Beltrami County Advances Infrastructure Projects and Dissolves Dormant Transit Board

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Beltrami County Board of Commissioners, significant actions were taken, including the approval of a comprehensive local option sales tax project list valued at over $80 million and the dissolution of the inactive Beltrami County-City of Bemidji Public Transportation Board. The meeting also addressed the successful appraisal of County Administrator Thomas Barry and updates to county personnel policies.

Beltrami County Board Reviews Jail Project Costs and New Pay Plan Amid Drug Task Force Updates

Overview: The recent meeting of the Beltrami County Board of Commissioners highlighted developments in the county’s jail project, employee compensation restructuring, and ongoing drug enforcement efforts. A reduction in the guaranteed maximum price for the jail project from an earlier estimate and the approval of a new pay plan were among the issues discussed. Updates from the local drug task force also underscored the challenges the county faces in addressing narcotics-related crimes.

Beltrami County Board Discusses DNR Land Purchase Extension, Broadband Expansion, and Community Initiatives

Overview: At the recent Beltrami County Board of Commissioners meeting, the extension of a Department of Natural Resources (DNR) land purchase option took center stage, alongside discussions about broadband expansion, community service agreements, and financial updates. The board approved extending the DNR land purchase option to gather more data on land value and develop a strategic approach, while also addressing the county’s impressive broadband infrastructure and ongoing community initiatives.

Mora School Board Approves Educational Trip to Eastern Europe Amidst Focus on Achievement Gaps

Overview: The Mora School Board convened to address several pressing educational and community matters, notably approving a student trip to Eastern Europe and discussing ongoing efforts to bridge achievement gaps among student subgroups. The meeting also highlighted various professional development initiatives and upcoming community events designed to enhance educational and extracurricular experiences for students.

Beltrami County Tackles Drug Trafficking with New Federal Designation

Overview: In the most recent meeting, the Beltrami County Board of Commissioners addressed community issues, with a primary focus on the county’s new designation as a High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA). This designation is expected to bring additional federal resources to combat the pervasive drug trafficking problem.