Kandiyohi County Board Sets Preliminary 2026 Budget Levy at 7.1% Amid Fiscal Challenges

Overview: The Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners convened to deliberate and approve a preliminary budget for 2026, ultimately setting the levy increase at 7.1%. This decision follows discussions on fiscal responsibility, reserve usage, and the county’s future financial readiness, particularly in light of potential shifts in health and human services costs.

MACCRAY School Board Addresses Harassment Policy and Zero Graduation Rate Reporting Glitch

Overview: During the MACCRAY School Board meeting, the main topics of discussion included updates to the harassment policy, inaccuracies in graduation rate reporting, and several operational improvements within the district. The board focused on ensuring compliance with state laws regarding harassment, clarifying the reasons behind a reported zero graduation rate, and discussing facility enhancements and staff training initiatives.

Kandiyohi County Faces New Challenges in Water Level Management and Health Insurance Overhaul

Overview: The Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners meeting delved into issues concerning water level management for local lakes, an overhaul of employee health insurance options, and the implementation of innovative programs to address substance abuse and mental health challenges.

Kandiyohi County Declares State of Emergency Following July Storms, Approves Strategic Plan and Lease Proposals

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners declared a state of emergency following severe storms in July, approved a strategic plan for the county, and discussed a proposal for leasing county-owned property. The board’s actions address infrastructure damage, outline future development goals, and explore new opportunities for county land use.

MACCRAY School Board Delays Student Handbook Approval Due to Missing Copies

Overview: In a recent MACCRAY School Board meeting, members decided to delay the approval of the student handbook until they could review a physical copy. This decision stemmed from concerns about approving the document without having seen it, despite assurances that no substantial changes had been made from the previous year except for an update to the discipline matrix.