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Cottonwood County postpones decision on proposed deer‑hunting firearms ordinance until at least May 1
Summary
Following public hearings on Feb. 11, the board discussed enforcement questions about a proposed Deer Hunting Firearms Ordinance and agreed by consensus to delay any vote until a future meeting, with a decision not required before May 1, 2026.
The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners on Feb. 17 discussed public hearings held Feb. 11 on a proposed Deer Hunting Firearms Ordinance but did not take a vote. Chair Thomas D. Appel clarified which entities would handle enforcement if an ordinance were adopted and said a decision does not have to be made until May 1, 2026. The board reached a consensus to postpone voting to a future meeting.
Chair Appel led the discussion about enforcement roles and noted the board could delay action; no formal motion or final action on the ordinance was recorded at the Feb. 17 meeting. Commissioners were advised to continue reviewing public input from the hearings and prepare for a future definitive vote if the board places the item on a subsequent agenda.
