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Humboldt and Wright counties approve memorandum of understanding for joint drainage districts
Summary
Supervisors in Humboldt and Wright counties approved a memorandum of understanding allowing each county to approve up to $15,000 on joint drainage matters, with documentation and work-order coordination required.
Humboldt County supervisors and representatives from Wright County approved a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to coordinate work on joint drainage districts and authorize spending up to $15,000 per side for agreed work.
Dean Clues (Wright County supervisor) moved to approve the MOU concerning joint drainage districts; Mike Carpenter seconded the motion. The record shows both Wright County and Humboldt County voted "Aye" and the motion carried.
Why this matters: The MOU clarifies procedures and spending thresholds for joint drainage districts that cross county lines, and supervisors emphasized the importance of documentation and communication (work orders, photographs) so both counties know what work is underway.
Details from the meeting
- Scope and threshold: The MOU sets a threshold so each county can approve work up to $15,000 for joint drainage districts and requires that work orders be passed between counties with accompanying documentation.
- Documentation and oversight: Supervisors said they expect pre- and post-construction documentation — including photos — and operational coordination so each county has notice when joint work is planned or executed.
- Vote: Motion to approve MOU passed with affirmative votes from representatives of both Wright and Humboldt counties; no abstentions were recorded.
The MOU was approved at the meeting and will be used for future coordination on joint drainage district repairs and maintenance.
