10/16/2026
ASHLAND - The Ashland County Sheriff’s Office has submitted $234,726 in law enforcement bills related to Enbridge’s Line 5 pipeline reroute and has received $168,418 in reimbursements so far. The Daily Press reports the city of Ashland has requested $96,344 for police-related expenses and received $40,430. The funds come from an Enbridge-funded public safety account administered by the Wisconsin Counties Association. The sheriff’s office reported 72 Line 5-related incidents from July through September, including protests, trespassing, and vandalism. Two protest-related arrests resulted in potential charges referred to the district attorney.


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