Anoka County, MN

Transportation Committee

Joint Law Enforcement Council

The Anoka County Joint Law Enforcement Council's Emergency Communications Committee is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes approving the May 7, 2026 meeting minutes, receiving updates on the Management Control Agreement (personnel and department updates), and partner round-table updates. No new business items are listed.

• Approve May 7, 2026 meeting minutes
• Management Control Agreement personnel update
• Management Control Agreement department updates
• Partner round-table updates
• Next meeting: November 19, 2026 at 911 Building

Management Committee

The Anoka County Management Committee will review the 2027 proposed budgets for Communications, County Administration, Court Appointed Attorneys, Commissioners, and Human Resources. The committee will also consider an employment agreement appointing Rebecca Asch-Kendrick as Assistant Chief Medical Examiner, effective August 25, 2026. Both items are for informational purposes only, with no final action taken at this meeting.

• Employment agreement for Rebecca Asch-Kendrick as Assistant Chief Medical Examiner, effective August 25, 2026
• 2027 proposed budget presentations for Communications, County Administration, Court Appointed Attorneys, Commissioners, and Human Resources
• Public comment period limited to 2 minutes per speaker

Anoka County Regional Railroad Authority

The Anoka County Regional Railroad Authority board will consider Resolution 2026-4, which proposes a $278,795 budget for program year 2027 funded entirely from reserves, with a $0 property tax levy. The board will also approve minutes from the March 10, 2026 meeting and hear chair's remarks.

• Resolution 2026-4: Proposed 2027 budget of $278,795, funded by reserve use
• Proposed $0 tax levy for taxes payable in 2027
• Approval of minutes from March 10, 2026 ACRRA meeting
• 2026 final budget was $1,815,680, also with $0 levy

Anoka County Board of Commissioners

The Anoka County Board will consider approving several contracts, including a $2,037,440 courtroom remodel, two library construction projects, and food service agreements for the Juvenile Center and Workhouse. They will also accept claims, appoint a new Assistant Chief Medical Examiner, and adopt resolutions for library donations and a PACE special assessment.

• Contract SCON26-00001234 with Construction Results for C201/C202 courtroom remodel, $2,037,440 plus $200,000 contingency
• Contract SCON26-00001235 with CJC Construction for Mississippi Library project, $387,000 plus $38,000 contingency
• Contract SCON26-00001237 with KNB Contracting for Crooked Lake Library project, $360,000 plus $36,000 contingency
• Food service contracts with Aramark for Juvenile Center and Workhouse, per-meal pricing $3.199 and $3.252
• Resolution 2026-GO5 adopting PACE special assessment for Landco Investments, $3,140,000

Anoka County Board of Commissioners

The Anoka County Board is holding a work session to review proposed 2027 budgets for seven departments: MN Extension, Emergency Management, Facilities Management & Construction, Property Records & Taxation, County Attorney, and Sheriff's Office. The session will conclude with a wrap-up and administration updates. No final decisions are being made at this meeting; it is a discussion and review session.

• 2027 budget presentations for MN Extension, Emergency Management, Facilities Management & Construction, Property Records & Taxation, County Attorney, and Sheriff's Office
• Wrap-up of budget presentations
• Administration updates

Anoka County Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Anoka County Housing and Redevelopment Authority board will consider approving a contract with the City of Hilltop for Anoka County to conduct environmental review services for two HUD Community Project Funding grants. The board will also review a 2027 legislative proposal on affordable housing aid programs and approve minutes from the July meeting.

• Contract with City of Hilltop for environmental review services related to HUD CPF grants
• Review of 2027 legislative proposal on Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) and Statewide Affordable Housing Aid (SAHA)
• Approval of minutes from July 28, 2026 meeting

Library Board

Community Corrections Advisory Board

The Anoka County Community Corrections Advisory Board will approve minutes from its May 21, 2026 meeting and continue unfinished business, specifically the presentation of the Community Corrections 2025 Annual Report, which was postponed from the May meeting due to time constraints. The report covers department operations, staffing, expenditures, crime trends, and program outcomes.

• Approval of May 21, 2026 meeting minutes
• Unfinished Business: Community Corrections 2025 Annual Report (continued from May meeting)
• Report highlights include 255 staff, 240-bed Workhouse, and 1,887 pretrial assessments in 2025
• Fentanyl UA tests: 10% positive out of 7,312 tests; methamphetamine most common drug
• Alternatives to Incarceration program: 31 participants, 94% success rate

Human Services Committee

The Anoka County Human Services Committee will review 2027 budget presentations for several departments, consider reappointing two members to the Community Health Advisory Committee, and recommend approval of two food service contracts with Aramark for the Juvenile Center and Workhouse. The committee will also receive routine informational updates on three contract amendments/renewals. The meeting includes public comment and is primarily focused on budget and contract approvals.

