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Clay County approves committee recommendations to spend MPCA settlement funds on Morehead projects
Summary
The board approved using up to $120,000 from an MPCA allocation (portion of a $129,540 settlement from Anheuser‑Busch) for five Morehead projects including tree planting, river corridor amenities, pollinator plantings, trail lighting and crosswalk painting; staff and city partners said the full award must be reported and spent under a one‑year statute by June 3, 2026.
The Clay County Board approved committee recommendations for spending MPCA settlement dollars stemming from a pollution settlement related to the Anheuser‑Busch/Budweiser plant.
Patrick Hollister explained the Partnership for Health Community Health Board received $129,540 and committee members developed five options aimed at Morehead that together total roughly $120,000: Arbor Day tree plantings (estimated $14,574), river corridor amenities ($11,215), pollinator plantings ($17,600), Bluestem Bridal Trail lighting ($25,600) and crosswalk painting around Moorhead Area Public Schools (allowance noted; $80,100 line…
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