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MnDOT is tackling the frequent flooding and closures at three critical river crossings in Scott County—could their solutions change the way we travel?

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MnDOT-led study seeks solutions for frequent closures at three Southwest Metro river crossings
MnDOT, Scott County and Carver County will model river hydraulics and traffic at three river crossings (Highway 41, County 9/11, and TH 25) to develop concept alternatives and prioritize improvements; traffic modeling partnership was approved Jan. 6 and options expected by spring/summer.
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February 1, 2026 at 2:19 AM
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Scott County officials reveal shocking updates on the Merriam Junction Regional Trail construction as unexpected riverbank conditions threaten to inflate costs into the millions!

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Scott-County-led Merriam Junction Trail hits unexpected riverbank problem; supplemental change order expected
Scott County engineers said construction of the Merriam Junction Regional Trail is underway but staff discovered inaccurate river-profile data that requires additional riverbank stabilization; counties expect a multi-million-dollar supplemental agreement to cover extra riprap and embankment work.
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January 31, 2026 at 12:27 AM
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Counties are bracing for a financial crisis in Health and Human Services as federal changes threaten to shift significant costs; urgent action is needed to protect vital services.

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Counties warn HR1 and federal changes will shift significant costs to local government; urge system modernization and legislative fixes
Carver and Scott County Health & Human Services directors warned that recent federal changes (HR1) and SNAP/Medicaid rule shifts could impose large county costs; staff recommended immediate bridging fixes, long-term system modernization, and unified legislative messaging to limit county exposure.
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January 30, 2026 at 5:03 AM
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Scott County IT is moving forward with Tyler Technologies for jail management and permitting software after a comprehensive procurement process—what does this mean for the future of local governance?

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Scott County staff to begin negotiations with Tyler Technologies for jail management and permitting software
After a multi-step procurement, county IT recommended beginning contract negotiations with Tyler Technologies for a jail management system and switching community development software negotiations from HS GovTech to Tyler; staff said final contracts will return to the board for approval.
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January 23, 2026 at 12:31 PM
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Scott County has officially awarded a $558,448.99 contract to SC Construction for vital pavement sealing, while also gearing up for a $3 million Bridge 28 replacement project!

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Scott County awards CCMG seal contract to SC Construction; Bridge 28 replacement estimated at about $3 million
County commissioners awarded the CCMG seal-coat contract to low bidder SC Construction ($558,448.99) and received a Highway Department update on Bridge 28, including a current construction estimate near $3.0 million with ~20% contingency and the need to acquire four parcels (~1.5 acres).
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January 8, 2026 at 6:04 PM
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Scott County is securing federal funds to kickstart critical flood restoration projects, but they need your support for the local match to make it happen!

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Scott County Board Accepts NRCS Award and Agrees to Reserve Funds for Cove Creek Work
Supervisors voted to accept and 'lock in' a federal NRCS award for stream/creek restoration projects (including a project labeled SCOTT 3) and to place the funding into a county account for future draw-down; the county would be responsible for a local match and engineering costs if projects proceed.
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January 8, 2026 at 6:01 PM
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Scott County residents are alarmed as reports of pediatric cancer cases soar, urging local leaders to take action and support affected families.

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Residents Tell Scott County Supervisors They Are Seeing a Spike in Pediatric Cancer Cases; Public Health Agencies Mobilize
Speakers at the Jan. 7 Scott County Board meeting urged supervisors to help families after residents and a local oncology nurse said the county has seen a cluster of pediatric cancers; the Virginia Department of Health and other agencies are convening an investigation and a public meeting was scheduled for Jan. 8 at Gate City Middle School.
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January 8, 2026 at 5:18 PM
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Scott County commissioners just approved a comprehensive consent agenda that lays the groundwork for future transportation projects and flood resiliency efforts!

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Scott County commissioners approve multi-item consent agenda including labor pacts and highway agreements
The Scott County Board adopted its Jan. 6 consent agenda, which included adoption of 2026 operating rules, multi-year labor agreements, highway project agreements and payments, a grant agreement for federal funding application support, and authorization of flood resiliency study work for the Southwest Metro River Crossing.
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January 7, 2026 at 10:38 PM
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Scott County councilors approved significant year-end appropriations, including a $60,835 compactor purchase, while raising concerns over budget discrepancies and negative balances that demand immediate attention.