Transportation Committee

The Anoka County Transportation Committee will consider approving the purchase of property at 1206 Bunker Lake Boulevard NE in Ham Lake for $384,900 using Transportation funds, and will review a contract amendment with the City of Blaine for intersection improvements tied to the TH 65 project. The committee will also discuss authorizing a roundabout project in Lino Lakes and receive informational presentations on the 2027 proposed budgets for several county departments.

• Resolution 2026-TR15: Approve purchase of property at 1206 Bunker Lake Blvd NE, Ham Lake for $384,900
• Contract CCON26-000486-VI, Amendment 1: Approve amendment to Joint Powers Agreement with City of Blaine for intersection work at 109th Ave and Radisson Rd, including Scheels access improvements
• Contract GR_00950: Authorize County Engineer to negotiate a Joint Powers Agreement with City of Lino Lakes for a roundabout at 20th Ave N (CSAH 54) and Watermark Way
• Informational: 2027 Proposed Budget presentations for Anoka County Conservation District, Emergency Communications, Parks, Golf, Bunker Beach, and Transportation Division

Anoka County Board of Commissioners

The Anoka County Board will consider several action items, including a $225,000 contract with Deloitte for a data assessment, a public hearing on restricting rifles in two conservation areas, and approval of a resolution related to the Alatus TIF District in Columbia Heights. They will also review routine claims, minutes, and committee recommendations.

• Contract SCON26-00001182 with Deloitte Consulting LLC for enterprise-wide data assessment, not to exceed $225,000
• Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance 2026-2 to restrict rifles in Cedar Creek and Columbus Lake Conservation Areas
• Resolution 2026-55 approving extension of Alatus TIF District in Columbia Heights
• Contract SCON26-00001218 with Park Construction Company for Hodgson Road pavement rehabilitation, $448,581.61
• License agreement with City of Lino Lakes for Main Street median landscaping

Government Operations Committee

The Anoka County Government Operations Committee will consider recommending approval of three construction contracts, including a $2,037,440 courtroom remodel, and two library grant projects. It will also review a MICA legislative briefing, tax-forfeit land sale statistics, an election update, and 2027 budget presentations from several county departments.

• Contract SCON26-00001235 with CJC Construction LLC for Mississippi Library Grant Project, not to exceed $387,000 plus $38,000 contingency
• Contract SCON26-00001237 with KNB Contracting LLC for Crooked Lake Library Grant Project, not to exceed $360,000 plus $36,000 contingency
• Contract SCON26-00001234 with Construction Results for C202 High Profile Courtroom remodel, not to exceed $2,037,440 plus $200,000 contingency
• Resolution 2026-GO4 accepting library donations
• Resolution 2026-GO5 adopting a special assessment under the PACE program

Anoka County Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Anoka County Housing and Redevelopment Authority Management Committee will consider recommending approval of a contract with the City of Hilltop for Anoka County to conduct environmental review services for two Community Project Funding grants from HUD. The grants fund construction of an emergency tornado shelter in Hilltop. The committee will also discuss a 2027 legislative proposal related to Local and Statewide Affordable Housing Aid programs.

• Contract with City of Hilltop for environmental review services related to two HUD Community Project Funding grants
• Hilltop to reimburse Anoka County for staff time, benefits, publications, and related costs
• Discussion of 2027 legislative proposal on Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) and Statewide Affordable Housing Aid (SAHA)

Public Safety Committee

The Anoka County Public Safety Committee will consider recommending approval of three contracts: a school resource officer agreement with Legacy Christian Academy, a 2027 law enforcement contract with the City of Nowthen, and a federal urban security grant. The committee will also receive updates on the JLEC and department activities. Public comments are welcome at the start of the meeting.

• Contract CCON26-000563: School resource services for Legacy Christian Academy, $158,439, Aug 1 2026–May 31 2027
• Contract CCON26-000559: 2027 law enforcement services for City of Nowthen, $569,879, Jan 1–Dec 31 2027
• Contract GR_00840: 2025 UASI grant from MN Dept of Public Safety, $333,417.60, Jan 1 2026–Dec 31 2027
• JLEC update and department updates

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee is reviewing a contract for road rehabilitation in Lino Lakes and a landscaping license agreement. The Parks Department is providing updates on the Historic Banfill Locke House and regional park funding.

