Mountain Lake Police Department reported 35 Calls from November 24th to November 30th. Officers cited many vehicles for Snow Emergency Violations, responded to a neighbor dispute over snowblowing, assisted with traffic for vehicles off the roadway, responded to a domestic dispute in Mt Lake and assisted the Mt Lake Fire Department with a Structure Fire. For a full listing of all calls from the Mountain Lake Police Department click on link below.
Mountain Lake Police Department November 24th to November 30th
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The Jackson County Board of Commissioners met on Tuesday, Commissioners moved quickly through consent items including out-of-state travel requests, a Natural Resources Block Grant agreement for 2026 and 2027, gravel crushing quotes, an HVAC service agreement, and the Blue Earth Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan. They also reviewed the Child Support Cooperative Agreement and plans for the Sunrise Estates Trail connection. The board then heard from DVHHS representatives Michelle Ebbers and Lindsay Chapman, presenting project applications connected to statewide opioid settlement funding. Later, County Administrator Ryan Krosch brought forward updates to the county’s Employee Policy Handbook. Committee reports followed. The Commissioners’ meeting was adjourned, and the Drainage Authority session started. The agenda included approval of drainage minutes from November 18th, and a public hearing held on November 19th. Drainage Coordinator Kelly Rasche presented two key items—continuations of hearings related to a redetermination of benefits and the proposed consolidation of County Ditch 7 and Judicial Ditch 7. Full minutes are available through the Jackson County Administrator’s Office or online on the County website.
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The Lakefield Police Department is reminding residents to stay vigilant as package thefts spike during the holiday season. Police say porch pirates aren’t the only concern this year. They’re urging residents to set up delivery alerts and, when possible, ask a trusted neighbor to bring packages inside if you’re not home. Lockboxes, secure porch bins, and even doorbell cameras can also help deter thieves and provide evidence if a package goes missing. But the warning doesn’t stop there. The department says cyber-criminals are increasingly using fake delivery notices and messages to trick people into sharing personal information. They advise residents to verify any delivery communication through the company’s official website never through contact details provided in an unexpected note or message. Another issue this season: misdelivered packages. Police say several residents recently received items meant for others because incomplete addresses led carriers to guess the closest match. Those mix-ups resulted in police involvement to sort out the confusion. The Lakefield Police Department says a few simple precautions can go a long way in keeping your holiday deliveries safe.
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The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday. Commissioners awarded a major fuel contract, accepting a bid from Staples Oil Company totaling just under $396,000, along with yearly monitoring, reporting, and maintenance services at $1,800 each. The board approved a one-year extension of the landfill land rental lease with Darelyn Harrington. Commissioners also authorized a final payment of just over $276,000 to Duininck, Incorporated for work on several county road projects. A significant portion of Tuesday’s meeting focused on opioid settlement funding. The board approved a series of grants to support treatment, recovery, and community services.
Awards included:
– $2,000 to the Minnesota Department of Corrections for gas cards assisting individuals in treatment and recovery.
– $5,000 to Reinbows, Inc. for its equine therapy program.
– $24,000 each to the New Life Treatment Center, R.A.Y.S. Unlimited, AGAPE, and Sober Hope Living House for expanded treatment access, recovery stability, education, and sober housing initiatives.
– $3,000 to Des Moines Valley Health and Human Services for substance use disorder consultation services.
– And nearly $10,000 to the DOC for TIDES training, supporting trauma-informed supervision models.
Commissioners approved the 2026–2027 cooperative agreement for child support services between Cottonwood and Jackson Counties, as well as an amended joint powers agreement for the continued operation of Area II Minnesota River Basin Projects. Commissioners also adopted a new IA policy and set the 2026 salaries for several elected officials.
– $140,500 for the Sheriff,
– $175,275 for the County Attorney,
– $107,900 for the Auditor/Treasurer, and
– $93,450 for the County Recorder.
December warrants totaling $870,400.92 were approved and the annual Truth in Taxation hearing took place at the conclusion of the meeting.