{
 "city": "Winona County",
 "state": "Minnesota",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/winonacounty.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-23",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-23",
   "body": "Economic Development Authority Board",
   "headline": "July 23 EDA meeting canceled",
   "summary": "The July 23, 2026, meeting of the Winona County Economic Development Authority has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 27, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07232026-1435",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
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 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-16",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Public hearing on 6 permit requests, including 499-person event in A/RC zone",
   "summary": "The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on six conditional/interim use permit petitions. One request seeks to allow a one-day public gathering of up to 499 people on private land in the Agricultural-Resource Conservation (A/RC) Zoning District. Five other petitions involve new dwellings on less than required acreage in the A/RC district, with two also within the Shoreland Overlay District. The commission will also consider altering its start time and receive updates from the Board of Adjustment and County Board.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07162026-1433",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-16",
   "body": "Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Board to consider variance for home on prime farmland soils",
   "summary": "The Winona County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a petition by Mitchell McNally, and James & Sheila McNally for a variance from Zoning Ordinance Chapter 10.4.7.6 to allow a single-family dwelling on class I–III soils in the Agriculture/Resource Conservation district. Staff recommends approval with conditions, including obtaining a conditional use permit. The property is located in Homer Township (Parcel ID 06.000.4760) along McNally Ridge Rd.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07162026-1432",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Winona County Board",
   "headline": "Winona County Board to discuss 2027 levy and boundary changes",
   "summary": "The Board of Commissioners will consider a preliminary levy resolution and a proposed boundary change presented by the DNR. The meeting includes several contract awards and the approval of a county abatement policy.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-1434",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-25",
   "body": "Economic Development Authority Board",
   "headline": "Winona County Economic Development Authority meeting canceled",
   "summary": "The Economic Development Authority meeting scheduled for June 25, 2026, has been canceled by Planning & Environmental Services. No items were decided or discussed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06252026-1430",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Winona County Board",
   "headline": "County Board to vote on amended 2026 fee schedule and intergovernmental 911 agreement",
   "summary": "The Winona County Board will hold a regular meeting at 6:00 PM, preceded by a Board of Appeal and Equalization meeting at 5:55 PM. The board is scheduled to vote on a consent agenda that includes an amended 2026 fee schedule, an intergovernmental agreement for emergency communications support with Rice and Steele 911 Center, renewal of liquor licenses, and several IT and highway projects. In general business, the board will appoint liaisons and receive information on awarding a 2027-2031 recycling services contract.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-1431",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06232026-1431",
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-18",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to consider an Interim Use Permit for 10,526 cubic yards of fill",
   "summary": "The Winona County Planning Commission will review a petition by the Mark J Henderson Family Trusts for an Interim Use Permit to place 10,526 cubic yards of earthen fill on two parcels in the Zenke Subdivision. The fill, sourced from a nearby MN DOT highway project, is intended to raise grades for a new dwelling on lot 5 and a storage structure on Outlot A. Staff recommend approval with conditions on road repair, compliance with regulations, and final inspection.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06182026-1429",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06182026-1429",
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-18",
   "body": "Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": "June 18 Winona County Board of Adjustment meeting cancelled",
   "summary": "The June 18, 2026, Winona County Board of Adjustment meeting has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is July 16, 2026, at 1:00 pm.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06182026-1427",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Board of Appeal & Equalization",
   "headline": "Board to hear appeals and act on 2026 property value increases",
   "summary": "The Winona County Board of Appeal and Equalization will hear property owner appeals and vote on the assessor's 2026 assessment report, which recommends significant value increases: base house value per square foot rose from $170 to $189, commercial buildings increased 25%, and apartments rose 7-13%. Several districts have median sales ratios below the 90% threshold, requiring mandatory increases. The board will also act on the assessor's consent change list.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-1428",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06162026-1428",
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "Winona County Board",
   "headline": "County Board to hold public hearing on amending 2026 fee schedule",
   "summary": "The Winona County Board will hold a public hearing to consider amendments to the 2026 fee schedule. The consent agenda includes appointments, bid awards, grant approval, and other routine items. Regular business also includes committee reports and communications.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06092026-1426",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06092026-1426",
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-02",
   "body": "Parks & Environment Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Committee to discuss grant application for Apple Blossom Park and comprehensive plan input",
   "summary": "At this meeting, the committee will discuss a Legacy Conservation Grant application for Apple Blossom Park and hold a comprehensive plan input session with Lew Overhaug. Old business includes review of the Outline of Operations approved by the county board on May 12. Progress reports will be given on Stone Point Park, Apple Blossom Park, and Farmers Park.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06022026-1425",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-28",
   "body": "Economic Development Authority Board",
   "headline": "Winona County Economic Development Authority meeting canceled",
   "summary": "The Economic Development Authority meeting scheduled for May 28, 2026, has been canceled by Planning & Environmental Services. No other business is listed for this date.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05282026-1422",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "Winona County Board",
   "headline": "Winona County Board to award road surfacing bids to Scott Construction, Inc.",
