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Commissioner cautious of clutter in Douglas County

Permit applications, donations, and bid contracts rounded out a fairly routine Douglas County board meeting on May 14. Inquiries from a first-term commissioner added a few points.

By Crystal Dey , May 22, 2013

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County honored for preventing child abuse

County honored for preventing child abuse Douglas County commissioners were presented with the Blue Ribbon Award at Tuesday’s county board meeting. The honor is given to counties and tribes that have exhibited excellence in efforts to prevent child abuse and neglect.

By Crystal Dey , May 16, 2013

Natural selection: Wetlands reclaim county ditch 23

Mother knows best when it comes to the literal law of the land. A public hearing regarding nature’s reclamation of wetlands in County Ditch 23 opened Tuesday’s Douglas County Commissioners’ meeting. Commissioners also approved bids and accepted grants.

By Crystal Dey , April 24, 2013

Douglas County Land and Resource report breaks down building trends

Douglas County Land and Resource report breaks down building trends If economic recovery can be measured by an increase in housing additions, we’re feeling much better. Douglas County collected $219,057 in permit fees for 2012; 11 percent more than in 2011. In fact, all but one category saw an increase. Preliminary plats are still lower in comparison with the five-year average.

By Crystal Dey , April 24, 2013

Construction projects jump ahead, races use county roads

Construction projects jump ahead, races use county roads Although west central Minnesota was hit with another winter storm Thursday, the construction season is bumping along in Douglas County. County Engineer/Public Works Director Dave Robley updated county commissioners on planned road construction in 2013.

By Crystal Dey , April 11, 2013

How much should Lakes Area Recreation pay county for rent?

How much should Lakes Area Recreation pay county for rent? How much should Lakes Area Recreation pay Douglas County for space inside the Services Center? The question caused a split vote and mixed opinions at the March 26 Douglas County commissioners meeting.

By Crystal Dey , April 05, 2013

Experience what Douglas County has to offer

The public is invited to enjoy yoga at Brophy Park, take a bicycle training course, walk through the Silk Stocking District or learn about the Bucket Brigade.

April 03, 2013

County board briefs: Sheriff's office and jail, Miltona housing expansion and Red Willow Arts Coalition

Staff at the Douglas County Jail is preparing to be compliant with the national Prison Rape Elimination Act and the next generation of 911 service is progressing at the sheriff's office. The Red Willow Arts Coalition will once again grace the courthouse lawn with groovy tunes and a housing expansion is planned in Miltona.

By Crystal Dey , April 02, 2013

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More manpower on lakes this summer, commissioners question limitations

Douglas County is beefing up it's watercraft inspector staff from five last year to eight inspectors this year. Commissioners question exactly what inspectors have the authority to execute.

By Crystal Dey , April 01, 2013

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¿Se habla español en Douglas County?

Asking for help is frustrating, especially when you aren’t speaking the same language – literally. Douglas County Social Services recognizes this hurdle with a limited English proficiency component added to the 2013 Civil Rights Compliance Plan. Spanish has been identified as the non-English language most likely to be spoken in Douglas County.

By Crystal Dey , March 28, 2013

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The ghost of assessment past: Why your taxes are high when land value is low

The past will come back to haunt you. In the world of property assessment, two years in the past directly affects the present. On March 26, 2013 the Douglas County assessor and auditor/treasurer offices will be sending out nearly 30,000 assessment notices and tax statements. Property sales from October 1, 2010 through September 30, 2011 affect the 2012 assessed values for the taxes residents will see on their payable 2013 tax statements.

By Crystal Dey , March 20, 2013

More buzz about the roundabout

More buzz about the roundabout Douglas County Commissioners OK MnDOT agreement regarding roundabout south of Alexandria, started spring bids and accepted donations at last meeting.

By Crystal Dey , March 18, 2013

Federal Affordable Care Act expansion impacts Douglas County Social Services

Douglas County commissioners approve new hires and remember Library Director. Douglas County Social Services is preparing for what could be an influx in Medical Assistance cases come January 2014. An estimated 1,500 people could be added to the department’s case load since the federal Affordable Care Act passed the House and Senate quicker than anticipated.

By Crystal Dey , February 27, 2013

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Assessing the situation on ag land in Douglas County

Douglas County Commissioners updated on land values, highway projects and regional services.

By Crystal Dey , February 18, 2013

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Douglas County board budget briefs

A new ITV system for social services, abatement approval for the Alexson, prescription savings program and incoming donations were part of Tuesday's business at the county commissioners' meeting.

By Crystal Dey , February 15, 2013

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