Little Falls School Board Approves Solar Panel Installation Amid Transportation Overhauls

Overview: The Little Falls School Board meeting on August 19, 2024, covered topics, including the approval of a solar panel installation at the high school, updates to the district’s transportation plan, and the successes of the recent Kinder Camp program.

Crow Wing County Commissioners Debate Use of Opioid Funds for Sheriff’s Office

Overview: The Crow Wing County Board of Commissioners convened on August 13th to discuss several issues, including the allocation of opioid settlement funds, a funding request for the Brainerd Fire Department’s PulsePoint app, and various land use proposals.

Brainerd School Board Explores Comprehensive Community Surveys for Future Referendums

Overview: The Brainerd School Board meeting focused on the potential use of detailed community surveys to inform a planned levy referendum for November 2026, emphasizing the importance of gathering community input to shape educational priorities and funding measures. The board also discussed the approval of policy changes, land purchases, and the establishment of a new school forest, along with preparations for the upcoming school year.

Royalton School Board Confronts Petition Controversy and Prepares for Financial Decisions

Overview: The Royalton School Board meeting addressed a controversial petition regarding a school levy, discussed the district’s financial status, and reviewed upcoming policy changes. Key topics included the invalidation of a petition to add an optional levy to the ballot, a detailed financial report, and a potential bond refinancing strategy.

Crow Wing County Board Discusses Cybersecurity Incident and Advances Highway Project

Overview: The Crow Wing County Board of Commissioners discussed several key items during their recent meeting, focusing on the swift response to a cybersecurity incident that affected county operations and the advancement of a significant highway project.