• Proposed $448,581.61 contract to Park Construction Company for pavement rehabilitation of Hodgson Road in Lino Lakes
• Proposed License Agreement with City of Lino Lakes for streetscape plantings along Main Street
• Informational update on an $80,625 change order for the Historic Banfill Locke House rehabilitation
• Report of $1.5 million in appropriation for Bunker Beach Water Park improvements
• Report of $2.414 million for Metropolitan Regional Parks System Land Acquisition – Phase 9

Management Committee

The Management Committee is reviewing a proposed five-year service agreement for labor relations counsel. The body is also receiving information regarding a new director for Facilities Management & Construction and a quarterly human resources review.

• Proposed Contract SCON26-00001215 with Wiley Reber Law for labor relations counsel (Sept 1, 2026 – Sept 1, 2031)
• Employment Agreement for Gerald Covel as Director, Facilities Management & Construction
• Presentation of the Q2 2026 Human Resources Review

Anoka County Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding proposed updates to the Anoka County Solid Waste Ordinance. The meeting also includes votes on several facility maintenance contracts and the appointment of a new Director of Facilities Management & Construction.

• Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance 2026-1 (Solid Waste Ordinance)
• Contract SCON26-00001188 for Mississippi Library Rooftop Unit Replacement: $492,888
• Contract SCON26-00001182 with Deloitte Consulting LLC for data assessment: not to exceed $225,000
• Employment agreement for Gerald Covel as Director, Facilities Management & Construction
• Master contracts for window cleaning and hazardous materials professional services/abatement

The Anoka County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted Ordinance 2026-1, the updated Anoka County Solid Waste Ordinance, after a public hearing with no comments. The board also approved multiple contracts, including a $492,888 library rooftop unit replacement, a medical examiner transport renewal, and a $8,028,465 state subsidy for community supervision. A contract for an enterprise-wide data assessment by Deloitte was tabled to the August 11, 2026 meeting.

• Adopted Ordinance 2026-1, Anoka County Solid Waste Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved $492,888 contract for Mississippi Library Rooftop Unit Replacement (unanimous)
• Approved renewal with Lake Superior Transport Services for medical examiner transport (unanimous)
• Tabled Deloitte data assessment contract to August 11, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved $8,028,465 FY27 Community Supervision Funding Formula Subsidy (unanimous)
• Approved $3,150,683 Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program grant (unanimous)
• Accepted $20,000 donation for Sheriff's Office K9 Program (unanimous)
• Appointed Gerald Covel as Director, Facilities Management & Construction (unanimous)

Anoka County Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Anoka County Housing & Redevelopment Authority is reviewing 2027 operating and capital improvement budgets for four senior apartment buildings. The board will consider proposed rent increases ranging from 1.5% to 4.5% to balance affordability with financial self-sufficiency.

• Proposed 1.5% rent increase at The Willows of Ham Lake
• Proposed 4.5% rent increase at Chauncey Barett Gardens
• Proposed 3.0% rent increase at Savannah Oaks and The Oaks of Lake George
• Use of Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) and HRA levy funds for capital improvements
• Approval of 2027 budgets for four senior housing complexes

Human Services Committee

The Human Services Committee is reviewing several health and social service contracts, including funding for homeless prevention and mental health initiatives. The body is also discussing updates to the Solid Waste Ordinance to meet a 75% waste diversion goal by 2030.

• Proposed $250,000 contract with Luceo CMG for a naloxone awareness media campaign
• Proposed amendment to the Solid Waste Ordinance with a public hearing set for July 28, 2026
• Proposed Resolution 2026-HS-9 to accept MN Housing funding for the Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program
• Proposed contract #SCON-00001152 boarding agreement with Chisago County
• Proposed appointment of one new member to the Community Corrections Advisory Board

Joint Law Enforcement Council

The Anoka County Joint Law Enforcement Council will hold its regular meeting on July 22, 2026. Council members will approve the April meeting minutes, hear the Treasurer’s Report, and receive updates from several committees, including the Budget Committee. The agenda also includes discussions on contracts, emergency communications, and a jail update. The meeting will conclude with new business and member updates.

• Approve April meeting minutes
• Treasurer’s Report
• Budget Committee report
• Contracts discussion
• Jail update (old business)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will consider recommending a resolution to accept a $20,000 donation from the Anoka County Crime Prevention Coalition for the Sheriff's Office K9 Program. The committee will also receive updates on the JLEC and departmental matters.

