
Mission Statement
Reduce injuries and fatalities associated with traffic crashes in Wright County, Minnesota through safety education and prevention.
Method
The Safe Communities model addresses traffic safety issues through a multifaceted approach known as the 4 Es – Education, Enforcement, Engineering, and Emergency Medical Services. SCWC collaborates with a broad base of local leadership to address these areas and make Wright County roads safer for everyone.
History
In 1997, a group of concerned citizens noted the high number of crashes and fatalities occurring in Wright County and came together to address the issue.
Today, Safe Communities of Wright County has formalized to become a 501c3 nonprofit organization that is on the leading edge of traffic safety in our state and across the country.
Today, Safe Communities of Wright County has formalized to become a 501c3 nonprofit organization that is on the leading edge of traffic safety in our state and across the country.
Partners
- Buffalo Hospital
- Allina Health EMS
- Annandale Police Department
- Buffalo Police Department
- CentraCare Health - Monticello
- Howard Lake Police Department
- Wright County Sheriff’s Office
- Wright County Highway Department
- Wright County Public Health
- Wright County Attorney's Office
- Wright County Board of Commissioners
- Wright County Court Services
- Wright County School Districts: Annandale, Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose, Dassel-Cokato, Delano, Howard Lake, Maple Lake, Monticello, Rockford, and St. Michael-Albertville
- MN Department of Public Safety – Office of Traffic Safety
- MN Department of Transportation
- MN State Patrol
Board of Directors
Safe Communities of Wright County 2020-21 Board Members
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BOARD MEMBER | BOARD SEAT |
Trooper Kevin Brisk | MN State Patrol |
Chief Pat Budke | Buffalo Police Department |
Sheriff Sean Deringer | Wright County Sheriff Office |
Virgil Hawkins | Wright County Highway Engineer |
Emily Splittstozer | Buffalo Hospital |
Chief Pete Standafer | Annandale Police Department |
Christine Husom (*Board Chair) | Wright County Board of Commissioners |
Tom Kelly | Wright County Attorney |
Tom Feddema | Wright County Court Services |
Brian Nord | Allina Health EMS |
Laurie Raymond | Buffalo School Board |
Sarah Grosshuesch | Wright County Public Health |
Mark Mischke | Buffalo Hanover Montrose Schools |
Chief Dave Thompson (*Vice Chair) | Howard Lake Police Department |
Jon Young - CPS Trainer | Wright County Public Health |
Dan Zachman (*Treasurer/Secretary) | Business Seat – Zachman Insurance |
Fatal Review Committee
Fatal Review Committee 2020-21
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MEMBER | AGENCY |
Captain Dan Anselment | Wright County Sheriff's Office |
Virgil Hawkins | Wright County Highway Department |
Susan Robinson | Safe Communities of Wright County |
Sheriff Sean Deringer | Wright County Sheriff's Office |
Brian Nord | Allina Health EMS |
Trooper Kevin Brisk | Minnesota State Patrol |
Joel Torkelson | Wright County Public Health |
Jill Hylla | WC Public Health - Alcohol Programs |
Executive Director
Sharon Mentzer

WEAR A SEAT BELT :
Seat belts save lives. Every person should buckle up in every seat every time.
DRIVE THE SPEED LIMIT :
Drive safe, drive smart, and drive the speed limit.
CONCENTRATE ON DRIVING :
Crashes aren't accidents. Pay attention always!
DRIVE SOBER :
Buzzed driving is drunk driving. Impairment begins with the first drink. Never drive drunk or get into a vehicle with a drunk driver!
Become a partner with SCWC and help reduce crashes in your community.
You can help make Wright County a safer place to travel. There are a variety of ways that you can become involved to promote traffic safety among your neighbors, family, friends, employees and customers.