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- Becker County
- 6/3/25
- 06/03/2025
- 186 Minutes
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Overview: The Becker County Board of Commissioners tackled several issues during their recent meeting, with the potential threat of a measles outbreak taking center stage. Public health concerns were amplified by the recent confirmation of two measles cases in Minnesota, prompting a detailed presentation from Vanessa Coleman, a public health program coordinator. The meeting also delved into other topics, including the financial implications of the loss of a state grant affecting the county’s Supervisory Training Services (STS) program, ongoing challenges with infrastructure and storage for county departments, and the broader economic development initiatives under the purview of the Economic Development Authority (EDA).
- MN
- Becker County
- 5/20/25
- 05/20/2025
- 217 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Becker County Board of Commissioners meeting was dominated by discussions on financial proposals, watershed management, zoning ordinances, and community initiatives, leading to notable decisions impacting local governance and development. The board approved a $30,000 financial commitment to acquire and abandon rights to the Pelican River Watershed’s storage building.
- MN
- Becker County
- 5/6/25
- 05/06/2025
- 266 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Becker County Board of Commissioners meeting addressed several community issues, including the successful acquisition of a $2.8 million stormwater grant aimed at enhancing aging systems, the challenges of regulating cannabis cultivation, and the proposed purchase of a property for future use by the sheriff’s office.
- MN
- Becker County
- 4/1/25
- 04/01/2025
- 109 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent Becker County Board of Commissioners meeting, housing challenges and financial pressures took center stage. The Board discussed various housing-related issues, notably the need for affordable housing and the constraints faced by individuals seeking housing assistance. With 45 individuals on the waiting list for the housing choice voucher program and properties like Maple Hills and Frzy consistently full, the need for more housing options is evident. Renovation plans are underway for existing properties, such as new siding, windows, and decks, with an RFP in progress. The West River Town Homes experienced a vacancy, which was quickly filled. Meanwhile, the Economic Development Authority is expected to review a new screening process for childcare grants, reflecting ongoing efforts to address community needs.
- MN
- Becker County
- 3/18/25
- 03/20/2025
- 167 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Becker County Board of Commissioners meeting addressed issues including the potential purchase of public access land at Eagle Lake and the approval of opioid response funding. The board discussed the importance of retaining public access for community activities, particularly fishing, and evaluated financial support options for the acquisition. Additionally, opioid settlement funds were allocated to several projects.