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Scott County council approves year-end appropriations, majority of transfer resolutions after ledger reviews
At a Dec. 30 Scott County council meeting, members approved a slate of year-end additional appropriations — including $60,835 for a transfer-station compactor — and enacted a series of transfer resolutions to rebalance departmental budgets while flagging several negative or unappropriated lines for follow-up.
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January 4, 2026 at 10:23 PM
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Scott County is taking a stand against a staggering 46% water rate hike that residents say isn't justified by visible improvements.

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Scott County votes to retain counsel to challenge Bluegrass Water rate increase
Scott County Fiscal Court voted to retain outside counsel to intervene in a Bluegrass Water application at the Public Service Commission after residents said rates rose despite limited local maintenance. The court authorized filing a motion to intervene and to explore cost-sharing with other jurisdictions.
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December 27, 2025 at 2:46 AM
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Scott County Ditch Board has hit the pause button on abandoning County Ditch No. 4 as Credit River pushes for a transfer, raising questions about liability and engineering costs.

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Scott County Ditch Board pauses abandonment proceedings for County Ditch No. 4 after Credit River votes to seek transfer
The Scott County Ditch Board voted to continue the abandonment proceedings for County Drainage Ditch No. 4 indefinitely after Credit River council voted to pursue a petition to transfer the ditch; the city said it would not accept pre-transfer liability, and an engineer's report (statutory requirement) was estimated at roughly $20,000.
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December 25, 2025 at 4:24 PM
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899. Forest, Scott County (MS09)

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899. Forest, Scott County (MS09)
Another small-town courthouse which, like Decatur, was neither bad nor good.  Perfectly adequate is a thing.  I thought that Forest might be a city of chickens, much like Winnfield with pigs and Ma…
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December 25, 2025 at 2:57 PM
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Scott County is taking bold steps for the future by adopting a comprehensive 2026 legislative platform that prioritizes health services and a $5.5M investment in the Merriam Junction Trail!

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Scott County adopts 2026 legislative platform, seeks $5.5M for Merriam Junction Trail
The board approved a 2026 legislative platform that calls for mitigating SNAP and Medicaid cost shifts to counties, modernizing HHS systems, supporting the African American Family Preservation and Child Welfare Disproportionality Act, and bonding priorities including $5.5 million for the Merriam Junction Trail and upgrades to 800 MHz public safety radio equipment.
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December 21, 2025 at 12:46 AM
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Scott County's Board has approved a significant budget for 2026, driven by unexpected state and federal cost shifts that could impact taxpayers.

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Scott County sets 2026 net levy at $96.68 million and adopts budget, citing state cost shifts
The Scott County Board approved a 2026 gross levy of $104,920,829 (net $96,680,324 after certified aids) and adopted the 2026 operating and capital budgets, citing state and federal cost shifts, contract increases and a $1 million levy contingency.
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December 21, 2025 at 12:45 AM
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Scott County is poised to accelerate its broadband expansion by approving a significant drawdown of federal grant funds, but it all hinges on federal approval!

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Scott County authorizes conditional early closeout and drawdown for broadband grant
The fiscal court approved a conditional early closeout and drawdown of broadband grant funds, pending federal approval: $765,600 payable to Charter and $61,600 reimbursed to Scott County for grant administration, with final action contingent on NIST/NTIA acceptance.
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December 20, 2025 at 11:28 AM
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December 9, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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Scott County's specialty courts are transforming lives with expanded eligibility, focused support, and success stories that highlight the power of housing and mentorship in reducing recidivism.

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Scott County outlines treatment and veterans court outcomes; program expands referrals, stresses housing and peer support
County staff and judges updated commissioners on specialty courts Nov. 18, reporting expanded eligibility after 2024 statutory changes, improved life factors (housing, employment, child contact) for graduates, and emphasis on transformation houses, curfew checks and peer/mentor supports to reduce recidivism.
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November 29, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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The Scott County Ditch Board is grappling with the future of County Ditch 4, facing potential abandonment as rehabilitation bids soar above $140,000.

