Elections and continuous‑improvement teams notable midyear workload; special election cost reported

Administrative Services reported two school‑district referendums and a Minnesota Senate District 6 special election this year; the special election cost Crow Wing County about $110,000–$115,000. The county also highlighted a 40‑member continuous improvement team and extension‑office activity including 2,146 pesticide‑applicator tests and 2,129 4‑H fair entries.