• Resolution 2026-PS07 to accept $20,000 donation from Anoka County Crime Prevention Coalition for Sheriff's Office K9 Program training and equipment
• Public comment period at 8:15 a.m. in Conference Room 772, Government Center
• JLEC Update (information item)
• Department updates (information item)

Government Operations Committee

The Government Operations Committee is recommending approval of several contracts, including a $492,888 Mississippi Library rooftop unit replacement project with Construction Results, an enterprise-wide data assessment with Deloitte Consulting for $225,000, and master contracts for window cleaning and hazardous materials services. The committee will also consider renewing a medical examiner transport contract with Lake Superior Transport for St. Louis County. Informational items include a summary of property and auto insurance renewals and department updates.

• Master window cleaning contracts with Brightview Window Cleaning (Maple Grove), Clean and Clear Inc (Plymouth), and Starbrite Window Cleaning (Blaine)
• Hazardous materials professional services contracts with Bay West (St Paul), Braun Intertec (Bloomington), Pinnacle Engineering (Maple Grove); abatement/remediation contracts with Envirobate (Minneapolis), Mavo Systems (White Bear Lake), Sheltertech (North St Paul)
• Mississippi Library Rooftop Unit Replacement Project with Construction Results (Plymouth) for $492,888, plus 10% contingency
• Renewal of Contract SCON26-00000179 with Lake Superior Transport Services for medical examiner transport services for St. Louis County (rates unchanged: $950/single, $1,425/double for northern county; $600/single, $900/double for southern county)
• Enterprise-wide data assessment contract with Deloitte Consulting LLC for $225,000

Anoka County Board of Commissioners

The Anoka County Board of Commissioners will review contracts for traffic signal reconstruction and regional trail improvements. The board will also consider a temporary parking agreement for the 3M Open and acknowledge a proposed TIF district for the City of Ramsey.

• Contract SCON26-00001144: $817,161.81 to SEH for signal reconstruction at nine intersections in Anoka, Coon Rapids, and Fridley
• Contract SCON26-00001177: $511,700.00 to Bituminous Roadways, Inc. for Rice Creek West Regional Trail Improvements at Locke Park
• Contract CCON-000569: Temporary Use Agreement with Lynx FBO Anoka, LLC for 3M Open parking at no cost to the county
• Proposed City of Ramsey Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District No. 20 (Trident)
• Authorization for the County Engineer to order four tandem axle plow trucks and other heavy equipment for the 2027 budget

The Board of Commissioners approved two transportation contracts for intersection enhancements and trail work. They also authorized a no-cost temporary use agreement for airport parking during the 3M Open.

• Approved $817,161.81 contract with SEH for signal reconstruction at nine intersections (unanimous)
• Approved $511,700.00 contract with Bituminous Roadways, Inc. for Rice Creek West Regional Trail Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved no-cost Temporary Use Agreement with Metropolitan Airports Commission and Lynx FBO Anoka, LLC for 3M Open parking (unanimous)
• Acknowledged receipt of City of Ramsey's proposed TIF District for Development District No. 1 and TIF District No. 20 (unanimous)
• Approved regular and purchase-card claims over $500 for period ending June 27, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved June 23, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Anoka County Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Anoka County Housing and Redevelopment Authority will consider approving 2027 operating budgets for four senior apartment complexes. The proposals include rent increases ranging from 1.5% to 4.5% and rely on a mix of levy dollars and Local Affordable Housing Aid to cover capital improvements.

• Consider approval of 2027 budgets for The Willows of Ham Lake, Savannah Oaks, Chauncey Barett Gardens, and The Oaks of Lake George
• Proposed rent increases: 1.5% at The Willows, 4.5% at Chauncey Barett Gardens, and 3.0% at Savannah Oaks and The Oaks of Lake George
• Use of Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) for capital improvements at three properties
• Chauncey Barett Gardens projected to have the weakest financial position among the four projects
• Meeting held at Anoka County Government Center, Conference Room #772

Joint Law Enforcement Council

The Anoka County Joint Law Enforcement Council Governance Committee will meet to receive subcommittee reports on budget, data standards, and critical infrastructure. Members will also discuss the capital improvement plan, contracts and change orders, a PSDS update including the Tyler Implementation Project, and the Emergency Communications Center. A status update on ARMER 800 MHz radios is scheduled under new business.

• Capital Improvement Plan discussion
• Contracts, Services, and Change Orders review
• PSDS Update / Tyler Implementation Project (George Jensen)
• Emergency Communications Center update (Kari Morrissey)
• Status update on ARMER 800 MHz radios

Transportation Committee

The Anoka County Transportation Committee will review several contracts and equipment requests, including a $511,700 award for Rice Creek West Regional Trail improvements at Locke Park. It will also discuss a $817,161.81 professional services contract for signal reconstruction on 5th Avenue and East River Road, and consider bids for a pedestrian crossing on Centerville Road. Additional items are informational updates on parks, firewood sales, and a grant application for a low‑salt GIS model.

