IRON MOUNTAIN — Dickinson County plans to improve the reliability of electrical service at Lake Antoine Park before the next camping season, authorizing G. Brooks Electric of Iron Mountain to start a project that could carry a cost approaching $100,000.

Controller Brian Bousley reported on the development at Monday’s county board meeting. The action was taken at a parks committee meeting Friday.

While the county is committed to a cost not to exceed $105,000, Bousley said there should be substantial savings through work done by county staff.

This is the first phase of a multiphase project to upgrade electrical service at the park, and will be aimed at preventing intermittent outages. The committee authorized purchasing supplies.

The board also approved an initial operating agreement with True North Outpost of Norway for kayak, paddleboard and bicycle rentals at Lake Antoine Park. Financial details have yet to be determined. Rentals may be provided under the business name Blue-Mystique.

In other news, the county board:

— Has authorized placing a Gold Star families monument on the courthouse grounds. Ray Hamm and Denise Formolo are two of the volunteers directing the project, which will include a donation of stone from Denny Olson of Quinnesec.

— On Wednesday morning, reappointed Rob Barkle, John Gunville and Dean Larson to three-year terms on the Dickinson County Fair Board. Brian Swanson, a newcomer, also was named to a three-year term. Michael Brzoznowski did not seek reappointment. Other applicants were Ashley Berger, who received a vote of support from Commissioner Barbara Kramer; Tricia Suheski, who received a vote from Commissioner Joe Stevens; Rebecca Padgett and Raymond Samborski.

— Approved the appointment of David Stohl to fill a vacancy on the Dickinson County Planning Commission.

— Has approved the selection of Prein & Newhof of Grand Rapids as consultant for upcoming projects at Ford Airport.

— Will pay $200 in annual dues to the Northwoods Rail Transit Commission, a panel that works to sustain and enhance rail service in northern Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula. Chairman Henry Wender voted no.