Wright County Board Elects New Leadership for 2025
The Wright County Board of Commissioners elected new leadership and swore in two commissioners during their first meeting of 2025 on Tuesday.
Commissioner Vetch was elected as the new board chair in a 4-1 vote, while Commissioner Shane was unanimously selected as vice chair. The leadership changes came after Commissioner Shane's nomination for chair failed to receive a second.
Judge John Bowen administered the oath of office to commissioners for Districts 2 and 5. The board also approved committee assignments that were previously decided at a December workshop.
In other business, the board acting as the drainage authority approved the partial abandonment of County Ditch 20, completing a project that had been under discussion for several years. Administrator Kreyer praised the teamwork between county staff and Soil and Water Conservation in resolving drainage issues for affected landowners.
The board also approved a lawful gambling application for the Rockford Lions Club and accepted donations to Health and Human Services from September through December. The next board meeting is scheduled for January 14.
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The Wright County Board of Commissioners held their first meeting of 2025 on January 7th, focusing on organizational matters including swearing in new commissioners, electing leadership, and conducting routine business. Two commissioners were sworn in for Districts 2 and 5, and the board elected new chair and vice-chair positions. The meeting also addressed several administrative items including ditch abandonment, health services matters, and gambling permits.
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Add appointment to extension committee position to workshop agenda
Present federal consultant contract for discussion
Include memos in December 17th meeting minutes
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