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Polk County Public Health is proud to celebrate its 95th anniversary in 2026. Established in September 1931 as Polk County Nursing Services, the agency began with a commitment to bringing essential nursing care to residents through disease prevention and control, school health services, and health education during a time of significant public health need. Over
The Polk County Board of Commissioners met in the county boardroom at the Polk County Government Center on Tuesday. YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL APPOINTMENTSPolk County Public Health Director Sarah Reese presented the commissioners a list of recommended students to serve a two-year term on the Youth Advisory Board (YAB). Commissioners approved all recommended students: Reese was
The Polk County Board of Commissioners met on Tuesday and took action on several items, including insurance proposals, a preliminary plat approval, and the connection of a rural water system to a county shop building in Angus Township. ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICESEnvironmental Services Director Jon Steiner led off the staff presentations with a proposal to renew insurance
The Polk County Board of Commissioners met on Tuesday afternoon and heard an update on the McIntosh School Building, an opioid settlement impact report, and preliminary goals and objectives for the 2027 budget, among other topics. MCINTOSH SCHOOL BUILDING UPDATE Planning and Zoning Director Jacob Snyder provided an update to the county board on the
The Polk County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday morning in the boardroom at the Polk County Government Center in Crookston. NALOXONE PRESENTATION Polk County Health Department Director Sarah Reese and Wellness Coordinator Sarah Shimek made a presentation to the board about naloxone, or Narcan. The board was presented with wallet cards that had information about
The second annual Crookston Youth Track and Field Meet this Saturday, May 9, at KROX Radio Stadium at Crookston High School, (402 W. Fisher Avenue.) The event is open to the public, and no pre-registration is required. Polk County Public Health Director Sarah Reese says this event is an incredible opportunity for families and residents
