Wright County OKs up to $150,000 for Albertville service center modifications

Administration asked the board to authorize modifications to the Albertville service center to create office space and security improvements to host veteran service officers and provide a local county presence. Kreiser explained the purpose and the $150,000 ask: "We are asking for a budget for modifications to the Albertville service center so we can have our VSOs and our sheriffs out there of a 150,000."

Commissioners who represent the area praised the purchase and the plan to provide satellite services to residents in the northeast portion of the county; the board approved the authorization unanimously and directed staff to proceed within the stated not‑to‑exceed amount.