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Board approves Manitou Revenge Ultra Marathon permit, 4–1 vote
Summary
The board approved a permit for the Manitou Revenge Ultra Marathon, an annual ultra-marathon largely on state land; members raised concerns about safety and insurance before the measure passed 4–1.
The Jewett Town Board approved Resolution No. 8 (2026) authorizing the Manitou Revenge Ultra Marathon to occur within town boundaries, noting most of the route crosses state land.
Chair (S2) described the item as an annual authorization and said the town had approved similar permits in prior years. One council member voiced concern about injury risk and insurance during trails and potential conflict with hunting season; the board discussed those safety considerations before voting. The motion passed 4–1.
S2 said of the event: "This is a resolution approving that... it's a ultra marathon race... Most of it's through state land, but within the town of Duluth." The board directed staff to confirm insurance and logistics consistent with prior practices before the event proceeds.
