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WTIP speaks with director of NERC about local jail

There is a great deal of discussion taking place in Cook County about a proposed expansion of the local jail. The county board and staff continue to consider options for any possible expansion.

Cook County Courthouse and government offices. WTIP file photo

County board hears update on proposed jail expansion

Joe Friedrichs-

There was a meeting of the Cook County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, Feb. 26. The following discussion and action items occurred during this week’s meeting.

County considers ordinance on short-term rentals

Joe Friedrichs-

The topic of vacation-rental properties was the focus of a meeting of the Cook County Board of Commissioners Tuesday, Feb. 19.

County moves forward with updates to mapping system

Joe Friedrichs-

Information was shared during a meeting of the Cook County Board of Commissioners Tuesday, Feb.

County accepts deal to resolve restaurant's debt

Joe Friedrichs-

There was a meeting of the Cook County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, Feb. 12. The county board moved into a closed session for a period during Tuesday’s meeting.

County approves plans to fund YMCA projects, equipment

Joe Friedrichs-

During a meeting of the Cook County Board of Commissioners Tuesday, Feb. 12, County Administrator Jeff Cadwell presented three items related to the local YMCA.

Cook County Public Health completes Community Needs Assessment

Cook County Public Health and Human Services has completed its Community Health Needs Assessment and will be sharing the results with the public at a meeting Wednesday, Jan. 30 from 1 to 3 p.m.

Cadwell interviews for administrator job in other Minnesota county

Joe Friedrichs-

Six months shy of reaching four years on the job, Cook County Administrator Jeff Cadwell informed WTIP this week he recently interviewed for a similar position in Becker County.

Commissioner Ginny Storlie again selected as board chair

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There was a meeting of the Cook County Board of Commissioners Tuesday, Jan. 8. The following discussion and action items occurred during Tuesday’s meeting.

Government shutdown to impact wolf research on Isle Royale

Joe Friedrichs-

The ongoing government shutdown continues to make headlines across the country as the first full we