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Charity Event Proposal Sparks Safety and Liability Concerns at Winona County Meeting
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Overview: During the recent Winona County Planning Commission meeting, a proposed charity event titled “Corey Jump for a Cause” dominated discussions, raising concerns about safety, logistics, and liability. The event, organized by Chariots for Hope, aims to launch decommissioned vehicles off a cliff at a Dresbach Township quarry. It is projected to draw up to 499 attendees, just below the threshold that would necessitate stricter mass assembly regulations. The proposal, brought forward by Nilus Schaefer on behalf of property owners Aaron and Erica Benson, was presented as a fundraiser to support low-income families with transportation needs . . .
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Maureen Holte
Planning Board Officials:
Shepdale Austad, Jon Nicholson, Michael Flynn, Eugene Hansen, Lewis Reiman, Michael Miller, Steven Holm, Jordan Potter (Board of Adjustment Liaison), Marcia Ward (Winona County Commissioner), Josh Elsing (Alternate Winona County Commissioner)
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Meeting Type:
Planning Board
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
07/16/2026
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Recording Published:
08/10/2026
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Duration:
204 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Minnesota
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County:
Winona County
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Towns:
Altura, Dakota, Dresbach Township, Elba, Elba Township, Fremont Township, Goodview, Hart Township, Hillsdale Township, Homer Township, Lewiston, Minnesota City, Mount Vernon Township, New Hartford Township, Norton Township, Pleasant Hill Township, Richmond Township, Rollingstone, Rollingstone Township, Saratoga Township, St Charles, St. Charles Township, Stockton, Utica, Utica Township, Warren Township, Whitewater Township, Wilson Township, Winona, Wiscoy Township
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