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Clay County approves use of MPCA settlement funds for Morehead projects up to $120,000

Clay County Board of Commissioners · January 27, 2026
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Summary

The board approved a committee recommendation to spend up to $120,000 of MPCA settlement funds (remaining balance of $129,540) on five Morehead projects — tree planting, river corridor amenities and pollinator plantings, trail lighting, and school-area crosswalk painting — with the City of Morehead covering the gap and taking on ongoing maintenance.

Patrick Hollister presented the committee recommendation for spending $129,540 received from the MPCA as the Clay County share of the Anheuser‑Busch settlement. He explained the statute authorizing the funds requires a public process and reporting by 06/03/2026 and that the committee recommended five projects for Morehead totaling roughly $120,000 with the City of Morehead identified to cover remaining costs.

Committee options and estimated costs presented to…

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