• Contract SCON26-00001177 – $511,700 to Bituminous Roadways, Inc. for Rice Creek West Regional Trail Improvements at Locke Park, Fridley
• Contract SCON26-00001144 – $817,161.81 with SEH for design, permitting and final design of signal reconstruction at nine intersections on 5th Avenue and East River Road
• Authorization to order four tandem‑axle plow trucks, one Freightliner Patch Truck, one Cat 938M Loader, one Cat 317 Excavator with Grapple, one Larue Snowblower, one DM 360 Mower, and one John Deere 6130M in the draft 2027 Transportation budget
• Consider advertising bids for Project CP 26-14-21 – pedestrian crossing improvements on Centerville Road (CSAH 21) between Hunters Trail and Dupre Road
• Discussion of firewood sales to the public at $110 per fireplace cord to manage park firewood inventories

Anoka County Board of Commissioners

The Anoka County Board of Appeal and Equalization is reconvening to approve minutes from the previous meeting and review items for the 2026 session before adjourning.

• Approval of minutes from June 22, 2026 meeting
• Review of items for the 2026 session
• Adjournment of the 2026 County Board of Appeal and Equalization

Anoka County Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Anoka County Housing and Redevelopment Authority board will vote on two consent items: a lease amendment with Achieve Services for additional space at the Blaine Human Services Center to serve the disability population, and an amendment to the property management contract for four senior housing buildings that modifies fees and extends the term to June 30, 2028. The board will also approve minutes from the May 26 meeting.

• Lease Amendment 1 (CCON26-000259) with Achieve Services for 1,532 additional sq ft at Blaine Human Services Center, with estimated annual CAM charge of $272,284.43 starting July 1, 2026
• Third Amendment to property management contract (SCON26-00000186) with Great Lakes Management Company for four senior housing buildings, modifying fee structure, adding asset preservation fee, extending term to June 30, 2028
• Approval of minutes from the May 26, 2026 ACHRA board meeting
• Management Committee of the Whole report from June 9, 2026

Anoka County Board of Commissioners

The Anoka County Committee of the Whole is considering a tentative two-year labor agreement with Teamsters Local 320. The contract covers library bargaining unit employees for the period of January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2027.

• Resolution 2026-M1: Tentative agreement with Teamsters Local 320 for library staff
• 3% merit wage adjustments for 2026 and 2027
• Establishment of a quarterly committee meeting pilot program from July 1, 2026, to December 31, 2027
• Six-month probationary period for new or rehired employees

Anoka County Board of Commissioners

The Anoka County Board will vote on a resolution to adopt a voluntary Performance Measurement Program, setting metrics for public safety, corrections, public works, health, and other departments. The board also will consider several contracts, including a $510,160 fraud prevention investigation agreement with the Sheriff's Office and a $126,000 rooftop replacement at the Blaine Human Services Center. Other action items include a resolution supporting Opportunity Zone recommendations, creation of a $1,000 library imprest fund, and committee appointments.

• Resolution 2026-GO3 adopting Performance Measurement Program with metrics for deputy response time, felony conviction rates, snow plow hours, and more
• Contract SCON26-00001120 with Anoka County Sheriff’s Office for fraud prevention investigation services, $510,160 from July 2026 to June 2027
• Contract SCON26-00001132 with Kraft Mechanical for Blaine Human Services Rooftop Unit 1 Replacement, not to exceed $126,000
• Resolution 2026-46 supporting submission of Opportunity Zone recommendations
• Creation of $1,000 imprest fund for Anoka County Library stored value cards

The Anoka County Board approved a series of contracts and resolutions, including a $34 million state grant for intersection improvements along TH 65 in Blaine, and authorized right-of-way acquisition for a roundabout project in Andover and Oak Grove. The board also approved a tentative labor agreement with Teamsters Local 320 for library employees and submitted five census tracts for Opportunity Zone designation.

• Approved claims paid over $500 for the period ending June 13, 2026.
• Approved minutes from the June 9, 2026, board meeting.
• Approved contracts including forensic neuropathology services, Blaine Human Services rooftop unit replacement, and creation of library imprest funds.
• Adopted Resolution 2026-46 to participate in the state Performance Measurement Program.
• Approved multiple human services contracts, including fraud prevention, food services, psychological evaluations, shelter funding, and detox services.
• Approved boat and water safety grants totaling $43,572.
• Adopted resolutions authorizing right-of-way acquisition for a roundabout at CSAH 9 and CSAH 58, and a $34 million grant agreement for TH 65 improvements.
• Approved a tentative labor agreement with Teamsters Local 320 for library employees and submitted Opportunity Zone recommendations.