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Beltrami County signals intent to renew membership in Minnesota Rural Counties association
Summary
After a one‑year trial, Beltrami County commissioners indicated support to continue membership in Minnesota Rural Counties (MRC) at a cost of about $29,100, citing lobbying access and assistance on solid waste and hub‑and‑spoke issues.
Beltrami County commissioners said Jan. 7 they plan to continue membership in Minnesota Rural Counties (MRC) after a one‑year trial.
Commissioners said the $29,100 affiliate fee is budgeted and that MRC offers lobbyist access tailored to Great Minnesota concerns, including solid waste issues. Commissioner Joe said MRC’s lobbyists are accessible and that the county has used MRC to gain influence on legislative language. Commissioner Craig (chair) said the county should use MRC help for the hub‑and‑spoke landfill effort.
A few commissioners said they would like to reassess the membership next year if the county does not see tangible results, but the consensus at the work session was to keep the membership for another year.
No formal board vote was recorded during the work session; county staff said the fee is budgeted and would be processed based on the board’s direction.
