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Winona County approves 2026 supplemental boating safety patrol grant agreement
Summary
The board approved a 2026 Minnesota supplemental boating safety patrol grant agreement and asked staff to clarify sheriff department roles on youth training and invasive-species inspections.
The Winona County Board voted to approve a 2026 Minnesota federal supplemental boating safety patrol grant agreement after brief discussion about training obligations and aquatic invasive-species prevention.
A commissioner asked whether the grant requires specific youth training or whether the county sheriff's office would be responsible for education and ramp inspections. Board members requested that staff and the sheriff department provide clarity about those roles and any time-sensitive requirements prior to implementation.
One commissioner remarked that the county has been active with sheriff patrols on the river and supported approval, and another commissioner suggested timely public education. The motion to approve the grant agreement was made by Commissioner Olsen and seconded by Commissioner Elsink (as recorded in the meeting minutes); the board approved the agreement by voice vote.
Staff will confirm training and invasive-species responsibilities with the sheriff's office and report back to the board if needed.
