Wright County Courts Facing Backlog Of Cases As Coronavirus Changes Business As Usual

Over the last month-plus, the courtrooms at the Wright County Government Center have become akin to a ghost town.

Wright County Mulling Over Face Covering Policy

Wright County Commissioner Darek Vetsch said this isn’t a black-or-white, yes-or-no issue. It’s more complicated than that.

Wright County License Bureau Friday Drive-Through Deemed A Success And Will Continue

Requests can be dropped off or mailed at any time, but they will need to be received by noon Friday.

Neaton Family Named 2020 Wright County Farm Family Of The Year

The Neatons are a young family of four: Nick and Amelia, and two young sons named Albin (4) and Hugo (1).

Wright County Auditor/Treasurer Discusses First Half Property Taxes, Which Are Due Friday

After June 30, the penalty rate will increase to 2 percent and, after July 31, the rate will revert to state guidelines.

Congress Nearing Decision To Approve Great American Outdoors Act

There is no way the county could have afforded to pay for the land acquisition and park and trail improvements on its own.

Wright County Board Addresses Constituent Requests For County To Reopen On Its Own

The county has the ability to open specific operations to the public – an example being the Compost & Recycling Facility.

Wright County Board Of Commissioners Set A Special Board Meeting For May 15

In less than two months, the county board has met in special session four times.

Wright County Continues Facility Preparation For Eventual Re-Opening

The county’s timetable for closures has been tied to the guidance set forth by the governor.

Wright County To Be Part Of Air National Guard Flyover On May 6

The United States Air Force has created a flyover program called Operation American Resolve.

Wright County License Bureau To Provide Curbside Delivery On May 8 At Government Center

'We need to have the payment up front, of course, so they will need to use one of the drop boxes.'

Wright County Board Declares Correctional Officers And Employee Week From May 3 Until 9

Captain Patrick O’Malley of the Wright County Sheriff’s Office Jail Division came before the board with a resolution.

Governor Walz Extends Stay At Home Executive Order Until May 18

Wright County will update residents on website as changes are made by this decision.

Census Bureau Making Digital Push To Increase Response Rate

Census Bureau has named May 1-3 as Digital Action Weekend and is encouraging everyone to spread on social media about being counted.

Parks & Recreation Prepared For Opening In Wright County, Awaiting Go-Ahead From Governor Walz

The coronavirus pandemic has already altered Parks & Rec in a significant way.

Wright County’s Closure Of Public Counters Extended Until May 3

Public counters will remain closed to general walk-in traffic until May 18.

Wright County Board Adopts Fee Reduction For Specific Permit To Carry Applications

The board voted unanimously to approve the requested fee changes, which take effect immediately.

Wright County Auditor/Treasurer Issues Candidate Election Filing Notification

The place of filing for federal offices is the Office of the Secretary of State, State Office Building.

Wright County Exploring Security Options When The License Bureau Reopens To The Public

Long lines and irritated people were common place prior to the License Bureau being shut down by the State of Minnesota last month.

Wright County Board Holds Special Meeting From April 28 Until 30

“We’re in an odd predicament right now,” Commissioner Darek Vetsch said.

Wright County Offices Remain Operational To Meet Resident Requests For Service

Departments have come up with ways of meeting resident needs while maintaining guidelines set forth under the current state of emergency.

Wright County Parks & Recreation Department Submits 2019 Annual Report To County Board

The report includes the department’s financial statement, revenue sources, program offerings, volunteer projects and personnel/staffing.

Wright County Board Approves Reducing Penalty For Those Who Pay First-Half Property Taxes Late

At April 21 meeting of the Wright County Board of Commissioners, discussion took place about how to proceed with first half property tax.

Election Equipment Used In Presidential Nomination Primary Was A Big Success

In 2019, Wright County got a grant from the State of Minnesota to upgrade the county’s vote tabulators.

Assistance Programs Available To Wright County Veterans Struggling During Coronavirus Pandemic

To learn more about the programs in place, visit the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs website.

Wright County Board Special Meeting Scheduled For April 16 Has Been Cancelled

Last week, the meeting was tentatively scheduled because there was no board meeting scheduled for its standard time.

Wright County Board Discusses Launch Of CMRP's Framework 2030

At April 14 workshop of Wright County Board of Commissioners, Commissioner Darek Vetsch provided the board with an update on the project.

Wright County's Recorder Office Lifts Suspension On Processing Marriage License Requests

Recorder Tanya West announced that she has lifted the suspension of the Issuance of Marriage Licenses for Wright County residents.

Wright County Board Of Commissioners Extend Public Counter Closures Until May 4

The board approved setting a special board meeting for 1 p.m. Thursday, April 16 to discuss the policy.

Wright County Board Of Commissioners Extend Closure Of Public Counters Until May 4

The board approved setting a special board meeting for 1 p.m. Thursday, April 16 to discuss the policy.

Wright County Board Sets Public Hearing To Discuss Reduced Conceal And Carry Permit Fee

The county board unanimously approved setting a public hearing for 9:30 a.m. at the board’s April 28 meeting.

Wright County Health & Human Services Release 2019 Annual Report

The report includes message from Wright County HHS Director Jami Goodrum Schwartz, an executive summary, strategic imperatives and results.

Wright Country IT Department Connects Employee Voicemail And Email For Remote Workers

Mark Staller was tasked with converting voicemail messages into an email format.

Minnesota Department Of Veterans Affairs Announce Programs To Assist Wright County Vets

These services include coronavirus financial assistance, disaster relief grants and special needs grants.

Commissioner Charlie Borrell's Decides To Self-Isolate During Coronavirus Crisis

Borrell doesn’t consider what he’s doing to be quarantining – he has no COVID-19 symptoms. He is simply doing what he feels is best.

Auditor/Treasurer's Office Offers Alternative Options For Some Services

The A/T office has made the following suggestions to help residents with needs to specific issues.

Wright County Recorder's Office Places Drop Box At Office Door To Assist In Processing Documents

Wright County Recorder Tanya West said that a secure drop box has been placed in front of the recorder’s office.

Governor Tim Walz Extends Driver's License Expiration Dates By 2 Months

Last week, the state ordered all license bureaus closed for business through April 10.

Court Administration Issues Release Dealing With Court Forms And Contact Numbers

There are also various forms available through “Minnesota Guide & File” which aids in completing forms.

Court Administration Installs Amnesty Box To Accomodate Large Filing Paperwork

Security at Government Center has placed an Amnesty Box near entrance to Court Administration on the second floor of the Government Center.