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The Brainerd Planning Commission voted 3-2 Wednesday, May 15, to recommend denial of an interim use permit for VCV to build outdoor storage compartments in the industrial park for crypto mining use.

Brainerd City Council members agreed to a hiring range of $121,171 to $141,690 for its new public utilities director.

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Nick Broyles comes to Brainerd after serving most recently as the public works director in Spearfish, South Dakota.

The new policy stems from a mandate from the 2023 Minnesota Legislative session requiring time off for all employees who work at least 80 hours a year.

Commissioners and City Council members will discuss the topic during a joint workshop at 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 8.

The mayor cast the deciding vote in a tie on wage ranges. The potential starting wage for a new administrator is now up to $145,974.

Council members will choose finalists on Jan. 16.

The city's portion of the county's tax levy will decrease to reflect the money Brainerd already levies for the Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport.

City officials expect to hire a replace for outgoing City Administrator Jennifer Bergman within the next three or four months.