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County approves $3,485 in memorial donations, recount agreement, gambling and tobacco permits

Stevens County Board of Commissioners · August 4, 2026
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Summary

Auditor-Treasurer reported donations of $3,485 to a veteran service, a joint recount agreement with Minnesota (state pays 4¢ per ballot if recounts occur), and approved a raffle gambling permit (Oct. 24) and a location-tied tobacco license for Morris Liquor Store.

The Auditor-Treasurer presented several routine administrative items that the board approved by voice vote. The board accepted memorial donations totaling $3,485 for a veteran service and approved a joint powers agreement with the State of Minnesota to provide recount services for primary and general elections; the state will reimburse the county 4 cents per ballot if a recount is required, the auditor said. The board also approved a gambling permit for a raffle to be held at the Old Number 1 Bar and Grill on Saturday, Oct. 24, and approved a tobacco license for Morris Liquor Store tied to its new location.

Board members asked a clarification about the donation amount and confirmed the amount on the motion paperwork before voting. No public opposition was recorded during the discussion of these administrative items.