Wright County Board Meeting 11-3-26

Wright County Board meeting, November 3, 2026: The board approved its agenda and consent agenda, including an added memorandum of agreement for county contributions to the 2027 health insurance plans for International Union of Operating Engineers Local 49. No dollar amount or vendor contract was specified. The board considered Resolution 2671 supporting allocations for local road improvements; the transcript does not capture its final vote. Resolution 2672, supporting safety and capacity improvements on Interstate 94 and continued advocacy for the corridor, passed unanimously. These were support and funding-allocation matters; no bid, vendor selection, or contract award was identified.

The board also considered a discretionary environmental assessment worksheet petition concerning Hidden Acres’ dog-boarding, grooming, and training operation, including a proposed 18,100-square-foot building and capacity of up to 400 dogs. After hearing from commissioners, the petitioner, the applicant, and neighboring property owners, the board adopted Resolution 2673, determining that an EAW was not required, by a 3–1 vote. Discussion raised broader concerns about monitoring and recording compliance with township permits. No procurement activity was identified.