Wright County Board Meeting 06-16-2026

The Wright County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on June 16, 2026, which included several procurement-related actions and contract approvals. The board unanimously approved resolutions 2644 and 2651, authorizing signatures on MnDOT level construction agreements for projects starting in mid-July, with the state covering costs and no local share required. They also approved resolution 2643 to accept donations totaling approximately $43,706 for updates to a memorial bench, an archery target, and an AIS station, with no impact on the county budget. Additionally, the board approved funding participation and construction agreements with the cities of Clearwater and Albertville for highway projects, emphasizing no lane closures during construction in Albertville due to traffic concerns. The meeting included discussions on improving the rezoning application process to require township input before county planning and zoning review. The board also accepted recommendations from a recent workshop covering construction delays, economic development partnership changes, a data center moratorium workgroup, and online permitting updates. The meeting concluded with a closed session on labor negotiation proposals.