police Confrontation

Overview: In a decision, the Brainerd School Board voted to terminate Performing Arts Facility Manager Tim Klet following an investigation into an incident involving police officers at a school concert. The meeting also covered diverse topics including the district’s financial status, Indigenous education, and student enrollment trends.

Crow Wing County Board Addresses Public Health Nuisance and Approves Milford Memorial Park Project

Overview: At the latest Crow Wing County Board meeting, commissioners tackled a pressing public health nuisance in Brainerd, approved a infrastructure contract for Milford Memorial Park, and discussed various operational updates, including a potential ordinance change related to alarm systems and the extension of a kitchen services contract for the county jail.

Crow Wing County Board Discusses Park Usage Surge and Tightens Property Variance Regulations

Overview: During the recent Crow Wing County Board of Commissioners meeting, discussions centered around the impressive increase in park attendance and the county’s efforts to enforce more property variance regulations.

Brainerd School Board Faces Criticism Over Handling of Title IX and Task Force Renaming

Overview: The Brainerd School Board meeting was marked by significant public concern over the district’s handling of Title IX issues and decisions regarding educational programs. In a session that also included the renaming of the mental health task force, the board was urged to improve transparency and communication with the community.