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Scott County Ditch Board weighs abandoning Ditch 4 after rehabilitation bids top $140,000; continuation scheduled
County Ditch 4 hearings resumed Nov. 18 as staff reported a full rehabilitation bid of $141,125 and presented assessment scenarios showing large per-parcel impacts. The board voted to meet with Credit River officials and continued the public hearing to Dec. 16 at 8:00 a.m.
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November 29, 2025 at 7:52 AM
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Measles has made a comeback in Scott County, with health officials urging immediate vaccination as local coverage falls dangerously short of protective levels.

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Scott County health officials warn after first local measles case; urge vaccination as coverage lags
Public health officials told the county board on Nov. 18 that measles is resurging nationally and that Scott County reported its first confirmed case after overseas travel. Dr. Wilcox said local MMR coverage (about 84.8%) falls well short of the roughly 94.6% needed to prevent spread and urged vaccination and provider outreach.
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November 29, 2025 at 7:45 AM
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Scott County just took a significant step towards shaping its RV campground landscape with the approval of a new zoning ordinance, sparking heated debates and crucial amendments along the way.

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Scott County approves first reading of RV campground zoning ordinance with amendments after extended debate
The Scott County Fiscal Court held a lengthy public discussion and approved the first reading of Ordinance 25-03, which adds definitions and standards for RV campgrounds. The court adopted several amendments — including an accessory-use carve-out, language edits, and access/roadway changes — and scheduled a second reading with a clean copy.
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November 15, 2025 at 12:14 PM
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Scott County is gearing up for a transformative upgrade at Great Crossing Park, proposing new baseball and softball fields along with a permanent amphitheater to meet surging community demand!

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Court to consider design for Great Crossing Park fields, pool and amphitheater in interlocal plan with city
Scott County presented a resolution to advance design work at Great Crossing Park for additional youth baseball/softball fields, a proposed amphitheater and to coordinate a lap pool design with the city. Officials discussed turf vs. dirt fields, parking, and possible professional services by Bransetter Carroll. The court said it will bring the item
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November 9, 2025 at 8:37 AM
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Scott County is rewriting its RV and campground rules, sparking a heated debate over safety, sewer standards, and insurance requirements!

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Scott County work session advances major rewrite of RV and campground rules amid debate over sewer, insurance and road safety
Planning staff presented an 11‑page draft RV ordinance that creates a density matrix tying permitted RV uses to road width, utilities and site features. Magistrates and public commenters debated private sanitary sewer requirements (WEDCO approval), pollution insurance versus surety bonds, whether accessory uses should have lower requirements, and a
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November 9, 2025 at 8:36 AM
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Scott County is stepping up with $100,000 to support local food shelves as SNAP and WIC benefits face uncertainty amid a federal shutdown.

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Scott County authorizes $100,000 for food shelves, sends letters as SNAP/WIC payments are delayed
The Scott County Board adopted a $100,000 emergency budget amendment for local food shelves and approved letters to state and federal delegations after staff warned that a federal government shutdown threatened November SNAP benefit payments. Staff described coordinated county and community response efforts, a new donation portal, and recent one‑‑‑
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November 5, 2025 at 12:14 PM
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Scott County is gearing up for exciting new attractions, including a temporary ice rink and a permanent amphitheater, thanks to the appointment of Jessica Collier to the Visitor Commission!

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Commissioners appoint Jessica Collier to Visitor Commission; commissioners back exploratory plans for ice rink, amphitheater and community bus
The board appointed Jessica Collier to replace a vacancy on the Visitor Commission and voiced preliminary support for the commission’s ideas — a temporary synthetic ice rink, a permanent amphitheater and a community bus — while asking staff to evaluate insurance, historic-preservation approvals and logistics.
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October 16, 2025 at 3:46 AM
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Scott County is taking action to enhance safety on the roads by installing new stop signs at critical intersections after reviewing crash data.

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Commissioners approve stop‑sign ordinances and award highway department bids for heaters and roof work
The board approved ordinances to add stop signs at multiple county intersections, adopted the placements as a 1st‑reading ordinance, and awarded low bids for a heater and for a shop roof with some items tabled for budget‑year 2026.
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October 15, 2025 at 9:13 PM