Meyer, Betcher Re-elected to Lead GRRC
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Great River Rail Commission
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Great River Rail Commission
Kevin Roggenbuck, Senior Transportation Planner,
Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 5, 2026
Meyer, Betcher Re-elected to Lead GRRC
February 5, 2026 (Red Wing, Minn.) – Winona County Commissioner Chris Meyer was re-elected chair, and Goodhue County Commissioner Susan Betcher was re-elected vice chair of the Great River Rail Commission (GRRC) at its last regular meeting. Meyer has served as chair since March 2025 and as vice chair since 2023. Betcher has served as the Goodhue County representative to the GRRC since 2023.
"I'm honored to continue serving as chair of the Great River Rail Commission," said Meyer. "Over the past year, we've seen tremendous growth in ridership and community support for the Borealis service. I look forward to building on this momentum as we work to expand passenger rail options throughout the region."
Meyer has lived in Winona County since 1997, and has served as Winona County Commissioner since 2018.
Susan Betcher grew up in Red Wing, in Goodhue County. She was appointed to the Goodhue County Board in 2022 and won a special election in 2023. She was reelected in 2024.
"The success of the Borealis service over its first years of operation has exceeded our expectations," Betcher said. "Red Wing residents and visitors alike have embraced this convenient transportation option. I'm excited to continue working with my fellow commissioners to ensure passenger rail remains a vital part of our region's future."
About the Commission
The Great River Rail Commission is one of the leading voices on passenger rail in Minnesota. The Commission's long-range vision is that Borealis trains demonstrate additional demand that leads to further investment in faster, more frequent passenger train service. More information is available at greatriverrail.org.
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