October 9, 2025
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HHVS presents annual report to Commissioners
WALKER- Cass County’s Health, Human and Veteran Services Department balanced rising caseloads, major financial oversight responsibilities and expanded public health initiatives in 2025, while preparing for even greater service demands in the year ahead.
Board announces 2026 “Road Show” meeting schedule
WALKER— County Administrator Josh Stevenson shared the summer meeting schedule with the board during the regular meeting on Tuesday, April 7.
Board announces 2026 “Road Show” meeting schedule
WALKER— County Administrator Josh Stevenson shared the summer meeting schedule with the board during the regular meeting on Tuesday, April 7.
County approves AI tool to improve Health and Human Services efficiency
BACKUS— Cass County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, Mar. 17 to listen to a proposal from Health Human and Veteran Service Director Brian Buhmann regarding a new technology initiative aimed at improving efficiency and customer service.
Environmental Services reports continued activity, program updates
BACKUS — County Planner, Scott Wold presented the annual report for the Environmental Services Department to the Cass County Board, noting continued activity across multiple areas while highlighting several program updates and trends.
Commissioner Vacancy Drives Committee Changes, Special Election Planning
WALKER— Cass County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, Mar. 3 for their regular meeting with the main agenda being restructuring committee appointments with the recent and untimely Commissioner vacancy.
Sheriff Welk presents 2025 annual report
BACKUS — Cass County Sheriff Bryan Welk delivered his annual report Tuesday, Feb. 17, to the Cass County Board.
County Supports Loan to Turn Former Walker Restaurant Into Daycare
WALKER— Cass County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, Feb. 3 for their regular meeting with a brief agenda.
Cass County, Leech Lake Officials Meet in Annual Joint Session
The Cass County Board and the Leech Lake Tribal Council met for their annual joint meeting Thursday, Jan. 15 at Cedar Lakes Event Center in Cass Lake, with department heads from both the county and Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe (LLBO) providing status updates and outlining goals for the coming year.
Citizens voice concern over US Immigrations and Customs Enforcement
BACKUS— The Tuesday, Jan. 20 meeting for the Cass County Commissioner’s was well attended with citizens expressing concern regarding an enforcement agreement between Cass County Sheriff’s Department and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and whether the County could be held liable.
Commissioners elect Kangas as chair for 2026
WALKER—With the start of a new year the commissioners began the first meeting of the year with some routine annual business, Tuesday, Jan. 6.
Commissioners approve compensation packages
BACKUS — Cass County Commissioners met Tuesday, Dec. 16 for the last regular meeting of 2025.
Lee presents Longville Ambulance report
North Memorial Health EMS Relationship Specialist Kevin Lee presented the Longville ambulance third quarter report during the regular meeting Tues., Dec. 2.
Cass County Faces Rising Costs, Mandates Under New State Laws
Cass County Health, Human and Veterans Services (HHVS) is preparing for significant budget pressures in 2026 as new state laws take effect, requiring expanded services and additional staffing to meet compliance mandates.
Funding secured for SNAP and WIC through mid November
WALKER — Minnesota Woman, Infants and Children (WIC) clinics continue to operate, while the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) may see a pause in benefits according to Health, Human and Veterans Service Director Brian Buhmann during the regular commissioner board meeting Tuesday, Nov. 4.
Commissioners hear Jail Steering Committee options
BACKUS — Cass County Commissioners heard a report from County Administrator Josh Stevenson regarding recent discussion at the Jail Steering committee meeting during their regular meeting Tuesday, Oct. 21.
Berg nominated for Award of Excellence
WALKER— Board Chair Rick Haaland recognized two staff members for one year of service and an Award of Excellence during the regular meeting held Tuesday, Oct. 7.
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