   "summary": "The Winona County Board of Commissioners will meet to award bids for 2026 road projects and approve a boating safety grant. The board will also discuss the Law Enforcement Center remodel and the potential replacement of the state flag.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-1423",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05262026-1423",
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "Whitewater Joint Powers Board (WWJPB)",
   "headline": "Whitewater Joint Powers Board to formalize disbandment",
   "summary": "The board is meeting for its final session to formalize the disbandment of the organization. Members will discuss the disposal of remaining properties and acknowledge resolutions from partners to terminate the Joint Powers Agreement.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-1424",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05262026-1424",
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-21",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "May 21 Planning Commission meeting cancelled",
   "summary": "The May 21, 2026, Planning Commission meeting has been canceled by Planning & Environmental Services. The next scheduled meeting is June 18, 2026, at 7:00 pm.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05212026-1420",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-21",
   "body": "Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Board will consider variance for single‑family dwelling on Windy Point Rd parcel",
   "summary": "The Winona County Board of Adjustment will hear Petition BOA 05-21-26-01 from Sarah Slaby on behalf of Vicki Tiedemann requesting a variance from WCZO Chapter 10.4.7.6. The variance would allow a single‑family dwelling on a ~44.02‑acre parcel at the end of Windy Point Rd that contains about 51% Class I‑III soils, exceeding the ordinance’s soil‑type limits. Staff have prepared findings and recommendations, and public comments have been solicited.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05212026-1421",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05212026-1421",
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-12",
   "body": "Winona County Board",
   "headline": "Board to discuss potential moratorium on scenic byway development",
   "summary": "The Winona County Board will consider several consent items including two conditional use permits and a professional services agreement. In general business, they will discuss a potential moratorium on development along scenic byways. The board will also discuss replacing the Minnesota state flag with a new design and future agenda items on data centers. A working session on the future budget is scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05122026-1418",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05122026-1418",
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-28",
   "body": "Winona County Board",
   "headline": "County board to discuss moratorium on scenic byway development",
   "summary": "The Winona County Board will discuss a potential moratorium on development along scenic byways and approve various contracts, including road resurfacing and a mental health center partnership. The meeting also includes the appointment of a new county assessor and approval of a data backup solution.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04282026-1417",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04282026-1417",
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-23",
   "body": "Economic Development Authority Board",
   "headline": "EDA to discuss Kickass Store LLC loan",
   "summary": "The Winona County Economic Development Authority will hold its regular meeting on April 23, 2026, to approve minutes, review financial reports and loan status, and discuss new business including a loan for Kickass Store LLC. Old business includes a workshop on the comprehensive plan and the 2026 workplan survey.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04232026-1416",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-16",
   "body": "Planning Commission",
   "headline": "Planning Commission to review two land‑use petitions: home and recycling plant",
   "summary": "The commission will consider a petition by Jake and Edna Shetler for a Conditional Use Permit to build a single‑family dwelling on less than 40 contiguous acres. It will also consider a petition by Randy Tarjeson for an Interim Use Permit to operate a recycling baler manufacturing business in Fremont Township. The agenda includes routine approvals of the agenda, the March 19 minutes, and an amendment to the Rules of Procedure.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04162026-1413",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-16",
   "body": "Board of Adjustment",
   "headline": "Board to decide on variance for dwelling near feedlot",
   "summary": "The Winona County Board of Adjustment will consider a variance for Jake and Edna Shetler to keep a dwelling located 275 feet from a feedlot, which is less than the required 1,000 feet, and to allow the dwelling to be built on prime soils. The structure was built without permits and is currently used as living quarters for the petitioner's son and family.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04162026-1412",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-14",
   "body": "Road & Bridge Committee",
   "headline": "County route signs to switch from white squares to blue pentagons",
   "summary": "The Winona County Road & Bridge Committee will discuss winter gravel road maintenance, a change to county route sign design, the alignment of County Road 39, and review capital items for equipment, road and bridge projects. Updates on maintenance and construction projects will also be provided.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04142026-1414",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-14",
   "body": "Winona County Board",
   "headline": "Board to approve emergency declaration and approve fuel, truck, and labor contracts",
   "summary": "The Winona County Board will approve a local state of emergency declaration and ratify it. The board will also award contracts for fuel, two plow truck chassis, and a labor agreement, and approve software and grant agreements.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04142026-1415",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04142026-1415",
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-08",
   "body": "Stockton Rollingstone Minnesota City Watershed District",
   "headline": "Board approved multiple pond clean‑out projects at the meeting",
   "summary": "The Watershed District board reviewed several items, including a Treasurer’s Report to be emailed, updates on Rollingstone ponds, a scholarship review, and plans to start the 2025 audit. They approved pond clean‑out work for several individuals, with some marked as completed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04082026-1419",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-07",
   "body": "Parks & Environment Advisory Committee",
   "headline": "Parks & Environment Advisory Committee meeting cancelled",
   "summary": "The Parks & Environment Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for April 7, 2026, has been cancelled by Planning & Environmental Services.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04072026-1411",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-26",
   "body": "Economic Development Authority Board",
   "headline": "Winona County EDA to elect officers and review 2026 work plan",
   "summary": "The Economic Development Authority will hold elections for President and Vice President. The board will also discuss the 2026 work plan, a comprehensive plan workshop, and current loan statuses.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03262026-1409",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03262026-1409",
   "source": "https://www.winonacounty.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}