Absentee voting for the 11/8 General Election starts Friday 9/23

Voters who wish to vote early may come to the Historic Courthouse during regular business hours. Residents can vote by absentee ballot in person at the Elections Office on the second floor at 326 Laurel Street in Brainerd.

Community Recovery Walk-September 29 at Northland Arboretum

The Recovery Walk is a chance for the community to come together to celebrate Recovery Month by increasing awareness and understanding of mental health and substance use disorders as well as restore hope.

Adult Protection Team raises awareness for vulnerable adults in our community in September

Adult Protection Team asks you to partner with them to build awareness in the understanding of adult protection issues that impact us all either directly or indirectly. In September, local businesses will also build awareness and support.

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Begins 7/16/22

On 7/16/22, the US will transition to the 988 dialing code. 988 is a new three-digit number to call, text, or chat that connects people to the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. This is for anyone experiencing mental health–related distress.

Avian Influenza Resources

The first MN cases of Avian Influenza were identified in March & have impacted 20 counties, including CWC. Federal & State partners are working to find the disease & test any birds with clinical signs as part of the response plan. Resources available.

September is National Preparedness Month. Take time to prepare for disasters and emergencies

The 2022 theme is “A Lasting Legacy.” The life you’ve built is worth protecting. Prepare for disasters to create a lasting legacy for you and your family. The effort encourages households, businesses and communities to prepare and plan for emergencies.

Crosslake Pedestrian and Intersection Improvements

Share your input and sign for project updates at:   CrosslakeImprovements.com

Ojibwa and Nashway Roads (CR 115) Reconstruction Update

Pick A Mile Program kicks off second year to assist in county road cleanup

The Pick A Mile program was first introduced June 2021 for residents to pick a mile of county roads to help in roadside cleanup. An easy to use app allows residents to reserve an available stretch of road to cleanup as a family, business or organization.

New Land Use Permit Application Software Going Live September 28th

The Crow Wing County Land Services Department is pleased to announce that beginning Wednesday, September 28th, 2022, a new and enhanced permit application and approval system will come online as a convenient way to apply for land-use related permits.

Absentee voting for the 11/8 General Election starts Friday 9/23

Voters who wish to vote early may come to the Historic Courthouse during regular business hours. Residents can vote by absentee ballot in person at the Elections Office on the second floor at 326 Laurel Street in Brainerd.

Community Recovery Walk-September 29 at Northland Arboretum

The Recovery Walk is a chance for the community to come together to celebrate Recovery Month by increasing awareness and understanding of mental health and substance use disorders as well as restore hope.

September is National Preparedness Month. Take time to prepare for disasters and emergencies

The 2022 theme is “A Lasting Legacy.” The life you’ve built is worth protecting. Prepare for disasters to create a lasting legacy for you and your family. The effort encourages households, businesses and communities to prepare and plan for emergencies.

Adult Protection Team raises awareness for vulnerable adults in our community in September

Adult Protection Team asks you to partner with them to build awareness in the understanding of adult protection issues that impact us all either directly or indirectly. In September, local businesses will also build awareness and support.

Public Comments Requested on Short Term Rental Ordinance Revisions

The Crow Wing County Land Services Department is requesting public comment on proposed revisions to the Crow Wing County Short Term Rental Ordinance.

Protecting Groundwater Grants for Local Residents

Crow Wing County received over $90,000 in grants for local residents to seal unused wells and upgrading septic systems for protecting groundwater.

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Begins 7/16/22

On 7/16/22, the US will transition to the 988 dialing code. 988 is a new three-digit number to call, text, or chat that connects people to the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. This is for anyone experiencing mental health–related distress.

Avian Influenza Resources

The first MN cases of Avian Influenza were identified in March & have impacted 20 counties, including CWC. Federal & State partners are working to find the disease & test any birds with clinical signs as part of the response plan. Resources available.

County Receives Grant to Protect Groundwater through Well Sealing

Crow Wing County was awarded grant funding of $30,000 from the Clean Water Fund to help landowners seal unused wells in Crow Wing County and the Pine River watershed.

Pick A Mile Program kicks off second year to assist in county road cleanup

The Pick A Mile program was first introduced June 2021 for residents to pick a mile of county roads to help in roadside cleanup. An easy to use app allows residents to reserve an available stretch of road to cleanup as a family, business or organization.

New Land Use Permit Application Software Going Live September 28th

The Crow Wing County Land Services Department is pleased to announce that beginning Wednesday, September 28th, 2022, a new and enhanced permit application and approval system will come online as a convenient way to apply for land-use related permits.

Public Comments Requested on Short Term Rental Ordinance Revisions

The Crow Wing County Land Services Department is requesting public comment on proposed revisions to the Crow Wing County Short Term Rental Ordinance.

Protecting Groundwater Grants for Local Residents

Crow Wing County received over $90,000 in grants for local residents to seal unused wells and upgrading septic systems for protecting groundwater.

County Receives Grant to Protect Groundwater through Well Sealing

Crow Wing County was awarded grant funding of $30,000 from the Clean Water Fund to help landowners seal unused wells in Crow Wing County and the Pine River watershed.

Crow Wing County Committee Meeting Schedule for Sep 26-Oct 3, 2022 (published 09/23/22)

Notice of Public Hearing – Short-Term Rental Licensing Ordinance Revisions (published 09/16/22)

Summary of 08/23/22 County Board Minutes (published 09/13/22)

Land Use Ordinance Revisions (published 08/17/22)